How Much it Cost to Travel the World Full Time | One Year Full Breakdown

[@BrianandCarrie]

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[@mybrandnewfunk]

Amazing breakdown. Appreciate your trip and route details. Looks like such a great way to enjoy retirement. You've changed my mind on an RV retirement plan. This is a fantastic option for traveling the world at 1/3 of the cost of an RV!!! Thanks for sharing Brian and Carrie. Cheers!

[@debbiewade77]

Please re-share the link. It winter go through for us

[@BrianandCarrie]

We fixed the problem, Debbie! Try it again and it should work. Thank you!!

[@benhackley5069]

You should do a comparison of your cost abroad for a year vs. what you would have spent staying in the US for a year.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's a great idea, Ben!! We may have to brainstorm that one!! Thank you!!! Cheers!!🍻

[@NicoleT-d7k]

This would be a great comparison.

[@travelbungalow6267]

That’s an amazing idea!

[@VanGoghGlobetrotter]

I love this idea!!

[@jfk5402]

I'd dare to guesstimate that Seattle area perhaps bare minimum $60-80K per year. $80K would mean $110 per person per day. Travel is definitely cheaper, not to mention the fun, the experience, and the beers, too

[@slowmads]

We’re now in our 4th year of full-time travel. And are also slow travelers. We no longer own any real estate but our “home”, e.g. our storage shed and doctors are in Gig Harbor, WA. We find we need at least 6 weeks there annually to deal with medical issues, new glasses, etc. And we cruise rather than fly whenever possible. I enjoy your videos and comparing/contrasting with our experiences. We spend a fair amount more than you do (around $100K a year) but we also are likely to have fewer years on the planet than you two. Live Your Life. Live Your Life!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Gig Harbor is a nice place to call home, especially in the summertime. Thank you for watching and commenting! Safe travels!! ❤

[@chandrakasakevich4657]

Can I ask where you additional expenses are? Dining out? Flying business class?

[@slowmads]

@@chandrakasakevich4657 We DO like to eat at fancy restaurants! We never fly business class. We also splurge on experiences (tours, concerts, etc). And the 100K includes $8-$10K a year in charitable giving.

[@susanwhite7474]

You might want to consider getting glasses made and dental care in a cheaper location. Just a thought...

[@AntonioStocks]

Very curious to know. What do you do for a living that allows you to travel comfortably? Thanks in advance.

[@tinalaureano7884]

I love this video! I retired early last year (age 53) and people don’t believe me when I tell them it’s cheaper for me to travel the world than staying at home. I solo travel since my husband is still working. However, I was able to keep a year’s worth of travel to less than $20k a year.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's so awesome, great job!

[@olddouchebag]

You travel and leave your husband at home. lol

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

have you made any vlogs about it? This would be more valuable than a couple spending over 30k. I would like to do solo travel and definitely could not do it on their budget.

[@alexandraalbertz1442]

@@olddouchebag i also travel more then my husband as our schedules are different. Each marriage set up their own rules.

[@pentrubarbati]

And people wonder why i am not married ....

[@bobgardner5851]

Your costs are spot on with mine. I'm a 63 year old solo traveler, who's travels have been close to identical with yours. In the last two years, I have spent 8 months in Medellin, Colombia, 8 months in Mexico, 5 months in Europe, starting in Amsterdam and ending in Istanbul, a month in Morocco, a month in Thailand, and I have now settled in Da Nang for six months. My favorite cities in that time are Istanbul, Prague, Chiang Mai, Mexico City, and Medellin. And I couldn't agree more about Penang. I was there in the coolest part of the year, and I though I would melt into the pavement. I've been traveling for eight years now. What a wonderful life! Thanks for the reaffirmation, and safe travels!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Da Nang is a great spot to stop for six months!! We have not been to Medellin or Mexico City although Mexico City may be in our near future. Life is good! Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers!🍻

[@Genx1967er]

How are you liking Da Nang? I would love travel to Dalat. Have you been?

[@bobgardner5851]

@@Genx1967er I love Da Nẵng, but I’m also here during the best weather. I was in Dalat for a week before I arrived in Da Nẵng and I loved it there as well. What a beautiful place! Weather is always a consideration for me, so I tend to move around accordingly. I’m going to Hanoi for a few weeks in April, which is one of the best weather months there.

[@PM-rl7xl]

​@Genx1967er I went for a few days it's a bit remote and more a vegetable growing area. Lovely people though.

[@alankelly349]

Hi Bob, what is your budget figure each year?

[@RaulGiorgiSr]

Wow! Serious work behind the scenes and many hours accounting to compile these 35’ of video. While most of us loyal subscribers may not express it frequently enough please know that your valuable content is much appreciated. I envy how your meticulous research allows you both to travel to so many great destinations at just a fraction of what most of us experience. That takes a lot of discipline, so kudos to you and we look forward to your 2024 adventures. Cheers, Brian & Carrie! 🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Raul. This video did take a few hours (days 😃) to put together! We appreciate that you noticed. We also thank you for watching, commenting, and supporting the channel. We couldn't do this without you!! Cheers!! 🍻

[@glauciod2444]

Second that! We truly appreciate the content you bring to us and enjoy how you present it. Cheers!

[@jfk5402]

Absolutely enjoyed the video and lots of appreciations. Brian and Carrie are the best !

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you!!

[@benmccarty4598]

Great video, super informative and valuable content! I watch several travel you tubers and this video is one of the best in regard to actual helpful/real world travel budgeting and provides real motivation to get out and explore the world like you guys! Thank you so much!!!

