Traveling with Kristin

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 p...

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 lea...

Kristin speaks with a self-made digital nomad who left his blue collar job in Canada to become a financially independent entrepreneur in Costa Rica. Learn how Andrew transitioned from working for the railroad and coast guard to becoming a nomadic/expat online business owner.   Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to have a technical background or already have a remote job to become location...

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 ev...

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'v...

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,...

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 Free...

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:   Dig...

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...

(UPDATED 8/8/22) How a graphic designer from Vietnam tripled her income by quitting her job to become a freelancer. Location-independent solo traveler Giang Cao sheds light on what life is like as a digital nomad in Southeast Asia and how she illustrates the good, bad, and funny in her comic strip, Very Nomad Problems.  Learn how Giang's perception of being a traveling freelancer changed during th...

Living in an RV with his wife and two kids, Michael Boyink has been traveling around the United States for the past 10 years as a freelancer. How has he supported his lifestyle for so long?  Listen in as Kristin talks with Michael about working independently as a freelancer, raising a family on the road, and how to truly thrive while living long-term in an RV. Michael also shares sneak peeks into...

What are the best credit cards for travel? Is it worth signing up for all those airline loyalty programs? Find out how to get tens of thousands of dollars in free travel each year using American Express, Marriott, Delta, and other travel and platinum credit cards. Listen in to hear travel tips and destination recommendations from the co-founders of a travel app offering personalized travel guides...

Hear how a financial trader from the US Midwest and his wife taught themselves to sail and RV the world with their kids. Kristin and guest, Patrick, banter about travel insurance, the cost and quality of medical care in Mexico, having kids abroad, world schooling, learning new skills, making money online, meeting people while traveling, and how to sustain a life of perpetual travel. Patrick also s...

If you've ever wanted to pivot in your career or work for yourself but were unsure about making a change in your life, this episode is for you. Kristin talks with her friend and fellow digital nomad, Patrick Farrell, about how he reinvented himself and his career multiple times.  They also talk about how to overcome the fear of doing something for the first time - whether it's changing jobs, movin...

What type of travel insurance should you get? Kristin explains the different types of trip insurance, what's covered, prices, and more. You get an overview of travel insurance options, credit card insurance, and learn the benefits of buying an insurance policy in advance. She also offers options for supplemental insurance to protect your technology equipment and how to get extra coverage for adven...

Have you ever thought about writing a book? Kristin provides ten tips, insights, and reflections gained from writing her first book. She also discusses self-publishing versus traditional publishing and provides helpful resources for writing your first book.    Episode 160 Special Offers:  Pre-Order  Digital Nomads for Dummies   Recommended Books:  On Writing by Stephen King On Writing Well by Will...

How can you use your phone in another country? What is the best way to make phone calls when abroad? Kristin answers listener questions about what to do with your cell phone when traveling. Plus, she answers questions about travel insurance and showing proof of return travel when traveling on a one-way ticket.    Questions Answered:  If you buy a SIM card in each country you travel to, does it mea...

Kristin's brother, Jimmy, shares how he created a flexible, untraditional lifestyle that allows him to work from home, co-parent his daughter, and travel the world as a surf photographer. In this podcast, Kristin and Jimmy discuss financial pros and cons of going to college and racking up student debt versus joining the workforce. Jimmy also explains how he was able to fund his passion for surf ph...

Find out what the cost of living is in Costa Rica and categories of expenses to include in your living abroad budget.  In this episode, Kristin details her exact cost of living in Costa Rica and shares what other foreigners are spending to live there (singles, couples, and families).  Find out the cost of internet, various rent prices around the country, and other factors that could impact your co...

What is it like to live long-term in Spain and how do you do it? Join Kristin in her first interview of 2022 as she speaks with Chase Warrington about working remotely as a nomad and living in Spain long-term. Chase is the Host of the About Abroad Podcast and Head of Remote at Doist.  As an American expat living in Valencia with his wife and dog, Chase offers valuable insight into the cost of livi...

If you're considering traveling or moving to Costa Rica someday, this episode is for you. Kristin shares details about her brand new Living Abroad in Costa Rica guide , plus ten of her favorite places to live in the country.  PS: Kristin wants to hear from you! Fill out this short Google Form to share what you're struggling with and what you want to hear more of in the podcast. Ten respondents wil...

Kristin wants to hear from you! Fill out this short Google Form (only 4 questions) to share what you're struggling with and what you want to hear more of in the podcast. Bonus: Respond by May 3, 2022 and register to win a free consultation with Kristin!     Episode 154 Special Offers:  Podcast Feedback Form 📝 Pre-Order  Digital Nomads for Dummies 📚 20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Pa...

Kristin speaks on a variety of topics, including why she quit YouTube (and when she'll be back), the situation in Ukraine, and how to overcome fear and burnout in life.     Episode 153 Special Offers:  20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Packs  🌱 Pre-Order  Digital Nomads for Dummies Join the Digital Nomad Visa Database   Contact Your Elected Officials About Ukraine: Click here to send a...

Do you ever really fit in with the locals in a foreign country? Kristin explores the answer to this question through the fascinating story of a famous chef who moved to Japan (and what happened next).   Note: This episode includes some profanity. Episode 152 Special Offers:  20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Packs  🌱 Pre-Order  Digital Nomads for Dummies Join the Digital Nomad Visa Dat...

Want to learn a new language and fit in with foreign cultures? Kristin shares how she learned Spanish in one month and how you can become fluent in another language - fast . Plus, her tips on living with locals abroad and how to learn a language from home (if you can't travel yet).    Episode 151 Special Offers:  Get 20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Packs 🌱 Pre-Order Digital Nomads fo...