I just did just that. Traveled the world for ten months. Now I really can't stand to be at work! I keep thinking of all the next places to go to.
Ditto. In September, I took a road trip to NYC and back. It was my first time out of town in 6 years. Now all I can think about is how I can't wait to do it again, and my job bums me out more than ever...
If you're not in debt, quit your job and do a long term trip. You will probably change your life. If you are in debt, sort that out first, or look at realistic outcomes for skipping the country.
“Traveling makes men wiser, but less happy,” according to Thomas Jefferson.
The same could be said for learning and knowledge in general.