Why This American Family Moved to Bali With 2 Kids | 6 Months Living in Bali

Thinking about moving to Bali with your family? In this interview, Simone Collins, founder of Our Year in Bali, visits Brad and Grace at their home in Sanur to hear about their experience after leaving California and relocating to Bali with their two young children. After around six months of living in Bali, they share what family life is really like, from choosing schools and finding community to the cost of living, cultural adjustments, and the challenges they didn't expect. Brad and Grace explain why they decided to leave their life in California, how they prepared for such a major move, why they chose Sanur, and what surprised them most about raising children in Bali. They also share their experience finding schools, helping their children settle in, adapting to a different pace of life, and learning when to let go of the way they used to do things in America. They talk openly about the realities of living in Bali, not just the beautiful beaches and tropical lifestyle, including rainy-season challenges, different systems, traffic, geckos, household responsibilities, and the importance of respecting and adapting to the local culture. For their children, however, some of the simplest everyday experiences have become the most meaningful, from visiting local markets and seeing Balinese traditions to learning Bahasa, riding scooters, and experiencing a completely different way of life. Chapters: 00:00 – From California to Bali 01:08 – How They Started Their Family 04:53 – Why They Decided to Move 05:19 – Why They Chose Bali & Sanur 06:15 – Moving From a 3,000 Sq Ft Home to 12 Boxes 07:41 – Moving to Bali With Young Kids 08:59 – Daily Family Life in Bali 11:47 – Making Friends & Finding Community 14:44 – Why They Love Sanur 17:22 – The Cost of Living in Bali 21:42 – Their Experience With Our Year in Bali 25:20 – Choosing Schools for Their Kids 42:45 – The Reality of Life in Bali 45:06 – What Bali Has Given Their Children 51:49 – Would They Do It Again? Moving to Bali with children can feel like a huge leap. Brad and Grace are living it—and sharing what family life is really like beyond the Instagram posts. Thinking about moving to Bali with your family? Book a free discovery call with our team and let's discuss your relocation plans, lifestyle goals, budget, visa options, schooling, and the best areas of Bali to suit your family. Book Your Free Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/ouryearinbali/30... Explore Our Bali Relocation Services: https://ouryearinbali.com/our-services Whether you're planning to move to Bali with children, relocate full-time, work remotely, start a business, or simply explore a different way of life, we're here to help make the process easier and more informed.