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Worldschooling Q&A Podcast

Astrid Vinje

🎒 Worldschooling Q&A
Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter
🌍 New episodes every week

Curious about worldschooling? So were we—until we packed up our lives and spent four years traveling full-time with our kids across six continents and 18+ countries.

Each week on the Worldschooling Q&A podcast, we answer one question about life, learning, and parenting on the road. From logistics and education to family dynamics and cultural immersion, we bring you honest, practical insights from our own journey as a worldschooling family.

Whether you’re just dreaming or deep in your own global adventure, this worldschooling podcast is your go-to space for inspiration, answers, and connection.

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👉 Full show notes, transcripts, and resources: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast

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  • S1 · E45
    Wednesday · 28 min

    Episode 45: How Do You Find Worldschooling Communities?

    Episode Title: Episode 45: How Do You Find Worldschooling Communities? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week Astrid and Clint tackle one of the most common worldschooling questions: how do you actually find worldschooling communities on the road? They walk through the best Facebook groups for getting started, including Project World School, World-Schooling Central, Trailblazing Families, and Astrid's own Responsible Family Travel group, and explain why there's no single master index of resources - the landscape simply changes too fast. This one's for any family wondering how to break into the worldschooling community without feeling lost. The back half covers specific hubs and pop-up communities, from Anahata in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, where the family lived for a stretch, to Forever Wild, The Hive, and Deliberate Detour. They share concrete details on program lengths, structure, and what to ask a host before committing, and close with an important reminder: hubs are a great on-ramp into worldschooling, but they're not the only, or even the original, way to do it. (Intro clip sourced from 15:50 - a moment later in the episode where Clint talks about weighing structure against unschooling flexibility when choosing a hub) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:18 – Astrid's Welcome: This Is World Schooling Q&A 00:01:02 – Today's Question: How Can We Find World Schooling Groups or Meetups? 00:01:28 – Where to Start: Finding World Schooling Resources 00:02:19 – Facebook Groups: Project World School, World-Schooling Central & More 00:05:50 – Anahata: A World Schooling Community in Mexico 00:08:58 – World School Pop-Up Hubs 00:14:49 – Forever Wild: Hubs in Southeast Asia & Africa 00:15:50 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Structure vs. Unschooling in Hubs 00:17:33 – The Hive & Deliberate Detour: Structured, Immersive Programs 00:21:05 – World Schooling Isn't Just About Hubs 00:27:32 – Outro & Sign-Off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-45-worldschooling-communities/

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  • S1 · E44
    August 19 · 16 min

    Episode 44: What Are Tips For Making Friends While Traveling?

    Episode Title: Episode 44: What Are Tips For Making Friends While Traveling? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week Astrid and Clint tackle one of the questions they hear most from other worldschooling parents: how do you make sure your kids keep their friendships and social skills while traveling full-time? They break it into two parts - keeping up with friends back home and making new ones on the road. For old friendships, they share what actually worked for their family: kid-safe messaging apps like Facebook Messenger for Kids, Marco Polo video messages, virtual play dates over Zoom paired with Minecraft, gaming together across time zones, and writing physical letters that get photographed and emailed to parents. They also talk about inviting friends to travel and meet up in person, including a memorable week spent at neighboring homestays in Bali with another family. Making new friends abroad was often harder, since local families tend to be more settled while traveling families are more transient - but Astrid and Clint found real connection through other worldschooling families, meetups, and Facebook groups, plus lower-stakes wins like local classes, park time, and playground games that let kids jump into play with almost no language barrier. They close out with a favorite tool for staying close to loved ones from afar: the Aura digital picture frame, which lets family members share photos back and forth automatically. (Intro clip sourced from 12:53 - the segment where Clint introduces the Aura digital picture frame as a way to stay connected with family and friends.) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:18 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:03 – Today's Question: How Do Kids Maintain Friendships and Social Skills While Traveling? 00:02:50 – Staying in Touch: Messaging Apps and Video Messages 00:04:05 – Virtual Play Dates, Gaming, and Time Zone Challenges 00:05:33 – Planning Meetups with Friends from Home 00:06:43 – Writing Letters to Friends Back Home 00:08:18 – Why Making Local Friends Can Be Hard on the Road 00:09:00 – Skipping the Small Talk: Fast, Deep Friendships 00:11:00 – Classes, Parks, and Playground Games for New Friends 00:12:53 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: The Aura Digital Picture Frame 00:15:02 – Wrapping Up and Where to Find More 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-44-making-friends-while-traveling/

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  • S1 · E43
    August 12 · 22 min

    Episode 43: What Are The Emotional Benefits of Travel For Kids?

