‘We travel not to escape life, but for life to not escape us’  – Anonymous

After about 15 years in the corporate world, Gaurav and I decided to take a sabbatical from our jobs to spend time with our young kids and aging parents and pursue our dream to travel the world! We did it again 6 years later. We feel lucky to have this opportunity and hope to create memories that will last a lifetime! Through this blog, we aspire to share our journey  with you and leave lasting footprints for our kids to enjoy…..

Introducing the family:

Ayaan: Born in February 2015, Ayaan is a caring, cuddling 3 year old with a great laugh who loves hotels, smores, hot tubs and airplanes.  Ayaan has been to 13 countries on 4 continents prior to this adventure.

Ariana: Born in July 2016, Ariana is almost 2 years old and a typical toddler who is headstrong, has an adorable smile and loves Peppa Pig.  Ariana has been to 9 countries on 4 continents prior to this adventure.

Anjali/Mommy: Mommy has been to 40 countries prior to this adventure and is passionate about food, wine, hotels and memorable experiences.

Anjali’s Trip Goals:

• Build a stronger bond with our kids, each other and our family
• Nurture the kids’ learning through travel and experiences
• Be happy with less
• Be more open minded and open hearted
• Create life long memories
• Return with a renewed spirit!

Gaurav/Daddy: Daddy has been to 43 countries prior to this adventure and loves spending time with family, being silly with the kids, photography and writing.

Gaurav’s Trip Goals:

• Build a stronger bond within our family and for the kids with their grandparents
• For us to spend quality time with our children and parents who are aging.  And do all of this while traveling the world.
• Live a life with less and be healthy
• Develop a new life perspective
• Reconnect with India and have the kids experience the magic of Bombay.
• Hit 50 countries and create memories forever.