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Browse 36 articles on long-term family travel finance — written from the road.

Planning

NHS Career Break to Travel Long-Term

Most NHS staff who start looking into career breaks for travel quickly discover the official policy doesn't match practical reality. Here's what the policy actually says, and what we did instead.

30 Apr 2026Read →
Insurance

Pre–Existing Conditions and Long–Term Travel Insurance: What UK Families Need to Know

Almost every family we've spoken to has someone with a pre-existing condition. Here's how long-term travel insurance handles them, what gets excluded, and how to find cover that actually works.

24 Apr 2026Read →
Insurance

Do You Really Need Travel Insurance for Long-Term Travel?

The honest answer for UK families travelling more than 90 days. What standard annual policies cover, where they fall short, and the long-stay alternatives that actually work.

22 Apr 2026Read →
Connectivity

Do You Need a VPN for Long-Term Travel? (UK Families' Honest Answer)

About six weeks into our trip, our youngest wanted to watch Bluey. We opened BBC iPlayer and hit the geo-restriction wall. Here's the honest answer to whether a VPN is essential for long-term travel.

21 Apr 2026Read →
Budgeting

Cheapest Way to Send Money Abroad as a UK Long-Term Traveller

Since leaving the UK in October 2025, we've saved around £500 on accommodation by paying landlords directly rather than through Airbnb. The catch: you need a cheap way to send international transfers.

16 Apr 2026Read →
Insurance

True Traveller vs SafetyWing vs World Nomads: The Honest Comparison for UK Families

You know a standard annual policy won't cover long-term travel. Now you're comparing long-stay providers. Here's our honest side-by-side of True Traveller, SafetyWing, and World Nomads.

15 Apr 2026Read →
Budgeting

How Much Does a Month in Thailand Cost for a Family? Our Real Figures

We tracked every transaction for a month in Chiang Mai with two kids. Here's exactly what we spent across accommodation, food, transport, and activities — including the unexpected costs.

15 Apr 2026Read →
Connectivity

How to Keep Your UK Phone Number Active While Travelling Long-Term

Your bank sends a verification code to your UK number. If it's disconnected, you're locked out of your account. Here's how to keep your number active while travelling long-term.

14 Apr 2026Read →
Connectivity

Do Unlimited Data eSIMs Actually Have Limits?

When we were planning long-term travel, unlimited data on an eSIM sounded like the answer to our connectivity headaches. Then we discovered what unlimited actually means in practice.

12 Apr 2026Read →
Connectivity

Best eSIM for Thailand 2026: Honest Advice for UK Families

If you want data in Thailand quickly and reliably, an eSIM is your best option — even though local SIMs are cheaper. Here's the honest breakdown for UK families.

10 Apr 2026Read →
Budgeting

QR Code Payments in Southeast Asia: What UK Families Can Actually Use

One of the things that surprises British families in Southeast Asia is how cashless everything is — and how foreign-card-unfriendly those cashless systems are. Here's what UK families can actually use.

9 Apr 2026Read →
Connectivity

Best eSIMs for Southeast Asia — What We Actually Use Travelling With Kids

We've tested six eSIM providers across Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. Here's what worked, what didn't, and what we'd recommend for families relying on data daily.

8 Apr 2026Read →
Budgeting

What Happens to Your ISA If You Leave the UK for Long-Term Travel?

One of the financial questions we spent the most time on before leaving the UK was what would happen to our ISAs. Here's the honest answer for UK families planning long-term travel.

6 Apr 2026Read →
Planning

Should You Rent or Sell Your Home Before Long-Term Travel?

For most UK families, the property question is the biggest financial decision of the whole trip. We walked through both renting and selling before making our choice.

3 Apr 2026Read →
Planning

How Much Do You Need to Save Before Long-Term Family Travel?

The savings question is one of the first things families ask when long-term travel moves from dream to serious plan. The honest answer depends enormously on how you travel.

2 Apr 2026Read →
Planning

Does Long-Term Travel Affect Your UK Tax Residency?

When we were planning our trip, UK tax residency wasn't on the list. It probably should have been. Here's what long-term travel means for your HMRC status and why it matters.

31 Mar 2026Read →
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Budgeting

Starling vs Wise vs Revolut for Long-Term Travel: A UK Family's Honest Verdict

We've been travelling through Southeast Asia since October 2025 with two young children. This is what we actually use, why we use it, and what we've learned the hard way.

