The Family Travel Podcast

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to do a lap of Australia in a campertrailer with a young child?

Today we’re joined by Renee, who along with her husband Nathan and their young son have been travelling full time for 3 years in their cub camper

Renee and Nathan have so much knowledge which they share quite generously through their blog and other avenues on social media.  Check them out at https://www.thegreatescapeaustralia.com/ and https://m.facebook.com/

In this episode we cover travelling with a soft vs. hardfloor camper, travelling with small children, the realities of travelling full time, and also some exciting news... taking their lap to NZ!

If  you’re travelling with young kids – especially babies – the meelight by meemoo baby is an awesome product that you should definitely check out. Its a nifty little night light that’s not like the other night lights! It is completely portable and cord free, dimmable, rechargeable to work for up to 24 hours and also wearable. Perfect for off grid camping, and perfect for travelling families.

Adele and the team at Caravanning with Kids sent us a meelight to try out  and we found the light perfect for fixing one of Edwards 50000 bottles though the night without waking the rest of the family. Chloe and Elliot also fought over who would get it each night… Chloe loved it for a reading light… and Elliot just wanted it on, next to his bed, as a nightlight to keep away those bogey men. If you would like to know more, check 0ur here for our review: https://www.caravanningwithkids.com.au/meelight-review-a-handy-little-light-for-the-whole-family/

You can find us at https://abigpeacheyadventure.com/ and also https://www.facebook.com/abigpeacheyadventure/

Have you ever wondered if you're doing the right thing by taking the kids out of their stable home environment for long-term travel? What about whether or not it's worth it for kids that are too young to remember everything about the trip? Well, this is the episode for you! Today we're joined by Dr. Kimberly O'Brien, Principal Child Psychologist from the Quirky Kid Clinic (https://childpsychologist.com.au/). We cover all of this, as well as: - Hints & tips on preparing your kids - What you can do to help if they're not adjusting - Preparing for the return back to "normal" life Check back in here soon to find out more about Dr. O'Brien's new podcast, "Impressive", when it's released. Find us at http://abigpeacheyadventure.com.au/family-travel-podcast and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/abigpeacheyadventure

This is not necessarily an episode about how to use a drone. This is an episode about how if you want to travel Australia, there’s options if you put your mind to it... and you can use YouTube to learn almost anything you want. Pokey and Sunshine created a new business from scratch, while on the road, and learned everything they needed to off the school of YouTube! We discuss lots, including mindset around creating a new business, as well as the reality of travel life. But... if you are wondering what drone to buy? The Mavic Pro is not only great for travellers because it’s small and portable, it’s good enough to use make an income making videos. The video that attracted us to their YouTube Channel: This is how DJI Mavic Has Changed My Life https://youtu.be/j9lgQuAxQ5E. In this episode is: Old Tailem Town, Wanderlust Drones, & NEIS https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/new-enterprise-incentive-scheme abigpeacheyadventure.com.au/ or www.facebook.com/abigpeacheyadventure/

Don't have a whole year to do a full lap of the country? Can't commit to becoming a full-time traveller? The good news is that it's not just the places you see, but the people you meet, and the journey itself... regardless of how long you go for. The preparation for travel (the decluttering, the journey into minimalism, letting go of 'stuff' and identifying what's really important to you) has as much importance as the travel itself. We’re joined by one of Australia's original travelling families, Sharon and Adam of Galways Go Round (https://www.galwaysgoround.com.au/) as we discuss all this and more. Don't forget to check out their Facebook page, and their Groups 'Caravans & Kids Travelling Aus in 2018' and 'Wandering Tribes ~ Travelling Australia'. Find us on Facebook at abigpeacheyadventure.com.au/ or www.facebook.com/abigpeacheyadventure/

Thinking of purchasing a caravan, motorhome, or campertrailer & want to try-before-you-buy? Wondering what you’d do with it after an extended trip? Already have one sitting in your driveway? We’re joined by Dave Eddy (Director from Camplify, https://www.camplify.com.au) to answer: - Do you have a say in who hires your RV? - Options for people who don’t have a suitable vehicle/never towed? - What RVs are most commonly hired out? - Who are they types of people who most commonly hire ? - How much could you expect to earn? - What happens if there’s an accident? - How does it impact your insurance premium? - Breakdowns?! What about roadside assistance Camplify started with an accelerator program through www.slingshotters.com in partnership with NRMA (https://www.nrma.com.au). The Portable Electric Brake Controller discussed is by Elecbrakes (https://www.elecbrakes.com/ ) Find us on Facebook at http://abigpeacheyadventure.com.au/ or https://www.facebook.com/abigpeacheyadventure/

What are the common mistakes made when towing a caravan? What should everyone know before they tow? In this episode we cover: -Should you tow with water tanks empty or full? -Carrying fuel, spare tyres, and tool box on the back of the van? -When is a Weight Distribution Hitch (WDH) needed? -If I use air bags and my car is level, do I still need a WDH? -What to do if a truck is overtaking? -Brake controllers: mistakes and misconceptions? -What should you do if you get caravan sway? -What is the process to weigh your caravan? -What safety checks should be done each time you tow? -Common mistake with connecting the breakaway system? -How to calculate caravan tyre pressure based on your load? We cover all of this (and more!) in this interview with Ricky Esser (https://followme4wd.com.au/), who you might recognise from Channel 7's 'Discover' program or 5AA's weekly radio program. Ricky is a Tow-Ed instructor, also offering Nationally Recognised 4WD & defensive driver training

Travelling full-time with teenagers and a dog? Today we're joined by Annie and Liam, part of this family of four who set off in 2016 ]in their caravan with a plan to do a lap of Australia. After getting everything ready and planning their itinerary... within 2 days that went out the window. 2 1/2 years later they're still going. If you haven't already, check them out on Facebook &Instagram. As well as great articles on www.fourhandsinatincan.net, they're a stand out for capturing the highlights of the places they visit with their photography and drone use. Liam let's us know what equipment, drone, and software he uses to get this great look. Distance Education for a high schooler on the road? Liam also happens to be 14! He lets us know how long he needs to spend on this to get everything done, & still find time for his passion for multimedia. We also discuss recommendations for those planning extended travel, modifications, and their favourite places.

Whether you’ve done a first aid course before or not, we’re sure you’ll get something out of this, as we cover things like: * The main injuries and causes of illness for travelling families * The first aid skills that everyone should know * Additional training requirements for families with small children * Limitations in the current Provide First Aid course (skills, equipment, & outdated practice) * Why you should have two separate first aid kits, and * The must have items that you should have in your first aid kit We‘re joined by the directors of Clinical FX Medical Moulage and Training Soultions (www.clinicalfx.com.au,@clinicalfx). Cam Johnson has 15 years’ experience as a paramedic in both Australia and the US, and over 20 years with the ADF. Jo Salter is Registered Nurse, with over 20 years as a military medic which includes operational experience.