THE BEST THINGS THAT WE HAVE LEARNED AFTER 20 YEARS OF TRAVELING

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Whilst our style of travel has evolved from solo travel to traveling as a couple and to now traveling as a family of four, there are some core travel habits that have served us well, and we continue to follow them to this day.

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Make Travel a Priority

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Spend More Time in Fewer Places

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Don’t Expect Things to Be Like They Are at Home

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Travel Does Not Have to Stop Once You Have Kids

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Plan it Together

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Talk to the Locals

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THE BEST THINGS THAT WE HAVE LEARNED AFTER 20 YEARS OF TRAVELING

Whilst our style of travel has evolved from solo travel to traveling as a couple and to now traveling as a family of four, there are some core travel habits that have served us well, and we continue to follow them to this day.

Make Travel a Priority

We’ve been able to travel overseas consistently over the past 20 years because we made travel one of our top priorities.

Spend More Time in Fewer Places

When you’re planning a trip, don’t try and go everywhere and do everything that’s a recipe for burnout and blowing your budget!

Don’t Expect Things to Be Like They Are at Home

If you want everything like it is at home, then what’s the point of going anywhere? Keep an open mind to learning and experiencing new things.

Travel Does Not Have to Stop Once You Have Kids

There are valuable benefits to traveling with kids. They force you to evolve your style of travel, and in my opinion, usually for the better.

Plan it Together

The best way to get your kids interested and excited is to have them involved in the travel planning process. Talk about: How many days will your trip be?

Talk to the Locals

Some of the best locals to talk to are those working behind the front desk in your hotel, or the bell boy. We always ask them for tips on where to eat, drink and explore.

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