Worldschooling Q&A Podcast

Episode Title: Episode 32: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Indonesia?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

(Intro clip sourced from 17:07 — Clint describing how to cross a street in Jakarta: commit, own it, and traffic will slow down or go around you — but no one will stop preemptively)

In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint dive into one of our favorite topics: worldschooling in Indonesia. Indonesia and Mexico are the two countries we have returned to more than anywhere else, and as a family that has spent significant time traveling with kids in Indonesia, we wanted to give this country the deep dive it deserves.

From navigating Jakarta's notorious traffic to learning a few key Indonesian phrases, understanding the country's religious culture, and deciding which islands to explore, there is a lot to cover. Indonesia is one of those places that gets under your skin, and we believe most families who visit only scratch the surface by sticking to Bali.

Whether you are planning your first trip or considering a longer stay, this episode is packed with tips to help you travel responsibly and make the most of your experience. This is also part one of a two-part series: next episode, we go deep on Bali.

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Episode Title: Episode 31: How Do We Do Worldschooling in France?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

(Intro clip sourced from 17:06 — Clint describing the day they were in Paris during a record-breaking heat wave: the equivalent of 120°F, with no air conditioning anywhere)

France may not have been a perfect trip — Paris in July turned out to be one of the hottest weeks on record there — but it was still full of the kinds of moments worldschooling families live for. Astrid and Clint cover the logistics of a month-long stay (Schengen rules, easy driving, a mix of house-sitting and Airbnbs), then move into the highlights they actually loved: castles dotting the countryside, a visit to Versailles that became a conversation about wealth and the French Revolution, wandering the medieval walled town of Pérouges, and a few days in Chamonix with views of Mont Blanc.

Lyon gets its own section — and deserves it. Astrid and Clint make the case for it as an underrated base for worldschooling families, with a strong museum scene (the Confluence science museum, a puppet museum, a miniature model of the city), and the ancient riverside quarter of Vieux-Lyon. Paris, despite the circumstances, still offered the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and one of the first immersive art experiences they'd ever seen — a Hokusai and Van Gogh projection show that predated the trend. They're candid that they want to give the city another chance, and reflective about not having had the time to explore Paris's postcolonial immigrant communities the way they did in Spain and the UK.

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Episode Title: Episode 30: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Italy?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

(Intro clip sourced from 12:38 — Astrid and Clint describing the 600-year-old farmhouse near Parma, complete with a pizza oven, champagne grapes, and a stone cottage kitchen)

Italy might just be the most approachable European destination for worldschooling families — and in this episode, Astrid and Clint make the case for why. They answer the question: how do I world school in Italy?

They start with the logistics. Italy is larger and more geographically diverse than most people expect: the Italian Alps in the north are a different world from the Mediterranean south. Astrid and Clint flew into Rome and traveled north, spending the heart of their trip in the Parma countryside. They cover Schengen zone rules (90 days in, 90 out), the ease of entry for US and Canadian passport holders, how much English is spoken, and why a little Spanish can go a long way. On getting around: they praise driving in Italy — same side of the road as the US, beautiful scenery, very similar traffic laws — while flagging the need to watch speed limits and pedestrian-only zones. Trains and discount buses are options, though Astrid shares a hard-won lesson about a seven-hour highway layover on a budget coach.

The centerpiece of the episode is their time in the Parma region — and it's a compelling argument for basing a family outside the major tourist cities. They rented a 600-year-old stone farmhouse with vineyards, a pizza oven, and champagne grapes growing in the pergola, for roughly $1,100 USD per month. From there, they explored a remarkable series of small food museums — dedicated to ham, cheese, sausage, tomatoes, wine, and more — each in a different village within about 20 miles. The cheese museum led them to visit a working Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy, where they watched the full cheese-making process from milk to massive aging wheels. Astrid notes they prepped the kids by watching a TED-Ed video on cheese-making beforehand, giving them context that made the visit land.

History and art are woven throughout the episode. Clint, a former art major, describes the Sistine Chapel and the Hall of Statues in Rome with genuine awe. They recommend the double-decker bus tour as an underrated way to get oriented in a new city — low-key, relaxing, and great for kids. In Venice, they used Macco Tours for a kid-friendly scavenger hunt centered on the Doge's Palace, a format that kept the kids engaged while still delivering real historical content. And Milan earns its own mention as an architectural beauty — though Clint admits with some regret that Florence, just a short drive from where they were staying, didn't make the itinerary this trip.

