Kristin explains why she left the US to slow travel through the UK this summer and reveals 12 things to consider before moving to another country.    At the end, she reads and replies to her favorite YouTube comments live on the show.   Did you love this episode? Join the conversation on YouTube.   Apply for moving overseas support at www.travelingwithkristin.com/relocation   SPECIAL OFFERS:  Get Kristin's help moving to a new country Get 10% off a DNA Test from 23andMe Get an unlocked Solis Wi-Fi hotspot for World Travel   RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Watch this video on YouTube   Related Podcasts:  Ep 104: Why Expats Leave Costa Rica Ep 179: Why I Left the US for Portugal   Related Videos:  ▶ Why I Left the US for Portugal https://youtu.be/HJ4oh7IAaeE ▶ Why I Left Costa Rica https://youtu.be/cbGMngGx2xk ▶ Why I Live Abroad https://youtu.be/JmE3RuO3wOI ▶ How I See the US After Living Abroad https://youtu.be/DO5x_tJBn7w   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.  

Find a real local tour guide anywhere in the world with ToursbyLocals.   Kristin talks with her Manchester neighbors about what they like and don't like about their city, plus if they support the Royal Family and watched the coronation.   At the end of today's episode, a British Grandma gives poignant life advice and recommends a song for its special lyrics.    SPECIAL OFFERS:  Check out ToursbyLocals Buy a copy of Digital Nomads For Dummies Get Kristin's help moving to a new country   RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Watch this video on YouTube Spotted by Locals App   Related Podcasts:  Ep 195: Talking to Locals in Dublin Ireland Ep 204: Bali Digital Nomad Controversy   Related Videos:  ▶ Talking to Locals in Dublin, Ireland: https://youtu.be/cETQkZ0twyU ▶ Talking to Locals in Belfast, Ireland: https://youtu.be/4Ie8dGQatSM ▶ Asking Digital Nomads How They Make Money Online https://youtu.be/Ri1ZmCW5D6M   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.  

Grow your business with confidence: Try Bonsai, the all-in-one solution for freelancers and small businesses.    Kristin reacts to the recent headlines about a CEO who made the news for being a horrible boss. Here's her take advice for if you're dealing with a similar situation when working remotely or from home. Plus, a solution for transitioning to freelancing or working for yourself.   SPECIAL OFFERS:  Try Bonsai, a comprehensive tool for your business. Get $100 off Freelance to Freedom Online course. Find a remote job with FlexJobs. Check out remote office equipment on Amazon.   RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Watch this video on YouTube   Wideos to help you work remotely:  $100K Work From Home Jobs  10 Passive Income Side Hustles 10 Ways I Make Money Online Asking Digital Nomads How To Make Money Online Remote Work Playlist   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.    

Save up to 6x when you send, spend, and withdraw money around the world with Wise International Banking.   How do you overcome travel planning anxiety? What are the top mistakes to avoid when becoming a digital nomad? Is Airbnb too expensive for housing if you're slow traveling or living a slow retirement lifestyle?   Kristin answers your questions live on YouTube and shares a very special announcement about the rest of the year.    Congratulations to Nicole who won the $100 gift card from Unbound Merino! Thank you to everyone who left a review.   PS: If you're in Amsterdam on May 27, 2023, you can see Kristin DJ at Madam Restaurant at Amsterdam Toren at 19:00-22:00. No reservations needed.   What You’ll Learn: Kristin’s plans for traveling and DJing in Europe in 2023. Kristin’s BIG announcement. Traveling to Ireland & Living  in England as a digital nomad. Top 3 digital nomad mistakes. How to choose which country to move to. Best/Worst parts of traveling in Europe. Choosing where to retire abroad. Thoughts/Tips on relocating to France from the US. Culture in Denmark & Switzerland. Living in Airbnbs as a slow traveler or retiree abroad. How to avoid travel itinerary anxiety and FOMO. The most remote destinations Kristin has traveled. How to stay fit while traveling.   SPECIAL OFFERS:  Get an International Account with Wise Flatio Affordable Housing for Travelers Subscribe to International Living Magazine   RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Bali Video Iceland Playlist Palle Bo Podcast Poland Cost of Living On Arrival Travel Planning: Use code BADASS for 25% off   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.

Keep your money safe while you travel with Wise International Banking. After traveling to Ireland for the first time, Kristin shares all the things that surprised her the most during her visit. Join her for a walk around the Enniskerry Powerscourt castle grounds to learn her first impressions of Ireland as an American. Hear her candid thoughts on everything from the food and weather to transportation and strange town names.   Special Offers: Leave a review for the podcast and enter to win a $100 gift card from Unbound Merino wool clothing. Save up to 6x when using your money with a Wise account.   What You’ll Learn: The cost of visiting Dublin vs. smaller towns in Ireland. The food scene in Ireland. Weather in Ireland: How good really is it? Friendliness of the locals. The reality of mental health problems in Ireland. Tips for using the bus system and taxis. Issues with internet and 5G connection Why Ireland’s population is still so small. Ireland’s nightlife and shopping culture. Strange town names.   Extra Resources Mentioned:  Podcasts:  Coping with Burnout   Videos: Clearlink CEO Rant Culture Shock in Ireland Talking to Locals in Dublin Dublin Cost of Living   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.

