Transplants - Conversations With Women Thriving Abroad #7 Moving Abroad Solo, on a Budget - at 56 | Kimberly Anne | USA → Portugal
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Oct 14, 2025 Kimberly Anne, an inspiring expat and writer of 'Expat on a Budget', shares her transformative journey from a 20-year abusive marriage in the U.S. to a fulfilling life in Portugal at 56. She delves into her battle with addiction, the empowering year spent traveling the U.S. in a van, and the realities of expat life, debunking myths and revealing everyday challenges. Through journaling and reflection, Kimberly has defined her values and sustainable living strategies, proving it's never too late to start over in a new country.
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Leaving An Abusive Marriage At 36
- Kimberly Anne left a 20-year abusive, codependent marriage after a sudden moment of clarity changed how she saw her life.
- She got clean, left the relationship, and that turning point launched decades of reinvention and travel.
A Year Van-Traveling Across The U.S.
- Kimberly spent a year traveling the U.S. in a converted van to explore her own country before moving abroad.
- The trip revealed deep loneliness, unexpected love for many places, and clarity about where she wanted to live next.
Pick A Practical Entry Country
- Research visa options and pick a practical entry point rather than a romanticized destination choice.
- Kimberly chose Portugal for affordable Western Europe living, visa accessibility, and proximity to the rest of Europe.