Source: The Points Guy
Summary
The Points Guy reported that a video team visited all seven New Wonders of the World using Oneworld Round The World (RTW) tickets. These tickets allow travel across multiple continents with one itinerary. The RTW fares vary based on continents or distance, with prices starting at $3,600 for economy class. The team used business class tickets to cover six continents and seven Oneworld airlines. Tips for maximizing rewards include using credit cards that offer miles on airfare and booking through Oneworld’s site.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Oneworld RTW tickets let you visit six continents and seven airlines.
Travelers can choose from three fare types based on distance or continents.
Cash bookings can still earn miles and elite status.
Expenses like tours and transport are managed with credit cards.
Traveling the world is less about discovery and more about booking.
What is a round-the-world ticket?
Oneworld’s RTW tickets offer access to hundreds of destinations across 170 countries. There are three fare types: Oneworld Explorer, Global Explorer, and Circle Pacific. Each has different rules for distance, continents, and partner airlines. The cost starts at around $3,600 for a three-continent journey in economy class.
Maximizing rewards on your ticket
RTW tickets can’t be booked with miles, but they can still earn them. Travelers are advised to use credit cards that offer bonus points on airfare. Booking through Oneworld’s site and then contacting an airline directly can help maximize rewards. Adding a frequent flyer number to the ticket also helps with earning miles and elite status.
Maximizing rewards on your journey
Expenses like tours, tickets, and ground transportation can be offset with credit cards. Chase and American Express cards offer specific benefits, such as Uber Cash or Lyft credits. Using cards with bonus points on travel purchases and no foreign transaction fees is recommended.
Bottom line
The article suggests checking Oneworld’s sample itineraries or using their tool to plan a round-the-world trip. It encourages readers to share their dream destinations in the comments.
Editorial disclaimer
The opinions expressed are the author’s alone and have not been reviewed or endorsed by any airline, credit card issuer, or hotel chain.
