One of the biggest misconceptions about long-term travel is that it feels like vacation every day. In reality, we expect it feels much closer to normal life — just in different places.
Why Routine Matters
Predictability reduces stress
Especially important for a child
Helps prevent decision fatigue
A Flexible Day Structure
Learning time
Movement
Meals – we still hope to prepare most meals ourselves just like at home.
Downtime – essential to prevent burnout
Adjusted by location and travel days
Health on the Road
Preventive mindset – we will be up to date on our preventative care before leaving. Mammograms, vaccination schedules, eye and dental visits, etc are not negotiable.
Walking as default exercise
Sleep protection – ear plugs for sure!
Simple food choices
Letting Go of Perfection
Some days will be messy
Some plans will change
That’s not failure — that’s travel, embrace it!
This season isn’t about necessarily doing more. It’s about living differently, with intention, while staying grounded in the basics that keep us well.
The Wandering Koi 
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