We live in a global economy, so any firsthand experience with other countries and cultures should be viewed as a positive thing in the business world.
In the world of higher education, admissions committees actually LIKE to see things such as global travel on a prospective student's application. It suggests that the applicant is a bit more mature and has been exposed to different points of view. In the business world, wouldn't these qualities make him/her a better decision-maker.
If you can swing it financially (no pressing loan repayments), I say go for it!