Building financial freedom without putting life on hold.
We’re a family trying to spend less, travel more and build financial independence — while enjoying the journey along the way.
Right now we’re preparing for our next adventure:
🇹🇭 🇲🇾 🇸🇬
Six weeks in Southeast Asia
Two children. Three countries. One six-year-old temporarily leaving school.
Our FIRE Journey
| Mr Way | Mrs Way |
|---|---|
| £249,581 invested | £249,581 invested |
| Target: £375,000 | Target: £375,000 |
| 66.6% FI | 29.9% FI |
Latest From The Journey
- Monthly Spending – April 2026
- Monthly Spending – March 2026
- Monthly Spending – February 2026
- Monthly Spending – January 2026
- 2025 Financial Review
The Three Parts of A Way to Less
💷 MONEY
FIRE, investing & spending
❤️ LIFE
Minimalism, experiences & finding
the balance
🌍 TRAVEL
Travel, moving abroad & family
Our Story
2013 → FIRE journey begins with first investments
2019 → A Way to Less launched
2021 → Considered moving abroad
2022 → Moved toCaribbean
2023 → Returned to UK
2026 → 66% FI
2027 → chose six weeks of family adventure!
FIRE isn’t just a number. It’s the freedom to make choices.
The £2,500 Challenge
Can we build a great family life for less than £2,500 a month?
Current month: £2,509
Target: £2,500
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