The episode also touches on a few harder moments. Italy was the first country in their travels where Astrid experienced overt racial hostility — men making mocking remarks on the street directed at her as an Indonesian woman. Clint and Astrid address it honestly: it was jarring, it was real, and it would not have happened to a white traveler. They note that immigration politics in certain parts of Italy — particularly attitudes toward Filipino and Southeast Asian communities — provided some context, though it doesn't overshadow what was otherwise an extraordinary trip.

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Episode Title: Episode 29: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Costa Rica?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

(Intro clip sourced from 9:43 — Clint defending the wildlife sightings in Manuel Antonio after Astrid's raccoon joke)

Costa Rica holds a special place in the worldschooling journey of Astrid and Clint — it was their honeymoon destination in 2009, and they returned years later with their kids. In this episode, they answer the question: how do I world school in Costa Rica?

They open with what makes the country exceptional: though small, Costa Rica contains roughly 20% of the world's biodiversity, making ecotourism its defining draw. Clint and Astrid run through the logistics — flying into San Jose, the surprising prevalence of English over Spanish (especially compared to Mexico), getting around by bus, rental car, or private shuttle, and what to know about the cash-heavy economy, US dollar acceptance, and the spotty internet that often surprises digital nomads who choose it as a base.

The highlights section comes alive with personal stories from the two regions they know best: Manuel Antonio and La Fortuna. In Manuel Antonio National Park, they describe beautiful beaches, boardwalk-style hiking trails, and extraordinary wildlife sightings — sloths, monkeys, and more. A return visit where they hired a local guide named Eli transformed a nature walk into an interactive wildlife classroom: he spotted animals the family never would have found on their own, brought a telescope to get the kids up close, and ran animal trivia that turned creature superpowers into learning moments for their Wild Kratts-obsessed kids. In La Fortuna, a guided tour to the Arenal volcano and a soak in the hot springs gave the family a completely different dimension of the country's natural world.

Astrid and Clint also reflect honestly on what Costa Rica offers culturally — and what it doesn't. Spanish colonialism has diminished much of the indigenous presence, though a museum in San Jose provided some historical grounding. The episode closes with a candid safety conversation: petty theft is a more visible issue here than in Mexico, and arriving prepared at the San Jose airport — knowing your ride before you land — can save the whole family a lot of stress.

🎧 Ready to dive in?

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🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/

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Episode Title: Episode 28: How Do We Do Worldschooling in Mexico?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

(Intro clip sourced from 3:32 — Astrid describing how Mexico became a country their family keeps returning to, year after year, even after long stretches elsewhere)

Mexico holds a special place in the worldschooling journey of The Wandering Daughter family — it's the country where they started their full-time travels, and the one they keep finding reasons to come back to. In this episode, Astrid and Clint answer the question: how do I world school in Mexico?

They start with the practical: why Mexico is one of the most accessible destinations for families from the US and Canada, from six-month tourist visas to a strong domestic transport network including buses, flights, and a newly opened train through the Yucatán Peninsula. They also cover cash-based logistics and the importance of at least basic Spanish once you're outside tourist zones.

But this episode quickly becomes a masterclass in just how much Mexico has to offer curious learners of every age. From the layered histories of the Maya, Aztec, and Zapotec civilizations to the lasting imprint of Spanish colonialism, Mexico invites deep exploration at every turn. Astrid and Clint walk through some of the country's most powerful worldschooling experiences: watching Aztec dancers perform in front of a Catholic church in Mexico City, exploring archaeological sites like Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan, and Monte Albán, releasing baby sea turtles into the ocean in Puerto Escondido, swimming with whale sharks in La Paz, and following the monarch butterfly migration to Michoacán.

They wrap with personal city recommendations for worldschooling families — Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende, Mérida, Puerto Vallarta, and Oaxaca City — and offer an honest, grounded take on safety in Mexico that pushes back against the fear-based narrative many families carry into their first trip.

🎧 Ready to dive in?

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Episode Title: Episode 27: What Are Some Great Travel Gifts for Kids?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

Planning for the holidays or a birthday coming up for a young traveler? In this episode, Astrid and Clint break down their favorite travel gifts for kids by age group, drawing from four-plus years of full-time family travel across 18 countries and six continents.

From world-themed board books and children's museum subscriptions for toddlers, to curiosity-sparking options like Little Passports subscription boxes for ages 5–11, to digital cameras and cooking classes for tweens, this episode covers every stage of a child's worldschooling journey. Astrid and Clint also share personal favorites, including their own Stack The Scoops card game, the Global Grubs cooking kit, and the immersive experience of KidZania, with a reminder that the best travel gifts don't have to be expensive to be meaningful.