    Episode Title: Episode 43: What Are The Emotional Benefits of Travel For Kids? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week Astrid and Clint dig into what it actually means to raise emotionally secure kids on the road, breaking it down into three pieces: stability, safety, and confidence. They talk about how sticking to small routines, like their go-to "egg in the nest" breakfast, shared family mealtimes, and hauling a giant world map to tack up on the wall of every new place, helps kids feel grounded even when the location keeps changing. It's a great listen for any traveling or worldschooling parent wondering how to help their kids process constant change without losing their sense of home. They also share concrete ways they've built their kids' confidence and independence, from encouraging them to order food in the local language, to letting them navigate the airport gate on their own, to sending them on solo errands to the corner store in Bali or the grocery store in Spain. Astrid opens up about her personal mission to raise confident solo travelers, especially her daughter, and why she wants girls in particular to grow up unafraid of exploring the world on their own. (Intro clip sourced from 04:36 - the moment Astrid and Clint talk about "egg in the nest," their go-to travel breakfast that inspired a family song.) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:24 – Astrid's Welcome: "This Is Worldschooling Q&A" 00:00:55 – Today's Question: How Do We Help Kids Feel Emotionally Secure While Traveling? 00:01:19 – What "Emotional Security" Means on the Road 00:03:16 – Routines That Travel With You: Meals and Bedtime Stories 00:04:36 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Egg in the Nest, Our Travel Breakfast Tradition 00:05:11 – A World Map on the Wall: Making Any Space Feel Like Home 00:07:54 – Physical Safety vs. Emotional Safety While Traveling 00:11:14 – Ordering in the Local Language to Build Confidence 00:12:36 – Airports, Solo Travel, and Raising Confident Girls 00:17:19 – Real Independence: Errands in Bali, Spain, and Indonesia 00:20:45 – Wrapping Up and Where to Find More 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-43-emotional-benefits-of-travel/

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  • S1 · E42
    August 5 · 19 min

    Episode 42: What Are Tips For Traveling With Your Partner?

    Episode Title: Episode 42: What Are Tips For Traveling With Your Partner? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week Astrid and Clint get personal, tackling a question every traveling couple eventually runs into: how do you keep the romance alive when you're together 24/7 and constantly managing kids and logistics? They talk honestly about how the relationship between the two adults is often the first thing to get deprioritized on the road, and they share the small, practical ways they've protected it, from letting the kids sit at their own table in Japanese cafes to booking two separate hotel rooms just to carve out "their time" together. They also dig into how living alongside other world schooling families opens the door to babysitting swaps, "porch nights," and grown-up pool parties, and why communicating your romantic needs matters even more when you're sharing every square foot of a trip. It's a candid, PG-plus conversation (with one especially funny mid-episode interruption from their son) about making space for the couple inside the family. (Intro clip sourced from 13:07 - Astrid and Clint talking about how grown-up hangouts with other traveling families naturally turn into conversations about romance with your partner) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:15 – Astrid Welcomes Listeners to World Schooling Q&A 00:01:05 – Today's Question: Making Time for Romantic Connections While Traveling 00:02:19 – Why Romantic Connection Easily Gets Deprioritized While Traveling 00:06:17 – Mini Dates: Botanical Gardens, Spanish Streets, and Kid Tables at Cafes 00:07:19 – Sneaking Away for a Pub Drink in the UK 00:07:55 – Morning Coffee, Workouts, and Booking Two Separate Rooms 00:09:23 – Community Living and Trading Babysitting with Other Families 00:11:53 – Porch Nights and Grown-Up Pool Parties 00:13:07 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Grown-Up Conversations Leading to Romance Talk 00:13:37 – Logistics: Separate Rooms, Soundproofing, and Communicating Needs 00:17:38 – Outro and Sign-Off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-42-traveling-with-your-partner

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  • S1 · E41
    July 29 · 31 min

    Episode 41: How Do You Balance Mental Health And Travel?

    Episode Title: Episode 41: How Do You Balance Mental Health And Travel? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week Astrid and Clint dig into a question every prospective worldschooling family should sit with: what does long-term travel actually do to you emotionally and mentally? They admit they planned their 2018-2022 trip down to the logistics but completely overlooked the emotional side, until a dinner with another gap-year family who'd focused entirely on that piece opened their eyes. Mental health and travel is just as important as logistical planning. From there they walk through the real stuff: unpredictable travel snags, the stress of keeping everyone's chargers and headphones working, being together 24/7, and missing home. Astrid also goes over the "cultural adjustment cycle" (honeymoon, rejection, acceptance, integration) that families cycle through again and again, even when they stop traveling. The worldschooling podcast episode then covers concrete mental health and travel strategies that helped: naming feelings and practicing forgiveness, building buffer into travel plans, checking bags to lower stress instead of fighting for overhead space, letting the kids bring comfort items like stuffed animals or a Hot Wheels track, and actually asking their kids what stressed them out (like rushing straight from the airport to sightseeing) and adjusting the schedule in response. It's a candid, practical episode for any family weighing how to balance mental health and travel while worldschooling. (Intro clip sourced from 03:27 - a moment later in the conversation where Astrid talks about needing to balance careful planning with acknowledging the emotional side of travel.) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:08 – Astrid's Welcome: This Is Worldschooling Q&A 00:00:45 – Today's Question: Mental & Emotional Challenges of Full-Time Travel 00:01:12 – The Stress We Didn't Plan For 00:03:27 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Balancing Organization and Emotion 00:03:54 – Everyday Travel Stress: Unpredictability, Logistics, and Gear 00:08:51 – 24/7 Togetherness and the Family Cultural Adjustment Cycle 00:14:19 – Isolation, Community, and Social Rhythms 00:17:29 – Emotional Baggage, Identity, and Therapy on the Road 00:21:33 – Advice: Communication, Forgiveness, and Building in Buffer 00:24:30 – Real Talk From the Kids: Adjusting Travel Habits 00:29:56 – Outro & Sign-Off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-41-mental-health-and-travel

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  • S1 · E40
    July 22 · 40 min

    Episode 40: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Japan?

