Traveling with Kristin

Have you ever considered getting a second passport or citizenship? Listen in as Kristin welcomes Mikkel Thorup, Host of The Expat Money Show, to explain how to get dual citizenship so you can live the expat life with even more freedom, flexibility, and security.   Mikkel shares why he moved his family from Panama to Brazil, his opinions on the lifestyle and cost of living in Brazil and other countries, and how to get residency abroad by investing in real estate. He also sheds light on the real estate markets in Uruguay and Turkey and the true safety of traveling to the Middle East. Mikkel and Kristin also bust common misconceptions people have of countries not on the Friendly Nations list.   Episode 176 Special Offers:  Apply for a Crypto.com Debit Card 💳 (Affiliate Link) Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Order your copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Reserve your FREE ticket to the Expat Money Summit 2022 Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 176 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The benefits of getting a second passport/having multiple passports. How to get a second citizenship or residency by investment. Nicaragua’s residency program explained. Why Mikkel and his wife chose to get a passport in Brazil and deliver their second child there via birth tourism. Panama changing the Friendly Nations Visa: good or bad?   The safest countries to travel to in the Middle East. What you can expect to learn in the upcoming Expat Money Summit 2022. How Mikkel helps people invest in other countries and reduce their tax burden. Traveling to Uruguay for Mikkel’s one-week Expat Exploration & Investment Tour.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why did you choose to deliver your baby in Brazil? What attracts people to live in Florianópolis, Brazil? What are the most popular places people are getting Golden Visas for? How is Northern Cyprus different from Southern Cyprus? How safe is it to travel to the Middle East? Why and where are you investing in real estate in Istanbul, Turkey? How much does real estate cost in Uruguay? Are you and your family going to move from Panama to Brazil in the future? And more!   RESOURCES Related Podcasts: Badass Digital Nomads Ep. 70: How to Be a Digital Nomad with Mikkel Thorup Paying US Taxes as an Expat Abroad – What You Need To Know Moving Overseas with 3 Kids and Investing in Real Estate Abroad (Founders of Greenback Tax Services) How to Move Abroad (with No Job or Money) with Expats Everywhere   Related Videos: Watch Kristin’s Most Recent Live Stream Q&A My Favorite Places in the World ❤️🌍 How to Renounce Your US Citizenship 🦅 (and Move to Canada) 🇨🇦 Why I'll NEVER Renounce My US Citizenship 🇺🇸   Recommended Resources for Digital Nomads: Insurance: SafetyWing   Travel Destinations Mentioned: Florianópolis, Santa Caterina, Brazil Istanbul, Turkey Cappadocia, Turkey Galataport, Turkey Cyprus Panama Beirut, Lebanon Abu Dhabi, UAE Dubai, UAE Punta del Este, Uruguay Montevideo, Uruguay Colonia, Uruguay Connect with Mikkel: Visit his website Listen to The Expat Money Show Subscribe to Expat Money on YouTube  ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

After a divorce and moment of clarity, Canadian expat Karen Espig decided to make drastic changes in her life. She retired early and moved from Canada to Albania to lower her cost of living and pursue her love for art full-time. It wasn’t all smooth sailing, however, as she struggled with culture shock and adapting to expat life in Albania.   In this podcast, Karen goes into detail about how she prepared to retire and move to Europe as well as the challenges she encountered during the first few weeks living in a new country. She highlights the cost of living in Albania, tips for dealing with culture shock, and how she found herself again after so many big life changes.Tune in as Kristin sits down with her to find out how she did it.   Episode 175 Resources Mentioned:  Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review for the Podcast   EPISODE 175 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Karen went from working a 9-5 for the Canadian government to retiring early to become a full-time artist. Being a tourist vs. being an expat in a new country The biggest challenge she’s facing as an expat living abroad. Processing huge life changes & finding yourself again after going through a divorce. Tips for preparing to move abroad after retirement. Adjusting to life in a new country, especially when you don’t know the native language. Navigating major cultural differences in a foreign country you’re not familiar with. How to overcome culture shock and/or depression after moving to a new place. The importance of meeting other foreigners/expats when living abroad. Karen’s favorite foods in Albania: local produce, fish, coffee, and more… Why Karen chose to live in the Lake Ohrid region of Albania & the top towns in Albania to live in as an expat.