When people talk about long-term family travel, they usually focus on the exciting parts. The beaches. The freedom. The adventures. And yes, those moments absolutely exist. We've had sunsets in Thailand that genuinely stopped us in our tracks. We've watched our...
Our family recently stayed in Townsville, North Queensland, for three months. We found many worthwhile places to visit outdoors and plenty of indoor activities for the kids on hot or rainy days. If you only have a short time in Townsville, we'd recommend the following...
When people talk about long-term family travel, they usually focus on the exciting parts. The beaches. The freedom....
Just over an hour's drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island packs a remarkable amount into a single day. We visited as a...
Bali, an island in Indonesia, is a paradise not just for solo travelers and couples, but also for families. If you're...
Located on the East Coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne holds an incredibly special place in my heart. It’s...
A family day trip to the Great Barrier Reef is an unmissable bucket-list adventure. From toddlers to grandparents, all...
During our last visit to our native New Zealand, we enjoyed a wonderful family afternoon at the Hell's Gate...
If you’re planning a trip to Rotorua with the kids, you’re in for a great time. This place is packed with activities...
We recently spent about six weeks house and pet sitting in the Gympie region. Here we share our top picks for things...
The Sunshine Coast is an amazing destination for families, with plenty of luxurious and budget-friendly options for...
Embarking on a family adventure in Melbourne unveils a world of wonder and excitement. This vibrant city is a treasure...
We believe the best education for our kids is through experience and interaction with the world around them. For us,...
We recently spent more than two months in the Bundaberg region. We traveled to Bundaberg three or four times each week...
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is full of lush greenery, charming small towns, stunning views, and a more relaxed vibe...
When hearing about Bangkok, the city often sounds like a place for grown-ups. Travellers who have been there talk...
Nambour is an excellent central point for your adventures around the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. We spent a few nights...
I am a competitive gymnast, and this blog is about the various gym clubs I've trained at around the world (well, all...
Our family recently had the opportunity to visit Aussie World, a fantastic theme park located in the Sunshine Coast...
Brisbane boasts some excellent options for walks and hikes in and near the city. From scenic coastal strolls to trails...
We've enjoyed two separate 4-5 week trips to the Brisbane area with our girls. The city and surrounding areas offer...
We've enjoyed two recent trips to the Brisbane area with our kids. During that time, we visited the Gold Coast a...
We've enjoyed two recent visits (of five and four weeks, respectively) to the Brisbane area. Our two energetic girls...
Woodgate is a laid-back coastal location in central Queensland. If you're looking for things to do in Woodgate, check...
We recently spent over two months house-sitting in Childers, Queensland. Although it's a small town, it boasts several...
We recently spent more than two months house and pet sitting in Central Queensland. Although we didn't explore all of...
We recently spent over two months in the Bundaberg region. As a keen hiker, one of the first things I noticed was the...
We recently spent the winter in central Queensland, starting with a few nights in Hervey Bay. This gorgeous coastal...
Goulburn is a charming city in regional New South Wales. We were fortunate to find a three-month house sit there for...
Bungonia National Park is a must-see destination if you visit Goulburn. It's only 36 km from Goulburn, 126 km from...
There are so many things to do with kids in Canberra, and we only scratched the surface! During our three-month stay...
As a full-time slow-traveling family, we spent two unforgettable months soaking up the local life in Cairns - an ideal...
The Cairns Skyrail rainforest cableway is a must-consider experience for families exploring Far North Queensland....
There are so many awesome activities, attractions, places to visit and things to do in Kuala Lumpur with kids. KL is...
We decided to do an overland bus mission for our journey from Singapore to Melaka (and then to Kuala Lumpur three days...
There are plenty of things to do in Singapore with kids! We love it there, and it’s a great place to travel with kids...
Batam is in the Riau Islands, an archipelago below Malaysia and Singapore. The group of islands stretches between the...
The Perhentian Islands lie off the east coast of Peninsula Malaysia. They offer an idyllic island getaway during the...
If you're planning a weekend getaway in Malaysia, Ipoh should be on your radar. Nestled between Kuala Lumpur and...
The Hamilton Gardens are the city's top attraction, and wow, we were blown away by their beauty! We could not believe...
Taupo is an absolute gem for families, with many activities that kids and adults can enjoy. We discovered some...
Galatea is one of the access points for walks in Te Urewera National Park. The 9-kilometer foothills trail is a good...
Whirinaki Forest Park is a true hidden gem in New Zealand, offering an incredible experience for nature lovers and...
Whakatane is one of my favorite places to explore with kids. Nestled on the beautiful coastline of New Zealand's North...
My family and I recently visited Noosa, a breathtaking coastal spot in Queensland, Australia. Noosa's natural beauty...
I recently had the incredible opportunity to spend over three months living with my family in the Dandenong Ranges, a...
The Philippines is a fantastic Southeast Asian destination, where we spent two months of our full-time slow travel...
After several years of slow travel and location-independent life, we slowed down even more and took up a short-term...
With the Philippines on many peoples' bucket lists, in this article, we'll share some of Cebu's best-known attractions...
Is your young one struggling to learn their timetables? How about fractions? Or telling the time?We found an excellent...
Malaysia is the only country we have repeatedly returned to during our six years as a digital nomad family. The...
Located in Johor Bahru, the Legoland Malaysia theme park offers an epic combination of three theme parks packed into...