Want to win a free $100 gift card from Unbound Merino? 🤩 Here's how to enter: 1) Leave a 5-star review for Badass Digital Nomads this week 2) Take a screenshot, 3) Email it to hello@travelingwithkristin.com with the Subject Line: Podcast Review. (Contest closes on May 2 at 12am GMT.) You can leave a review on any platform, on our website, or at https://lovethepodcast.com/digitalnomad. Good luck!   Kristin comes to you live from Manchester in the United Kingdom after a rocky start to the trip. She shares what to look for when renting a property abroad (to avoid similar problems), then reflects on last week's viral video about a digital nomad's controversial feature in Business Insider about why Bali’s “not worth” living in anymore. After listening to the podcast, you can watch the original video here and make sure to comment to join the conversation!   Special Offers:  Leave a podcast review and enter to win a $100 from Unbound Merino wool clothing. Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Buy Digital Nomads For Dummies Get a Solis WiFi Hotspot for international travel.   Resources Mentioned:  Bali Controversy Video Business Insider Bali Feature: "Why Digital Nomads Should Stop Living in Bali" The Last Tourist Documentary Brokedown Palace Movie Locked Up Abroad TV Show   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   Thank you to love over everything for the review last week! Inspired to start my journey ❤️ Found this podcast yesterday and have already listened to many episodes! I’m feeling super inspired to create my new reality ✈️   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.

Kristin has a spontaneous chat with German digital nomad and entrepreneur, Elena Poughia. Hear Elena’s insights on combining work, travel, and hobbies/interests for an epic life. Plus, why she recommends solo travel. Recorded live at Web Summit in Lisbon, Portugal.   Pack light for your next trip with Unbound Merino wool clothing.   What You’ll Learn: How to design your life around travel and your interests. Why Lisbon is a great city for digital nomads. Why you should consider going to Web Summit. “Finding your space” and settling down as an expat. The benefits of solo traveling and moving abroad. What attracted Elena to travel to Portugal and Lagos. The importance of prioritizing downtime and connecting to nature and your environment. Following your instincts when traveling and living abroad. The power of tuning into what you want in life.   Special Offers: Check out Anatomie Clothing for stylish travel apparel (affiliate) Get high-quality, travel-friendly clothing at Unbound Merino (affiliate) Web Summit Lisbon Buy Digital Nomads For Dummies Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program   Meet This Week’s Guest: Ms. Elena Poughia is the MD of Dataconomy, one of the top 10 AI magazines & educational platforms in the world, and the founder of Data Natives, Europe's largest data science community. As an advocate of data privacy and ethics, is an Evangelist for polypoly and support the EIC (European Innovation Council) as an expert in various working groups. She frequently mentors startups for Vision Health Pioneers, tech2impact, African Tech Vision, Applied Data Incubator, WeWork Labs and others. She is particularly committed to supporting womxn and marginalized communities by helping them become established in tech professions.   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube       See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.  

Get $10 off Bordr’s services for moving to Portugal.   “I believe that Portugal is becoming the California of Europe.”   A chance meeting at Web Summit in Lisbon led to a Badass Digital Nomads listener sharing her experience of moving from the US to Portugal. She talks with Kristin candidly about how she was able to quell her anxiety of moving abroad and getting her D7 visa, and integrate with the local community.   What You’ll Learn:  Why to consider moving to Portugal. How to overcome concerns and anxiety about moving abroad. Where to meet people in Lisbon. How to get help with your Portugal D7 visa. Leaving your comfort zone for a digital nomad lifestyle. Free and low-cost activities to do in Lisbon.   Special Offers:  $10 Off Bordr Portugal bank, tax, and residency services Digital Nomads For Dummies book Join the 2023 Ready to Relocate Waiting List Web Summit Lisbon, Portugal   Meet This Week’s Guest: Aracelis Nass is a Corporate Nomad,  Senior Business Program Manager with more than 15 years of experience in the Tech industry. Ara helps customers to leverage most of the latest technology developments, including Cloud computing.  Internationalist by profession, Ara has lived in many countries and cities and has developed broad cultural awareness, with experiences in Caracas, Miami, Dubai, and Seattle, and now enjoying life in Lisbon. Either by mentoring, coaching, or in speaking engagements, Ara has a passion for empowering women and the next generation to achieve more in business. She is also a Sofi Financial Institution Ambassador, focusing on fostering financial awareness and personal financial planning for the next generation of professionals.   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: Become a Patron Buy a Coffee Follow on Instagram Join the Facebook Group Leave a 5-Star Review Subscribe on YouTube   Shout-Outs:  Congrats to Inga for winning the $500 airline gift card on YouTube!  Congrats to Jesse for winning a free ticket to Nomad Island Fest 2023 on YouTube! Thank you to Kat Beard and Alan Schonbrun, our newest Patreon Patrons. Thank you to David Coultas for the coffee.   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.

