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Would you walk around the world?

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Would you walk around the world?

Tom Boerman, a Dutchman, started last May to walk around the world; a trip like that will take many years to complete. We spoke about his fascinating journey, his motivation, and his experiences.

Alexander Verbeek 🌍
Jan 22, 2022
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May 8th, 2021, the start of a walk around the world (all photos by Tom Boerman)

On the morning of May 8th, 2021, Tom Boerman shouldered his backpack, added some food for a few days, waved goodbye to family and friends, and walked out of the Dutch town of Sliedrecht. Then he started a walk around the world of 40.000 kilometers, which is about 25,000 miles…

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