Here we write about our family gap year, travelling the world with kids, homeschooling on the road, and the decisions that led us to pack up our life and leave home for a year. These stories go deeper into the lessons, challenges, and shifts that happen when you choose a slower, more intentional way of living as a family.
If you’re curious about family travel, taking a gap year with kids, or simply rethinking how you spend your time together, you’re in the right place.
If you want to see what our day to day looks like, head over to our daily journal.
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.