Save up to 70% on your next rental car with Discover Cars.   Kristin answers questions from subscribers and listeners in the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook group during a YouTube Live Session. Hear what people want to know about loneliness, culture shock, dating, and her personal life.    Special Offers:  Save up to 70% with DiscoverCars.com Join our Facebook Group Shop Kristin's Amazon Store You can now watch Badass Digital Nomads on YouTube!   Books Recommended:  The Daily Laws by Robert Greene The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday The Vagabond's Way by Rolf Potts Digital Nomads For Dummies by Kristin Wilson   Podcasts Mentioned: 200th Episode Experiencing Burnout Choosing a Travel Destination Dating as a Digital Nomad Learning a Foreign Language  Finding Community with WiFi Tribe   Videos Mentioned on YouTube.com/TravelingwithKristin:  Albania Travel Vlog Belfast Locals Croatia Travel Guide Living in Japan Coping with Loneliness Montenegro Travel My Favorite Places to Travel in the World Nomad Cruise Norway Arctic Coworking Lodge  Passive Income Ideas Remote Jobs  Traveling with your Cell Phone Turkey Travel Vlog Why Digital Nomads Fail   See the show notes page on BadassDigitalNomads.com for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.    Thank you again for 200 episodes of Badass Digital Nomads and special shoutout to our patrons, donors, and everyone sharing the show and leaving reviews. ❤️    

Kristin celebrates the huge milestone of publishing 200 podcast episodes. She reflects on the journey so far, how it all started, and what's next for Badass Digital Nomads.    Support the Podcast:  Leave a Review Become a Patron Buy a Coffee Leave Feedback   Related Episodes:  100th Episode of Badass Digital Nomads   Travel Locations Mentioned:  La Jolla Cove Scripps Aquarium Self-Realization Fellowship Gardens Encinitas Videos Mentioned:  High Paying Remote Jobs Cost of Living in Dublin, Ireland Talking to Strangers in Dublin Talking to Strangers in Belfast   Fill out the Badass Digital Nomads Feedback Form here.    Subscribe for updates at www.travelingwithkristin.com/subscribe

Get $100 off your first reservation in a Landing apartment using the code WELCOME100.    How do you find balance while working from home with your significant other? Jasmine Jonte and her boyfriend, Brad, are entrepreneurs and travel lovers with a home base in Phoenix, Arizona. Jasmine shares her tips for living, working, and traveling with a significant other, as well as solo-traveling across Europe. She also shares how she made the leap from teaching in inner city schools to working for herself and overcoming burnout.    Jasmine leads a done-for-you course creation agency where she ghostwrites online courses, group training programs, mini workshops, virtual challenges, and more. In fact, Jasmine is the secret mastermind behind the structure of Kristin's long-term travel and relocation course, Ready to Relocate. Today, she offers tips and advice on creating your own online course!   At the end of this episode, find out which tools Jasmine uses to run her business remotely, and the hidden gem travel destinations she’s found on her global adventures.    Episode 199 Special Offers:  Get $100 off your first Landing reservation (Use code: WELCOME100) Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Buy your copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Join Kristin's mailing list   EPISODE 199 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Hacks for quitting annoying bad habits that are holding you back.  Creating structure and routine in your daily life as an entrepreneur. The benefits of having a home base while traveling. Transitioning from a traditional teaching job to working for yourself. How her teaching background informs her career in course creation. New to online courses? Jasmine shares her practical tips for creating an online course. The #1 thing they fix in their clients’ courses. Crazy synchronicities that happen when you travel the world. Creating healthy habits that stick no matter where you travel/live. Jasmine’s all-time favorite travel destination (that Kristin has never heard of!). Hidden gems she discovered during her US road trip. Tips for traveling with your significant other. Entrepreneurial/remote work tips and tools. Favorite project management software. Highly recommended online course platforms. Top team communication and productivity tools. The easiest way to send customized gifts to your clients.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: As an entrepreneur, do you have a daily routine? What is Brad’s morning routine as an entrepreneur? Is making an online course worth it for my business? What is the most important part of building an online course? Did you feel safe traveling through Europe alone as a woman? How long did you travel solo for? What time of year is best to visit South Florida?  Where are you traveling in 2023? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Learn how to start a Mastermind & Be your own money manager: Make More Marbles Teach Kids English Remotely: VIPKid Find Online Courses: Udemy Project Management Software: Asana, Clickup Team Communication/Productivity: Slack, Google Workplace, BOXFOX Online Course Platforms: Kajabi, Mighty Networks, Xperiencify   Books Mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear Digital Nomads for Dummies   Related Podcasts: How To Be Great and Live Your Best Life With Steph Smith io Leaving Canada To Retire in Albania as a Solo Female Expat Kristin’s 2022 Year in Review From Blue Collar Worker to Becoming a Financially Free Digital Nomad How To Master Remote Work and Find Remote Jobs With the Author of Running Remote How To Make More Money Online With the Host of the Money Magic Podcast Planning Your Travel Itinerary and Getting Free Travel Using Credit Card Points What It's Like to Work Online and Travel with Remote Year   Related Videos: 17 Ways Portugal and America Are Different 10 Passive Income Side Hustle Ideas To Make Money Online in 2023 Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2023 What the British Think of American Tourists 🇺🇸🤔 Lisbon, Portugal 2023 Cost of Living   Jasmine’s Favorite Travel Destinations: Saint George’s Castle, Lisbon, Portugal  The Wirral Peninsula, England West Palm Beach, Florida, USA Venice Canal, Los Angeles, CA, USA   Connect with Jasmine: Visit her website Follow her on Instagram Connect with her on Facebook Connect with her on LinkedIn   ...........................................................................................   Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review www.badassdigitalnomads.com   A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin   ...........................................................................................   Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Subscribe to Kristin's weekly travel newsletter   ...........................................................................................   Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