    Episode Title: Episode 40: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Japan? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint wrap up their country deep-dive series with a look at worldschooling in Japan, the final stop after covering places like Italy and Vietnam. They walk through what it took to plan a shorter, two-week trip through Tokyo and Kyoto. Topics include navigating the bullet train and taxi apps, as well as budgeting for a country that leans more cash-based than expected. They also dig into the details that make Japan a rewarding, and different, kind of worldschooling destination: learning queueing and quiet-space etiquette, eating at noodle bars and convenience stores, taking part in a matcha tea ceremony and a sumo stable visit, and easing their kids into their first onsen and sento bathhouse experiences. (Intro clip sourced from 06:45 - Astrid describing the bare-bones, bunk-bed hotel rooms they found while searching for family lodging in Japan.) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:05 – Astrid's Worldschooling Q&A welcome 00:00:45 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in Japan? 00:01:11 – Flying into Tokyo and getting around by bullet train and metro 00:03:10 – Language barriers and learning key Japanese phrases 00:04:45 – Cash culture, currency, and affordability in Japan 00:06:45 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Finding bunk-bed lodging for a family of four 00:08:20 – Japanese etiquette: queueing, quiet spaces, and trash 00:11:21 – Noodle bars, convenience stores, and Kyoto's food markets 00:18:40 – Tea ceremony, sumo stables, and shrine visits 00:28:23 – Onsen and sento bathhouse culture 00:39:16 – Outro and sign-off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-40-worldschooling-in-japan

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  • S1 · E39
    July 15 · 33 min

    Episode 39: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Spain?

    Episode Title: Episode 39: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Spain? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This episode continues Astrid and Clint's country deep dive series with a look at worldschooling in Spain, and it's especially useful for families weighing a stay in a Schengen country for the first time. They cover the logistics that matter most: the 90 day Schengen visa rule, the differences between the Latin American Spanish they'd learned in Mexico and the Spanish spoken in Spain, and why it helps to carry both cash and credit card. They also share practical notes on renting a car and navigating the narrow streets and elevator style parking garages common in older towns like Cadiz and Cordoba. Astrid and Clint spent three months in La Herradura, a small town in Andalusia near Malaga, and much of the conversation centers on what made that stretch of Spain so rich for learning. They describe a family history unit study that paired books about the Phoenicians, Romans, and Moors with visits to a Roman bridge, an old salt works, and the Alhambra, along with an honest conversation with their kids about the Colombian Exchange and the history behind flamenco. They also talk through Spain's late dinner hours, the tradition of sobre mesa, and how connecting with a local worldschooling hub helped them find housing, a produce farmer, and other traveling families. (Intro clip sourced from 6:36 - the moment Astrid describes driving a car into an elevator that lowers it down to an underground parking garage.) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:20 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:00:55 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in Spain? 00:02:13 – Visa, language, and money basics for Spain 00:06:36 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: driving and parking garages in southern Spain 00:07:16 – Tapas culture and the magic of sobremesa 00:11:40 – Why dinner doesn't start until 9pm 00:15:18 – Exploring Andalusia's cities and spaghetti western movie sets 00:17:01 – A family history unit study on Phoenicians, Romans, and Moors 00:21:56 – Flamenco, the Romani people, and the Colombian Exchange 00:26:46 – Food, farm boxes, and finding a worldschooling hub 00:32:28 – Closing thoughts and sign-off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-39-worldschooling-in-spain

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  • S1 · E37
    July 6 · 30 min

    Episode 37: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the United States?

    Episode Title: Episode 37: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the United States? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint tackle a question that comes up more than you might expect: how do you worldschool in your own backyard? As part of their ongoing country deep dives, they explore what it actually looks and feels like to worldschool across the United States, drawing from years of family road trips that started well before their four-year international adventure. From practical logistics like visas, currency, getting around, and the real cost of healthcare, to the highlights that make the US genuinely worth slow traveling, Astrid and Clint make the case for approaching the United States the way you would any other destination. They talk through the country's incredible landscape diversity, its immigrant communities and food culture, its national and state parks, and the worldschooling potential packed into cities like New York, Washington DC, and Seattle. Whether you are a US-based family looking at your own country with fresh eyes, or an international family planning a visit, this episode gives you a grounded, honest starting point. (Intro clip sourced from 12:30 - Astrid jokes "I'm just kidding, we actually love the United States" after a candid rundown of the country's healthcare costs) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:06 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:20 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in the United States? 00:01:46 – Road trips as a worldschooling tradition 00:03:40 – Visas and entry requirements for international visitors 00:06:08 – Currency and the cost of traveling in the US 00:07:00 – Getting around: road trips, trains, buses, and ferries 00:10:39 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Healthcare costs and travel insurance in the US 00:12:42 – Highlights: landscape diversity and national parks 00:15:25 – Cities worth worldschooling in across the US 00:23:23 – Immigrant communities, food culture, and learning through New York City 00:26:53 – Outro and closing CTA 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-37-worldschooling-in-the-united-states

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  • S1 · E38
    June 17 · 37 min

    Episode 38: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the United Kingdom?

