Hi ScottC,

I will try to answer some of your questions.

What tools can you use? Will the online timetable at BA be of any help?

I second HKG_Flyer1's suggestion of using CX's oneworld timetable. It's quite useful.

Are there sites with examples or should I just use the examples here on the board as a starter?

I maintain a website called the Unofficial oneworld Info Desk with info on lots of 1W stuff including the Explorer RTW fare. I've got some prices and fare rules available. (Disclaimer: I've never done an RTW before, so questions should be directed here, as you are doing.)

As for examples, the itineraries people post here are as any you'll find. What are your goals on this trip? Do you want to make a certain elite tier (e.g. AA EXP) all in one shot? Which continents do you want to visit? What cities?

Am I forgetting anything? Has anyone experience in a fly-only trip like this? (besides almost killing yourself doing it?)

Happy flying... If you're going FC, then you can sleep during the flights. Question is, will you have enough time to see the sights in the cities you plan to visit? I'm not sure you can avoid hotels completely.

Does BA have a RTW dedicated desk or am I stuck with a travel agent?

Not sure about BA, but I know AA has a dedicated RTW desk.

Good luck with your planning!
FewMiles..

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