[@lordperilous]

I just stumbled on your channel, and I am so glad I did! I am an avid traveler (only 25 countries), and will be retiring in the next few years and plan on spending about half the year traveling solo until I can't any longer. I love the breakdown of costs, along with the context and your commentaries. Most of your locations I've either been to or on my list, so it's great watching your adventures! Regarding the luggage issue- it happens. You have to roll with it, and accept it as part of the "adventure". My best stories are not when everything went perfect, and in the end it is the experiences good and bad that you can look back and smile about. Keep up the good work!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are glad that you found our channel as well! And you are right, the best stories we have are the ones when things didn't go so well. Thank you for watching and commenting!! We appreciate the support! Safe travels. Cheers! 🍻

[@PaulStrizhevsky]

We have watched EVERY SINGLE ONE of your videos. By now, it feels like you have been part of our family for the last 2+ years, as my wife and I are sure to watch you every Saturday morning. We just want you to know how much we appreciate the hard work and dedication you have put into your channel to roll out a video for us every weekend. A separate thank you for your transparency with all the costs! We are looking forward to starting our own slow travel journey in a few years when our son is done with school, so your experience is an amazing source of inspiration for us. Hope to meet you at one of our destinations in the near future.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much, Paul for being a part of the channel, we very much appreciate the two of you for watching!! Comments like yours inspire us so thank you. ❤ Cheers!!🍻

[@valorieb5229]

Such an inspiration for me. My full time travel solo starts in Nov and this information really does help with planning. Can you consider doing a video of all of the accommodations for the year, how you booked it and cost. It’s hard to know what to avoid and look for when booking places. You’re really great at it.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Valorie. We did an Airbnb video not too long ago that may help you. We do not get any sponsorship or commissions from Airbnb we just like the platform. Just FYI. Thank you for watching!! ❤

[@esbiermann62]

Yes I would like to know more on how you even find great flights and calculate that together with where to go and keep going. Or is is one step at a time cost/destination calculation?

[@curtisgregory517]

@@BrianandCarrie you are so great at doing this, thanks for all your hard work. I just sold my hotel, owner for 38 years. it kept me busy, 24/7/365 , I went for months without without a single day off, years without a vacation, I was heavly leveraged. It was very difficult to make ends meet, unfortanlly, I was always well qualifed for bankrupcy but too stubborn to quit or give up, like a hoteler we all know named donald trump that went bankrupt many times and defaulted on paying many debts,, a man without integurity. For 38 years I enjoyed the guests from all over the world that paid to come and visit me, lol. I did not feel the need for travel since I had traveled extensivally as an aviator for 13 years before buying the hotel. So, I was lucky to be paid well and the airlines paid for most of the travel expenses. And on the wild side I was invlolved in most of the US conflicts and wars for 13 years. My travel mileage was equal to about 200 times around the world, more than most astronauts. Now I am 85 years old and findally retired. Now, I am bored and want to travel again,,, but realize that I will hafto pay, todays prices, wow! sticker shock.

[@patz6689]

So delighted to revisit your journey this way and to hear your expenses laid out like this. We’ve seen other videos that make it seem we couldn’t travel for less than $60,000 annually on a strict budget (we’ve planned on $48,000 per year, but were hoping to spend less than that if possible). You’ve given us hope again-thank you so much!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Spending a few months in SE Asia is a really good way to keep costs down. You can definitely do it for less than $48,000. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@stevemueller7358]

I enjoyed watching your videos. Thank you. When I retired ten years ago at age 58, I thought about doing some monthly rentals at various places along the US Gulf Coast. But life happens. In 2017 our daughter and her family moved to central PA from CO. We would do month long trips twice a year to be with them, and we ended up buying a second house there a couple of years ago - and our son bought a house there, too. We will be selling our CO home this Spring and moving to PA full time. We enjoy traveling the world on cruise ships - generally Princess, but as I’m knocking on 70 years old, full time international travel has passed us by. We’ve visited many of the places you traveled to in 2023 during the past several years - but I can honestly say I always enjoy getting back to our ship’s cabin, having a white tablecloth dinner, and seeing a fantastic show. It does come with a higher cost - but how else can you see the world if the wife is scared to fly?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, cruising is a great way for many to see the world. It's cost effective and great for those with a fear of flying. Thanks so much for watching 😊. Cheers!!

[@kamirose7816]

Hi fellow Washingtonians, we started watching you in Thailand just after we got back from Thailand. We did Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. Loved it! We're going back next week and going to spend more time in Bangkok and to Koh Samui. Love your content and are looking to do some long term traveling as well. Thanks for taking us with you on your travels!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and commenting!! We appreciate the support. Safe travels, Kami! Cheers!!🍻

[@reawakenedcuriosities4386]

I'm so impressed with both of you, thats a fantastic budgeting. we spent more than double that for 2023 due to fast travel and going to expensive destinations, one of which is Antarctica, Easter Island, Patagonia, Jordan and Ushuaia. We are hoping to emulate your budgeting this year. You both are inspirational.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks! Yes, sounds like you had some expensive itinerary locations on your list. Those are hard to stay to budgeted on.. But they are all on our list. Cheers!!

[@jamesleonard4713]

28 days in Florence for $2835, is only 101.25/day. From everything I've looked at, you guys did really good.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are very budgeted and needed to be spending 2 months in Italy. 😀 Thank you for watching, James!

[@parttimelarry]

Great breakdown. We are probably gonna copy your whole Thailand / Vietnam itinerary :).