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why did you feel you had to leave Canada to live well in retirement? What happens to your pension plan if you retire early in Canada? What countries did you consider moving to after retirement? Why Albania? How did you prepare for your move abroad? What belongings were the hardest to give away before moving abroad? Were you apprehensive about moving to Europe? What did your family think? How much is rent and your cost of living in Albania? What is your daily life like in Albania? What challenged you about the process of cultural adaptation? How has your pet adapted to life in Albania? Do you have any regrets about moving? And more!   Related Podcasts: How To Live or Retire Cheap In Paradise with Dan from Vagabond Awake The Best Places To Retire or Live Abroad (and How To Decide) Paying US Taxes as an Expat Abroad – What You Need To Know How to Move Abroad (with No Job or Money) with Expats Everywhere How I See the U.S. After 15 Years Abroad (EXTENDED UNCUT VERSION)   Related Videos: Kristin’s Live Q&A Stream How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] My Favorite Places in the World ❤️🌍 How to Renounce Your US Citizenship 🦅 (and Move to Canada) 🇨🇦 Why I'll NEVER Renounce My US Citizenship 🇺🇸 Documentary about stray animals in Istanbul   Recommended Resources for Digital Nomads: Buy & Sell Your Belongings (Canada): Kijiji Country Comparison - Hofstede Insights   Albanian Cities/Towns Mentioned: Lake Ohrid Pogradec Durrës Sarandë Vorë Tirana Shkodër Korçë   Connect with Karen: Visit her website Follow her on Medium Follow her on Instagram Connect with her on Facebook Subscribe to her YouTube channel   Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Why record numbers of Americans are leaving the US for Europe. Plus, Kristin’s thoughts on global immigration and details on Spain’s new digital nomad visa. Find out how you can live in Spain for up to five years. 🇪🇸   Episode 174 Special Offers:  Apply to join Kristin’s Relocation Program Get access to the Digital Nomad Visa Database Buy Kristin a Coffee   IN THIS EPISODE:  Why Americans are leaving the US for Europe Kristin’s decision to leave the US (again) Reflections on the state of global immigration Details on how you can qualify for Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa: income requirements, length of stay, and tax implications   RELATED PODCASTS:  Living in Spain as a Digital Nomad Couple International Taxes for US Expats with Greenback Tax  International Taxes for US Expats with Gracefully Expat  Zero to Travel World Walk Podcast   RELATED VIDEOS:  Cost of Living in Spain   Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Kristin’s weekly newsletter Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group   ...........................................................................................   Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com

Andrew, a self-made digital nomad, shares his journey from a blue-collar job to financial independence in Costa Rica. He debunks myths about needing tech skills, discusses Costa Rica residency, healthcare challenges, tax residency, and transitioning to entrepreneurship. Andrew emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and embracing a location-independent lifestyle.

Charlotte Gray traded her corporate job and commute for an idyllic lifestyle as an expat in The Netherlands, working for Mercedes Benz. However, when she moved back home to London during the pandemic, she struggled to cope with reverse culture shock and work-from-home burnout. That's when she decided to move to Barbados, apply for a remote job with SafetyWing, and never look back.    If you’ve ever felt like you had to be "responsible" by postponing your travel plans and waiting to live life on your own terms, this episode is for you.    At the end of this episode, Charlotte also offers incredibly valuable advice on how to find a remote job or transition into freelancing or working for yourself online.    Episode 172 Special Offers:  SafetyWing Insurance Apply for Ready to Relocate   EPISODE 172 TOPICS:  Experiencing reverse culture shock Moving abroad to be near nice people What it’s like living in Maastricht in The Netherlands  Pressure from family and society to follow a normal path Tips for finding your first remote job How to transition from a traditional job to working for yourself Increasing your income from remote work to match your traditional salary Taking the leap to becoming a digital nomad How SafetyWing will change the world with their mission that aims to revolutionize the way you travel and live overseas: educating, inspiring, protecting, and making the world a better place “working here doesn’t feel like work.”  