    Episode Title: Episode 38: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the United Kingdom? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter The UK might not be the first destination that comes to mind for worldschooling families, but Astrid and Clint make a strong case for why it absolutely should be. In this episode, they walk through the practical side of traveling through England and Scotland, including visa considerations, getting around on the left side of the road, navigating a nearly cashless society, and what to expect from pub culture when you arrive with kids in tow. Beyond logistics, the conversation turns to what makes the UK such a rich place to learn. From living history museums in Birmingham and the layers of the British Museum, to stumbling on castle ruins mid-hike in Scotland, to tracing the roots of American culture back to British traditions, Astrid and Clint share how their family found meaning, connection, and a few surprising moments of joy in a place that felt both foreign and familiar at the same time. (Intro clip sourced from 11:18 - Astrid recounts asking a house-sitting host whether kids were allowed in pubs, and getting a very puzzled look in response) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:09 – This is Worldschooling Q&A: meet Astrid and Clint 00:00:54 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in the United Kingdom? 00:01:08 – Why the UK became one of their favorite destinations 00:02:44 – Visas, the British pound, and going cashless 00:07:08 – Getting around: the Underground, driving on the left, and public footpaths 00:11:07 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: kids in pubs and the pub culture surprise 00:14:15 – Highlights for worldschooling families: landscapes, castles, and living history 00:19:33 – Reappreciating home by seeing the world, and British roots in American culture 00:22:45 – The depth of British history and what it feels like to walk through it 00:24:37 – Food, fish and chips, Sunday roast, afternoon tea, and cities worth visiting 00:36:03 – Closing thoughts and outro 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-38-worldschooling-in-the-united-kingdom

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  • S1 · E36
    June 3 · 32 min

    Episode 36: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Vietnam?

    Episode Title: Episode 36: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Vietnam? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter This week, Astrid and Clint dive into one of the most memorable stops in their four years of full-time worldschooling: Vietnam. With a candid heads-up that their time there overlapped with the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, they share what it was actually like to arrive in Hanoi in February 2020, explore the country for three months, and eventually scramble to find a flight home. Their honest, grounded account covers logistics like visas, transportation, currency, and internet access, alongside deeper observations about Vietnam's communist government, its street-level entrepreneurial culture, and the challenges of navigating a tonal language with zero proficiency. The episode is packed with practical worldschooling angles, from boat tours through Ha Long Bay and bike tours in Ninh Binh to food tours in the old quarter that open the door to dishes like Bun Cha Hanoi and egg coffee. Astrid and Clint also reflect on what they noticed about community and cafe culture in Hanoi, how the pandemic made that vibrant street life suddenly invisible, and what a worldschooling family visiting Vietnam today should prioritize. If Vietnam is on your family's list, this episode is a solid, real-talk starting point. (Intro clip sourced from 6:55 - Astrid recounts trying to learn Vietnamese from YouTube videos and confusing the tea seller in front of their Airbnb) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:28 – This is Worldschooling Q&A: welcome and show intro 00:00:56 – Today's question: how do I worldschool in Vietnam? 00:02:22 – Getting there: flights, visas, and logistics 00:03:33 – Government, culture, and working remotely in Vietnam 00:05:58 – Currency, affordability, and the Vietnamese language 00:06:55 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: trying (and failing) to learn Vietnamese 00:09:25 – Getting around: Grab and transportation options 00:09:45 – Highlights: Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, and Hanoi's old quarter 00:17:28 – Cafe culture, community life, and the pandemic contrast 00:20:25 – Food: egg coffee, Bun Cha Hanoi, food tours, and what to know 00:30:34 – Outro and closing 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-36-worldschooling-in-vietnam

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  • S1 · E35
    May 20 · 32 min

    Episode 35: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the Philippines?

    Episode Title: Episode 35: How Do I Do Worldschooling in the Philippines? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter In this episode, Astrid and Clint answer the question: how do I worldschool in the Philippines? Clint brings a personal connection to this one, having grown up in a Filipino family and visited the country both as a family trip and as worldschoolers. Together they walk through the practical side of traveling there, from navigating island hopping via ferry and riding jeepneys, to understanding the internet situation and visa basics, while being honest about what worked and what was trickier than expected. The conversation also covers worldschooling highlights across Luzon and Palawan, including the subterranean river UNESCO site, the Japanese Botanical Gardens, and the military history museum in Puerto Princesa that offered a Pacific-centered perspective on World War II. They close with a candid take on food diversity and dietary considerations, and a clear recommendation for families: go for the nature. (Intro clip sourced from 0:00 - Clint shares a lighthearted aside about Filipino family stereotypes before the main episode begins) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:14 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:00:44 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in the Philippines? 00:01:06 – Geography, history, and getting oriented 00:02:17 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Clint's personal Filipino family connection 00:04:45 – Getting around: ferries, jeepneys, and tricycles 00:10:01 – Internet, sim cards, and working remotely 00:13:55 – Travel highlights: road tripping Luzon 00:18:18 – Palawan, the subterranean river, and nature 00:19:33 – History museums and a Pacific view of World War Two 00:24:11 – Food culture and dietary considerations 00:31:01 – Closing thoughts and sign-off 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-35-worldschooling-in-the-philippines

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    May 13 · 25 min

    Episode 34: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Singapore?

