In this special episode, the host records the podcast from Barcelona to share their experience as she and her son live in Barcelona for a month. Erika will discuss how she got the courage to make this move and how she is able to afford it. She’ll also explain how she is handling Hayden’s school, what she wished she knew before she arrived, and Hayden will share what he has learned during this adventure. If you are thinking about taking your kids abroad for more than just a vacation, or you are not convinced that kids benefit from traveling abroad, you won’t want to miss this episode. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

In this week’s podcast, I speak with Katelyn Stewart, a single mom from the U.S., who just returned from her first trip abroad with her 8-year-old son. Katelyn shares many international travel tips that first-time travelers are sure to want to hear. Listen as she talks about her experiences and why, despite these negative events, she wouldn’t trade her travel abroad experience for the world. Listen to Katelyn now on the @Planes, Trains, & Kids abroad travel podcast at www.bigworldpub.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Meet Lidia Aguirre, a single mom from Texas who was terrified to travel out of the country with her daughter. Hear how she overcame her fears to live in Mexico and Korea, how she approached her daughter’s father about her idea, great tips about living abroad, and so much more! This episode inspired the host to move to Barcelona with her son and I hope it inspires you to follow your dreams as well. You can hear more from Lidia at: www.youtube.com/c/lidiaexplores or find her on Instagram @lidia.exploresAlso, make sure to check out, Worldschoolers: Innovative Parents Turning Countries into Classrooms, for a great resource for parents looking to make the transition to worldschooling. It's available on Amazon. Lidia wrote chapter 17 and shared her story about how she learned to listen to herself and stop worrying about what others wanted her to do with her life. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

In this week’s podcast, I speak with Andreas as he shares why he doesn’t believe in the conventional school system. You’ll hear when his perspective changed, why it’s so important to let kids learn at their pace, and why we should let kids learn about what they are interested in learning. This episode will leave you questioning what is the best education for your children. You won't want to miss it!Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

If you have a friend in Europe, you often hear how many European countries they’ve traveled to because it’s so easy and cheap. Many Americans dream of being able to do this. What happens when you turn that dream into a reality? On this week’s podcast, we speak with Allison and hear how and why she and her family moved from New York to Portugal. She’ll speak about the cultural differences, how she and her husband could afford this move, provide tips for parents, and more. Listen to Allison now on the @Planes, Trains, & Kids abroad travel podcast at www.bigworldpub.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.You can find out more about Allison at www.renovatinglife.com.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Dax Hamman is a proud father to four girls and currently lives between the U.S. and England. When his girls were five and seven, they made a goal to travel to 30 countries by the age of 16 years old. They have now been to 40 countries. Listen as Dax shares fascinating stories including the time his daughters were almost eaten by a wild animal and the time he got stopped for smuggling his wife in the trunk of his car. You’ll also hear the struggles he’s faced traveling solo as a dad with his kids. Such an interesting conversation, and you won’t want to miss it!Dax is a Partner at HiveCast.fm. To find out more about Dax, go to https://dax.fyiBe sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Parents talk about how traveling abroad changed their child’s life, but what does the child think? Available this week, we’ll hear from Dan Santat and his latest memoir about the middle school trip to Europe that changed his life. Dan is not only a #1 New York Times best-selling author, but he’s a Caldecott winner, Author/Illustrator of over 100 titles, and the creator of the Disney animated hit The Replacements. You won’t want to miss this episode! Find out more about Dan at: https://dansantat.tumblr.com/Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

