Full Passport Family

helping parents raise curious & resilient global citizens

About Our Family

We’re high school sweethearts who now live in Africa with our two young kids. Read more about us here.

Wondering if traveling with young kids is for you?

Jenny Nakata MSW/MPH

Mom & Writer of Full Passport Family

Smiling multicultural family of four poses together under a clay archway in a narrow alley, capturing a joyful moment during their family travel experience. The setting suggests a destination rich in history and architecture, highlighting a sense of cultural connection.

Traveling with young children can be daunting, I get it. I recently braved a 26 hour flight with a baby and a 5 year old and it wasn’t easy. I’m here to share my experience, tips, and stories of traveling and moving overseas with children.

With a little inspiration, encouragement, a good sense of humor and lots of snacks, traveling with kids is 100% doable and can be fun and meaningful too!

I’m a social worker, traveler to over 40 countries, and mom of two young children. I’m passionate about raising resilient, empathetic global citizens and fostering their curiosity.

With over a decade of experience supporting families and children’s social-emotional wellbeing, I bring a unique perspective to navigating the ups and downs of family travel and international living.

I’m proud to share cultural connection questions throughout our blog—easy conversation starters to help kids engage with the world more thoughtfully. We use these with our children as we travel and I hope you find them useful too.

Whether you’re navigating a move abroad, planning a family trip, or just looking for ways to raise globally minded children, you’ll find practical support and heartfelt inspiration. I’m so glad you’re here.