Traveling toddler has already seen 24 countries aged 2
Atoddler has already visited five continents and 24 countries — and he’s not even three. Alina and Andrei Ceclan, from Clujnapoca, Romania, said they got ‘sick of the routine’ and started traveling around the world with their twoand-a-half-year-old in June last year, according to Mirror.
The tot has already beat most adults to visiting some of the world’s most breathtaking sights, including Machu Pichu, temples in Thailand and the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the US.
He also boasts stunning shots of himself standing before the Caribbean pink salt pans in Bonaire and at the foot of Chichen Itza in Mexico.
Eric’s mother Alina, 34, said, “We always loved traveling and tried to visit new places each holiday.
“Having a kid wasn’t a reason to change our lifestyle, we just adjusted our travel plans.
“We started with short trips when he was a new born and then a three week road trip through Italy after he turned six months.
“We had great moments traveling together, which encouraged us to continue.
“We were sick of the same routine and hated the fact that our son was spending more time with other people than with us.
“There was no better use of our time than to spend it together, visiting beautiful places.
“Starting this journey was the best decision we’ve ever made.”
During their latest adventure only, the Cechlans have been through four continents and 14 countries.
They manage to afford it by traveling light, getting cheap or free accommodation in change for flashing reviews,
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Despite the struggle of being constantly on the go, Alina said seeing what the world has to offer to her son is invaluable
“There’s no daycare, nanny, grandparents or friends to watch the kid from time to time.
“We are together 24/7 and only have free moments during his nap time.
“We sometimes miss a relaxing dinner for two or an evening out with friends.
“We are amazed at how many things he remembers and the associations he’s already making.
“You get the chance to see how little you need in terms of material possessions, including for the child.”
At present, the family are in Singapore “a child friendly but very expensive city” and plan on carrying on with their travels until Eric starts school.
“There are lots of misconceptions that it is difficult, or dangerous, or not worth the trouble because they won’t remember anything.
“You can’t understand the huge positive impact travel has on the little ones and on the whole family until you see it with your own eyes.” RABAT SUDAN
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