The World Rounded Podcast

A ferry, two busses, two trains, and an exhausted Uber instead of the metro, but the Williams family finally made it to Paris. On this episode Matt and Claire share the delightful surprise of their airbnb being a primary residence, adventures in French grocery shopping (France doesn't subscribe to the very American "open 24 hours"), and the highs and lows of life in a 15th century converted monastery. This episode is the first of several covering the month the Williams family spent in France. Email us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.comConnect on Instagram: @ClaireHWilliams

The World Rounded Podcast is back for season 2! Matt and Claire dive in to everything their family saw, ate, and explored in London...plus where they stayed. Including an unconventional accommodation adventure in Greenwich.From the modern art museum with a top notch children's area (ideal for a snooze), to the best spot to grab lunch, to the ultimate world history and culture collection,  probably the biggest on the planet!Matt and Claire share their favorite spots so you can complete your London visit list. And what travel conversation would be complete without an "unpopular opinion" about what to leave off your London itinerary? But first....they share a quick update on life since the last WR episode, including traveling to El Salvador. 

The Williams family's time in Scotland was full of history, beauty, excitement, fun - and it was the first time they gave their accommodation philosophy a go!It worked so well, they implemented it in most of the countries they visited after Scotland. Listen in to learn what they recommend when you are looking for where to stay - no matter where that might be in the world! Also, take a sip every time Claire and Matt pronounce a Scottish city incorrectly! Cheers.Listen in, get inspired, and take the leap!Follow Claire on Instagram at: @ClaireHWilliamsEmail us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.com

What's stopping you from planning and executing the travel adventure of your dreams? Perhaps it's the HOW?!"How will we know where to go, and how will we get around without spending buckets of money using a ride share service?"If this is a question you've asked yourself - listen in as Claire and Matt share one of their top app recommendations.Thank you for listening. We'd love to hear from you!Feel free to email any time at:WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.comFollow Claire on Instagram at: @ClaireHWilliamsIf you'd like to support this podcast please leave us a five star rating, and write a review. Thank you!

Ireland...let's go! Where the Williams family stayed, what they did, experiences they had, and their top recommendations for you! Join Claire and Matt for a discussion about their time in Ireland as a family. It's a quick overview, with plenty of ideas and suggestions for your time on the Emerald Isle. 

It's a very special World Rounded Wednesday. The anniversary of departure day!Join Claire and Matt for a conversation about the day they left for their trip around the world. They discuss a travel hiccup on day one, emotions now looking back on the year, and what part of full time travel did they not anticipate having such a huge impact. Along with more thoughts and insight. Join us!We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.comLet's be friends on Instagram: @ClaireHWilliamsThank you for your five star ratings, written reviews, and just subscribing and following along. We are very grateful for your support. 

"Ten Travel Tips" rolls off the tongue, but a more appropriate title for today's episode might be something along the lines of:  "Thoughts and Perspectives on Travel" - but alas alliteration (and simplicity) for the win!Today's conversation is a little different from previous episodes. Listen in to hear a round up of Claire and Matt's top tips - and as always feel free to email us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.com and share with us your top travel tips. We'd love to hear from you.

Do you dream of traveling the world, but can't get past the idea of leaving your career behind to do so? Maybe you're on board with the idea, but your partner isn't so sure? THIS episode is for you! Claire and Matt discuss the thought process of stepping away from life - and specifically Matt stepping away from an industry he worked 17 years in - and a company he had worked at for 11 years. Claire and Matt discuss: - Their thought process in preparing to step away from normal life.- When and how Matt told the company he worked for that he was leaving for a year.- IF they had a plan for after the adventure.-Did they ever consider moving abroad? ALL this and more is part of this conversation. Many thanks to one of YOU - who messaged to ask if the topic of leaving your career could be discussed in more detail. Your feedback and questions are very much appreciated and always welcomed. Please feel free to reach out to us via email at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.com or direct message Claire on instagram: @ClaireHWilliamsTravel light, travel far, and travel together! 