After two lengthy stays in Johor Bahru (before and after the pandemic) we know this city is definitely another one of...
Desaru beach is a fantastic family-friendly destination in Malaysia. At only around 100km from Johor Bahru and...
Looking for the best activities, attractions, and places to visit in North Goa with family? Including something...
North Goa has gorgeous long stretches of coastline with beautiful white and golden sand beaches. Our top picks for the...
We spent the first quarter of 2023 in Anjuna, North Goa. There's much more to Anjuna than enjoying the pumping...
Goa offers a fantastic, affordable lifestyle for traveling families. It's an up-and-coming digital nomad destination,...
Tbilisi is a vibrant city in Georgia with plenty of family-friendly activities, attractions, and things to do for the...
Batumi is a city close to the Turkish border on the Black Sea in Georgia. There are plenty of things to do in Batumi....
Are you wondering how you can travel from Turkey to Georgia overland with kids? Or perhaps any of these related...
Welcome to the second of three adventures before we leave Turkey!This one was just for me (Elly) to head off to the...
As our year in Turkey nears its end, we figure it's time for a few more adventures before we leave next month. First...
We spent a lovely weekend in Dalyan, around an hours' drive from Fethiye. Here are our top recommendations of things...
Kas (pronounced "Kash) is a gorgeous town on the Mediterranean Sea between Fethiye and Antalya. It's just over 100km...
There are so many things to do with kids in Antalya, Turkey. Visit a different theme park daily, enjoy gorgeous...
Pamukkale (cotton castle) is one of Turkey's top attractions, and it's easy to see why. The travertine terraces are...
"Don't go to Podgorica," they said. "There's nothing to do in Podgorica." "Everyone goes to the coast or mountains for...
Petrovac Na Moru is a lovely little town on the Adriatic coast in Montenegro. Nestled between Budva and Bar, it...
North Macedonia is a landlocked country, but when you're standing on the shores of beautiful Lake Ohrid, it doesn't...
Live your life to the fullest by experiencing the benefits of learning a new language! Practicing a second language is...
The Trusted Housesitters site is a safe, reliable, and extensive house-sitting website. It's an awesome community...
We attended the first-ever pop-up-style worldschooling community in Bansko, Bulgaria, back in 2020-21, and we loved...
About two hours south of Sofia lies the beautiful Bulgarian mountain town of Bansko. The town itself is 925m above sea...
We spent about six weeks in Serbia over the wintertime. During our first two weeks, we stayed with friends in the...
We spent a month living in the city center of Belgrade, Serbia. From our experiences there, we’re excited to share...
Tirana is the capital city of Albania. It was the second country we visited in Europe as a family (with France being...
After spending the first three years of our worldschooling, slow-travel lifestyle in South East Asia, France was our...
Our worldschooling adventure began in February 2017 and continues to this day. We left New Zealand on a 1-way ticket....
We’re all facing a bit of wanderlust right now. Who wouldn’t want to go to some of the most beautiful places in...
Bali is a beautiful and fun destination in Indonesia, Southeast Asia. There are plenty of family-friendly activities...
The Cameron Highlands in Malaysia is a lovely place to visit and explore for at least a few days. Located on the...
Located a short distance off the West Coast of Southern Thailand, Koh Lanta is a group of two laidback islands. The...
Penang is a wonderful family travel destination in Southeast Asia. Located on Peninsula Malaysia, it offers everything...
Chiang Mai is a wonderful city in Northern Thailand, Southeast Asia. A perfect mix of East meets West, you’ll find a...
What is Slow Travel? Slow travel means embracing slow living by emphasizing the connection to food, the local...
We spent almost four weeks in Luang Prabang, Laos in between two months in Krabi and two months in Chiang Mai. It’s...
There are many options for fun and interesting day trips from Hoi An, or Da Nang. Depending on how much time you have,...
Mount Hikurangi on the East Cape of New Zealand’s North Island provides a breath taking and challenging two day hike.
Since arriving in Penang I’ve been so happy to find that this amazing food mecca offers a number of options to meet my needs. In this post I’m sharing my favorite options for vegetarians and vegans in Penang.
Hoi An, Vietnam is an incredible town in central Vietnam. We spent 6 months of our slow-travel lifestyle there with...
Planning on visiting Siem Reap with kids? We spent one week in Siem Reap with our then 5 year old daughter and 5 month...
Free and cheap things to do with kids at home. Fun things to do indoors and outdoors that are simple for you to organize.
In this article, we’ll share some of our insights about unschooling. And although it’s somewhat of an oxymoron, we’ll talk a bit about how you can create your own unschooling curriculum.
If you're considering visiting Sumatra, or planning a northern Sumatra road trip from Medan to Lake Toba this blog...
Colin 'celebrates' his birthday by getting vulnerable and sharing some personal reflections on his life to date that...
Da Nang was our first stop on our return to SE Asia. After the somewhat stressful consequences of traveling long-haul...
Bossotel has three partner hotels. These are Chiang Mai Bossotel, Bossotel Bangkok and The Elements Resort in Krabi....
So you’re looking for the best things to do in Krabi, Thailand? There are some amazing fun and free things to do in...
Krabi is the perfect destination for outdoor lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Nestled in between the mountains and...
Today's guest post is from the energetic and inspiring Alex from Alex Chasing Dreams. Alex offers some awesome...
The internet can offer an extraordinary new world of opportunities, especially for children. It provides incalculable...