Quitting your job to travel the world sounds unrealistic… maybe even irresponsible. But what if it’s actually one of the most intentional financial decisions you can make?Kesi Irvin walked away from a high-powered finance career in New York City after saving for two years to fund her dream of traveling the world.What started as a round-the-world trip turned into more than a decade of long-term travel across 84 countries and completely reimagined her way of living, working, and earning.We break down what it really takes to plan a round-the-world trip, including how much money you actually need, how to build a travel fund, and how to make money while traveling once your savings run out.If you’ve ever wondered whether long-term travel is financially possible, this episode will show you how to start designing your own path.Connect with Kesi IrvinWebsite: https://www.kesitoandfro.com/Follow on Instagram: @kesitoandfro (Link: https://www.instagram.com/kesitoandfro)Other Episodes You’ll Love How To Plan an Adult Gap Year with Stephanie Perry - Episode 49Is Budget Travel Still Possible? What You Need to Know To Travel on $75 a Day - Episode 195Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett Website: www.thoughtcard.comNewsletter: ​​https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/Instagram: @thedaniellecorbettWork With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.Resources & Recommendations: ➡️ Sign up for a high-yield savings account with Ally Bank➡️ Sign up for Rakuten and earn cash back on purchases➡️ Earn points by snapping photos of receipts with Fetch➡️ Have multiple credit cards? Pick the right credit card to use to maximize points and miles with CardPointersSupport the Show Directly:Leave a review in your podcast app - it helps other listeners discover the show. Share this episode with family and friends who want to travel around the world for a year or long-term.Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast NetworkCheck out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel Podcast