[@BrianandCarrie]

It was a great itinerary, we loved all the places in Thailand and Vietnam we visited. Cheers!!

[@KikiAndJeffreyPearl]

Wow!!!! I can’t believe these numbers! Great job guys

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Kiki and Jeffrey!!! 😀

[@garykembel8144]

Just a note to say how much we enjoy your channel, and in particular, this well presented and detailed video.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Gary!! Cheers!!🍻

[@cookmaster3626]

Great Summary and Congratulations on accomplishing a ton of fun for a year for $34K. That's an astonishing travel entertainment for the amount spent. Besides you guys enjoying the time, you brought free enjoyment to our living room. Sincere Thanks to you both, and looking forward to the 2024 series. Cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for watching and following along - we appreciate your continued support! We feel we did so much in 2023, but look so forward to what is to come in 2024 as well. Cheers!!

[@anuradhabiswas8519]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I was looking forward to seeing the final tally for the year 🙂You came in lower than what I was expecting...which is so great to see.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤ Cheers!🍻

[@SmallCatsBigWorld]

You two are doing a great job of convincing the humans of our crew be more adventurous in their choice of places! Looking forward to seeing your plans for 2024. If we’re ever in the same place, we’ll buy you a beer. 🍺

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's great to hear, so many exciting places out there to explore. Let us know if we cross paths - always love to meet up and share travel stories. Cheers!!

[@ilibertyiwoman]

Thank you for your reply Brian and you referred me to this video. Which I have already watched, I remember now. I actually enjoyed this video precisely because of the flight costs incurred included! Thank you. I am kindly suggesting that when flight costs breakdown being included in every video really makes the content truly helpful and complete. Does that make sense? So for every destination, it makes it more realistic and discernible what a particular dream destination in real dollars/money. This is an added value strength for the viewers, and I think worth considering to always add to every video. Many vloggers fail to do this. Make it an added strength to yours. More power to you guys. You are such an adorable couple. Thank you for sharing with us what you know.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We only fly a couple of times a year so including flight costs on every video wouldn't make sense. People are also flying from different areas around the world so our costs may differ from someone else's.

[@kenstephens2955]

Thanks heaps Brian and Carrie! We’re slow travellers too so we really appreciate your sharing of your experience and the costs of course. We’re heading for South America for a year or two and will probably do Europe/central Asia after that. Safe travels! With love, Ken

[@BrianandCarrie]

You're very welcome! We look forward to making it to South America - Safe travels! Cheers 🍻

[@philwebster3914]

Great video guys, thank you. My partner and I are going to travel full time throughout SEA only from August next year and our budget is $1K AUD per week or $34K USD for the year so we are confident we can do it, thanks again for all your great information, much appreciated, stay safe and happy travels 👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you! Yes, if staying in SE Asia, that budget should be completely comfortable. Thanks for watching - Cheers!

[@verndog2158]

I really enjoy your content and appreciate your style of slower travel. My wife and I did a wonderful ten month trip around the world in 2016-2017 and visited many of the places you mentioned. We were in Chang Mai for a month and found it much busier than we expected, but I agree with you that Da Nang/Hoi An, Krakow and Turkey are incredible places to stay longer-term. I also recommend Romania, Laos and Sri Lanka as amazing and inexpensive destinations. Thanks for your interesting videos and I look forward to your new adventures in 2024! As an aside, if you think air travel in the US is expensive, try Canada 🙄

[@BrianandCarrie]

We would agree with Romania. Love that country! Brosav is one place that we could stay long term for sure. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@TheCastillosTravel]

Another informative video. Great breakdown of costs. Also, Brian, killer pullover and the turtle logo is spot on! Keep living your best life.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you! The new gear on our website is just a fun little extra. 😃 Thanks for watching guys! Safe travels. Cheers!!🍻

[@KrazyKittyTailz]

Nice breakdown, these cost videos are among my favorites of your work, keep up the good work and happy travels!!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you 😊. Happy you find the info helpful. Cheers!!

[@jetjones5175]

Great video, My husband and I are living full-time in our RV and we do slow travel. Hopefully someday we can tour the world. Thanks for the great video.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and safe travels!!! 😊

[@cland4140]

How much does it cost you to slow travel by RV for a year?

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much for this! It is quite helpful. I'm just four and a half months into my travels, but you have inspired me to work even harder at keeping costs low. I am sticking within my budget, but I see through your experiences that I can do even better! Have fun out there!

[@BrianandCarrie]

You're very welcome! It takes a while to get your budget figured out where you want to spend more and where you're willing to cut. You're still quite new to it, so it will come with time. Cheers!!

[@anitamendez116]

Great Video! Excellent Content. I love how the two of you break everything down almost to the penny, show us where you went and give feed back on your experience. I am a Senior, Disabled, Solo Female Traveler whose income is only Social Security and the expenses you came up with for 1 person is doable for me. I would probably even spend less because there are many activities that I am not able to participate in, by myself, due to my spinal disability. So if I can do it, just about anyone can do it if they really want to.

[@BrianandCarrie]

If we can do it on this budget then anyone can!! Thank you for watching, Anita and we really appreciate the comments. ❤

[@anitamendez116]

@@BrianandCarrie Sure thing 👍🏽

[@jfk5402]

"You don't choose to have colonoscopy", hahaha, Brian is always hilarious!! Thanks so much for sharing. One of the best travel summaries I've seen. I was worried I might not have the patience to sit through 35-min video, but it was fantastic! So to just grossly summarize in the big picture, SEA is

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, choosing to, wasn't the best way to put it 😂. So happy you found this video helpful. Yes, SE Asia is the area to go to save some money for sure. Cheers!!

