Mileage Run Deals - Round the World (RTW)

what are the best options for traveling around the world?

what are the best options for traveling around the world?

I recommend airplanes. Boats just take too long.

+1 on airplanes. Hot air balloons aren't trendy anymore for RTW.

Each of the alliance forums (Star Alliance Forum, etc.) has some helpful price comparison tools, which incorporate purchase and departure countries. I'd suggest starting there...

Definately an airplane. Do a web search for airlines. There are a lot of them out there. Checkout United for starters.

so mean! does the other poster mean - what's considered a mileage run fare or bargain for a rtw trip?

I'd go for a mixture of modes, ala Around the World in 80 Days.

I feel that submarines are generally overlooked as premium RTW options. A few posters have also done a RTW trip using a series of strategically placed catapults (with admittedly mixed results).

I read an article in the United inflight mag about a guy who was walking around the world, is having a hard time getting a Russian visa though.

I have done it twice but used the boring airlines to do it.

Avoid using the equator as a guide - that tends to be the longest way around.

OP: your question is a little vague and will probably get locked or moved since this forum is reserved for mileage run-worthy fares.

But if you are looking for a RTW fare, there are many similar to this:

http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_UK/content/local/US/promotions/rtw.jsp

Avoid using the equator as a guide - that tends to be the longest way around.

So does that mean if I walk around in a circle at the North Pole, then I've done a RTW trip? :D

So does that mean if I walk around in a circle at the North Pole, then I've done a RTW trip? :D

Yes, but You need Vodka to keep You warm.

I recommend walking...

I recommend airplanes. Boats just take too long.

I prefer biking. It's green.

You guys had your fun. Let's close this thread.

--jpdx, MR Moderator