    Episode Title: Episode 34: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Singapore? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter In this episode, Astrid and Clint dig into one of their favorite stops in Southeast Asia: Singapore. They break down what makes this compact city-state such a compelling destination for worldschooling families, covering logistics like currency, transit, and safety alongside the cultural and educational highlights that make Singapore worth the higher price tag. From hawker centers packed with Chinese, Indian, and Malay cuisines to the eco-forward Super Trees at Gardens by the Bay, Astrid and Clint share honest tips on how long to stay, how to stretch your budget, and how to use Singapore as a gateway into the rest of Asia. They also open up a meaningful conversation about wealth inequality and the invisible workforce that keeps the city running, a teachable moment families can have with their kids on the road. (Intro clip sourced from 4:49 - Clint describes Singapore as a city-state, noting it is very small for a country, which Astrid immediately corrects with a laugh) 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:16 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:06 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in Singapore? 00:01:34 – Singapore overview: city-state, location, and Changi Airport 00:04:07 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Singapore as city-state, size, and cost of living 00:08:09 – Cultural diversity: Chinese, Malay, Indian communities and colonial history 00:09:53 – Currency, getting around, and navigating neighborhoods 00:12:09 – Weather, heat safety, and practical logistics 00:15:08 – Highlights: hawker centers and Singapore as a gateway to Asia 00:17:06 – Eco highlights: Super Trees and sustainability at Gardens by the Bay 00:18:34 – Wealth, inequality, and talking to your kids about privilege 00:24:09 – Outro and closing 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-34-worldschooling-in-singapore

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    May 6 · 45 min

    Episode 33: How Do We Do Worldschooling In Bali?

    Episode Title: Episode 33: How Do We Do Worldschooling In Bali? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 2:43 - Astrid and Clint comparing the size of Bali to Delaware while discussing the island's geography) Worldschooling in Bali is a topic that comes up often among worldschooling families, and in this episode of the family learning podcast, Astrid and Clint break down what it actually takes to experience the island thoughtfully. From navigating the notoriously bad traffic between Canggu and Ubud to understanding Bali's unique Hindu culture and the Tri Hita Karana philosophy that shapes daily Balinese life, this episode helps families move beyond surface-level tourism and into a deeper experience of the island. Astrid and Clint also share honest observations about overtourism, the gentrification of neighborhoods, like in Ubud, and how to engage with local economies and communities in a responsible way. The episode tours Bali region by region, from the quiet northern village of Amed with its WWII shipwreck snorkeling and black sand beaches, to the cultural richness of Ubud's temples and family compound homestays, to the beaches and surf towns of the south. For families committed to learning while traveling, the episode provides practical tips on food, budgeting, scooter logistics, and standout experiences like the Kecak fire dance, Trash Hero beach cleanups, and a coral conservation escape room near Sanur. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:21 – Worldschooling Q&A intro sequence 00:01:07 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in Bali? 00:01:13 – Bali basics: geography, airports, and traffic realities 00:02:43 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Comparing Bali's size to Delaware 00:07:31 – Responsible travel in Bali: culture, overtourism, and tourist behavior 00:09:26 – Getting around: scooters, religion, and food logistics 00:18:24 – Key highlight: Amed, diving, and the WWII shipwreck 00:21:33 – Key highlight: Ubud, Balinese Hinduism, and Tri Hita Karana 00:26:34 – Homestays, local family compounds, and supporting local businesses 00:29:34 – The challenges of Ubud: gentrification, crowds, and yoga retreats 00:34:54 – Southern Bali: beaches, coral conservation, Kecak dance, and bars 00:43:45 – Outro and closing CTA 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-33-worldschooling-in-bali

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    April 29 · 37 min

    Episode 32: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Indonesia?