French-American couple, Ryan and Sophie, talk about the struggles and benefits of sailing the world and living an unconventional digital nomad lifestyle. They shine light on why they left their jobs and home countries to travel, the challenges of dating someone from a different culture, and their experience buying and fixing up a sailboat to live in. Ryan and Sophie open up about the difficulty of navigating mental health issues amidst the chaos of living and traveling on a boat. Despite the many challenges of sailing and even a reduction in income from transitioning to this location-independent lifestyle, Ryan and Sophie truly believe they made the right decision.  Curious to know what life is like onboard? Thinking of hitting the high seas? Tune in to see if the sailing nomad lifestyle is right for you!   Episode 198 Special Offers:  Leave a Review Buy Kristin a Coffee Tip the Podcast Open a Wise Account 💰    NEW YOUTUBE VIDEOS:  Why Americans Move to Nosara, Costa Rica Talking to Locals in Belfast, Northern Ireland EPISODE 198 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The story of how Ryan and Sophie met abroad. Cultural differences in dating between the US, Sweden, and France. Navigating the challenges of dating someone from a different culture. The best parts of living in Sweden. Working to live vs. Living to work. Ryan’s firsthand experience with reverse culture shock as an American expat. The biggest reasons why people want to leave the US. Things people don’t realize until they travel. Why they chose to live on a sailboat & What it’s like to live and travel on a sailboat. Strategies they used to transition from regular jobs to remote jobs. The chaos and cost of living on a sailboat. Things to consider when buying a boat. The most and least expensive places to sail. Maintaining your mental health while living on the sea. Top 3 things you need to do before starting boat life.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: How did you get jobs working abroad in Sweden? Where did you choose as a homebase in the world? What was your inspiration behind living on a sailboat? How did you quit your job before starting to travel? Have you been able to maintain your income while traveling full-time? How do you care for your mental health during times of chaotic travel? Were there any surprises when you bought your boat? What is the annual cost of living on a sailboat? How many hours per week do you work on the boat? What is the best way to get the internet on a boat? What underrated travel destination surprised you? What is your morning routine living on a sailboat? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Sign up for Ryan and Sophie’s course: Sailing The World with Ryan & Sophie SafetyWing Travel Insurance Wise Bank Account   Books Mentioned: Two Years Before The Mast by Richard Henry Dana   Related Podcasts: Sailing the World With Sailing Ruby Rose How To Make Money From a Sailboat With No Experience Sailing the World as a Financial Trader and Family Man with Author Patrick Schulte Dating as a Digital Nomad - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Loneliness Living in SE Asia (Part 2) 8 Things That Happen When You Travel Full-Time Leaving Canada To Retire in Albania as a Solo Female Expat Finding Job Opportunities Abroad as an Expat and Online Dating for Travelers with Fairytrail Founder Taige Zhang Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture?   Related Videos: How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] What I Dislike About Living Abroad After 20 Years in 60 Countries The Downside to Being a Digital Nomad How to Live and Work in Iceland   Ryan & Sophie’s Top Sailing Destinations: Azores Madeira Cape Verde Bonaire   Connect with Ryan & Sophie: Visit their website Follow them on Instagram Subscribe to their YouTube channel Connect with them on Facebook   ...........................................................................................   Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review www.badassdigitalnomads.com   A special thank you to Kat B for the 5-Star Review and Donation!   Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Subscribe to Kristin's weekly travel newsletter ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Get $100 off your first trip with Hacker Paradise. (Referral link)   Japan has reopened for travel and cherry blossom season is upon us! Tune in to learn about Japan’s cultural differences and what it’s like living abroad in Japan as an American.  Kristin shares the culture shocks she experienced while living in Japan, along with her favorite and least favorite aspects of the Japanese lifestyle. You’ll learn about Japan’s cost of living, Kristin’s view of the Tokyo dating scene, and why it’s surprisingly difficult to stay healthy as a foreigner.   Episode 197 Special Offers:  Get $100 off your first trip with Hacker Paradise. Rent lease-free apartments in the U.S. with Landing Apartments Become a Patreon Patron and support the podcast Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 196 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Adapting to foreign cultures and lifestyles. 13 things Kristin noticed while living as a foreigner in Japan. Surprising contrasts in Japanese food culture and tea ceremonies. Japan’s unique 711 convenience store culture. Nature and nightlife in Tokyo, Japan. The problem with Japan’s “work hard, play hard” culture. Dating in Japan as a solo, Western woman. Why Japan is a difficult culture to assimilate into.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: How fast is the wifi in Japan? Is there free public wifi in Japan? How safe is it to travel to Japan? How expensive is it to visit Japan? What is the cost of living in Japan? Is it easy to find healthy food in Japan? Can foreigners join gyms and workout classes in Japan? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Japan Travel and Tourism Resources: Japan Tourism Board,  JR Rail Pass   Books Mentioned: Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain   Related Podcasts: Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture? Overcoming Reverse Culture Shock and Remote Work Burnout as an Expat and Digital Nomad How to Find a Co-Working Space Anywhere in the World How To Find Community Abroad With the Co-Founder of WiFi Tribe How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places   Related Videos: Living in Japan as an American  Japan Travel Videos & Travel Vlogs (Kristin’s YouTube Playlist) Living in Japan as a Foreigner (Expat Lifestyle & Cost-of-Living) How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK]   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              