[@BensonRichardE]

Tremendous video guys. When you head back to Antalya, I'd recommend considering Alanya. Just out of town and much more budget friendly!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks for the tips! We will be check into that - Thanks for watching ☺

[@pattynelson5064]

Such great information! You two are living my dream. I'll be retiring in a few years, and have always thought about taking a year to travel the world to see where I may want to relocate. This definitely shows me that it's financially doable.

[@hogroamer260]

Interesting video, finance is my favorite hobby and I enjoyed that aspect. That said, I've done limited traveling abroad, never in Asia or Australia, but I find it exhausting! I'm "only" 63 and in great shape, but after 10 days, I'm ready to get home. I try to speak the native languages (French and Spanish only), but that feels like work after a while as well. Seems I'm alone in this perspective, but good for you for traveling so efficiently!

[@BrianandCarrie]

You are definitely not alone on this! It does become work and can be exhausting. We move one month at a time and fly as little as possible. We have also learned that speaking a new language, even a little bit, isn't necessary. Polite yes, but most of the world now knows English as a second language. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@molly99225]

We love your videos.They have become a big part of our Saturday mornings. We are about 5 years out but plan on slow traveling the world.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for watching our channel! Part of the fun is the planning. Five years will go by in no time!! Cheers!!🍻

[@TheRaindogger]

This is very helpful for us folks who are considering doing the same thing. What a life you two have made together! We look forward to following you around the world this year!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We feel very fortunate to be doing what we are doing and don't take one day for granted. Thanks so much for watching and following along 😊

[@haroldcoleman7497]

I think you did an AMAZING job, of course with the travel, but also the documentation and presentation. This sounds very real, and as you point out, you could have spent less by staying a year in southeast Asia. I'm in!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much ♥. Yes, SE Asia is a great place to keep the costs down. Cheers!!

[@gregattanasio3185]

Thank you both. My wife and I are on track to travel like this in about 6 years and have been planning around it for the past few years. We both appreciate your diligent $ breakdown and adventurous enthusiasm ✈️ 🌍

[@BrianandCarrie]

You're very welcome! We are so happy you are finding our content helpful as you are in your planning process. Cheers!!

[@azores-pv6ft]

Excellent and very informative video. Thanks for taking the time and sharing. I’m planning my annual 3 months overseas trip and you have given me a great road map. You guys are great. I recently joined your channel and it was a great decision. I now on my way to explore your other videos. Thanks again.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for joining the channel!! We are happy to have you aboard!! 😃

[@johngalt2024]

Congrats on a great year at a great price! There are always going to be unexpected costs, and things that come up, but I think you did a great job last year, and am looking forward to what you do this coming year. We are now under 6 months from starting our adventure, and we are continuing to enjoy seeing where you are going and deciding if/when we are going there.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Six months will fly by in no time!! 😀 Thank you for watching, Eric! Cheers!!🍻

[@chriscox5572]

Awesome video as always. It was very helpful as you broke down the entire year and included everything. This is the best KZbin channel for traveling Keep up the great videos and enjoy your travels.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much, Chris! Cheers!!🍻

[@shawnturner2459]

Are the flight costs also per couple? How do you find flights so cheap? Would love to see a video on your strategy for flights, trains, buses. Where you book, how far in advance, etc. Love the videos! Thanks!

[@hannibaladventures1073]

I second this - would love to know your strategies for booking flights …. how you flew from Miami to Seattle for less than $300?.. keep up the great videos!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, the flight costs are as a couple. It does take a lot of research to find great deals, but it's doable. We will do a video coming soon on how to find the best deals. Cheers!!

[@jenniferpincus2011]

I was thinking the same RE your flights to Thailand and Krakow - in the summer to boot!

[@pjcline8878]

Any chance that you'll become booking agents? I'll hire you in a heartbeat, because I've never seen airfares this low AND you get airport lounge privileges, too?! We've been full time nomads for three years and haven't come close to $35,000, especially with health care included. What are we doing wrong? 😂 I'll keep watching and learning. 🤞

[@BrianandCarrie]

😂 We will be doing a video next month on how we book flights, phones, accommodations, etc...Our lounge privileges are with Capital One credit card, and we only get 2 a year!!

[@nataliyalassiter3145]

Hi guys, thank you for your awesome work on breaking the costs. Would be nice if you can create a video focusing strictly on the medical insurance and the Internet abroad. it’s always fun to see your new adventures🤗🤗

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's a great idea!! Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@kidiangatshiunza9942]

You guys are exceptional. I always enjoy your videos. I plan on going to Sardinia, Budapest, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Madrid, and Porto next summer. I know that it is going to be ugly expensive. I like staying in hotels. I absolutely detest airbnb. I don't know how you guys keep your expenses so low. I am inspired. I can't wait for your next video. This was one of the most instructive videos I have seen. I want to personally thank you.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much!! Our expenses will be going up a bit by not using Airbnb any longer. Your plan for next summer sounds amazing! You will be seeing some of our favorite cities!

[@arnodobler1096]

I met 2 hitchhikers in the 90's. One was Australian, the other US American. I took them with me to my hometown and to my local bar. They both said it was their best time yet. Great memory for me too. Both were engineers who worked for a while then traveled for 5 years.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's so interesting! Some of our best memories come from those we've had the opportunity to meet while traveling - many fun stories to share. Cheers!!

