My most commonly asked question is “Where are you going?” So I figured I’d tell everyone all at once. Now keep in mind that these destinations are likely to change. I’ve talked to previous racers and most of them have said that their route changed 3-4 times. But for now, here’s the list:
1. Albania (Eastern Europe)
Fun fact: Birthplace of Mother Teresa
2. Romania (Eastern Europe)
Fun Fact: Home to Dracula’s Castle
3. Malawi (Africa)
Fun Fact: Known as the “Warm Heart of Africa”
4. Zambia (Africa)
Fun Fact: Zambia’s name comes from the Zambezi River. Zambezi is from a local word Yambezhi “Heart of All”
5. Thailand (Asia)
Fun Fact: Thailand is home to the world’s hairiest child, Supatra “Nat” Sasuphan
6. Cambodia (Asia)
Fun Fact: It’s considered disrespectful to let your feet or soles point at people or things, so the feet must be tucked in when sitting
7. Malaysia (Asia)
Fun Fact: Many global brands are produced in Malaysia, including Intel Pentium chips and Brooks Brother’s shirts
8. Ecuador (South America)
Fun Fact: Named after the Spanish word for ‘Equator’
9. Peru (South America)
Fun Fact: Home to Machu Picchu
10. Bolivia (South America)
Fun Fact: Home to the world’s largest butterfly sanctuary
11. Chile (South America)
Fun Fact: Chile is the number one world exporter for salmon
