Snacks and Suitcases
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:14pt;"><strong>Snacks and Suitcases is an Australian Family travel podcast helping parents travel with kids more confidently.</strong></span></p> <p>Planning a family holiday should be exciting… but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming. From restless kids on long haul flights to finding the perfect family friendly destination, the struggle is real.<br /><br />That’s where Snacks and Suitcases comes in. Hosted by TV presenter, travel enthusiast, and mum Sally Stanton, this podcast dives into the joys and challenges of travelling with kids. Each episode, Sally chats with travel experts, seasoned parents, industry insiders, and even the occasional celebrity, to bring you practical tips, destination inspiration, and plenty of honest, laugh out loud moments.<br /><br />Whether you’re dreaming of Japan, a snow trip, cruising or caravanning with kids or even a tropical island escape, Snacks and Suitcases is here to make travelling with kids a little less chaotic and a lot more fun.<br /><br />So let’s take off, because the world is waiting.<br />And… so are the kids!</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 15, 2026
Living in India with Kids: Expat Life & Family Travel Tips
<p>What is it really like raising kids in India?</p><p>After sharing her flying-with-babies tips in a previous episode, listener favourite Rachel McCallum is back to give us a fascinating glimpse into her family's life as expats in Chennai, India.</p><p>Rachel, her British wife Gemma and their two boys have spent the past eight years living in one of the world's most colourful, chaotic and captivating countries. From navigating culture shocks and organised traffic chaos to raising children in a multilingual, multicultural community, Rachel shares the realities of everyday family life in India.</p><p>We chat about what surprised her most when she first arrived, why India often gets an unfair reputation, and how her boys are growing up surrounded by languages, cultures and friendships from all over the world.</p><p>Thinking of visiting India with kids? Rachel also shares some of her favourite family-friendly destinations, including the iconic Taj Mahal and Kerala's famous houseboats. Plus, we talk food, festivals, school life, expat perks and the unique experiences that make India unlike anywhere else on Earth.</p><p>In this episode we cover:</p><p>• What it's really like living as an expat family in Chennai<br>• Culture shocks and misconceptions about India<br>• Raising kids in a multilingual and multicultural community<br>• Family-friendly destinations in India<br>• Visiting the Taj Mahal with children<br>• Kerala houseboats and why everyone loves Kerala<br>• Indian food, festivals and local traditions<br>• International schools and expat life<br>• Why kids are so celebrated in Indian culture<br>• The realities of travelling India as a family</p><p>Whether you're considering an overseas teaching position, planning a family trip to India or simply curious about expat life abroad, this episode offers a fascinating insider perspective on one of the world's most unforgettable destinations.</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Expat Life in India</p><p>01:59 Cultural Insights and Realities of Chennai</p><p>04:21 Family Life and Kid-Friendly Activities</p><p>06:32 Health and Safety Concerns</p><p>09:51 Navigating the Medical System</p><p>11:20 The Role of Domestic Help</p><p>15:12 Raising a Family as a Same-Sex Couple</p><p>16:12 Multilingual Kids and Cultural Exposure</p><p>18:37 Education System in India</p><p>20:08 Identity and Cultural Integration</p><p>25:00 Traveling in India with Kids</p><p>26:46 Exploring the Taj Mahal: A Family Experience</p><p>29:15 Traveling in India: Tips for Families</p><p>32:49 Must-Visit Destinations in India</p><p>34:40 Cultural Experiences: Markets and Street Food</p><p>38:28 Understanding India's Diverse Festivals</p><p>42:10 School Lunches and Dietary Considerations in India</p><p>48:23 Navigating Allergies and Food Options in India</p><p><strong>Connect</strong></p><p>Thank you so much for listening.</p><p>Please feel free to reach out with any questions via</p><ul><li><a href="@snacksandsuitcasespodcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@snacksandsuitcasespodcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallynanamis/">@sallynanamis</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573641345031">Snacks and Suitcases Facebook Page</a></li><li>Email: <a href="mailto:snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com">snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com </a></li></ul><p>If you’re loving the show, make sure you’re following so you never miss an episode especially if you’ve got a family trip or road trip coming up.</p><p>AND... Don't forget the snacks. </p>
June 8, 2026
Caravanning around Australia with Kids | Passenger Princess Author Simone Skinner Smith
