The Budget
See the budget we started this trip with and then see what we’re actually spending along the way.
London Budget Breakdown: 6 Days in London
London was a short but memorable stop between Morocco and Mexico. From Buckingham Palace and a rain-soaked Changing of the Guard to Matilda the Musical and endless train rides, here's exactly what 6 days in London cost our family of four and why we finished $1,378 over budget.
Morocco Budget Breakdown: What 42 Days in Morocco Actually Cost Us
Morocco was supposed to be a 50-day stop on our family world trip, but plans changed. From Marrakech and the Sahara Desert to surfing in Essaouira and horse riding in Sidi Kaouki, here's exactly what 42 days in Morocco cost us and whether we finished over or under budget.
Italy Budget Breakdown: What 55 Days in Sicily, Puglia and Lake Garda Actually Cost Our Family of Four
We spent 55 days travelling Italy as a family of four and went $1,410 AUD over budget. Here’s what Sicily, Puglia and Lake Garda really cost us, including transport surprises, hidden costs and lifestyle spending.
Austria Budget Breakdown (33 Days)
Austria was always going to be one of the more expensive parts of our trip. Between skiing, car hire, accommodation and gear, we expected a decent blowout. What surprised us was how close we actually got to budget. Here’s our full 33-day breakdown and what it really cost us to live in the Austrian Alps as a family.
What Vietnam Actually Cost Us (For a Family of Four)
We spent 68 days travelling through Vietnam as a family of four and tracked what it really cost us. We expected it to be cheaper than our $10,000/month budget, but we didn’t realise how easy it would be to live well, eat out every day, and still come in under.
The Budget Plan We Created Before Leaving for a Year of Travel
How much does it cost to travel the world with kids? Before leaving Australia, we built a realistic $10,000 monthly budget. Here’s how we planned it.