Traveling with Kristin

100th episode of Badass Digital Nomads! A podcast listener interviews Kristin from Traveling with Kristin on who the heck she is, how she started traveling, how she affords her lifestyle, and how she became a digital nomad. Plus, her advice for how you can achieve your goals of location independence.   About:  In this episode, a fellow Badass Digital Nomads listener (Jeremiah Bradshaw) puts Kristi...

Wondering how to convert your brick-and-mortar business into an online business? In today's episode, we explore how to approach the challenge of transitioning from a traditional business model to one you can operate from anywhere in a location independent lifestyle.    Guest, Matt Bowles, is the Founder of Maverick Investor Group and Host of The Maverick Show, a podcast that highlights real estate...

In this podcast, I talk about what I hate (more like strongly dislike) about living abroad while sharing stories and examples of how moving to a foreign country has challenged me, caused me to miss out on important events back home, and has made me feel like an outsider. I speak on my experience struggling with cultural adaptations, dating, dealing with homesickness, and so much more.   In all hon...

Living abroad takes the many benefits of travel to a whole new level. But there's much so more to the expat lifestyle than posting a sweet Instagram photo.   Living abroad is one of the best life experiences you can have. In this two-part episode, I list the Top Ten Things I Love About Living Abroad (and think you'll love, too!).    Living abroad helps you give less f*cks while boosting your sense...

After struggling with addiction and overdosing in college, Francis Nayan decided to take a job teaching English in Europe. Unfortunately, the pay wasn't very good ($800 per month). But luckily, Francis stumbled upon a meet-up group for foreigners in Budapest, Hungary where he met digital nomads making money online for the first time. Fast-forward a couple years and Francis now makes $100K+ per yea...

Technology and the pandemic have changed society as we knew it – ushering in a time of unpredictability and flux. Change is here, causing many people to shift their priorities, question their roles in society, and re-design their plans in life.     If you've been questioning if "the system" is working for you while struggling to redefine your dreams and goals while finding new ways to support your...

Wondering how to make money from a sailboat - even if you've never done it before? This podcast will explain how it's possible. Learn how sailing digital nomad, Erin Carey, quit her government job of 17 years to start her first online business – a Public Relations agency for digital nomads and adventure travelers. But, that's not all - she also did it from a sailboat with her husband and three kid...

How I see the US after living abroad as an expat for 15+ years: The pros, cons, and reverse culture shock I've experienced. This podcast is the full, uncut version of a video I published on YouTube last week. It includes topics not included in the video, like:  Dating in the U.S. Safety and Violence Commercialism and Chain Stores/Restaurants And More   SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES Videos: How I See the...

Learn how to overcome your deepest fears, find happiness, and achieve your dream career and lifestyle with Mike Corey, Host of The BBC Travel Show and YouTube's Fearless and Far.     Five years ago, Mike made the decision to quit his safe and secure (but boring) job to pursue his dream of making travel videos. His choice paid off and now he's here to share how he did it so you can, too.    In this...

Loneliness is something I'm asked about frequently. It's intimidating to set off on an adventure without knowing how long you're going to be traveling for or when you'll be "home." And, with the current pandemic conditions forcing many of us into a space of solitude, there's never been a better time to speak on the topic of loneliness.   In this episode, I talk about how we can cope with feeling a...

Nick Fabbri and Terysa Vanderloo of Sailing Ruby Rose are the first sailing couple to come on Badass Digital Nomads podcast! After leaving their careers as a dentist and a paramedic in London behind, Nick and Terysa set off to sail the world and never looked back.   In this podcast, they share the details of their original plan and what they've learned from three years at sea.   They talk about wh...

2021 will be the year of the digital nomad. Don't let another year of your life go by without pursuing your dreams of location independence or full-time travel. - Here's why.  Learn the five most important things you need to become a digital nomad in 2021 and why now is the time to do it!  Apply for a Free Strategy Call for help relocating abroad or becoming a digital nomad   SHOW NOTES & RESOURCE...

