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The importance of family rituals when living abroad

June 11, 2022June 19, 2022 / kaquinn29

Everyone knows rituals and routines are important for kids, but when living abroad there are some simple things you can do to help your family feel settled no matter where you live.

Tips for planning an extended family holiday

May 18, 2022June 19, 2022 / kaquinn29

If you're considering a lengthy trip with little ones, preparation and planning is key! Here's my tops tips when planning your extended holiday.

Top 5 things I wish I’d known before getting into international education (as a spouse)

April 16, 2022 / kaquinn29

Although we've only been on the circuit a few years, there are a few things I wish I'd known before embarking on the international education life with kids.

Best day trips from Seoul with kids (during winter!)

March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 / kaquinn29

If you're looking to escape Seoul for a few days, check out these day trips that are a great option for travelling with little ones!

Top 10 things to do with kids in Lima, Peru

December 20, 2021 / kaquinn29

Lima is an amazing city that offers plenty of entertainment for the whole family. Check out my top 10 recommendations!

Autumn on Jeju

November 27, 2021November 27, 2021 / kaquinn29

Autumn is one of the best times to visit South Korea. The colours of Autumn are stunning on Jeju Island. There's a slight chill in the air, but most days are still sunny, making it the perfect time to explore outdoors.

What to pack – moving overseas with kids

November 23, 2021November 24, 2021 / kaquinn29

Packing, packing and more packing. Oh, the joy of moving countries with tiny humans. Although it's highly personal about how much to bring, I recommend packing light. Though I realise this is far easier said than done!

What is a ‘trailing spouse’?

November 22, 2021November 23, 2021 / kaquinn29

Trailing spouses are amazing (if I do say so myself!). While our partners are focused on work, we are usually the ones looking after the essentials of life admin and getting our families settled.

Helping your kids settle

November 21, 2021November 23, 2021 / kaquinn29

Ensuring my kids are happy, settled and enjoying their new school is my biggest concern with an expat lifestyle.

Tips for travelling with kids

November 16, 2021March 8, 2022 / kaquinn29

Life as you know it doesn't have to stop when you have kids, but you do need to compromise.

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Hi, I’m Kelly, a mum of three and official ‘trailing spouse’. Currently based in South Korea, I hope to share some insights on the reality of life as an expat within the international education sector.

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