You've packed your clothing, now what? What else do you need to travel the world smoothly, and safely - all while keeping your budget and the earth in mind? Listen in as Claire and Matt share the details of everything they packed for their year abroad. This finely tuned list covers all the bases. From technology, to gear, to games, to documents that were never needed - Claire and Matt share it all with a few travel stories mixed in for fun.Thank you to those who direst messaged and emailed your packing highs and lows!This episode kicks off with your stories. Smart highs, and hilariously embarrassing lows. Proof we are all just packing-works-inprogress. Please visit www.worldrounded.net for more information.Email us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.comFollow along on Instagram: @clairehwilliams 

Travel light, travel far and travel together! On this episode Claire and Matt discuss the ins and outs of how they packed for a year abroad as a family of five. They share what they chose to pack in, how much they brought, and what kind of mindset is necessary for a successful trip, whether that's a week, or a year.Hard shell suitcases, rolling duffles, two wheels, four wheels, and backpacks...oh my! How do you pick what vessel is best for your adventure? Tune in and hear how the Williams family thought through all the decisions one must make pre trip. Claire and Matt simplify packing and will set your mind at ease in order to empower you to be the ultimate light packer you've always wanted to be.After all, less stuff allows you to be more nimble and that ultimately allows for more ADVENTURE!ALSO, please email us at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.com (or message Claire on Instagram on: @ClaireHWilliams) your packing highs and lows, we want to hear about your successes and your horror stories.Thank you for listening, and happy travels. 

What's the best credit card for travel? How do you access your cash abroad with the least amount of transaction fees? Let's talk about what cards Claire and Matt used and loved while traveling the world, plus their tried and true tips for avoiding disaster.From copies to have before you depart, to products that saved the day, to small changes that end up making a BIG difference when the what-ifs of travel occur. And of course, no World Rounded episode would be complete without a funny story or two. Claire's rental car whoops in Australia proved that their travel credit card was a great choice in the end. Listen in, and reach out!Email us anytime at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.comThank you for listening. If you'd like to support this podcast, please give it a five star rating, write a review, and send an episode to a fellow traveler. Your support means the world. Thank you! 

Do you think international travel insurance plans and travel medicine are overwhelming topics?  Not to mention, dry as a bone to discuss?  If so, this episode will prove otherwise!  Join Claire and Matt as they simplify what you need to know, and what you need to have in order to travel the world with peace of mind. From different insurance options to consider (international travel health insurance, emergency evacuation insurance, trip cancelation coverage) to how to navigate and think through a pre travel medical immunization plan. Malaria, yellow fever, and rabies...oh my!And no World Rounded episode would be complete without a little story time aside. Did Claire need to get rabies shots while abroad? Was Matt's hair hurting in Indonesia? Listen in and find out.Thank you for you for supporting The World Rounded Podcast by following/subscribing, rating, writing a review, and sending an episode to a fellow traveler. The World Rounded Podcast would love to hear from you! Email us questions and feedback at: WorldRoundedPodcast@gmail.com

Claire and Matt discuss the macro preparation steps required to put their normal life on hold and travel the world for a year. They answer some commonly asked questions about what they had to do. Did you sell or rent your house? What did you do with all of your stuff? Did your dog travel with you? Where did your mail go for a year?Listen and find out. 

Step one: a big dream is born. Step two: time to start planning! Episode 2 is all about the beginning stages of making a plan to travel around the world. Where to go....when to be there...what hemisphere at what time of year?!? Matt and Claire discuss everything from busting out a big atlas, to making their dream location list, to how they figured out what direction they would travel around the planet. East, West?  They discuss their standing Saturday morning shed date, working with AirTreks, what a RTW (round the world) ticket is, and why a more fluid schedule allowed for more spontaneity, and ultimately more adventure! 

"Let's sell everything and travel the world." Matt said this to Claire for years, and then one day they decided to do it. Listen to the backstory of why they decided to step out of normal life, and into their dream of traveling the world with their children.

The Williams family left work, school and normal life behind to take a year long trip around the world. Twenty-six countries, six continents, and countless life-expanding experiences, funny stories, and lessons learned. So let's talk about it! The how, the why, the details of moving a family of five across the planet. Join hosts, Claire and Matt Williams as they discuss their family gap year story, share travel tips, and interview fellow travelers. Claire and Matt are passionate about encouraging family travel, eco tourism, and sharing ways to make meaningful connections while traveling. The World Rounded Podcast exists to inspire and educate families to achieve their big travel goals. Whether that's a week away or a gap year journey around the world. Welcome to The World Rounded Podcast. Let's go!