The Africa trip is another jeep, the jeep itself didn't exist when he did his first 27k two year trip, and indeed he modified it a lot. Probably a lot more expensive but also not necessary. Where'd you find the 50k number?
I bought it used for $22,500 CAD.
I have a van I'm modding out and a roof rack and reinforced bumper alone is 6k.
The point is you have income from somewhere that allows you to be carefree with your time and money.
It feels a little disingenuous when people say "I will never go back to full time 9-5 5 days a week."
Like it's a choice most people have.
It's like Donald Trump saying he's a great business man and you should take his advice...when he really inherited a ton of money.
This is all speculation on my part though and I really wish you the best no matter what your situation is.
Looks like an amazing trip! Stay safe!
And no, I don't have "income from somewhere".
I worked a 9-5 for 5 years and saved every penny I could, now I'm living on those savings. Yes, I'm trying to earn some money on the road, and it's currently covering about 25% of my monthly expenses.
> It feels a little disingenuous when people say "I will never go back to full time 9-5 5 days a week." Like it's a choice most people have.
I think it's sad you think like that. It is a choice, if you want it to be. It's hard work, and requires changing around your priorities, but it absolutely is a choice. I have met hundreds and hundreds of people doing it [1], including families with kids, including people from every walk of life you can image.
[1] I'm interviewing interesting people I meet living on the road - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNiCe5roBX1gdbLoAclKw...
Gas is 5k.