30 Mar 2026Read →
Budgeting

How Much Does a Month in Cambodia Cost for a Family? Our Real Figures

Cambodia gets talked about as the cheapest country in Southeast Asia. We spent a month in Siem Reap with two young children and tracked every penny. Here are the real figures.

30 Mar 2026Read →
Planning

How to Set Up Your Finances Before Long-Term Travel: A UK Family's Checklist Written

Most families spend months thinking about where to go but only days thinking about their finances. Here's the full pre-departure financial checklist we used before leaving the UK.

24 Mar 2026Read →
Budgeting

How to Avoid ATM Fees in Southeast Asia (And Which Cards Charge You the Least)

ATM fees in Southeast Asia are one of those costs that families overlook in budgets but end up impacting significantly. Here's which cards to use and how to avoid the worst charges.

17 Mar 2026Read →
Budgeting

Wise Travel Card Review UK 2026: Is It Still the Best Option for Travelling Families?

When we started long-term travel, Wise was our transfer tool. After eighteen months on the road, it's become our primary card for daily spending. Here's our honest review for UK families.

13 Mar 2026Read →
Connectivity

eSIM vs Local SIM for Long-Term Travel: Which Is Cheaper?

The right answer between eSIM and local SIM depends on your route, how many people need data, and how long you stay in each place. We break it down honestly for long-term family travel.

23 Feb 2026Read →
Connectivity

Unlimited Data eSIMs: Are They Actually Unlimited?

If you've researched data for long-term travel, you've seen unlimited everywhere. We explain what unlimited eSIMs actually mean in practice — and what the real limits are.

22 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Family Travel Insurance: What "Family" Actually Means (and What It Doesn't)

Insurers don't all define family the same way. Some policies won't cover your 19-year-old, others exclude toddlers unless you pay extra. Here's what to look for before you buy.

15 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Do You Need One Policy or Separate Policies for a Family?

One of the first insurance questions families ask is whether to buy a single family policy or separate policies for each person. The answer affects both cost and how coverage works in practice.

15 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Average Cost of Travel Insurance for a Family of 4 (Realistic Ranges)

Travel insurance catches most families off guard when planning extended travel. We break down what UK families actually pay for long-term cover and which policies are worth considering.

15 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Annual Family Travel Insurance vs Long-Stay: Which Is Better for Long-Term Travel?

When you're travelling for months rather than weeks, choosing between annual multi-trip insurance and a long-stay policy isn't straightforward — especially when insuring a whole family.

15 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Does Family Travel Insurance Cover Each Person Separately? (Explained Clearly)

Family travel insurance covers each named person on the policy, but the way it covers them varies. Some benefits apply per person, others apply to the family as a group — understanding the difference matters.

14 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

Does Family Travel Insurance Cover Children Automatically? Age Limits + Common Rules

Are your kids actually covered by your travel insurance? Some family policies include children automatically, others have age limits or charge per child. Here's what to check before you buy.

14 Feb 2026Read →
Insurance

How Medical Cover Works for Children on Long-Term Travel Insurance

Medical cover for children on long-term travel insurance creates confusion because policies often assume you're travelling as a couple or alone. Here's what you actually get when kids are involved.

1 Feb 2026Read →
Connectivity

How To Avoid Roaming Charges While Travelling Abroad

Roaming charges accumulate quickly outside the UK, especially on longer trips. We cover your main options — eSIMs, local SIMs, and international plans — so you can stay connected without overpaying.

30 Jan 2026Read →
Insurance

What Does Travel Insurance Actually Cover?

Long-term travel insurance operates differently to standard single-trip policies. Understanding your coverage requires looking past the summary tables to how benefits actually apply in practice.

29 Jan 2026Read →
Budgeting

Is Long-Term Travel Cheaper Than Living in the UK?

Long-term travel can cost less than life in the UK, but only with deliberate choices about accommodation, food, and lifestyle. We run the numbers honestly rather than selling you a dream.

28 Jan 2026Read →
Budgeting

How Much Does Long Term Travel Actually Cost?

Most articles on this question hedge everything into uselessness. We give real numbers from our own long-term travel as a family of four, broken down by category and country.

28 Jan 2026Read →
Planning

How Far in Advance Should You Plan Long-Term Travel?

Long-term travel requires a very different planning timeline than a standard holiday. The window you choose can significantly affect your costs, options, and stress levels.

22 Jan 2026Read →
Planning

Do You Need Proof of Onward Travel? What Travellers Should Know

When you book a one-way ticket to another country, you may face a request to show proof that you plan to leave. This guide covers when it applies, why it exists, and how to handle it.

22 Jan 2026Read →