SMITHS ON TOUR
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SMITHS ON TOUR 🌍
🌍 Smiths On Tour – Family Travel & Worldschooling Adventures
Dreaming of family travel, freedom, and unforgettable adventures with your kids? Welcome to Smiths On Tour—a UK family who sold everything, grabbed our 12-year-old Tilly, and set off to travel the world full-time.
Here you’ll find budget travel tips, worldschooling advice, and family-friendly destinations we’ve discovered along the way. From the hilarious mishaps to the heartwarming moments, we share the real truth about traveling with kids—no filters, just stories, guidance, and inspiration.
👉 Join our journey on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube—and start planning your own adventure today!
📖 Smiths On Tour Story
✈️ Our Story – Family Travel, Worldschooling & Budget Adventures
We’re Smiths On Tour, an ordinary Yorkshire family who stopped waiting for “one day” and chose to live it now. After years of 9-to-5 jobs, bills, and barely seeing each other, we sold everything, packed a suitcase each, and set off to travel full-time as a family on the search for a better lifestyle.
We’re not wealthy globe-trotters—just parents figuring out budget family travel and worldschooling as we go. We’re here to inspire other families to see that there’s another way to live—one with more freedom, connection, and adventure.
Stick with us for real stories, tips, and laughs that prove extraordinary journeys are possible for everyday families!
Meet the Family Behind the Journey…
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![Emma Smithson with camel at Dubai Airport during Smiths on Tour family travel journey.]()
EMMA
MUMMA
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![Joe Smithson in front of waterfall at Chom Cafe restaurant Chiang Mai during Smiths on Tour family travel adventure.]()
JOE
PAPPA
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![Teegan Smithson, eldest daughter of Smiths On Tour full time travelling family.]()
TEEGAN
FIRST BORN
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![Tilly Smithson in Panama, youngest daughter of Smiths On Tour full time travelling family.]()
TILLY
TWEEN
🗓️ Smiths On Tour Life in a Timeline – Family Travel & Adventures
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![Joe and Emma Smithson childhood photo from when they first met, featured on Smiths on Tour family travel blog.]()
2007- Joe and I Met (both 16)
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![Emma Smithson holding newborn Teegan at birth, a precious family moment featured on Smiths on Tour travel blog.]()
2008- Teegan was born (Became parents at 17)
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![Joe Smithson in army uniform waiting to be deployed, personal story featured on Smiths on Tour family travel blog.]()
2009- Joes army days began (at 17)
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![Emma and Joe Smithson wedding day 2011, beginning their journey together before Smiths on Tour family travel adventures.]()
2011- Got married (at 19)
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![Newborn Tilly Smithson at birth, precious family moment shared on Smiths on Tour travel blog.]()
2012- Tilly was born (at 21)
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![Old family photo of the Smithsons, capturing roots and memories featured on Smiths on Tour travel blog.]()
2011- 2017- Family growing up within the army (moving around often)
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![Joe and Emma Smithson buying their first house in Ripon, milestone moment shared on Smiths on Tour family travel blog.]()
2017- Bought our first home in Ripon (at 25)
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![Joe Smithson working as an engineer in front of a gas engine, before starting the Smiths on Tour family travel adventure.]()
2017- Joe started career in Engineering/Civilian life (at 26)
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![Emma Smithson graduating with first-class honors as an occupational therapist before Smiths on Tour family travel journey.]()
2022- Emma graduated as an Occupational Therapist (at 31)
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![Emma Smithson tired after a long shift working for the NHS before starting Smiths on Tour family travel adventures.]()
2022-2024- Working in the NHS and the Council
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![Emma Smithson and daughter Teegan shopping in the UK before Smiths on Tour family travel adventure.]()
2024- Teegan moved in with Grandma
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![Tilly Smithson in school uniform after being told she won’t be returning to school, a pivotal moment in Smiths on Tour family travel story.]()
2024- Took Tilly out of school and left our jobs
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![Smiths on Tour family with suitcases ready to leave the UK, beginning their full-time travel adventure.]()
2025- Sold everything we own and said goodbye to the UK!
Recent Updates!
🌍 How Did All This Begin?
World- Schooling
“The world is the classroom — and curiosity leads the way.”
✈️ Our Family Travels – Kid-Friendly Adventures & Destinations
✅ Smiths On Tour Approved: Family Travel Gear We Actually Use & Love
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![Smiths On Tour Approved Insta360 camera with exclusive promo code]()
Capture Every Family Adventure with Insta360
Take your travel memories to the next level! The Insta360 camera is compact, kid-friendly, and perfect for snapping epic waterpark slides, jungle treks, and family fun. 🎥✨
👉 Click this link and use code INRZFW4 to get our special promotional offer for any item on the Insta360 website!
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![Travel water filter bottle Smiths On Tour Approved with promo link]()
Smiths On Tour Approved: Water-to-Go Bottle for Safe Travel
The Water-to-Go bottle filters water from almost any source — perfect for family adventures and eco-friendly travel. 🌍 It saves money, cuts plastic waste, and keeps us hydrated on the go. 💧
👉 Click this link and use code WTGAW20 for a promo deal and grab your own Smiths On Tour essential!
✅ Smiths On Tour Approved Adventure Days
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![Family white water rafting in Gopeng, Malaysia, enjoying a fun and affordable outdoor adventure together — lots of laughs and excitement on the rapids during their first family rafting experience.]()
White Water Rafting - Malaysia 🇲🇾
Our first white water rafting experience in Gopeng, Malaysia was such a fun family adventure! We laughed nonstop as we tackled the rapids together — a must-do for families visiting Malaysia. It’s exciting, affordable, and full of memories. Don’t miss out — book your Gopeng white water rafting trip today!
Check out our Youtube Video to see the full action!
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![Smiths On Tour mountain biking in Central America, bouquet, panama as a full time travelling family]()
E-Mountain Biking - Boquete, Panama 🇵🇦
Our family loved exploring the BoqueteMountains on an E-Mountain Bike adventure! We rode through the cloud forest, enjoyed stunning views, and stopped for fresh strawberries along the way. A must-do family experience in Panama’s cooler climate — book your Boquete Mountains E-bike tour today!
Check out our Youtube Video to see the full action!
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![Smiths On Tour riding quad bikes on muddy jungle trails in Gopeng]()
ATV Family Adventures- Gopeng 🇲🇾
Our ATV FJ Tour in Gopeng, Malaysia was pure jungle fun! We roared through muddy trails and splashed along the river after a night of rain — the perfect mix of adventure and laughter. It was Tilly’s first quad-bike ride, and she loved it! A must-do family adventure in Malaysia for travellers with kids or teens.
Our Youtube Channel ⬇️
📅 Watch Smiths On Tour – Family Travel & Worldschooling Adventures
New videos every Sunday and Wednesday! Follow our family travel adventures, kid-friendly destinations, and worldschooling experiences from around the globe.
On our channel, you’ll find:
✔️ Practical family travel tips
✔️ Real-life moments with kids on the road
✔️ Cultural exploration and family adventures
✔️ Honest stories, laughs, and inspiration
We’re here to show that traveling the world with kids is possible and full of fun, learning, and unforgettable memories.
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From river rafting to rainbow slides — our stay at Himalaya Campsite, Gopeng was the ultimate family adventure. Colourful igloos, jungle views, and muddy ATV fun made it unforgettable. Perfect for families, travellers with teens, and anyone craving a unique stay in Malaysia.