Taking On The World - Family Travel
May 2, 2019
Want to travel the world, but not sure how to do it with your kids? This family is sure to inspire your next around the world family travel adventure.
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Stories, itineraries, and hard-won advice from decades of building around-the-world trips.
The Family Travel Experience
April 25, 2019
There is nothing more meaningful for a family than shared experiences on the road. AirTreks travel planner of 20 years, Daniel Gamber, shares his family travel experiences on the blog.
One Family’s Travels Around The World
August 29, 2018
One woman embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with her three sons, traveling to 12 countries around the world.
This Single Mother Took Her Family Around the World
June 11, 2018
Rachel Chanthavisay sums the single mom travel experience up with a quote from her daughter… “The whole world is amazing! Can we go again?”
9 Wonderfully Obscure Long-Haul Flights
June 23, 2017
From Reykjavik, Iceland to Anchorage, Alaska, Shanghai to Tijuana, and beyond, here are some truly off-the-beaten-path long-haul flights to experience!
Around The World In 40 Days – A RTW40 Retrospective
October 4, 2016
I went around the world in 40 days. Now I’ ranking Iceland, Morocco, Dubai, Cambodia, Bali, New Zealand on food, value for the dollar, natural beauty, suitability for backpacking, and finally friendliness/overall impression.
New Zealand, Island of the Long White Cloud
September 28, 2016
My final RTW40 stop was in New Zealand, island of the long white cloud, mecca for the independent traveler, and most beautiful destination in the world.
Traveling To Bali, Vacation Island of the World
September 19, 2016
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the touristy side of Bali, so it’s important to get as far off the beaten path as possible. Here’s what you need to know.
Backpacking the Cambodian Delta
September 10, 2016
A 25 cent beer in hand, my one-eyed tuk-tuk driver blasts through the rainy streets of Phnom Penh…backpacking Cambodia is much like Thailand in the 80s.
Dubai is Twice As Nice Backpacking the World’s Richest City
September 5, 2016
In his latest entry for RTW40, our travel producer, Gil Gildner shares the surprisingly affordable side of Dubai, a Middle Eastern version of Las Vegas.
Summer In Morocco How To Survive The Heat
August 29, 2016
A week of a round-the-world trip spent backpacking Morocco, trekking from Marrakech to Merzouga to Fes to Casablanca.
Backpacking The Ring Road of Iceland – RTW40
August 25, 2016
Historically isolated from the world (now 4 hours direct from NYC) Iceland’s culture is distinct from the mainland, yet somehow as European as possible.
How To Budget A Backpacking Trip Around The World
August 17, 2016
Accommodation. Food. Beer. Flights. Here’s how to calculate your around the world travel budget, written as I backpack around the world in 40 days.
How To Pack Minimally On A Round-The-World Trip
August 11, 2016
How can you pack minimally for a trip around the world? I’m backpacking through seven different countries on five different continents in 40 days.
Around the World in 40 Days – RTW40
August 4, 2016
Travel isn’t just essential, it’s possible. That’s why I’m heading out on a 40-day trip around the world to share my budget, my stories, and my experience.
How to Travel With Kids
June 6, 2016
Family travel can be very safe. Ready to take the plunge? Get out there in the world with your kids using these strategies!
How To Fly Longhaul With A Baby
September 4, 2013
My babies have racked up more longhaul flights in their first year than some people do in a lifetime. Here are my top tips!
A Two-Week Southern Italy Itinerary, By Land
May 24, 2012
The best stops on a two-week overland itinerary across Southern Italy (think historic villages, Roman ruins, idyllic beaches, mountains, and volcanoes).
10 Essential Family Travel Resource Links
April 11, 2012
Some of the best advice and resources around for planning your big long-term family trip.
Flying with children need not be a nightmare
October 29, 2010
For a good flight experience with little ones, preparation is key. Jade Scully has the details on how to make sure flying with children goes smoothly.
10 Common Stops on an Around the World Ticket (and where you should go instead)
January 12, 2010
A list of not as well-traveled places you should see on your around the world ticket either in addition to or even in lieu of the more well known places.