Get $100 off your first trip with Hacker Paradise. (Referral link)   British expat and entrepreneur, Jamie Atkinson, reveals how he went from working as a furniture salesman to living and working online in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.   He details his journey to becoming a digital nomad and online business owner. He also discloses his cost of living in Tamarindo and shares his candid views on the pros and cons of living in Costa Rica.   At the end of this episode, he gives his top business and sales advice that you can apply to any industry. He also shares how he started, grew, and monetized his podcast.    Jamie Atkinson is such a fun, high-energy guy with tons of business and life experience to share. If you’re an aspiring digital nomad, online business owner, or want to live in Costa Rica someday, this episode is for you!   Episode 196 Special Offers:  Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Get $100 off your first trip with Hacker Paradise Become a Patreon Patron and support the podcast Buy a copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Start earning an online income with the Freelance to Freedom Online Course Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 196 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Pros and cons of living in Costa Rica Cost of living in Costa Rica How much to rent a 3BR apartment in Tamarindo How the increased cost of living is impacting crime rates in Costa Rica How to boost your productivity and quality of life as an entrepreneur. Making friends and building a community abroad. Tips for creating work/life balance while working remotely. Preparing to become a digital nomad. All the ways Jamie tried to make money online before starting a remote online coaching business. How to learn new professional skills to increase your income and level up in your career. Jamie’s #1 sales tip/skill his team focuses on. How to transfer your skills from past jobs to a new career. Reasons why people fail at starting a podcast How to know if you should start a podcast this year. How to monetize your podcast using Jamie’s step-by-step sales framework.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why did you leave England and how did you end up in Costa Rica? How do you find fast wifi in Tamarindo? What is the cost of living in Costa Rica? How safe is it to live in Costa Rica as a "gringo"? Can you attribute your current business success to your job in furniture sales? What are your best tips for being a great salesperson? Who should start a podcast in 2023? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Send Money Online: Wise (TransferWise) Website Hosting: Bluehost   Related Podcasts: How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture?   Related Videos: 8 Reasons Why Americans LEAVE Costa Rica [Why I Left] What the British Think of American Tourists 🇺🇸🤔 Costa Rica Cost of Living for Foreigners and Expats Best Places for Expats To Live in Costa Rica How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] What I Dislike About Living Abroad After 20 Years in 60 Countries The Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa Explained 🌴🐒   Connect with Jamie: Follow him on Instagram Connect with him on Facebook Listen to High-Ticket Podcast Rebels  Get featured on Jamie’s Podcast   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  

Try PIA VPN for four months FREE at piavpn.com/badass    Kristin walks through Dublin, Ireland, talking to locals about what they like (and don't like) about their city. She also speaks with locals from Belfast, Northern Ireland about the differences between the two capital cities.    Episode 195 Special Offers:  Get 4 Months free with Private Internet Access VPN Become a Patreon Patron Buy Digital Nomads for Dummies Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   New Videos on YouTube.com/TravelingwithKristin: Cost of Living in Lisbon,Portugal 1 Day in Porto | Portugal Travel Guide 10 Digital Nomads Reveal How They Make Money Online from Madeira Island A Day in the Life Living on Madeira Island   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 ........................................................................................... 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.  

Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel. (Ad)   An expat in Colombia joins Kristin to talk about the reality of learning languages abroad and coping with culture shock in Colombia and Germany.   Originally from Venezuela, Joiner moved to Colombia a few years ago to escape the political crisis. Now, he’s teaching English and Spanish remotely while living in Colombia and traveling the world.   Tune in to hear the reality of living in South America as an expat, plus tips and hacks for learning a new language (fast). Joiner also shares his thoughts on how we can help for native Spanish speakers to learn English.   Then, find out how you can live in Colombia with a Colombia Student Visa.   At the end of this episode, Kristin and Joiner compare Spanish slang words in Colombia, Venezuela, and Costa Rica!   Shoutout to our listener, Dustin, a student of Spanglish360, who introduced Joiner to Badass Digital Nomads! Thanks, Dustin! Episode 194 Special Offers:  Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Become a Patreon Patron and support the podcast Buy a copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Learn how to earn an online income with the Freelance to Freedom Online Course Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 194 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How you can learn a foreign language faster and easier. A unique process for learning Spanish. Tips and tricks for mastering a new language. Empowering yourself to learn something new at any age. How to cope with culture shock Adapting to life in a new country/continent. The difference between life in South America and life in Europe. Why young people in Germany are speaking English more often than German. Joiner’s travel plans for 2023. The best way to travel throughout South America. How to teach remote language classes while traveling. Spanish slang words from Venezuela, Colombia, and Costa Rica. The cultural and lifestyle differences between Venezuela and Colombia. How Joiner is integrating social work into the teaching profession. Remote/flexible job opportunities for ESL students. How to live in Colombia long-term the Colombia Student Visa.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why do people struggle to learn Spanish and how to make it easier? Why is it so hard to learn a new language and how to learn faster? When is the best time to learn a language? Is there an age limit on when you can learn a new language? Why did you move to Germany and how long did you stay? Did you feel culture shock when you first went to Europe? Where did you get the courage to travel the world solo? How do you travel safely in South America? Do accents change when you learn a new language? How can we make English lessons more accessible in Latin America? Has there been an influx in people from other countries that are working remotely? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Learn Spanish online: Spanglish360 How to Get a Colombia Student Visa   Related Podcasts: The Best Way To Learn a Foreign Language (Fast) How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture?   Related Videos: Life in Lisbon, Portugal as a Digital Nomad: Cost-of-Living First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad (Pros & Cons) 17 Ways Portugal and America Are Different How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] What I Dislike About Living Abroad After 20 Years in 60 Countries   Learn More About Spanglish360: Visit their website Follow them on Instagram Follow 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  

Get $75 off your first purchase of Anatomie Travel Apparel.   Do you want to own income-producing rental properties but don't know which markets to invest in? Do you worry about having enough money or time to manage an investment property?   In today's episode, find out how you can invest in turn-key, passive income-producing real estate properties throughout the US, even if you live in a different city, state, or country!   Matt Bowles, digital nomad and Founder of The Maverick Investor Group, teaches you how to start an investment portfolio of long-term rentals that can grow your wealth in five unique ways.   Matt breaks down everything from home prices and down payments to potential ROIs you can get by investing through The Maverick Investor Group.   Then, Matt and Kristin discuss a few pressing issues travelers are currently facing around the world and how we can create a positive impact while traveling.   Episode 193 Special Offers:  Get $75 off your first purchase of Anatomie Travel Apparel Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel Download a package of free resources from Matt Bowles   EPISODE 193 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Matt helps people invest in turnkey real estate in the best markets. Why turnkey real estate investing is perfect for digital nomads. 5 ways to build equity through real estate, even through inflation and recessions. How to passively invest in real estate with the least money down. The lesser known benefits of owning a rental property. Potential home prices and ROIs you can get through The Maverick Investor Group. Mitigating the risks associated with passively investing in real estate. Why long-term rentals are more passive and sustainable than short-term rentals. How Matt got into a black tie gala in Ghana by buying an NFT. Current events and issues travelers are facing around the world. How travelers can make an impact while traveling the world.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: What’s going on in the US real estate market right now? How do you find property managers? What are the top US real estate markets to buy in in 2023? Are you still working in Florida since the real estate boom? Do you have any real estate investment horror stories? Do any of your clients turn their properties into short-term rentals? Can anyone from any country invest with The Maverick Investor Group? What types of people make an income from long-term rental properties? Do you have your own real estate portfolio? Can real estate agents work with you? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Invest in Real Estate: The Maverick Investor Group   Recommended Books: Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain   Related Podcasts: Listen to Part 1: How To Choose Your Next Travel Destination with Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show How to Build a Location Independent, Passive Income Business with Matt Bowles How to Make Any Business Location-Independent with Matt Bowles, Host of The Maverick Show The Maverick Show #03: From House Hunters International to Relocating Professional Poker Players: Sustaining a Long-Term Digital Nomad Lifestyle with Kristin Wilson Finding Love Abroad, Living in Mexico as an Expat Family, and Coping With Burnout With Amy Scott of Nomadtopia Radio Quitting Your Job To Start an Online Business With Mitko From That Remote Life   Related Videos: THIS Is How Much It Costs To Live in Portugal Now (in 2023) 🇵🇹 10 Passive Income Side Hustle Ideas To Make Money Online in 2023 I Asked Digital Nomads How They Make Money Living On A Remote Island 🏝   Connect with Matt: Visit his website Follow him on Instagram Check out The Maverick Investor Group Listen to The Maverick Show   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   ........................................................................................... 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.

Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel. (Ad)   What kind of traveler are you? How do you choose where to travel next? Travel podcast host, Matt Bowles, joins us from Senegal to talk about his four main strategies for choosing your personal travel "style" or type. He also fills us in on his favorite places to travel in Africa and unique events he recommends from a white truffle festival in Italy's wine region to a digital nomad conference in Buenos Aires, Argentina.   Whether you're in the mood for a spontaneous adventure, a relaxing retreat, a guided group tour, or a solo jaunt around the world, Matt's travel strategies will help you choose a winner.     Whatever your travel style is, it’s important to prioritize activities and places that fulfill and excite you. Tune in to learn how to choose and plan trips that align with your travel style!   Tune in for Part 2 of this interview next week as the conversation shifts from travel to turnkey real estate.   Matt shares how you can earn passive income from owning investment properties in the USA - even if you live in another city, state, or country!    Episode 192 Special Offers:  Get a Solis WiFi Hotspot for travel (It doubles as a charging station for your devices!) Become a Patreon Patron Buy Digital Nomads for Dummies Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 192 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Matt’s experience traveling and filming in Africa. Unique cultural events and festivals around the world, like Afrochella & Alba White Truffle Fair. The evolution of the digital nomad community in Buenos Aires, Argentina. How governments are promoting remote work and the digital nomad lifestyle. What it’s really like to hike and summit Mount Kilimanjaro & How Matt prepared for the hike. Traveling solo vs. Traveling in a group. Traveling spontaneously vs. Planning ahead. Matt’s top travel destinations and things to do in Africa. Passive real estate investment opportunities for beginners and digital nomads. The benefits of owning a rental property, even during inflation and recessions.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: How do you plan your travel itineraries? How do you feel about traveling as a digital nomad after the pandemic? Why hike Mount Kilimanjaro?  How did you feel when you reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro?  What are your favorite places you've traveled since the pandemic?  How has Argentina changed in the past 10 years as a travel, tourism, and expat destination?  Where are you going next? How do you afford to travel while working remotely?  How is Maverick Investment Group different from other investment groups? What are the best real estate markets to buy in right now? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Free Resources for Badass Digital Nomads Listeners The Maverick Investor Group Remote Year   Related Podcasts: How to Build a Location Independent, Passive Income Business with Matt Bowles How to Make Any Business Location-Independent with Matt Bowles, Host of The Maverick Show Traveling the World as a Surf Photographer with Jimmy Wilson What It's Like to Work Online and Travel with Remote Year How To Travel the World Full-Time with Remote Year Founder, Greg Caplan The Maverick Show #211: Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, Ethiopian Immigrant Culture, and Why Japan is So Amazing with Tammer Abiyu   Related Videos: 10 Passive Income Side Hustle Ideas To Make Money Online in 2023 I Asked Digital Nomads How They Make Money Living On A Remote Island 🏝 Why I Left the USA (Again) 6 Underrated Countries To Visit 🌍 Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2023 First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad (Pros & Cons)   Matt’s Top Travel Destinations/Recommendations in Africa: Senegal Nairobi, Kenya Nightlife & Festivals - Accra, Ghana Safari in East Africa - Tanzania & Kenya Cleanest & Safest African City - Kigali, Rwanda Kigali Genocide Memorial - Kigali, Rwanda See the Silverback Gorillas - Kigali, Rwanda “The NYC of Sub Saharan Africa” - Johannesburg, South Africa   Connect with Matt: Visit his website Follow him on Instagram Free Stuff   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 ........................................................................................... 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.

