They Built Successful Careers in Medicine — Then Chose a Less Traditional Life | @Wanderlust.Haaks

Traveling the world with your kids is amazing — until something goes very hilariously wrong on a bus in Mexico.. In this episode of Take the Trip Podcast, I sit down with Anna from Wanderlust.Haaks for an honest conversation about family travel, parenting on the road, and the real-life chaos that comes with it.We talk about what it’s actually like to travel as a family — from navigating customs disasters and budgets, to raising independent kids through cultural immersion and learning to loosen control as a parent. This episode is proof that family travel isn’t perfect — but it’s powerful, doable, and incredibly rewarding.If you’ve ever wondered:Can you really travel with kids without losing your mind?What are the estimated costs of long-term international stays?Is it worth it to trade your successful career for a life of travel and adventure with your kids?…this one’s for you.In this episode, we talk about:• Hilarious (and slightly embarrassing!) family travel stories • What traveling with kids really teaches you about parenting • Cultural observations that all parents should consider • Travel tips for families — including budgeting, logistics, and flexibility • Why community looks different around the world (and why it matters) • How travel helped Anna reconnect with herself after burnout • The beautiful truth: travel with kids is messy, meaningful, and memorableWhether you’re traveling full-time, planning your first big family trip, or just love real talk — this conversation will make you laugh, nod along, and maybe start Googling flights.Follow Anna: Instagram: @wanderlust.haaks Facebook: Wanderlusthaaks YouTube: @wanderlustHaaks TikTok: @wanderlust.haaks Website - Including Travel Guides! Support our Episode Sponsors: Whether you’re gearing up for winter or dealing with it as it comes, etrailer helps keep you on the road with gear like tire chains, battery chargers, floor mats, and recovery equipment you can trust. Head to ⁠etraile⁠r to find winter gear that fits your vehicle and handles whatever the season throws at you. Thinking about upgrading your RV power system? ⁠Battle Born⁠ offers a full lineup of lithium battery solutions built for reliable, off-grid energy. Whether you’re a weekend traveler or a full-time RVer, Battle Born is a trusted name for powering life on the road so you can spend less time worrying about power and more time enjoying the journey. 🎙️ Take the Trip Podcast➡️ Subscribe for unfiltered travel, real people, and conversations that don’t fit in a box. Come say hey at @takethetripfam