18 episodes

Erika Bud, author of the Travel Rangers children's book series, created this travel podcast to inspire families to have overseas travel adventures and learn about cultures. From single parents to families of eight, listen as parents and children talk about what it was like to travel around the world on their international family vacations. Learn about countries, international travel tips, best international trips for families, affordable international vacations, how travel abroad facilitates quality family time, and so much more. Laugh with us, dream with us, and be inspired by us to travel with your kids abroad.

Planes, Trains, & Kids Abroad Travel Podcast Erika Bud, Big World Publishing, LLC

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 10 Ratings

Erika Bud, author of the Travel Rangers children's book series, created this travel podcast to inspire families to have overseas travel adventures and learn about cultures. From single parents to families of eight, listen as parents and children talk about what it was like to travel around the world on their international family vacations. Learn about countries, international travel tips, best international trips for families, affordable international vacations, how travel abroad facilitates quality family time, and so much more. Laugh with us, dream with us, and be inspired by us to travel with your kids abroad.

    018: Lessons Learned as a First-Time Parent Traveling Abroad

    018: Lessons Learned as a First-Time Parent Traveling Abroad

    In this week’s podcast, I speak with Katelyn Stewart, a single mom from the U.S., who just returned from her first trip abroad with her 8-year-old son. Katelyn shares many international travel tips that first-time travelers are sure to want to hear. Listen as she talks about her experiences and why, despite these negative events, she wouldn’t trade her travel abroad experience for the world. 
    Listen to Katelyn now on the @Planes, Trains, & Kids abroad travel podcast at www.bigworldpub.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 59 min
    017: Single Mom Living in Different Countries with her Daughter

    017: Single Mom Living in Different Countries with her Daughter

    Meet Lidia Aguirre, a single mom from Texas who was terrified to travel out of the country with her daughter. Hear how she overcame her fears to live in Mexico and Korea, how she approached her daughter’s father about her idea, great tips about living abroad, and so much more! This episode inspired the host to move to Barcelona with her son and I hope it inspires you to follow your dreams as well. 
    You can hear more from Lidia at: www.youtube.com/c/lidiaexplores or find her on Instagram @lidia.explores
    Also, make sure to check out, Worldschoolers: Innovative Parents Turning Countries into Classrooms, for a great resource for parents looking to make the transition to worldschooling. It's available on Amazon. Lidia wrote chapter 17 and shared her story about how she learned to listen to herself and stop worrying about what others wanted her to do with her life. 
    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 52 min
    016: Andreas Wil Gerdes & Worldschooling

    016: Andreas Wil Gerdes & Worldschooling

    In this week’s podcast, I speak with Andreas as he shares why he doesn’t believe in the conventional school system. You’ll hear when his perspective changed, why it’s so important to let kids learn at their pace, and why we should let kids learn about what they are interested in learning. This episode will leave you questioning what is the best education for your children. You won't want to miss it!
    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 37 min
    015: Moving From New York to Portugal

    015: Moving From New York to Portugal

    If you have a friend in Europe, you often hear how many European countries they’ve traveled to because it’s so easy and cheap. Many Americans dream of being able to do this. What happens when you turn that dream into a reality? On this week’s podcast, we speak with Allison and hear how and why she and her family moved from New York to Portugal. She’ll speak about the cultural differences, how she and her husband could afford this move, provide tips for parents, and more. 
    Listen to Allison now on the @Planes, Trains, & Kids abroad travel podcast at www.bigworldpub.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    You can find out more about Allison at www.renovatinglife.com.

    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 45 min
    014: Solo Dad Travel Adventures in South Africa

    014: Solo Dad Travel Adventures in South Africa

    Dax Hamman is a proud father to four girls and currently lives between the U.S. and England. When his girls were five and seven, they made a goal to travel to 30 countries by the age of 16 years old. They have now been to 40 countries. Listen as Dax shares fascinating stories including the time his daughters were almost eaten by a wild animal and the time he got stopped for smuggling his wife in the trunk of his car. You’ll also hear the struggles he’s faced traveling solo as a dad with his kids. Such an interesting conversation, and you won’t want to miss it!
    Dax is a Partner at HiveCast.fm. To find out more about Dax, go to https://dax.fyi

    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 28 min
    013: Dan Santat & the Middle School Trip to Europe that Changed His Life

    013: Dan Santat & the Middle School Trip to Europe that Changed His Life

    Parents talk about how traveling abroad changed their child’s life, but what does the child think? Available this week, we’ll hear from Dan Santat and his latest memoir about the middle school trip to Europe that changed his life. Dan is not only a #1 New York Times best-selling author, but he’s a Caldecott winner, Author/Illustrator of over 100 titles, and the creator of the Disney animated hit The Replacements. You won’t want to miss this episode!

    Find out more about Dan at: https://dansantat.tumblr.com/

    Be sure to check out the host's award-winning picture book, Travel Rangers: Mission to Australia, at: https://bigworldpub.com/ Kids will have fun learning about Australia and they'll be in awe as augmented reality technology brings the book to life with digital pop-ups of both 3D creations and real-life video footage. Don't miss this adventure!
    Sign up to be a podcast guest at: https://bigworldpub.com/travel-podcast-guest/

    To get updates on upcoming podcasts, share stories, pictures, or tips, or ask questions related to family travel abroad, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/planestrainskidsabroadtravelpodcast/

    • 1 hr 3 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

Rebel Kate Randy ,

An Awesome Show for Adventurous Parents!

Erika Bud has created something unparalleled for adventurous parents who wish to inspire their children to explore the world.

estoen ,

Excellent!

One of my favorite family travel podcasts! Always great interviews.

LidiaAM ,

Passionate host. Interesting topic.

Erika loves talking about the topic of living and traveling abroad with kids, and that enthusiasm really shows in her podcast. She has found people to interview from all walks of life who are leading lives abroad. Her questions are interesting and engaging. Definitely worth listening to this show if the topic piques your interest.

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