<p><strong>What is it really like to pack up your life, pull the kids out of school and spend a year caravanning around Australia?</strong></p><p>This week on Snacks and Suitcases, Sally Stanton welcomes back Big Lapper and now author Simone Skinner-Smith to chat about her brand new book, Passenger Princess: Underprepared and Overcaffeinated for the Big Lap.</p><p>Last time Simone joined the podcast, her family were still on the road travelling Australia in a caravan with two young boys. Now she’s back home in Sydney, reflecting on the adventure that changed her family forever.</p><p>In this funny, heartfelt and honest conversation, Sally and Simone chat about:</p><ul><li>the reality of van life and caravanning around Australia with kids</li><li>coming home after a year on the road</li><li>family travel challenges and unexpected moments</li><li>the emotional side of the Big Lap</li><li>unforgettable characters they met around Australia</li><li>parenting, resilience and raising adventurous kids</li><li>caravan park life, road trip hacks and travel tips</li><li>self-publishing a book</li><li>why social media only shows half the story</li></ul><p>Simone also shares:</p><ul><li>her favourite destinations around Australia</li><li>the truth about living in a caravan full-time</li><li>funny travel disasters</li><li>Big Lap packing mistakes</li><li>caravan park hacks</li><li>family travel advice for parents dreaming of doing a lap around Australia</li></ul><p>Plus, Simone’s son Louis joins the conversation to answer the Kid’s Corner questions!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode also includes a short discussion relating to mental health and the Blue Tree Project in Australia. Please take care while listening with young children. (at approx 23.26 mark) and open your heart and mind to those needing an old fashioned chat </strong>💙</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Follow Simone: @biglappers or @simoneskinnersmith<br><strong>Book: </strong>Passenger Princess: Underprepared and Overcaffeinated for the Big Lap available on Amazon and Kindle.</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1923680129" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1923680129</a></p><p><strong>Big Lap: Family Road Trip Around Australia (first episode full of tips)</strong></p><p><a href=" https://pod.link/1819621151/episode/c2FsbHlzdGFudG9uLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tLzE4ZjdiZDkzLTg4NWEtM2I3NS1iZTIyLWU1MTIzZjFmYTg3ZA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"> https://pod.link/1819621151/episode/c2FsbHlzdGFudG9uLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tLzE4ZjdiZDkzLTg4NWEtM2I3NS1iZTIyLWU1MTIzZjFmYTg3ZA</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect</strong></p><p>Thank you so much for listening.</p><p>Please feel free to reach out with any questions via</p><ul><li>@snacksandsuitcasespodcast</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallynanamis/">@sallynanamis</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573641345031">Snacks and Suitcases Facebook Page</a></li><li>Email: <a href="mailto:snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com">snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com </a></li></ul><p> </p><p>If you’re loving the show, make sure you’re following so you never miss an episode especially if you’ve got a family trip or road trip coming up.</p><p>And if this episode made you smile, share it with another parent who may need that gentle nudge to set off on a big lap. Because if not now, then when?</p><p>AND... Don't forget the snacks. </p><p>Hosted by Sally Stanton.</p><p> </p>
June 1, 2026
Mid Season Break: Family Travel Podcast back next week
<p>This week on Snacks and Suitcases, Sally is popping into your feed with a quick little update while the podcast takes a short mid-season breather. But no worries as she’ll be back next week with a brand new episode!</p><p>In the meantime, now’s the perfect chance to catch up on any episodes you may have missed…. like road trips around New Zealand, All Inclusive Travel, Cruising with Kids plus loads more family travel ideas and tips. </p><p>Thanks so much for all your support of Snacks and Suitcases. </p><p>Follow <a href="@snacksandsuitcasespodcast " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@snacksandsuitcasespodcast </a>for more family travel inspiration, travel hacks and destination ideas for parents travelling with kids.</p><p>Hosted by Sally Stanton.</p><p><a href=" https://pod.link/1819621151" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Click for more episodes</a></p>
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- What is Snacks and Suitcases?
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:14pt;"><strong>Snacks and Suitcases is an Australian Family travel podcast helping parents travel with kids more confidently.</strong></span></p> <p>Planning a family holiday should be exciting… but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming. From restless kids on long haul flights to finding the perfect family friendly destination, the struggle is real.<br /><br />That’s where Snacks and Suitcases comes in. Hosted by TV presenter, travel enthusiast, and mum Sally Stanton, this podcast dives into the joys and challenges of travelling with kids. Each episode, Sally chats with travel experts, seasoned parents, industry insiders, and even the occasional celebrity, to bring you practical tips, destination inspiration, and plenty of honest, laugh out loud moments.<br /><br />Whether you’re dreaming of Japan, a snow trip, cruising or caravanning with kids or even a tropical island escape, Snacks and Suitcases is here to make travelling with kids a little less chaotic and a lot more fun.<br /><br />So let’s take off, because the world is waiting.<br />And… so are the kids!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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