On November 2, 2026, British traveler Karl Bushby returned to his hometown of Hull, having spent nearly 28 years walking around the globe, the Associated Press reports.
The 57-year-old adventurer began his journey on November 1, 1998, setting off from the Chilean city of Punta Arenas. Over the course of his expedition, he covered approximately 50,000 kilometers, traversing four continents and 30 countries—including Russia. Bushby set two strict rules for himself: he would not use any form of transport, and he would not return home until the entire route was completed.
Although he initially expected the journey to take ten years, the timeline was repeatedly extended due to financial difficulties, the COVID-19 pandemic, and his detention by Russian authorities for an illegal border crossing. In October 2026, he crossed the English Channel and arrived back in the United Kingdom.
Upon his return, he was greeted by his 75-year-old mother, his 36-year-old son, and his 12-year-old granddaughter—whom he had never met before. German filmmaker Werner Herzog has directed a documentary about the journey, titled “Walk of Life,” which is set to be released soon.
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