Spotted a review about a family overlanding with their 3 children to Australia using a Toyota LC - I know not a LR but just though I'd mention in case anyone interested. They were in London Metro newspaper a couple of days ago. Thought might be useful for overlanders with children. They only decided in Jan and are leaving in May and here's me spending 2 years to get organised with our children in LR. Have other sites about travelling with children by the way - none LR's (can't seem to find any - all Toyotas! or aeroplanes - should I be a wee bit concerned!!? - no - nothing else will do - LR all part of the dream for us!) - anyway - if anyone interested, let me know as have been researching loads where children concerned - anything from education to safety, comfort, in car entertainment, routine plan, route plan, general tips etc. etc.
I'm feeling bit sick (and jealous - I want to go now!!!!!) that someone has beat us to the Oz route with kiddies but hope to learn from their experiences and will be following their antics. Can't believe they've managed to pull it together in such a short time but circumstances seem to be right for them - they have the cash, no home (have sold) and mum is a teacher. My concerns are whether the children will be rushed through each day to get to Oz in 7 months - may end up being knackered - and also how much preparation they have allowed themselves and the kids - I believe proper preparation for selves and children for such a long trip to ensure well grounded (it will take us 11 months minimum before we actually hit Oz). Such a trip much different to a 2-week hol - all have to mentally prepared but maybe I am being too serious about it. Anyhow - maybe they have got it right - just grabbing the bull by the horns and doing it. Good luck to them (and sorry for using the TLC swear word on this site - giggle!). If anyone knows of anyone or any sites where LR used long-haul overland with children - please could they let me know. Cheers.
I'm feeling bit sick (and jealous - I want to go now!!!!!) that someone has beat us to the Oz route with kiddies but hope to learn from their experiences and will be following their antics. Can't believe they've managed to pull it together in such a short time but circumstances seem to be right for them - they have the cash, no home (have sold) and mum is a teacher. My concerns are whether the children will be rushed through each day to get to Oz in 7 months - may end up being knackered - and also how much preparation they have allowed themselves and the kids - I believe proper preparation for selves and children for such a long trip to ensure well grounded (it will take us 11 months minimum before we actually hit Oz). Such a trip much different to a 2-week hol - all have to mentally prepared but maybe I am being too serious about it. Anyhow - maybe they have got it right - just grabbing the bull by the horns and doing it. Good luck to them (and sorry for using the TLC swear word on this site - giggle!). If anyone knows of anyone or any sites where LR used long-haul overland with children - please could they let me know. Cheers.