[@arnodobler1096]

@@BrianandCarrie Funny story. Years later I worked in this pub "Galgenhölzle" Überlingen Bodensee. My boss was on a trip through Australia., twenty years later. Near Uluru Ayers Rock he was in a bar. They asked him where he was from. "Germany, South Germany Lake Constance. .." One Australian shouted "Oh Galgenhölzle!" (The name of the restaurant) 🤯🤣

[@arnodobler1096]

Maybe the Aussie Guy

[@ljefferies2012]

Wow, I think you travelled so well for less than 35k. Definitely a reasonable amount given how much it costs to live in the US full time.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We sure felt we saw so much for that amount. Cheers!!

[@CAPTex92]

Another great video. Meaningless editorial comment: Brian you are Chip Gaines (who I really like BTW) -- the comedic relief of the group. Carrie is Johanna Gaines -- the brains of the operation. Keep up the great work!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Haha, that's a good comparison ☺. We have to keep everyone interested, informed and entertained all at the same time. Cheers!

[@Monas99]

htank you so much for this video, Carrie and Brian - it's so helpful! I love all your videos. keep on traveling and living! it's a beautiful life.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much!! We feel very lucky! ❤

[@kevinm9860]

Just stumbled on your channel, love what your doing and thank you for all the incredible info! I can’t believe that’s all you spent for a year of travel, heck I spent that on one 7 night cruise for my family of 7 lol!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We went on a cruise last summer for my parent's 60th wedding anniversary. There were 12 of us and they paid for everything but the drink package! I never got the final cost!! 😬

[@terrymurphy5586]

Thanks for doing a breakdown of your costs for your year away. We are planning a trip next year and you have given me a bit of an insight on how much it will cost us. I hope 2024 is going well for you. All the best. Melissa.

[@BrianandCarrie]

2024 has been great so far (mostly anyway)! Thanks again, Melissa. ❤️

[@kathyfenwick4612]

This was such an interesting & very eye opening video!!!! I had found your channel just last week, the first video I watched was the downsizing & decluttering which was also very interesting!! My hubby & I watched this budget video & we now see that it is actually cheaper than what we had thought. Don’t know that we will be exact full time travellers but definately can see that it will be totally possible to do some travelling to different areas when the time comes:) I think within two years we will hopefully sell our home & downsize. I really loved seeing the cost breakdown especially per day. We are Canadian but even with the exchange rate it is still totally doable!! I have a lot of videos still to watch but this one is fantastic!!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Kathy. We very much appreciate the support!! ❤

[@roadtofreecollege6337]

This is great. Love seeing how little you spent. I know I wouldn’t enjoy the tropics, so if I did this, I would spend far more money. However, my pension would allow me to do so. I suggest retired folks do it now, don’t wait. Why? Sometimes illness or injury rob you of the ability to be this independent. Do it while you can. -Elizabeth

[@BrianandCarrie]

100% agree Elizabeth! So many wait and then the unexpected happens. Thanks so much for watching and following along, we appreciate your support ☺

[@UnlockedVistas]

Fantastic video - thanks for breaking down the numbers. We've been traveling full-time for 6 months now. It's great to see someone else's perspective who is on a similar journey and we have so many questions! How far in advance do you plan/book travel and accommodations? You mentioned a couple of locations where you stayed less time or more time in a place based on how much you liked it when you got there. How were you able to stay so flexible in changing your plans and did that result in any extra costs (rescheduling or cancelling existing reservations) or other issues with reservations (availability, costs going up if you wanted to book future travel)?

[@BrianandCarrie]

We have never overstayed a location but have left early. When we leave early we are spending extra for a new accommodation in another city or country.

[@BillandJennTraveling]

Just watched the end of this video and the total cost blew me away, and I mean that in a good way! To my wife and I that seems very reasonable and then of course shopping around getting a little bit more Less expensive accommodations of course would bring that down but... And of course where you travelled. I am 66 and in good health I exercise a lot my wife is or rather will be 59 in August and we really really like the idea of slow travel. I am more of the cranky butt when I feel rushed and my wife does not like that so we can appreciate the slow travel for sure. Like I said earlier in another one of your videos I just subscribed to your channel and I'm looking forward to watching all your videos. We were going to start in January possibly I found a repositioning cruise from Seattle to Tokyo a 16 day cruise for both of us $1600 And then we were thinking of then flying to okinawa and staying there for possibly a month and then back to Vietnam and then after a stay there then either find another repositioning cruise back to Seattle if that's not available then we will fly back to Seattle. This will be our testing waters if you will... My wife is very nervous And we will see what happens.❤ Thanks!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

This is a cruise that we are looking at as well, Bill! We will be doing it in reverse order ending it Seattle. We are from Bellingham so close to home. We very much appreciate your comments on the channel and being a part of the community here!! Thank you!! Cheers!!🍻

[@BillandJennTraveling]

@@BrianandCarrie You bet! We are slowly downsizing and getting rid of a lot of stuff. Not sure if we'll sell the home yet but it is in the works. We live in Southern Idaho Outside of Twin Falls. I know you two are very busy and I really appreciate you getting back to us!❤

[@brucefellowes4848]

Brilliant video. Really informative. I think that is great value for what you did in 2023. Looking forward to your adventures in 2024.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much - we did feel we got so much value for the money spent. We are so excited for 2024! Cheers 🍻

[@CP-wt7jf]

The two of you just inspired me into actually executing a plan to “slow travel” There’s a lot more that I would like to learn. But certainly, as a point of departure on the idea, this was certainly helpful. Cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

That is awesome! Thank you for following along and commenting!! Cheers!!🍻

[@baolnguyen442]

Lots of helpful information, once again. Thanks for sharing!