Mental health and wellness  The cost of living in Barbados Saving money to travel How to find balance while working remotely - switching off and avoiding burnout (even if you’re a “people pleaser”)    RESOURCES Related Podcasts: Building the First Country on the Internet with the SafetyWing Co-Founder Career Rehab: How to Find Remote Jobs with Kanika Tolver How to Find Remote Jobs on FlexJobs Overcoming Remote Work Burnout What Is Async? A Conversation with the Founder of Running Remote   Destinations In This Episode: Barbados London Maastrict, NL Portugal   Connect with Charlotte:  Check out her travel blog Follow her on Instagram   Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's patrons and welcome, Frankie!  Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Ever wondered what life in Portugal is like? Listen in as Kristin welcomes back Josh and Kalie from Expats Everywhere to talk about what it’s like to live in Portugal as a family of expats.  Learn why the moved to Portugal, what the cost of living and quality of life is like, how to get the D7 visa, and much more. Josh and Kalie shed light on what it’s like raising a family in Portugal, how they’ve created a community of friends abroad, and the best places to live in Portugal long-term. Plus, find out what foods you MUST try on your next trip to Portugal!   Episode 171 Special Offers:  Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Order a copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Guide to apply for the Portugal D-7 Visa   EPISODE 171 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Josh and Kalie’s travel history & Why they decided to move to Portugal. Average wages and cost of living in Portugal vs. Singapore. The economic impact of tourists, digital nomads, and expats living in foreign places. Meeting new friends and finding/creating a community abroad. Tips for learning and practicing a new language in its native country. Raising kids abroad, schooling options in Portugal, and why Josh and Kalie want to take the international school route. Requirements for the D7 visa & How to successfully apply for it. Must-try foods in Portugal. Top destinations, neighborhoods, and things to do in Portugal.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: What is the income required for the D7 visa? What were your first impressions of Portugal? What are the housing prices in Portugal in 2022? Are tourists and foreigners ruining Portugal? What are the best places to live in Portugal long-term? Can foreigners get a mortgage loan in Portugal? Do you feel like you’re accepted by the Portuguese locals? What neighborhood in Lisbon would you love to live in? What is the best form of public transportation in Portugal? What is the best surfing town near Lisbon? What outdoor activities can you do near Lisbon? What is healthcare and health insurance like in Portugal? And more!   RESOURCES Related Podcasts: How to Move Abroad (with No Job or Money) with Expats Everywhere Leaving Corporate America To Become a Full-Time Traveling Family (World Towning Part 1) How To Find Your Home and Your Community Abroad (World Towning Part 2)   Related Videos: Best Places to Live in Portugal for Expats and Digital Nomads Life in Lisbon, Portugal as a Digital Nomad: Cost-of-Living How to Become a Full-Time Digital Nomad The Top 5 Best Neighborhoods in Lisbon (Expats Everywhere video series)   Recommended Resources for Digital Nomads in Portugal: Médis Healthcare   Best Places to Live and Visit in Portugal: Porto Lisbon Braga Viana do Castelo Figueira da Foz (The Silver Coast) Tomar Leiria Coimbra Ericeira Alentejo Evora  Beja Avenidas Novas, Lisbon Parque das Nações, Lisbon Nazaré Peneda-Gerês National Park   Connect with Expats Everywhere: Visit their website Follow them on Instagram Subscribe to their YouTube channel Connect with them on Facebook   Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Medium's top earning writer, Ayodeji Awosika, has made nearly half a million dollars writing on Medium. He shares why you should consider writing on Medium (even if you're not a writer). He explains the top mistakes new writers make, how Medium's algorithm works, why it's much different than blogging, and how much money people can earn within their first few months or years publishing there. Plus, Ayo and Kristin share their favorite books and life lessons from the past year.     SPECIAL OFFER:  Watch the Medium Writing Webinar Replay here.    SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES:    Books:  Ayo's Books: Real Help, You 2.0, and The Destiny Formula Digital Nomads For Dummies Dotcom Secrets by Russell Brunson Made to Stick The Slight Edge $100M Offers   Podcasts:  Interview with Ayo from 2020 Life is Short - Seize the Day How to Cope with Grief YouTube Live on Traveling with Kristin GoFundMe for Kristin's friend who passed away Connect with Ayo the Author:  Ayo's Medium Profile Ayo's Instagram Ayo's YouTube Channel Ayo's LinkedIn ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.  

