Welcome
...to a place of connection, camaraderie, exploration, and encouragement
During our worldschooling ventures, we've crossed paths with numerous families living this non-traditional lifestyle... and honestly, there is nothing more refreshing than sharing time and experiences with you!
Worldschoolers are unique:
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We prioritize travel and experiential learning
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We live and learn outside of the box
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We're willing to step out of our comfort zone
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Others may call us fearless, courageous, inspirational, crazy or even foolish...but all we know is we are unequivocally drawn to travel. However, a life of wanderlust is not without its challenges.
Sometimes we hit a rut; sometimes it gets lonely; and sometimes we need reassurance and guidance from others who know what it's like to live unconventionally.
Join our Mobile Communities
Though we are a resilient bunch, perfectly capable of traveling on our own...doesn't it sound wonderful to access a portable community designed for worldschoolers by worldschoolers?
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Pop-ups are the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals while exploring the planet together. Our week-long, casual itineraries allow you to engage in local offerings, immerse in nature, and forge lasting friendships...ideal for those beginning their worldschool adventure as well as seasoned travelers!
Welcome home.
What's a Pop-Up?
Our pop-ups are temporary, mobile, week-long gatherings designed to bring worldschoolers together to develop community and explore our planet. Pop-ups can happen at any location, at any time.
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These get-togethers bring some expected experiences: visit the museum, swim at the beach, stroll the farmers' market... but also leave room for unexpected, spontaneous adventure.
Our flexible schedules allow the group to create impromptu adjustments as they desire. Maybe everyone wants a day to sleep in or a family game night or even a grand-finale-hair-dying-extravaganza...that's a shoutout to you Madison 2021 Pop-Up Crew!
Upcoming Pop-Ups
Tue, Jan 28Abu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesJan 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 03, 2025, 4:00 PMAbu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesJan 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 03, 2025, 4:00 PMAbu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Abu Dhabi and the Al Ain Oasis from January 28 - February 3. We'll explore the Al Ain Oasis, the Grand Mosque, beaches, palaces, museums, learning centers, and attend a desert festival!
Sun, Feb 02North ShoreFeb 02, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 08, 2025, 4:00 PMNorth Shore, Kilauea, HI 96754, USAFeb 02, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 08, 2025, 4:00 PMNorth Shore, Kilauea, HI 96754, USAA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Kauai, Hawaii from February 2 - 8, 2025. We'll swim in waterfalls, tour local farms, stop by the Kilauea Lighthouse and Bird Sanctuary, snorkel, check out local food trucks, and enjoy all the beautiful nature of the Garden Isle!
Mon, Feb 10Taipei City, TaiwanFeb 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 16, 2025, 4:00 PMTaipei City, Taiwan
Tue, Feb 11Muscat, OmanFeb 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 17, 2025, 4:00 PMMuscat, OmanFeb 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – Feb 17, 2025, 4:00 PMMuscat, OmanA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Muscat, Oman and the Desert Dunes from February 11 - 17. We'll explore mosques, forts, beaches, museums, and venture out into the desert for petroglyph spotting, hiking, sledding and more!
Sun, Mar 09Córdoba, SpainMar 09, 2025, 12:00 PM – Mar 15, 2025, 4:00 PMCórdoba, Spain
Fri, Mar 21Osaka, JapanMar 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – Mar 27, 2025, 4:00 PMOsaka, JapanMar 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – Mar 27, 2025, 4:00 PMOsaka, JapanA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Osaka, Japan, March 21 - 27, 2024. We plan to visit explore the Osaka Castle, temples, parks, zoos, Tempozan marketplace & giant Ferris wheel, waterfalls, and maybe a traditional onsen bath!
Sat, Mar 22SevilleMar 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – Mar 28, 2025, 4:00 PMSeville, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Seville, SpainMar 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – Mar 28, 2025, 4:00 PMSeville, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Seville, SpainA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Sevilla, Spain, March 22 - 28, 2025. We plan to visit museums, cathedrals, parks, palaces, Roman ruins, and walk around the centro, the river, and more!
Tue, Apr 08Sydney NSW, AustraliaApr 08, 2025, 12:00 PM – Apr 14, 2025, 4:00 PMSydney NSW, Australia
Sun, Apr 13Vienna, AustriaApr 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – Apr 19, 2025, 4:00 PMVienna, Austria
Sat, May 03Budapest, HungaryMay 03, 2025, 12:00 PM – May 09, 2025, 4:00 PMBudapest, Hungary
Fri, Jun 13Sibiu, RomaniaJun 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jun 19, 2025, 4:00 PMSibiu, Romania
Tue, Jul 01Sarajevo, Bosnia and HerzegovinaJul 01, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jul 07, 2025, 4:00 PMSarajevo, Bosnia and HerzegovinaJul 01, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jul 07, 2025, 4:00 PMSarajevo, Bosnia and HerzegovinaA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Sarajevo from July 1 - 7, 2025. Highlights include local markets, the Childhood War Museum (war from a child's perspective), thermal pools, playgrounds, local history museums, and much more!
Sat, Jul 12Berlin, GermanyJul 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jul 18, 2025, 4:00 PMBerlin, GermanyJul 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jul 18, 2025, 4:00 PMBerlin, GermanyA week-long gathering for traveling families to explore Berlin from July 12 - 18, 2025. We can't hit it all in a week but highlights include iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall, world-class museums, parks, play places, and of course, some great cuisine!
Two Thumbs Up!
Something extraordinary happens when worldschoolers gather... it's hard to believe unless you've seen it with your own eyes.
We are welcomed and strengthened in this unique mobile community. Because we all relate to the challenge of living an unconventional lifestyle, we allow ourselves to connect on deeper levels.
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Kids naturally play in multi-aged groups
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Adults find a sounding board to hone their lifestyle strategies
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Experiences are shared, respected, and valued
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Families glean information from each other
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Everyone belongs
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Our past participants resonate with this welcoming, non-judgmental vibe. It really feels like you're meeting long-lost friends for the first time.
Contact Us
Questions? Feedback? More ideas for us? Found a broken link? We'd love to hear about it! We will get back to you as soon as we can. ~The Carlsons
PS If you do have a question... please check our FAQs first, I answer lots of the same inquiries so it's likely your answer is already there.