Starting to research 'round the world' flight options today, in between working from home and enjoying some sunshine down the park with Lexi (my 4 year-old). The flight options are mind-boggling, and I can see that planning a year off to go travelling the world with my family is going to take me some time... Continue Reading →
First Major Decision – When To Leave For A RTW Trip
Having decided that we are going to take a year away to travel the world as a family, we are now settling on July 2016 as our likely departure date. I would love to down tools and leave tomorrow, but there are some jobs that we need to get done first, the largest of which will... Continue Reading →
Where To Go On A Family Gap Year
In no particular order and not screened for practicalities at this stage – brainstorming with Anja: Canada – Vancouver / Vancouver Island / Whale Watching / Rockies to Calgary / USA – Seattle / San Diego / Yosemite / Grand Canyon / Yellowstone / Boston / New York / Hawaii Carribean – Cuba / Antigua... Continue Reading →
Potential Obstacles To Taking A Family Gap Year
Is It Realistic To Take A Year Away? Ok, so of course it sounds amazing to give up work for a year and go travelling with my family, but is it realistic: How will we fund this trip and how much will it cost? What will be the reaction of our family and friends? What... Continue Reading →
round the world with my family 