For teens 16 and up, the conversation shifts to gifts that build independence: GoPros for adventure documentation, language learning with peers, solo travel opportunities, and even the gift of letting them plan the whole family trip themselves.

Whether you're shopping for a birthday, the holidays, or just looking for ways to inspire a lifelong love of travel in the young people in your life, this episode has something for every age.

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🎧 Ready to dive in?

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🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/

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Episode Title: Episode 26: What Are Your Travel Safety Tips For Families?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint tackle a topic that's top of mind for many traveling families: how to keep your kids safe while exploring unfamiliar places around the world.

Drawing from more than four years of full-time travel across 18+ countries, they share practical, experience-based safety strategies that go far beyond fear-based thinking. From modeling calm and awareness to creating family emergency plans, this episode is packed with tools parents can use immediately.

They discuss real-world scenarios like airport arrivals, public transportation mishaps, and what to do if a child gets separated — along with preventative habits like headcounts, daily outfit photos, safe words, and knowing local emergency numbers. Astrid and Clint also share a powerful personal story from Rome that highlights why preparation matters.

This episode is a must-listen for any family worldschooling now — or dreaming of it — who wants to travel confidently while staying grounded, prepared, and connected.

🎧 Ready to dive in?

Buy our family gap year guide, "Hey Kids, Let's Go Travel!": https://thewanderingdaughter.com/hey-kids-lets-go-travel-planning-a-gap-year-with-family/

🤝 Want personalized guidance for your family's worldschooling journey? Book a one-on-one consultation with Clint and Astrid: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/consult/

💬 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Submit it here: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/podcast

Support our worldschooling podcast: Join The Wandering Daughter on Patreon for episode transcripts, extra resources, and live office hours with Astrid and Clint: https://www.patreon.com/c/thewanderingdaughter/membership

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👉 For full show notes, resource links, and a complete episode guide, visit: https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-26-travel-safety-tips

Show Notes: Worldschooling Q&A – Episode 25

Episode Title: Episode 25: What Sustainable Products Should We Use?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint answer a timely and values-driven question: What sustainable products can families travel with while worldschooling? Drawing from their four years of full-time travel across 18+ countries, they share honest reflections on how travel impacts the planet—and how small, intentional choices can significantly reduce waste on the road.

The conversation begins with a powerful personal story that reshaped Astrid’s perspective on plastic pollution and global recycling practices. From there, they break down practical swaps families can make while traveling, including reusable food storage, water filtration, laundry solutions, and personal care products that eliminate single-use plastics.

This episode is full of real-world, tested solutions that are easy to pack, simple to maintain, and realistic for long-term travel. Whether you’re preparing for a short trip or a full-time worldschooling lifestyle, these tips will help you travel more consciously without adding stress to your journey.

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https://thewanderingdaughter.com/episode-25-sustainable-travel-products/

Show Notes: Worldschooling Q&A – Episode 24

In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint tackle a practical and important travel question: how can families safely use Uber and other ridesharing apps while traveling abroad? Drawing from years of full-time travel across multiple continents, they share real-world insights that help parents feel more confident navigating transportation in unfamiliar places.

The conversation covers why ridesharing can feel safer than taxis, cultural differences around ridesharing, and essential safety tips—especially for women and solo travelers. They also discuss common challenges like canceled rides, confusing pickup locations, and wrong drop-offs, along with strategies to stay oriented using maps and landmarks. This episode is packed with actionable advice for worldschooling families who want smoother, safer travel days.

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Show Notes: Worldschooling Q&A – Episode 23

Worldschooling Podcast Episode Title: Episode 23: How Do We Do the Logistics of Worldschooling?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

In this episode of Worldschooling Q&A, Astrid and Clint answer a big-picture question many families wrestle with before taking the leap into long-term travel: how do we handle the logistics of traveling full-time as a family?

Drawing from their four years of full-time worldschooling across 18+ countries, they break logistics down into a simple, manageable framework — before the trip, during the trip, and after the trip. They explain why understanding your “why” is the foundation of every successful worldschooling journey and how involving your kids in that conversation can shape expectations and experiences along the way.

The conversation covers key pre-trip considerations like budgeting, choosing a departure date, planning tools, schooling logistics, housing decisions, and downsizing. Astrid and Clint also share practical insights from the road, including packing strategies, staying flexible with bookings, managing internet and remote work, and maintaining connections with family back home.

They wrap up by discussing the often-overlooked post-trip phase — emotional processing, reflection, and using lessons learned through travel to guide what comes next for your family.

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