20 Aug
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Technology around the world.

Posted By: Baigrie Family in General, Preparation    

As I am generally not a technological minded person I have spent hours reviewing the tech lists of other RTW blogs.  I have researched netbooks versus notebooks; iPod versus DS for kids and the best digital camera.  Am I any clearer on what to get?  Not entirely.  Should we buy here in Australia?  Should I buy before my trip to USA and get the Traveller’s Tax Rebate? ...

1 Aug
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Get packing (the house, not a backpack yet).

Posted By: Baigrie Family in General, Preparation    

As soon as we decided we were embarking on our overseas adventure I started packing.  As an experienced mover (more than 15 moves in 17 years with student exchange, university and work); I know how to pack a box! 

So far I have packed about 4 tea chest size boxes with all those things we are keeping like Harris and Patrick’s baby and school memorabilia.  Also packed two...

1 Aug
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What to pack for 12 months RTW?

Posted By: Baigrie Family in General, Packing List, Preparation    

Where do you even start when trying to put together a list for 2 adults and 2 children for 12 months of RTW travel?  A good start is with the lists posted on other blogs.  Let other people do at least some of the thinking!  Based on the wonderful ideas of those that have paved the way before us, plus a few extra of our own ‘necessities’ I have put together a comprehensive...