Posts for Tips & Planning

Man on beach doing a work call

How to Work From the Road

More and more people are finding ways to earn money while traveling. Some take their jobs from home with them.

Planning a Family Trip to Africa

For the past year, I’ve been slowly planning a family trip to Africa and have learned that this journey has some unique considerations. I’ve followed family travelers to the region on Instagram, talked to others who have traveled there, and have been reading up as much as possible.
worldschool hub meet up, kids jumping for joy

Community Connectors: Rachel Carlson, Worldschool Pop-Up Hub 

We had the pleasure of linking up with Rachel Carlson, the founder and director of Worldschool Pop-up Hub. In this post, she shares how the organization was born, how it’s grown, and a bit about her personal experience as a long-term traveling  family. 
Bryce National Park; choosing worldschooling destinations

Where Will You Go? Choosing Destinations for Worldschooling

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This blog post will give you a few ideas to get you thinking about choosing your worldschooling destinations and creating the kind of Wonder Year journey you’d like to take.
family on bikes in Ayuthaya, Thailand

How Do Families Afford Long-Term Travel?

One of the essential questions about long-term travel is how…

Happy Earth Month!

Here's a recap of our themed posts in celebration of Earth Month to help traveling families find ways to shrink their carbon footprint.

What To Do With Pets While Worldschooling

When preparing to leave your home for an extended road trip or worldschooling adventure, there’s a lot to take care of. Deciding what to do with your dog (or cat or rabbit or hamster) can be one of the trickiest and most consequential decisions you’ll make
Nesting dolls in Budapest

Involving the Kids in Travel Planning

Involving kids during the early stages of a Wonder Year, even as the notion takes hold and you begin to plan, has many benefits. It helps them ease into the idea of leaving for an extended time. It gives them ownership and buy-in to the shared family project. And it allows your family to integrate the interests and desires of everyone involved.
River in Iceland

Making The Decision

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Here is a simple three-question framework that might help you sort through this existential joyride so you can set off on your Wonder Year. 
wonder year, welcome, Krabi

Family Travel Tips for Thailand

Thailand is an exotic, culturally rich and family-friendly destination. The distance and heat can be daunting but with some forward planning, these family travel hacks can create an unforgettable trip to Siam and the “Land of Smiles”.