    Episode Title: Episode 32: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Indonesia? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 17:07 — Clint describing how to cross a street in Jakarta: commit, own it, and traffic will slow down or go around you — but no one will stop preemptively) In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint dive into one of our favorite topics: worldschooling in Indonesia. Indonesia and Mexico are the two countries we have returned to more than anywhere else, and as a family that has spent significant time traveling with kids in Indonesia, we wanted to give this country the deep dive it deserves. From navigating Jakarta's notorious traffic to learning a few key Indonesian phrases, understanding the country's religious culture, and deciding which islands to explore, there is a lot to cover. Indonesia is one of those places that gets under your skin, and we believe most families who visit only scratch the surface by sticking to Bali. In this episode, we break down the practical side of family travel in Indonesia: getting around, managing cash and currency, understanding cultural norms and safety, and the highlights that make this country such a meaningful destination for worldschooling families. We also share what makes Jakarta and Jogjakarta two of the most rewarding stops for families looking for educational travel in Asia, with rich opportunities for cultural learning that you simply cannot find in a classroom. Whether you are planning your first trip or considering a longer stay, this episode is packed with tips to help you travel responsibly and make the most of your experience. This is also part one of a two-part series: next episode, we go deep on Bali. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:23 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:24 – Today's Question: How Do I World School in Indonesia? 00:01:58 – Getting to Indonesia & Around Jakarta: Airports, Traffic & Ride-Sharing 00:05:51 – Language, Currency & Cash 00:09:18 – Religion: Islam, the Call to Prayer & a Welcoming Culture 00:12:54 – Safety: LGBTQ+, Drug Laws, Conservatism & Dress 00:17:07 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: No Sidewalks, Street Crossings & Street Food 00:20:40 – Jakarta Highlights: Dutch Colonial History & Cultural Pride 00:25:14 – Nature & Wildlife: Orangutans, Komodo Dragons & Island Gems 00:27:16 – Jogjakarta: Borobudur, the Arts, Batik & Getting Between Islands 00:35:54 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-32-worldschooling-in-indonesia

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    April 22 · 23 min

    Episode 31: How Do We Do Worldschooling in France?

    Episode Title: Episode 31: How Do We Do Worldschooling in France? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 17:06 — Clint describing the day they were in Paris during a record-breaking heat wave: the equivalent of 120°F, with no air conditioning anywhere) France may not have been a perfect trip — Paris in July turned out to be one of the hottest weeks on record there — but it was still full of the kinds of moments worldschooling families live for. Astrid and Clint cover the logistics of a month-long stay (Schengen rules, easy driving, a mix of house-sitting and Airbnbs), then move into the highlights they actually loved: castles dotting the countryside, a visit to Versailles that became a conversation about wealth and the French Revolution, wandering the medieval walled town of Pérouges, and a few days in Chamonix with views of Mont Blanc. Lyon gets its own section — and deserves it. Astrid and Clint make the case for it as an underrated base for worldschooling families, with a strong museum scene (the Confluence science museum, a puppet museum, a miniature model of the city), and the ancient riverside quarter of Vieux-Lyon. Paris, despite the circumstances, still offered the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and one of the first immersive art experiences they'd ever seen — a Hokusai and Van Gogh projection show that predated the trend. They're candid that they want to give the city another chance, and reflective about not having had the time to explore Paris's postcolonial immigrant communities the way they did in Spain and the UK. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:20 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:25 – Today's Question: How Do I World School in France? 00:01:39 – France Overview: Size, Geography & Getting There 00:02:09 – Logistics: Schengen Zone, Language & Getting Around 00:04:32 – Lodging, Money & Safety 00:07:26 – Castles, History & the Palace of Versailles 00:10:04 – Medieval Towns: Walking Through Pérouges 00:12:35 – Nature: French Alps, Chamonix & a Dormant Volcano 00:13:38 – Lyon: Underrated Museums, Vieux-Lyon & Slow Travel Done Right 00:17:06 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Paris in July & the Hottest Day in History 00:21:47 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-31-worldschooling-in-france

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    April 15 · 27 min

    Episode 30: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Italy?

    Episode Title: Episode 30: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Italy? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 12:38 — Astrid and Clint describing the 600-year-old farmhouse near Parma, complete with a pizza oven, champagne grapes, and a stone cottage kitchen) Italy might just be the most approachable European destination for worldschooling families — and in this episode, Astrid and Clint make the case for why. They answer the question: how do I world school in Italy? They start with the logistics. Italy is larger and more geographically diverse than most people expect: the Italian Alps in the north are a different world from the Mediterranean south. Astrid and Clint flew into Rome and traveled north, spending the heart of their trip in the Parma countryside. They cover Schengen zone rules (90 days in, 90 out), the ease of entry for US and Canadian passport holders, how much English is spoken, and why a little Spanish can go a long way. On getting around: they praise driving in Italy — same side of the road as the US, beautiful scenery, very similar traffic laws — while flagging the need to watch speed limits and pedestrian-only zones. Trains and discount buses are options, though Astrid shares a hard-won lesson about a seven-hour highway layover on a budget coach. The centerpiece of the episode is their time in the Parma region — and it's a compelling argument for basing a family outside the major tourist cities. They rented a 600-year-old stone farmhouse with vineyards, a pizza oven, and champagne grapes growing in the pergola, for roughly $1,100 USD per month. From there, they explored a remarkable series of small food museums — dedicated to ham, cheese, sausage, tomatoes, wine, and more — each in a different village within about 20 miles. The cheese museum led them to visit a working Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy, where they watched the full cheese-making process from milk to massive aging wheels. Astrid notes they prepped the kids by watching a TED-Ed video on cheese-making beforehand, giving them context that made the visit land. History and art are woven throughout the episode. Clint, a former art major, describes the Sistine Chapel and the Hall of Statues in Rome with genuine awe. They recommend the double-decker bus tour as an underrated way to get oriented in a new city — low-key, relaxing, and great for kids. In Venice, they used Macco Tours for a kid-friendly scavenger hunt centered on the Doge's Palace, a format that kept the kids engaged while still delivering real historical content. And Milan earns its own mention as an architectural beauty — though Clint admits with some regret that Florence, just a short drive from where they were staying, didn't make the itinerary this trip. The episode also touches on a few harder moments. Italy was the first country in their travels where Astrid experienced overt racial hostility — men making mocking remarks on the street directed at her as an Indonesian woman. Clint and Astrid address it honestly: it was jarring, it was real, and it would not have happened to a white traveler. They note that immigration politics in certain parts of Italy — particularly attitudes toward Filipino and Southeast Asian communities — provided some context, though it doesn't overshadow what was otherwise an extraordinary trip. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:21 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:15 – Today's Question: How Do I World School in Italy? 00:01:38 – Italy Overview: Size, Geography & Diversity 00:03:46 – Logistics: Visas, Language & Getting Around 00:08:55 – Lodging: Farmhouses, Airbnbs & Agriturismo 00:12:38 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: The 600-Year-Old Farmhouse Near Parma 00:14:38 – Food Culture: Parma Region, Museums & Making Pasta 00:19:48 – History & Art: Rome, the Sistine Chapel & Venice 00:22:48 – Museums, Milan & Volandia 00:24:37 – The Italian Alps & Trento 00:26:24 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-30-worldschooling-in-italy