[@placesonthelist]

We traveled 7 months last year and spent quite a bit more than you. We tend to fast travel all the time. We had 65 days on cruise ships(ocean & river), we visited FL, Caribbean, Argentina, Antarctica, Budapest to the Black Sea, Greenland, CA, England, Egypt, Italy and TA home. We are going to try some slower travel with 2 months in New Zealand and Australia this year. Safe travels.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Sounds like a wonderful itinerary and many places high on our list to see! See upcoming travels - Cheers!!

[@VanGoghGlobetrotter]

Great video! I’m currently rewatching all of your Southeast Asia ones, because we’re going to Japan, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam next month! Brian, I love the hoodie!! Carrie, your hair looks fantastic! Super cute! I always enjoy your down to earth videos especially these with the cost breakdown! Keep em coming! #goals 😊

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much ♥ That sounds like a wonderful itinerary - safe travels!

[@sbkpilot1]

Costs are highly variable.. I just watched John and Bev's (Retirement Travelers) cost video and their budget was close to $90,000/yr 😮. Your numbers are actually fantastic for all the places you guys went, I'm thinking $30k for a solo perhaps should be a good ballpark.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, $30k for a solo traveler would be very comfortable. Thanks so much for watching ☺

[@leapintothewild_original]

John and Bev's numbers were shocking to me as well, but they're a very different type of traveler. They move fast because they want to see a lot due to her MS diagnosis, figuring they might have to slow down if she develops many symptoms. They call themselves old in a joking way, but they're super active - and have such wonderful attitudes!

[@beththomas6514]

Wow, you spent significantly less than just my rent alone in my very expensive region of the US. Just waiting for my kid to finish high school in a year and a half before I'm on my way. Thanks for sharing this!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, traveling full-time is so much more affordable than many think. A year and a half will go by so fast and you'll be on the road ☺ Cheers!!

[@dancingfishfish]

Thank you for showing that travel can be do-able!

[@waitwhat3588]

Thanks for this information. Husband and I are huge travelers and want to do a 6 month trip through Europe. This is doable for us as we aren’t fancy. It’s about the experiences….thanks. New subscriber!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for joining the channel, we appreciate the support! No need to be fancy while traveling!! 😁 Thanks again and safe travels!! Cheers!!🍻

[@rosemarygomez6393]

Your videos fascinate me. I don’t think I have the courage to sell all and do what you do. I wish I did though. Your channel has quickly become one of my favorites. Cheers (with a margarita)!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Rosemary! We love margaritas and maybe indulging in a few in the coming year! Cheers!!🍻

[@irenesdiary6943]

I just subscribed to your channel! I am so happy I found you guys. I am 42 and husband is 50 we want to retire early and travel. Thank you for showing us it's possible.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for supporting us!! ❤️😊

[@dutchylondon]

I just came back to London from Asia - Thailand Vietnam and Singapore for 5 week the flights and hotels was approx £4500 approx for a couple. Then I spent maybe £1k that I brought in cash food transport tours. Maybe another £500 on credit card.

[@BrianandCarrie]

A bit more for sure, but when it's a vacation more than just living we spend different as well. Thanks so much for wathcing. Cheers!!

[@mr_mr]

Most people won't have those big flights back and forth to Seattle too. So in terms of doing a year of travel cheaper, cut that part out. Also factor in monthly Airbnb rental discounts. Thanks for sharing. This is probably work you would do for yourselves but making the video and sharing this personal information is appreciated

[@BrianandCarrie]

You are correct, if we had stayed in the same place for a month at a time we would have saved more. We feel that in 2024 we will spend less although we may up our accommodations budget. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@vegasmike966]

I would love to be able to travel the world and see the places I’ve never been to and see some I’ve seen before !!!

[@aztecforlife7360]

Great job. Really informative and entertaining to watch. Thanks for taking the time to organize and share this information.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers!!🍻

[@amyoppenheim2711]

Can you share why you couldn't stay in Penang? My family lived there for 5 years and LOVED it!!! I am bummed you didn't get to experience the land we called home for such a precious time with our kids.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Our Airbnb fell through on arrival we don't think that it had been used since before covid. We had to find last minute accommodations for a month-long stay and KL was our best option.

[@d.y.e3803]

Great job, guys! I'm also one for recording daily travel expenses. It helps me in planning future trips and I also look back at what I spent on previous trips. I take along my travel journal and write all expenses down at the end of each day. I itemize each expense. Wow, to take 40 hours to get from Singapore to Seattle. 😱 I've always taken Singapore Air from L.A.-Singapore via Narita (SQ11) 12 hours to Narita, one hour in Narita airport long enough to grab and eat some sushi, back on the same flight number and on to Singapore for +/- 7hrs 45 mins. And on the way home, it's shorter (SQ12). When getting to the Narita to LAX portion, it usually takes only 10 hours, but sometimes less. Greetings from Los Angeles

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, that was a long travel day(s) for sure! They changed our flights last minute, so the connections didn't line up well at all. But we made good use of the lounges ☺

[@d.y.e3803]

I can feel your pain on that flight. LOL! I'm glad you survived it. Greetings from Los Angeles @@BrianandCarrie

[@rn3074]

I'm thrilled to have discovered your channel. The detail and helpfulness in your videos are exceptional. While I follow many bloggers in your field, seeing your work come to life through video is really fun. Thank you for sharing your journey. I can't wait to see all the upcoming adventures. Cheers! 🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy you found our channel ☺. We are so excited for 2024 and all it brings. Cheers!!