The mainstream perceives a minimalist lifestyle as "extreme" - but is it? Today's podcast explores how the conscious choice to own as little as possible can be the ultimate path to freedom.   Learn how to overcome the three main blocks to becoming a minimalist digital nomad: (1) the decision to sell your stuff and let go of some material possessions, (2) the logistics of what to do with your stuff...

The world's foremost "handstand queen," Marysia Do, explains how she built a successful online yoga business (with zero technical skills) while traveling the world - including many life lessons and what she's learned through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. At the end of this episode, follow along as Marysia walks us through one of her original "chair yoga" techniques for people who work fro...

2021 will be the best time in history to become a digital nomad! Here are five reasons why.  Want to become a digital nomad in the upcoming year? Apply for a free strategy call with Kristin to discuss your plans at: https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/freecall   If calls are fully booked, email hello@travelingwithkristin.com  for more availability.  SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES Kristin's Remote Work Am...

Starting a digital marketing agency is one of the fastest ways to become a digital nomad. Today's guest and founder of Voy Media and the Digital Marketing Fastlane podcast will tell you how.  Plus, what everyone needs to know about Facebook ads, how to start a successful online business in any industry, and the real story behind how Netflix started.  WHAT ELSE YOU'LL LEARN:  How to find your first...

What if you had six months to explore Iceland - all while being insanely productive at work? Now, you can with Iceland's new long-stay visa and work permit for digital nomads and remote workers. The Iceland remote work visa is open to citizens of all nationalities. In this podcast, Kristin explains how to qualify for the visa, what the requirements are, and the pros and cons of living in Iceland a...

Agnes Nyamwange is one of the first digital nomads from Kenya, Africa. Learn how she accomplished this feat and how you can become a digital nomad, too - even if you're from a developing country. She also shares how she makes money online, how to save money money to travel and score local prices in African countries, tips for solo travelers, how to get cheap co-working and internet at luxury hotel...

Reflections on life, death, and how to cope with grief, guilt, or regret after the passing of a loved one. Lessons learned from my grandparents, advice from Steve Jobs on how to seize the day, a song to make you think, and quotes from my favorite Stoic philosophers on how to live the good life without fearing death.   Bonus: Questions to ponder from The Daily Stoic Journal : What's your role in th...

Have you ever been stuck in a job you hate? Anthony Moore can relate. Before he found success as a Top 100 Writer on Medium and the author of multiple books, he struggled with depression, addiction, and how to leave his dead-end job at a call center. After burning out, he and his wife quit their jobs to pursue their dream of living abroad in South Korea, where they remained while working full-time...

The UK, France, and Germany are under renewed lockdowns until at least December - here's what that means for travel in and out. Plus - if you're a remote worker stuck under lockdown somewhere, we have some inspiration and tips for how to move abroad to a place like Costa Rica for lower taxes and a better climate, quality of life, and cost of living (without sacrificing access to healthcare).  What...

Find out why US expats abroad have the lowest voter turnout of any demographic in America, despite having the power to swing elections. Learn why US expats are ignored by the government, political pundits, pollsters, and research centers, despite being a voting bloc with the population equivalent of the 11th-largest state in the country.   Plus, learn what the implications will be of remote work o...

Digital nomad visas have become quite the trend in 2020 as countries look for ways to bolster their economies with remote worker tourists. But are digital nomad visas just hype? How valuable are they? Do the benefits of digital nomad visas outweigh the costs? Most importantly, do you really need one to travel and work online? In this episode, Kristin evaluates the pros and cons of each digital nom...

What types of personal and professional knowledge are important in becoming a digital nomad? What types of skills should you focus on now to achieve success in your personal and professional remote life in the future? And finally, what is the one thing I wish I knew before I became a digital nomad? I answer these questions in today's episode with eight critical skills you can work on acquiring or...

Steve Rout is a British journalist, ski bum, tour guide, online marketer, and world traveler. Steve's long-term travel adventure began in 1982, when he put his successful journalism career on hold to travel the world. After years of traveling to different continents to ski, rock climb, and paraglide, he found himself back in a corporate office, which led to burnout and a mid-life crisis. So, he qu...