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Browse 40 articles on long-term family travel finance — written from the road.
Wise Travel Card Review UK 2026: Is It Still the Best Option for Travelling Families?
Wise started as our transfer tool. After 18 months on the road, it's our primary card for daily spending. Here's our honest review for UK families.
SafetyWing Nomad Insurance Review: An Honest Verdict for UK Families
An honest review of SafetyWing Nomad Insurance for UK families on long-term travel: what it covers, the UK gotchas, the real costs, and who it suits.
Non-Resident Landlord Scheme: How Your UK Rent Is Taxed While You Travel
Letting your UK home while travelling? Your agent must withhold 20% of the rent. How the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme works, and why we sold instead.
Best eSIM for Vietnam 2026: Honest Advice for UK Families
The best eSIM for Vietnam for UK families, compared with the £6 local VinaPhone SIM we actually used. Real prices, honest trade-offs, no fluff.
National Insurance When Travelling Abroad: What UK Families Need to Know in 2026
Class 2 voluntary NI ended on 6 April 2026. Here's what the change means for UK families travelling long-term, what it costs now, and what to do next.
NHS Career Break to Travel Long-Term
The official NHS career break policy for long-term travel rarely matches reality. Here's what it actually says, how trusts interpret it, and what we did.
Pre–Existing Conditions and Long–Term Travel Insurance: What UK Families Need to Know
Almost every family has someone with a pre-existing condition. Here's how long-term travel insurance handles them, and how to find cover that works.
Do You Really Need Travel Insurance for Long-Term Travel?
The honest answer for UK families travelling over 90 days. What standard annual policies miss, and which long-stay alternatives actually cover you.
Do You Need a VPN for Long-Term Travel? (UK Families' Honest Answer)
BBC iPlayer, HMRC portals and banking apps often block foreign IP addresses. Here's the honest answer on whether a VPN is essential for long-term travel.
Cheapest Way to Send Money Abroad as a UK Long-Term Traveller
Paying landlords directly rather than through Airbnb saves hundreds. The catch: you need a cheap way to send international transfers. Here's what we use.
True Traveller vs SafetyWing vs World Nomads: The Honest Comparison for UK Families
Standard annual policies don't cover long-term travel. Here's our honest side-by-side comparison of True Traveller, SafetyWing, and World Nomads.
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: accommodation, food, transport, activities, and the costs we didn't expect.
How to Keep Your UK Phone Number Active While Travelling Long-Term
Your bank sends verification codes to your UK number. If it goes dead, you're locked out. Here's how to keep it active while travelling long-term.
Do Unlimited Data eSIMs Actually Have Limits?
Unlimited data eSIMs sound perfect for long-term travel, but unlimited always has small print. Here's what it actually means in practice for families.
Best eSIM for Thailand 2026: Honest Advice for UK Families
An eSIM gets you data in Thailand quickly and reliably, even though local SIMs are cheaper. The honest breakdown of costs and options for UK families.
QR Code Payments in Southeast Asia: What UK Families Can Actually Use
Southeast Asia is highly cashless, but most QR payment systems don't work with UK cards or bank accounts. Here's what UK families can actually use.
Best eSIMs for Southeast Asia — What We Actually Use Travelling With Kids
We tested six eSIM providers across Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. Here's what worked, what didn't, and what we recommend for families relying on data.
What Happens to Your ISA If You Leave the UK for Long-Term Travel?
Your ISA doesn't close when you leave the UK, but the rules change the moment you become non-resident. Here's what actually happens and what to do.
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 trip. We walked through renting and selling before making our choice.
How Much Do You Need to Save Before Long-Term Family Travel?
How much you need to save depends on how you travel. Here are real figures and the questions families need to answer before booking the one-way flight.
Does Long-Term Travel Affect Your UK Tax Residency?
Long-term travel can change your UK tax residency without you realising. Here's what it means for your HMRC status and what to check before you go.
Starling vs Wise vs Revolut for Long-Term Travel: A UK Family's Honest Verdict
Starling + Wise saves our family £1,000+/year in fees across Southeast Asia. Here's exactly what we use, why, and where Revolut fits in.
How Much Does a Month in Cambodia Cost for a Family? Our Real Figures
We spent a month in Siem Reap with two young children and tracked every penny. Cambodia's reputation as the cheapest option in SE Asia? Largely true.
How to Set Up Your Finances Before Long-Term Travel: A UK Family's Checklist Written
Most families spend months planning where to go but days on their finances. Here's the pre-departure financial checklist we used before leaving the UK.
How to Avoid ATM Fees in Southeast Asia (And Which Cards Charge You the Least)
ATM fees in Southeast Asia add up fast. Here's which cards to use to avoid local charges, which banks reimburse fees, and the rules that matter most.
eSIM vs Local SIM for Long-Term Travel: Which Is Cheaper?
Whether an eSIM or local SIM is cheaper depends on your route, group size, and how long you stay. We break it down for long-term family travel.
Unlimited Data eSIMs: Are They Actually Unlimited?
Unlimited eSIMs are everywhere in the market, but unlimited always has small print. We explain what the real limits are and what to look for.
Family Travel Insurance: What "Family" Actually Means (and What It Doesn't)
Insurers define family differently. Some policies won't cover your 19-year-old; others exclude toddlers unless you pay extra. Check this before you buy.
Do You Need One Policy or Separate Policies for a Family?
One family policy or separate policies? The answer affects both cost and how cover works in practice. Here's what to weigh up before you buy.
Long-Term Travel Insurance for a Family of 4 (2026)
Long-term family travel insurance costs £1,100-£2,200 for 12 months. Our real 2026 costs and quotes from True Traveller, SafetyWing and World Nomads.
Annual Family Travel Insurance vs Long-Stay: Which Is Better for Long-Term Travel?
Annual multi-trip policies cap out at 90 days. Long-stay policies cost more but actually cover you. Here's how to choose between the two for UK families.
Does Family Travel Insurance Cover Each Person Separately? (Explained Clearly)
Family cover applies to all named people, but some benefits are per person and others per group. Here's what that means when you actually need to claim.
Does Family Travel Insurance Cover Children Automatically? Age Limits + Common Rules
Some family policies include children automatically; others have age limits or charge per child. Here's exactly what to check before you buy.
How Medical Cover Works for Children on Long-Term Travel Insurance
Long-term travel policies often assume you're travelling as a couple or alone. Here's what medical cover for children looks like on those policies.
How To Avoid Roaming Charges While Travelling Abroad
Roaming charges add up fast outside the UK. Here's how eSIMs, local SIMs, and international plans compare for UK families on long-term travel.
What Does Travel Insurance Actually Cover?
Long-term travel insurance works differently to standard policies. Here's what your cover actually includes once you look past the summary tables.
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. We run the numbers honestly rather than selling you a dream.
How Much Does Long Term Travel Actually Cost?
We give real numbers from our own long-term travel as a family of four, broken down by category and country. No hedging, no ballpark figures.
How Far in Advance Should You Plan Long-Term Travel?
Long-term travel needs a very different planning timeline from a standard holiday. The window you choose significantly affects your costs and options.
Do You Need Proof of Onward Travel? What Travellers Should Know
Book a one-way ticket and you may be asked to show proof you plan to leave. Here's when proof of onward travel is required and how to handle it.