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    April 8 · 16 min

    Episode 29: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Costa Rica?

    Episode Title: Episode 29: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Costa Rica? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 9:43 — Clint defending the wildlife sightings in Manuel Antonio after Astrid's raccoon joke) Costa Rica holds a special place in the worldschooling journey of Astrid and Clint — it was their honeymoon destination in 2009, and they returned years later with their kids. In this episode, they answer the question: how do I world school in Costa Rica? They open with what makes the country exceptional: though small, Costa Rica contains roughly 20% of the world's biodiversity, making ecotourism its defining draw. Clint and Astrid run through the logistics — flying into San Jose, the surprising prevalence of English over Spanish (especially compared to Mexico), getting around by bus, rental car, or private shuttle, and what to know about the cash-heavy economy, US dollar acceptance, and the spotty internet that often surprises digital nomads who choose it as a base. The highlights section comes alive with personal stories from the two regions they know best: Manuel Antonio and La Fortuna. In Manuel Antonio National Park, they describe beautiful beaches, boardwalk-style hiking trails, and extraordinary wildlife sightings — sloths, monkeys, and more. A return visit where they hired a local guide named Eli transformed a nature walk into an interactive wildlife classroom: he spotted animals the family never would have found on their own, brought a telescope to get the kids up close, and ran animal trivia that turned creature superpowers into learning moments for their Wild Kratts-obsessed kids. In La Fortuna, a guided tour to the Arenal volcano and a soak in the hot springs gave the family a completely different dimension of the country's natural world. Astrid and Clint also reflect honestly on what Costa Rica offers culturally — and what it doesn't. Spanish colonialism has diminished much of the indigenous presence, though a museum in San Jose provided some historical grounding. The episode closes with a candid safety conversation: petty theft is a more visible issue here than in Mexico, and arriving prepared at the San Jose airport — knowing your ride before you land — can save the whole family a lot of stress. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:07 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:00:59 – Today's Question: How Do I World School in Costa Rica? 00:01:13 – Costa Rica Overview: Size, Biodiversity & Ecotourism 00:03:18 – Getting Around: Transport, Currency & the Digital Nomad Hub 00:06:33 – Nature Highlights & Manuel Antonio National Park 00:08:12 – Hiring a Local Guide: Wildlife You'd Otherwise Miss 00:09:43 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: More Than Just a Raccoon 00:10:03 – La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs 00:10:31 – Culture, Diversity & Indigenous History 00:11:50 – Safety, Petty Theft & Arriving in San Jose 00:14:33 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-29-worldschooling-in-costa-rica

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    April 1 · 21 min

    Episode 28: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Mexico?

