A breakdown of real travel costs for families – accommodation, food, transport, and budgeting tips for long-term adventures.
Thinking of moving to or spending extended time in Southeast Asia with kids? We compare the real cost of living in Thailand vs Bali — from food and housing to transport, laundry, and toddler-friendly routines.
Thailand vs. Bali: Cost of Living Comparison (With a Toddler) Read More »
From bustling Istanbul to laid-back Antalya, here’s what we spent over three months living in Turkey—accommodation, food, transport and all. Plus, how we stuck to our budget and what surprised us along the way.
From Istanbul to Antalya: Comparing the Cost of Living in Turkey Read More »
Finding a long-term rental in Bulgaria wasn’t as simple as we’d hoped—but with some negotiation, flexibility, and local insights, we landed a beautiful mountain stay perfect for climbing and family life. Here’s how we did it.
Finding Long-Term Accommodation in Bulgaria: Tips from a Traveling Family Read More »
We weren’t sure if we’d need a car in Bulgaria—until we realized how hard it is to reach the mountains without one. Here’s our experience renting from EasyRent Bulgaria, with everything we learned (and wish we knew sooner).
Renting a Car in Bulgaria: What You Need to Know Read More »
Before committing to a long-term stay in Antalya, we spent time on the ground comparing Facebook rentals, local agents, and AirBnb options. Here’s what we learned and how we found a great deal.
Finding Accommodation in Antalya, Türkiye Read More »
Our holy grail baby travel gear — the non-negotiables that help us nap on the go, move through airports, and sleep well wherever we land. From blackout cot covers to compact travel fans, these are the must-have items we never travel without.
Must-Have Baby Travel Essentials: What We Never Travel Without Read More »
Our full rundown of hiring a car in Antalya, Türkiye — from getting a fair price and dealing with shady companies to insurance must-knows, baby seat dramas, and a review of our long-term rental experience.
Hiring a Car in Antalya, Turkiye – Our Long-Term Rental Experience Read More »
We’re about to head somewhere new and exciting — Turkey! It’s the furthest we’ve taken the baby from Australia so far, and next week we’ll be there. It got me thinking about how we find our long term accommodation. It’s nerve racking! I think we have been pretty lucky so far in finding good affordable
How to Find and Choose Long-Term Accommodation While Traveling with a Baby Read More »
What does long-term travel actually cost? We break down our biggest expenses — accommodation, food, and transport — using real numbers and stories from our time in Thailand, Bali, and Malaysia. Plus, our best tips for saving money while traveling with a baby.
What Does It Cost to Travel? Real Budget Breakdown for Thailand, Bali & Malaysia Read More »
One of our favourite parts of living in Antalya: the Friday Market. We share why it’s worth the trip, what we buy, how much it all costs, and tips for shopping here with a toddler.
Antalya Friday Market: Fresh, Affordable Produce in Turkiye Read More »