Expat Life Unfiltered

They had a plan, boarded the flight, arrived in Thailand… and on day one were told the apartment they had lined up was no longer available. Welcome to real expat life. In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, Danielle talks with Tasha Watson, who moved from Pennsylvania to Chiang Mai, Thailand with her husband, Marcus, and their six-year-old son, ready to begin their new adventure abroad. Inste...

What is it really like for a teenager to grow up living abroad? In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, I’m joined by my son, Xavier, to talk honestly about his experience as an American teen living overseas. From adjusting to a British school system and learning Spanish, to making new friends, navigating cultural differences, and comparing life abroad to life in the U.S.—this is a real, unfil...

Why does life abroad feel harder than it should—even when you love where you live? So many people dream of moving abroad, but once the excitement fades, the day-to-day reality can feel overwhelming. It’s not usually one big thing, it’s the small frustrations that pile up. Things like missing familiar foods, struggling with healthcare systems, navigating schools, paperwork, or simply not knowing wh...

Moving to Spain soon or just dreaming about it? ☀️Whether you plan to rent, buy, or invest, the Spanish property market follows its own rules. From deposits and documents to agent differences and hidden taxes, it’s easy to get lost without the right help. In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, Guillermo sits down with Flavie Staub, a trilingual real-estate expert based in Madrid who also serv...

Are you an American living abroad or planning to move overseas? Then this is one podcast episode you cannot afford to skip. In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, I sit down with Nathalie Goldstein, the founder of My Expat Taxes - and an American expat herself. Originally from California, she now lives in Austria with her family, giving her both the personal experience and professional expert...

Is life better in the USA vs Europe? Ask any adult and you'll get a long, complicated answer. 🌍 In this episode, a mother and her teenage son discuss their experiences living in both the US and Europe, sharing honest opinions about the differences in daily life and what it's really like living abroad. This candid conversation offers a unique perspective for anyone considering moving abroa...

Thinking about moving to Spain? In this video, we’ll cover the most common mistakes foreigners make when buying, renting or investing in property in Spain and how you can avoid them! From understanding the local market to navigating legal requirements, we’ll guide you through the process to help ensure a smooth and successful investment. Whether you’re looking to rent, buy, or invest, the Spanish...

Thinking about moving to Europe but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Expat Livin Podcast, Danielle & Guillermo break down the 10 easiest countries in Europe for Americans to move to — from income requirements to visa options, lifestyle perks, and all the hidden trade-offs nobody tells you about. Whether you’re a remote worker, retiree, family planning a move, or someone who just...

What if the hardest part about moving abroad isn’t the visa… it’s your mindset? In this episode of Expat Livin, we sit down with Ricardo Collison, co-founder of Mindshift Theory- a global movement helping people reprogram their beliefs and unlock their full potential using the science of neuroplasticity, mindfulness, and affirmations. Ricardo has lived across South Africa, the U.S., the U.K., Swit...

Join me on this exciting travel vlog as I share the best travel secrets for your next adventure! 🌍 Discover how to travel on a budget while enjoying the expat life abroad. With these travel hacks, you'll experience the world without breaking the bank! ✈️💰📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatl...

📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-packageplus The biggest fear for many is the expat struggles of loneliness and building a new home in a foreign place. This video offers a movin...

From Spain’s wine-soaked El Chupinazo to fiery paper-burning festivals, traveling abroad means stepping into traditions that are as quirky as they are unforgettable. In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, Danielle and Guillermo share their funniest, strangest, and most surprising cultural experiences—from Spain to Scotland, Belgium, and beyond. 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential...

📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book Dreaming of moving to Spain but overwhelmed by the visa process? In this episode of Expat Livin, we sit down with Giuliana Cillo, co-founder of Your Spanish Visa, to break down the two most powerful ways to legally relocate to Spain: the Digital Nomad...

👉 Want to make your move abroad easier? Grab our book, Moving to Spain – the step-by-step guide we wish we had when we started.📘 https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎙️ What’s it really like raising teenagers abroad? In this episode, I sit down with my two sons — Joaquín and Xavier — to talk about the highs, the challenges, and the life-changing lessons of growing up as...

📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-packageplusWe’re not talking about the cute culture shocks. In this episode, we share the surprising, in...

📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.mysamcart.com/checkout/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-package1What does it take to leave everything behind and start fresh in a new country? 🌍 In this epis...

What really happens when you land in a new country with 4 kids, 13 bags, a dog in a crate… and absolutely no idea what’s coming next? In this episode of the Expat Livin podcast, we rewind to our very first 24 hours in Spain — from travel meltdowns and a missing child at the airport to picking up our dog off a luggage belt and finally tasting our first Spanish meal.🎯 Whether you’re seriously plann...

In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, Danielle sits down with Robin Villa, an American expat who transitioned from a successful teaching career in the United States to a new life on the sunny Costa Tropical of Spain. Robin shares her inspiring journey of early retirement, navigating the challenges of moving abroad with children, and embracing a life of adventure. They discuss the emotional h...

Thinking about moving abroad? In this honest and unfiltered episode of Expat Livin, Guillermo and Danielle open up about their family's journey after relocating from the U.S. to Spain. From life changing perks to unexpected struggles, and even a few disasters ...nothing is off limits. You’ll hear: - What makes expat life so magical - The challenges that most people don’t talk about - Our worst...

Thinking about making the leap to life abroad? 🌎 In this episode of Expat Livin, we sit down with Chris Chiaro, an American expat who moved his family — two kids, a dog (Ace 🐶), and his wife — from the U.S. to Spain! Chris shares what it's really like to relocate internationally with a family, the biggest surprises, challenges, and tips for anyone dreaming of a new life overseas. ✈️✨Chris i...