Moving from Australia to Bali with Kids: Our Family Gap Year Experience

Meet Rachael and Andy, an Australian family who pressed pause on “normal life,” quit their jobs, and spent 10 months living, homeschooling, and reconnecting in Bali with their two kids, Emmy and Eli. In this open and heartfelt conversation with Simone, founder of Our Year in Bali, they share what family life in Bali is really like, from choosing Sanur, navigating housing, finding community, and adjusting to the slower pace of island life. Whether you're dreaming of a family gap year, planning a move to Bali, or wondering if homeschooling abroad is possible, this interview gives you an honest, practical look into the experience. Chapter Timestamps 0:36 – Why they decided to take a family gap year 2:10 – Why Bali felt right for their family 4:24 – Homeschooling vs. school: finding the right balance 6:56 – Housing challenges & settling into island life 9:55 – The kindness, culture & daily life with Balinese people 12:01 – Cost of living in Bali & budgeting realistically 14:26 – Final reflections + advice for families planning a move Read Their Full Story: https://ouryearinbali.com/family-move... Thinking About Moving to Bali? We Can Help you! At Our Year in Bali, we support families, professionals, and retirees relocating with confidence, from visas and housing to schools, cost of living, and settling in smoothly. ✔ 1:1 relocation support ✔ Tailored guidance on schools and housing ✔ Community connections ✔ Practical checklists & expert advice Be a member and get all the support you need: https://ouryearinbali.com/our-services Visit our website: ouryearinbali.com Book a free discovery call: https://calendly.com/ouryearinbali/30min Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @ouryearinbali Email: [email protected] Want more Bali family stories? Visit More Expats stories on our website: https://ouryearinbali.com/expat-life/... Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and discover more interviews, real family experiences, Bali relocation tips, and life behind the scenes on the island!