For any cruise lovers or anyone thinking of taking a cruise with their family, join me as Jennifer shares her cruising experiences with her family. Her son went on his first cruise when he was two years old, and now he’s just as addicted as his parents. Hear the resourceful ways Jennifer used to afford international travel, why cruising is great for the family, international travel tips, and more.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Kellie’s family had a goal to see most continents before the girls graduated high school. This resulted in travel to over 40 countries, two sabbaticals, and worldschooling. Listen as Kellie speaks about how her family made this happen, how the two sabbaticals impacted their family,  and talks about her new book, The Passport Project, written from the perspective of her daughters.For more information on Kellie’s book, go to: https://4wornpassports.com/the-passport-project-book/.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Have you ever felt as if you weren’t connecting with your kids or spouse and your life was becoming increasingly transactional? This is exactly how Sheila felt, but the amazing part is that she did something about it. From life in Chicago to a year in Brazil, listen as Sheila talks about the circumstances that led her family to take a gap year, how it changed her family, and life in Brazil. For further inspiration, Sheila talks about her book, Family Gap Year, where she speaks about her experience and shares what happens when you stop listening to society and start listening to your soul. Don’t forget to check out Sheila’s inspiring book at www.familygapyearbrazil.com and make sure to use the coupon code: KIDSABROAD  for a generous $5 off discount. Act now as this discount is only available through Nov 18, 2022.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Rich did not leave the US until he studied abroad, and it changed his life forever. Now, 20 years later, he is happily raising a family in Barcelona. Rich believes so strongly in the positive impact that studying abroad brings to students, he started Barcelona SAE, a study abroad and internship program. Understanding that studying abroad can be challenging, Rich also wrote a book, Like a Fish in Water: How to Grow Abroad When You Go Abroad, to help others acclimate to new cultures. Listen as Rich speaks about how studying abroad changed him, raising kids in Barcelona, and so much more.Check out Rich’s book at www.FishinWaterBook.com and if your child will be 18 soon, check out Barcelona SAE at www.BarcelonaSAE.com. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Courtney left the US to join the Peace Corps and help the people of Africa. She has now lived in Zambia for 18 years and is raising three children, ages 9, 5, and 2. Listen as Courtney speaks about life in Africa, how travel has changed her children, and why she doesn't believe it's a bad thing that it can be difficult when you travel with kids.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Eric has been to 100 countries and seven continents, and his kids have now been to about 60 countries. With Eric’s knowledge and experiences traveling around the world, there is a reason that Forbes named him the #4 Most Influential Travel Influencer. Listen as he talks about traveling with his kids when they were young vs. teenagers, the differences between traveling solo and traveling as a family, becoming a travel influencer, saving money on international family vacations, and so much more. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Paola was born in Brazil and has been living abroad since 2005. She has lived with her three kids, and Italian-born husband in Italy, Brazil, Canada, and the U.K., and she has taught her kids multiple languages along the way. Listen as she talks about cultural differences, what the experience has done for her kids, why she strongly encourages every family to live abroad, and much more about her overseas travel adventures. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

One parent is from the United States, the other is from Thailand. Together, they have raised their kids not only to embrace both cultures but to travel abroad to learn about new cultures. Listen as Arpakorn talks about life in Thailand, why it’s so important that her kids travel back to Thailand often, and how the different perspectives have affected their travel and overall outlook on life.   Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Have you ever wanted to live in another country and looked at travel bloggers with envy? Would you love to pick up and spend your life traveling, but with kids and responsibilities, it just seems impossible? On this episode, the host is joined by Lizz Quain. She’s been a digital nomad for six years and wordschooling her daughters since they were seven years old.  Listen as Liz discusses life as a digital nomad, explains wordschooling and unschooling, and shares how life as a digital nomad is more affordable than living in her home country.Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Traveling abroad with children is not for everyone, but the host hopes that by sharing her experiences, she'll inspire more families to travel abroad. Join the host as she gets personal with her friend Samantha about their family travel abroad experiences. Their situations are very different, but they have a love for overseas travel adventures and learning about cultures in common. Listen as they chat about their preferred methods of travel, how they afford to travel, their favorite memories with their children abroad, and more. Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Joy is an inspiration to so many single moms. It’s difficult enough being a single mom, but when you add on school and traveling the world with a limited budget, it’s remarkable how she does it all. Join us as Joy provides international travel tips, explains how family travel abroad changed once she got divorced, and explains how she plans affordable international vacations. Don’t miss a special bonus when I am joined by Wilson, Joy’s nine-year-old son, as he explains why parents should travel abroad with their children. I think you’ll finish this episode with a smile…I know I did! Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

Ben and Meghann love to travel around the world. So far, they have been to nine countries with their children. The tricky part is how they manage to do this with six children. So why do they do it? Quality family time is a big reason, but they also want their kids to learn about cultures and have memories to share with each other. Join us as Ben and Meghann talk about how they’re able to have affordable international vacations, provide international travel tips, and explain why they think family travel abroad is so important. With six children, they know what it’s like to bring children on overseas travel adventures!    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life. The digital pop-up of both 3D creations and real-life video footage helps readers to fully experience what they are learning about in the book. Don't miss this adventure!Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/ To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/