[@steven_dekok]

I love how there is a not-so-subtle beer theme throughout your travels. My kind of people lol

[@BrianandCarrie]

It just seems to make each day a little better 😉. Cheers!!

[@sallieanderson5670]

This was VERY helpful! I don't think we're really ready to sell our house yet so it helps to know that we could still budget for a good amount of travel while still maintaining the house if we absolutely need to; at least until we are ready to take the plunge of full time travel 👍🏻

[@alexandraalbertz1442]

If your house is paid off and you can rent it on a yearly contract then is not much extra you need to add that is on top of your rent.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, that is a hard decision - sell or not. Having a home base to come back to would be nice. For us, it just wasn't an option. But, later we may decide to have a home base, but figure we will tackle that at that time. Cheers!!

[@annarakannan6620]

Love your channel and videos. New to the channel. Thinking of visiting Portugal for a few days. Keeping it simple to Lisbon and Porto and nearby day trips like coimbra, Sinatra ands Fatima.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you! That sounds like a great plan! We would consider Obiedos as well!

[@petercharnley7138]

Thank You so very much for your very interesting & informative video of your costs for your year of travel. It's been a wonderful experience to follow you both on your trips around the world. I so so hope you continue your amazing journey's around the world & give us such a fantastic boost to our lives. Love you both loads Brian & Carrie & THANK YOU for all that you've given us in 2023 xxx ❤ ❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

WOW! Thank you so much! We love comments like this! You boost our lives! 😀 Our adventures will continue in 2024 and beyond. Thank you again! ❤

[@tammytee6179]

This is my first time watching you guys. I subscribed before the video even ended. I enjoyed it that much! I plan on replicating your travel itinerary. Thanks!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much, Tammy! We are happy to have you apart of our community! ❤

[@alainmichaud6747]

This is very cost effective and was great to follow you across the world , there is a few places that we will travel to because of your utube... Alain

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's great to hear - there are so many wonderful places to visit, and the list seems to keep getting longer for us ☺. Thanks so much for watching - Cheers!!

[@pennyt820]

i NEVER let weather determine my outcome. no such thing as bad weather-only bad gear.

[@garykembel8144]

We travel up to seven months each year. To maintain our health care coverage in Ontario Canada we must bevresident 5 months. I figure it costs $1500 CDN per month to keep the ( paid for) house while we are away. That's a big part of the travel budget.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Having a house back home would be nice. We just couldn't afford to do each, so we sold everything. Not having any debt is a big factor for us as well. Thank you for watching and for the comments. Cheers!!🍻

[@SerendipitySpoke]

Thank you so much for being so transparent! I am looking to sell everything this year and travel. It makes me feel good to know that long-stay travel is in my budget. I think, your expectations on accommodation are similar to mine, but it’s nice to know that I could splurge if needed on a short term stay and not break my bank. (I truly thought your European adventure was going to higher.) I am looking forward to your video on how to setup phones and preparing for this type of lifestyle. I know that you got a different insurance plan to cover the states and I’m wondering how you have liked it… so maybe you can cover that and another packing video. You have both convinced me to downsize my luggage… so I have purchased new carry on luggage that meets budget airlines requirements overseas. Can’t thank you enough for making your videos! They are helping me make informed decisions.

[@annaartesana2622]

Very interesting video.Thanks for all of the information.

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy you have found the information we've shared helpful for your upcoming travels. We will have our logistics video out hopefully in the next month. We appreciate you watching and following along. Cheers!!

[@DeeACook-lc7bd]

Great job with all this info! Sounds like you had a great 2023!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We had a great year and 2024 is looking like a good one as well! Thank you for watching!! 😀

[@davidpratt5456]

Great video. I'm new to your channel and look forward to binge watching your channel and following your future trips.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much! We're so happy you found our channel 😊. Cheers!!

[@Twogirlsabroad]

I totally want to do this. I would love to travel full time. Maybe someday I can. Thanks for the information!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!

[@xaviotesharris891]

At two months into my expattery, I can see you two are much better at this than I am as a solo traveler. Oh, I am making it work, but I am clearly far less disciplined than you.

[@BrianandCarrie]

It does take a lot of discipline for sure. But, we've figured out the areas we are willing to spend a bit more, and that is on accommodations - comfort is key, especially for long stays. Cheers!!

[@kimberlycl4240]

just discovered your channel and im loving it!! I grew up in Washington and went to college at WWU :-)

[@BrianandCarrie]

WWU is a beautiful campus. Bellingham will always be our home no matter where we are in the world. Thank you for watching! We are happy that you found our channel! 😀

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy you found us - Bellingham is such a great place and Western has a beautiful campus. Thanks for watching - Cheers!!

