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15 Important Things to Check Before Travelling Overseas (That People Often Forget)

Booking reward flights for a family of five takes more than simply collecting frequent flyer points! After years of planning international family adventures, I’m sharing the strategies I use to make our points go further. From finding five reward seats and comparing airlines to making the most of KrisFlyer, Velocity and American Express points, here’s how I book smarter, save on flights and create unforgettable travel experiences without unnecessarily spending a fortune.

What happens when the beautiful life you’ve worked so hard to build no longer feels quite like the life you want? As I approach 40, I’ve been reflecting on motherhood, homeschooling, travel and what success really means to our family. This isn’t about being ungrateful or wanting to escape. It’s about questioning whether a slower, simpler life with more time, connection and freedom might be the greatest luxury of all.

Travelling the world as a family of five might look like beautiful hotels, tropical beaches and unforgettable adventures on Instagram, but there’s so much more happening behind the scenes! From hours of planning and managing travel costs to navigating airports with three children, I’m sharing the reality of our family travels, how we make our travel budget go further and why exploring the world together is worth all the effort.

Wondering where to travel in 2027? From the tropical beaches of Okinawa and the beautiful resorts of Vietnam to the Austrian Alps, Finnish Lapland and hidden gems closer to home, I’m sharing 10 destinations worth adding to your travel wishlist. Discover the latest travel trends, exciting places to explore and my favourite tips for planning an unforgettable holiday in 2027.