Dan from Vagabond Awake YouTube channel shares how to live abroad on $1,000-1,500 per month, and why you shouldn't wait until retirement to live your life. He and Kristin also talk about about adapting to foreign cultures, affording healthcare and insurance abroad, and why he left the US to begin with.    SPECIAL OFFERS:  Digital Nomads For Dummies hits bookstores TODAY! 50% OFF Freelance to Freedom: Learn how to make your first dollars as an online freelancer (Discount valid until 12am EST on Saturday, August 27, 2022)   TOPICS DISCUSSED:  Breaking out of the status quo How Dan found a job overseas Why he decided to leave the US Thoughts on working in other countries How to adapt to foreign cultures The benefits of slow travel How to "get off the couch," overcome blocks, and take action Calculating your cost of living or retiring abroad Healthcare and the cost of health insurance Affording health insurance  The broken US social security system The importance of doing an "exploratory visit" to a foreign country How Dan makes money online to support his travel lifestyle Living in the moment - the Vagabond Buddha lifestyle   SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES:  Watch this interview on YouTube here. Watch Dan interview Kristin on his YouTube channel here. The Four Hour Work Week   Connect with Vagabond Dan: Website: https://vagabondbuddha.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VagabondAwake/ Hobby Income Course: https://vagabondbuddha.com/courses/the-hobby-income-course/ Membership Community: https://vagabondbuddha.com/best-places-travel-cheap/beta-promotion/  ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Level up your remote work game and cut back on Zoom meetings with these tips from Liam Martin, the author of the groundbreaking new book, Running Remote.    Whether you are a current or aspiring remote worker, freelancer, or team leader, you will gain ideas to help you improve your productivity, find better remote job opportunities, and work better remotely in this episode.   Special Offers:  Digital Nomads for Dummies Running Remote Apply for Ready To Relocate   What you’ll learn:  How to work remotely without Zoom meetings How to avoid or reduce the cost of “Digital Presentism” How to be more productive working from home  What remote employers are looking for in new hires How to build your remote skillset and attract employers  How to land a remote job using the “Portfolio Technique”   Questions answered:  Is it possibly to work remotely without Zoom?  What the heck is Async and why should people care?  What are the top remote work companies looking for in remote employees?  What to put on your CV or resume to get a good remote job?  Which companies did things right and wrong during the pandemic?  Is it better to get work experience or go to college or grad school?  And much more   Resources:  Badass Digital Nomads Ep 29: How Everyone Can Work Remotely with Liam Martin of Running Remote Conference  Top Remote Companies Mentioned: VidYard, Buffer, GitLab, Nomad List and Remote Ok  Naval podcast   Connect with Liam:  Running Remote Book Running Remote Conference in Lisbon, Portugal   Running Remote Podcast Running Remote YouTube Channel   ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Welcome back to Part 2 of Kristin's conversation with Giang Cao, which left off last week while chatting about relationships and loneliness in Southeast Asia and as a long-term traveler.  Check out more of Giang’s amazing illustrations in Kristin’s new book, Digital Nomads for Dummies.Thank you for making it #1 and #3 on Amazon Business Travel new releases!    Episode 167 Special Offers:  50% off one-hour consultations with Kristin (Offer valid only until 12am EST on Friday, August 12, 2022)   EPISODE 167 TOPICS DISCUSSED: Dating and meeting new people as a digital nomad.  How Giang’s perception of being a nomad changed during the pandemic lockdown.  The pros and cons of being a nomad versus a settler Advice for people who are struggling with the digital nomad lifestyle or concerned about what they might face.    QUESTIONS ANSWERED: How do you meet people and make friends in a new country?  How has travel changed you? Do you feel like a different person?  What are your favorite places to live in Vietnam?   RESOURCES Related Podcasts: Dating as a Digital Nomad - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly How to Overcome Loneliness While Traveling   Recommended Destinations to Visit in Vietnam: Da Nang Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)   Connect with Giang: Follow her on Instagram Follow her on Behance Very Nomad Problems website ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Warm welcome to new patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month atPatreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.