[@druiz012]

I'm shocked and amazed that you were able to do a year of travel for that much (little). It truly is inspiring because you guys did so much, too! I do have a question... as U.S. citizens you still need to pay income taxes... what happens with State taxes? Do you just file taxes as not residing in any state? I'm just wondering how that works as an American traveling full-time. Maybe a video idea?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great question. Yes, we still do need to pay our taxes in the States. The state we are from, Washington State, doesn't have State income taxes. So for us, this isn't an issue. Thanks so much for watching! Cheers 🍻

[@latebloomerabroad]

Your 1-year costs are very reasonable, especially for what you saw! I returned from my 6 month around-the-world trip in August 2022, and that cost me $16k. (Of course, the most expensive category is lodging, and that's usually the same for a single as it is for a couple.) I was so excited to find your video before work this morning! Your trip includes many places that I went to, so it's like reliving my voyage. I'm a new subscriber, I can't wait to follow along on your trips!✈🚅🚢

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy that you found us!! Fortunately, we can split accommodation costs! Thank you for joining us!! Cheers!!🍻

[@gpuetz]

You two are legends! I can't wait to do this. Thanks for the video!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@ReflectionTool637]

I have been traveling the world FT for 4+ years and do spend much time in cheaper places like South America, E & SE Europe. Am averaging $55K/year. But I also like to spend a lot of time in places like Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Japan, etc. I have just upped my budget to ~$80K as I want more time in the nicer places. I also date abroad very frequently (super duper fun!) and sometimes find a woman where things click and she comes traveling with me - all that costs a few $$. I can't sleep in economy seats anymore, so if I am changing continents I usually get a biz class ticket as sleep is my religion. I ALWAYS say travel as much as you can and do what you can afford. Am glad that others can travel FT cheaper than I can. Whatever works for you!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, whatever works for you.... It's finding a good balance within your budget😊. Cheers!!

[@chrisdaigh2085]

What you spent in Florence is what I spend for rent in myrtle beach. You got the better deal by far, what an experience that would be. Your spending a month traveling for half what it costs in the US. I know what you do isn't easy but I sure plan on doing it some day and using these videos to help.

[@BrianandCarrie]

It isn't always easy but worth it. We feel lucky every day! Thank you, Chris, for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@ryangreen9770]

Really loved this video with all the detailed breakdown. Appreciate the transparency and gives me inspiration to retire overseas as we visit Eastern Europe and Central Asia every year looking for our retirement home 🏠. 👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and commenting! We are currently in Budapest and loving the affordability!!

[@rositahl]

Thanks for sharing. As always very informative specially since we are planning on a similar yearly budget perhaps even a little lower however we don’t like beers 😅. I know you mentioned there was going to be a logistic video coming up, looking forward to that one as we are interested to learn more about the Schengen zone and going in and out of it. I also believe it will be interesting to know more about airport experiences and going to and from to them etc. Thanks again!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will be doing the logistics video sometime next month. A lot of planning is going into that one. 😃 Thanks you two for watching! No Beers Cheers!!😀

[@sunnyla2835]

Great info! I just recently discovered your channel and very grateful👍🙏

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are glad that you found us and commenting! We appreciate you being a part of our community!!! Cheers!!🍻

[@marksharkmark3445]

Thanks for the breakdown! I’ve been contemplating trying to work remotely with my wife and two toddlers. Just feels a little scary thinking about leaving my great job I have now (I know it’d be difficult finding a job as good/ as good of pay again). I just know we could have a much better work/ life balance, less stressful life outside the US

[@BrianandCarrie]

You may even be able to simplify your life, spend more time with family and save the same amount of money working remotely outside of the US. Less stress and a better quality of life. It is scary giving up something that is safe and secure. We get that. Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers! 🍻

[@lauriehaw7016]

I went around the world for almost a year and flew back to the states in the middle as well for 30 days. As a single traveler and a backpacker I spent around $30,000 that included my airfare. I was in Japan for 2 months and spent $5,500 which I thought was pretty good and that included my airfare to get there. Staying several nights in hostels and pensions saves for the extra things you want to do.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will be going to Japan the next time we are in SE Asia. We are hearing that it is not as expensive as we had thought. That you for sharing your expenses as a solo traveler. It adds to the channel!! 😊

[@LisaGray1000]

Great break down. Enjoyed this video. Considering more travel, just figuring out what it looks like for us.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Lisa!

[@brucecoats62]

Another great video!! Do you use any particular software to keep track of your expenses? I’m planning on starting a nomad lifestyle this year and am looking forward to it. Thank you both!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

I use the app called travel spend, just the free version. Then i transfer everything onto a spreadsheet. Thanks so much for watching ☺

[@brucecoats62]

Thank you both! I have not heard of that app. I recently heard about a site called Monday which also has an app. I will have to check out your suggestion. Many thanks!!

[@kodietalley8165]

Awesome video! always so impressed with how little is spent to travel the world for a year vs how much it costs to stay put in the US. If I recall correctly your rent in Bellingham was about $1900.. to work 40+ hours a week. That’s over $22k per year. More than a year of travel 🤯

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will be doing a comparison video next month on what it would cost us in Bellingham, the mid-west, south, and east coast compared to other parts of the world. Thanks for watching Kodie!! ❤❤❤

[@paulpham3466]

Great Video. Great value compared to the 8K we spent for just 2 weeks in Europe (Paris, Geneva, Rome, Milan, Florence).

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

Awesome Video!! Great informative info.. I’m a a retired airline employee, which provides very affordable travel.. So price for airline fares is really not a costly issue. I’m a solo traveler I mainly stay in Hostels, so just meals and sightseeing is probably my main cost! I’m thinking I could travel for 1 year for right around $10,000.00

[@BrianandCarrie]

If you spend time in SE Asia, I'm sure that you could. Western Europe can get expensive, but the Balkans are a great inexpensive option. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

@@BrianandCarrie My plan is Thailand,Cambodia, Phillipines, Vietnam. Then off to Croatia, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Czech Republic. 2 years ago I spen 2 weeks in Dubrovnik but unfortunately 10 of those days I had COVID. Didn’t really have a chance to do much!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

All those countries are very affordable! Just don't get sick!! 😉