Wanderlust Haaks
Slow Travel | Real Family Budgets | Meaningful Global Experiences
About Us
Hey, we’re a family of four who swapped the rushed vacations for something slower, deeper, and way more connected.
We travel with our two young kids, living abroad one place at a time, and sharing honest stories, city budgets, and tips for families who want more than just a whirlwind trip. If you're dreaming about traveling longer but aren’t sure where to start — you're not alone (and you're in the right place).
Latest Blog Posts
Street Art in Penang: A Family-Friendly Guide to Exploring George Town’s Murals
If you’ve ever wished museums felt more alive for your kids, let me tell you, exploring street art in Penang is about as far from a stuffy gallery as you can get. Instead of whispered voices and “don’t touch” signs, you’ve got murals your kids can climb on, colorful 3D installations they can pose with, and an entire city that’s turned its walls into an open-air playground.
The Habitat Penang Hill: Everything Parents Need to Know Before Visiting
When we were in Penang, Malaysia, our days in George Town were full with hawker food, street art, busy markets. But after a few mornings of that same rhythm, I wanted something different for the kids. Somewhere green, somewhere calmer. That’s when we decided to take them to the habitat penang hill.
Kek Lok Si Temple in Penang with Kids
When we were in Penang, Malaysia, one place that kept coming up was Kek Lok Si Temple. It’s the largest Buddhist temple in the country, built up the hillside in Air Itam, just about 15 to 20 minutes from George Town by Grab.