Protect your privacy online with a VPN: get four months FREE with Private Internet Access at piavpn.com/badass    Author and Top Medium Writer, Niklas Göke, based in Germany, joins Kristin to talk about the journey of becoming a self-made entrepreneur and making a living from your creativity.   He shares valuable insights on how to balance and prioritize work, your personal life, and relationships. Then, he highlights the business management tips and tools he uses to manage his remote team and grow his online business, Four Minute Books.   Plus, Nik shares the secret behind how he was able to summarize one book per day for an entire year and shares his best advice for people who want to write their own book.   Episode 191 Special Offers:  4 Months free with Private Internet Access VPN Become a Patreon Patron Buy Digital Nomads for Dummies Take Kristin’s Freelance to Freedom Online Course Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 191 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Nik’s perspective on how creativity works. Why Nik started writing on Medium & How it led him to start his own online business. The benefits of studying abroad as an international exchange student. The ideal length of time to live and work in a foreign country. How it feels, as an EU citizen, to be able to live and work in any country in the EU. Why having an EU passport is such a huge privilege. What makes a long distance relationship successful. How Nik makes money writing online + Behind the scenes of Four Minute Books. How to prioritize work, life, and relationships. Team management tips and tools for self-employed entrepreneurs and creatives. A powerful tip for people who want to write fiction. Overcoming the challenges of writing a book. Nik’s next big goal & What he’s struggling with right now.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: What did you learn from reading and summarizing hundreds of books? Why did you start writing on Medium? Was your family supportive of your non-traditional writing career? What was your experience coming to study abroad in the US? How long do you have to stay in a new place to feel fully integrated into the culture? How did you meet your girlfriend and do you plan on moving to the same country at some point? What is Four Minute Books and how do you make money from it? Who did you hire to help you with Four Minute Books and how do you manage your team? Will you ever sell your business? And more!   RESOURCES Automated Scheduling: Calendly Start Writing Online: Medium, Quora Full-Service Ad Management: Media Vine Learn Something New: Blinkist Team Management Tools/Software: Trello, Loom, Camtasia, Evernote, DropBox Other: Heroic (formerly PhilosophorsNotes) Books Mentioned: 2-Minute Pep Talks by Nik Goke The 4 Minute Millionaire by Niklas Göke Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss Atomic Habits by James Clear Perennial Seller by Ryan Holiday Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t by Steven Pressfield The Authentic Swing by Steven Pressfield The War of Art by Steven Pressfield Related Podcasts: Quitting Your Job To Start an Online Business with Mitko From That Remote Life How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture? Being a Digital Nomad in Southeast Asia With Giang Cao From Vietnam The Tim Ferriss Show with Steven Pressfield  Related Videos: Life in Lisbon, Portugal as a Digital Nomad: Cost-of-Living First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad (Pros & Cons) What is Stoicism and Why Should You Care? Connect with Nik: Visit his website Follow him on Medium Check out Four Minute Books Connect with him on LinkedIn 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 ........................................................................................... 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.

Have you ever wondered how to get hired as a virtual assistant? Or, have you ever considered hiring a VA so you can save time and increase productivity? Tune in to learn from Ethan Bull, Co-Founder of ProAssisting, about how to find or become a virtual assistant or remote executive assistant. ProAssisting is a full-service remote executive assistance company that partners with remote assistants across the US and internationally, matching them with companies or executives. Whether you’re looking to hire a VA or you want to become a VA (as a part-time side hustle or a full-time career), you’ll learn the best tips and tricks for getting started!   Episode 190 Special Offers:  Find a remote job with FlexJobs (use code Save30) Become a Patreon Patron  Buy Digital Nomads for Dummies   EPISODE 190 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How studying abroad sparked Ethan's love of travel and led him to become the remote business owner he is today. Top skills and requirements for virtual/remote executive assistants. The #1 interview question ProAssisting asks candidates in remote executive assistant interviews. How Ethan found an executive assistant job in the entertainment industry. How he went from being a virtual assistant to starting a virtual assistance company. The relationship between hospitality, business, and executive assistance. The rise of remote work & how companies can adapt.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: What skills are required to get a job as an executive assistant? How many people can virtual assistants work with at the same time? Should beginner remote assistants reach out to companies directly or use a remote work agency? Who should read The 29-Hour Workday and why? With the rise of remote work, are more New Yorkers moving upstate to remote areas? How does someone get a remote executive assistant with a company like ProAssisting? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Find VAs & Remote VA Jobs: UpWork, Fiverr, ProAssisting Digital Communication & Training Tools: Loom, VidYard   Related Books: The 29-Hour Workday by Ethan Bull and Stephanie Bull From Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks   Related Podcasts: How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium How To Master Remote Work and Find Remote Jobs With the Author of Running Remote What It's Like to Work Online and Travel with Remote Year How To Make $10K/Mo as a Digital Nomad Copywriter in Budapest How I Make Money Online - My Top 10 Online Income Streams   Related Videos: Be a Hospitalian | Bobby Stuckey | TedxBoulder    Connect with Ethan & ProAssisting: Visit ProAssisting’s website Connect with him on LinkedIn ...........................................................................................   Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review www.badassdigitalnomads.com   A special thank you to Kristin's patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Subscribe to Kristin's weekly travel newsletter ........................................................................................... Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.