    Episode Title: Episode 28: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Mexico? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter (Intro clip sourced from 3:32 — Astrid describing how Mexico became a country their family keeps returning to, year after year, even after long stretches elsewhere) Mexico holds a special place in the worldschooling journey of The Wandering Daughter family — it's the country where they started their full-time travels, and the one they keep finding reasons to come back to. In this episode, Astrid and Clint answer the question: how do I world school in Mexico? They start with the practical: why Mexico is one of the most accessible destinations for families from the US and Canada, from six-month tourist visas to a strong domestic transport network including buses, flights, and a newly opened train through the Yucatán Peninsula. They also cover cash-based logistics and the importance of at least basic Spanish once you're outside tourist zones. But this episode quickly becomes a masterclass in just how much Mexico has to offer curious learners of every age. From the layered histories of the Maya, Aztec, and Zapotec civilizations to the lasting imprint of Spanish colonialism, Mexico invites deep exploration at every turn. Astrid and Clint walk through some of the country's most powerful worldschooling experiences: watching Aztec dancers perform in front of a Catholic church in Mexico City, exploring archaeological sites like Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan, and Monte Albán, releasing baby sea turtles into the ocean in Puerto Escondido, swimming with whale sharks in La Paz, and following the monarch butterfly migration to Michoacán. They wrap with personal city recommendations for worldschooling families — Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende, Mérida, Puerto Vallarta, and Oaxaca City — and offer an honest, grounded take on safety in Mexico that pushes back against the fear-based narrative many families carry into their first trip. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:20 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:01 – Today's Question: How Do I World School in Mexico? 00:01:15 – Mexico Overview: Size, Diversity & Getting There 00:03:32 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Mexico — A Country They Keep Coming Back To 00:04:55 – Culture & History: Mayan, Aztec, Zapotec & Colonial Heritage 00:07:25 – Archaeological Sites: Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan & More 00:08:57 – Nature: Whale Sharks, Monarch Butterflies & Sea Turtles 00:11:49 – Connecting With Locals & Learning Beyond the Tour 00:13:33 – Top City Recommendations for Worldschooling Families 00:18:18 – Food Notes for Vegans & Safety Realities in Mexico 00:20:11 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-28-worldschooling-in-mexico

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    March 25 · 13 min

    Episode 27: What Are Some Great Travel Gifts for Kids?

    Episode Title: Episode 27: What Are Some Great Travel Gifts for Kids? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter Planning for the holidays or a birthday coming up for a young traveler? In this episode, Astrid and Clint break down their favorite travel gifts for kids by age group, drawing from four-plus years of full-time family travel across 18 countries and six continents. From world-themed board books and children's museum subscriptions for toddlers, to curiosity-sparking options like Little Passports subscription boxes for ages 5–11, to digital cameras and cooking classes for tweens, this episode covers every stage of a child's worldschooling journey. Astrid and Clint also share personal favorites, including their own Stack The Scoops card game, the Global Grubs cooking kit, and the immersive experience of KidZania, with a reminder that the best travel gifts don't have to be expensive to be meaningful. For teens 16 and up, the conversation shifts to gifts that build independence: GoPros for adventure documentation, language learning with peers, solo travel opportunities, and even the gift of letting them plan the whole family trip themselves. Whether you're shopping for a birthday, the holidays, or just looking for ways to inspire a lifelong love of travel in the young people in your life, this episode has something for every age. Buy our game, Stack the Scoops: https://amzn.to/4lN084i Buy a Global Grub cooking kit: https://amzn.to/3O0xXCD Buy a GoPro: https://amzn.to/3NZUhME 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:24 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:09 – Today's Question: What Are Some Great Travel Gifts for Kids? 00:01:28 – Why Age-Based Gifting Makes Sense 00:02:49 – Gifts for Under 4: Books, Children's Museums & KidZania 00:04:25 – Ages 5–11: Feeding Curiosity About the World 00:05:03 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Card Games & The Scoops 00:05:55 – Travel Journals for Tweens — and Parents Too 00:06:22 – Ages 12–15: Cameras, Cooking Classes & Global Grubs 00:08:52 – Personalized Photo Books to Preserve Travel Memories 00:09:47 – Ages 16+: GoPros, Language Classes & Independent Travel 00:12:39 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-27-travel-gifts-for-kids

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    March 18 · 17 min

    Episode 26: What Are Your Travel Safety Tips For Families?

    Episode Title: Episode 26: What Are Your Travel Safety Tips For Families? Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint tackle a topic that's top of mind for many traveling families: how to keep your kids safe while exploring unfamiliar places around the world. Drawing from more than four years of full-time travel across 18+ countries, they share practical, experience-based safety strategies that go far beyond fear-based thinking. From modeling calm and awareness to creating family emergency plans, this episode is packed with tools parents can use immediately. They discuss real-world scenarios like airport arrivals, public transportation mishaps, and what to do if a child gets separated — along with preventative habits like headcounts, daily outfit photos, safe words, and knowing local emergency numbers. Astrid and Clint also share a powerful personal story from Rome that highlights why preparation matters. This episode is a must-listen for any family worldschooling now — or dreaming of it — who wants to travel confidently while staying grounded, prepared, and connected. 🎧 Ready to dive in? Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/ 🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/ 💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership 📋 Episode Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:13 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A 00:01:04 – Today's Question: How do I keep our travel safe while worldschooling? 00:02:07 – Modeling calm, awareness, and emotional regulation for kids 00:03:26 – Fear vs unfamiliarity and planning ahead for new destinations 00:04:04 – Airport arrivals, transportation plans, and avoiding overwhelm 00:05:16 – Traveling with young kids: headcounts, group movement, and roles 00:07:25 – If a child gets separated: names, photos, and staff support 00:09:21 – Emergency plans, reunion points, and real-life lessons from Rome 00:11:44 – Safe words, emergency numbers, and communication strategies 00:14:43 – Unexpected safety tips, carbon monoxide detectors, and final thoughts 00:15:51 – Outro & How to Support the Show 👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-26-travel-safety-tips

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