Badass Digital Nomads

"When you move to a foreign country, you do feel lonely sometimes. Trading texts, emails, and Facebook messages sometimes isn't enough." - Greg Gordon Thinking of moving to Costa Rica to live the pura vida lifestyle? Today’s guest, Greg Gordon, is an expert in expat living. He’s been living in Costa Rica since the 1990’s as the founder of the country’s first online surf report, CRSurf.com. In Episode 135 of Badass Digital Nomads, Greg and Kristin discuss how Costa Rica has changed over the years. They both witnessed the tourism and real estate boom firsthand. Greg shares how he taught himself to blog and code during the early internet days. He then offers tips on how to grow an online business with no experience, achieve work-life balance, and run his company from anywhere. Kristin and Greg also share their favorite places to visit in Costa Rica and explain how to stay safe and avoid common scams. Even though Costa Rica has a higher-than-average crime rate and cost of living, it’s still a magical place to liv

Kristin shares her favorite places in the world in 15 categories! Learn what Kristin's favorite places are to travel to and why (out of 60+ countries visited).  Support #TEAMSEAS: Help Mr. Beast remove 30 million pounds of trash from the ocean by January 1, 2022. For ever $1 donated, one pound of trash will be removed. If every listener of Badass Digital Nomads donates $1, we can clean 15,000-20,000 pounds of trash in a month! Go to TeamSeas.org to donate now. Strength in numbers - we got this! Treat yourself or someone you love for the holidays: Get 10% off any Nordace backpack or travel accessories here.  EPISODE 134 FAVORITE COUNTRIES TIMESTAMPS: The world's most beautiful places and tourist destinations are full of trash [00:40] How to help clean trash out of the ocean by donating to TeamSeas [1:30] Get 10% off Nordace travel bags and accessories [4:10]  Eco-Friendly Travel podcast episode [2:32] Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for you. ❤️ [5:06] Next week's episode of Badass Digital Nomads is about

Want to travel more sustainably? There are plenty of ways to reduce your carbon footprint while satisfying your wanderlust. When Luana and Tom Simonson first met on Tinder, she was a Cirque du Soleil costume designer and he was a South Florida surfer. Today, they are the founders of Lutom World, an eco-friendly lifestyle brand. Luana is also the author of the Eco-Savvy Traveler Guidebook: Sustainable Tips from a World-Traveling Environmentalist. In Episode 133 of Badass Digital Nomads, you'll learn: - Tips on becoming an eco-savvy traveler; - How Luana and Tom started their company from scratch; -How to be productive working from home with a baby; -The top travel destinations for eco-tourism; -Crazy global pollution stats; -And what Luana learned about conservation while touring the world with Cirque. Tune in to learn small ways you can make a big impact on the planet!

Holiday shopping: Get 10% off any Nordace backpack or travel accessories here.  What are the most underrated destinations in the world? Are there any countries you'd like to travel to someday but think it's too "unrealistic?" Learn how to turn your wish list into a reality in Episode 132 of Badass Digital Nomads podcast.    EPISODE 132 TOPICS AND TIMESTAMPS: What are three countries you've always wanted to go to but never thought you could? [00:50] What is one thing you can do to learn or experience something about one of those countries today? [1:48] Join Kristin's newsletter at https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/subscribe [3:00] Take small steps toward big goals; join the Ready To Relocate waiting list for 2022 here. [5:20]  Short personal update and why Kristin cancelled the last two YouTube Live Streams [6:00] How to get 10% off Nordace travel bags and accessories [7:00] Honest Backpack Review video [7:41] Thank you to new Patreon patrons [9:12] Thank you to Sophie from the UK for her five-star review

Status-quo dropouts and creators of WorldTowning, Jessica and Will Sueiro are avid adventurers who have been traveling the world with their free-spirited children, Avalon and Largo, since 2014. Together, they’ve visited 70 countries in their quest to provide their children with a global education, while building a deeper bond as a family. WorldTowning is a company committed to helping individuals broaden their global experiences through coaching, immersive group expeditions, and sharing their entire journey on their YouTube channel. In part 2 of this interview, Will and Jessica talk about their approach to long-term global travel, from staying on top of healthcare to letting their kids pick which countries they go to. You’ll gain insight into the challenges and uncertainty of leaving behind the American Dream, the mindset required to live a nomadic lifestyle, and why parents shouldn’t wait until their kids are grown up to travel. Plus, you’ll learn what it really means to “live like a local.” Creating content

Former corporate America dropouts, Jessica and Will Sueiro, are avid adventurers who have been traveling the world with their free-spirited children, Avalon and Largo, since 2014. After burning out in their careers as a corporate accountant and graphic designer, Jessica and Will quit their jobs to move abroad and start a YouTube channel called World Towning.  Today, they’ve visited 70 countries in their quest to provide their children with a global education, while building a deeper bond as a family.  In part 1 of this two-part interview, Will and Jessica shed light on why they decided to leave their corporate jobs to pursue content creation and culturally rich travel experiences as a family. They also get candid about the challenges of raising and homeschooling kids outside of the US and share lessons learned in 7 years of full-time travel.  Would you ever travel long-term with your family? Have you ever thought of becoming a content creator? Listen in for tips on travel vlogging, educating kids through glob

Feeling exhausted and uninspired at work? Maybe it's time for you to take a one-week, one-month, or one-year work-travel "workcation!" Sam Pessin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Remote Year, a community-based work and travel company on a mission to help online professionals live and work from 30+ countries around the globe. Having grown up as a global citizen, traveling the world with his parents, Sam knows a thing or two about the power of experiencing new cultures and stepping outside your comfort zone. In Episode 129 of Badass Digital Nomads, Kristin and Sam talk about everything Remote Year has to offer, from week-long retreats helping you recover from work-related burnout to year-long remote work and travel programs. You’ll gain insight into how Remote Year chooses the best locations for digital nomads, Sam’s favorite travel destinations around the world, and how he stays productive while running an international online business. As Sam so wisely says, “People who are in more inspiring locations and enjoyin

Meet the Ingrams – a “typical” American family who documented their journey to become expats living abroad in London, Singapore, and Taiwan. Their new reality TV show, “The Expats International Ingrams,” has been streamed more than 2.3 million times on Amazon Prime, but it wasn’t always that way… Series Creator and Producer, Juanita Ingram, sits down with Kristin from her home in Taipei to share her advice (learned the hard way) of overcoming the many challenges of moving to a new country. It took months of “sitting on the couch, eating chips,” before Juanita was able to pull herself out of the “trailing spouse depression” and health challenges she experienced after quitting her job in support her husband’s career move to London. Find out her tips for adapting to a new culture and how to relate with locals while managing the stereotype of being an American abroad. You’ll also learn about the cost-of-living and housing prices in Taiwan, the cost of local healthcare, safety rankings, top things to see and do, a

When it comes to moving abroad, there are many tasks to check off your to-do list, one of which is finding somewhere to live. But did you know that Airbnb is one of the more expensive places to look? Whether it be in France or the Philippines, a funky flat or a luxury villa, there are endless options that will suit your budget and lifestyle… but where does one even begin to search for a home in a foreign country? In today's podcast, we are searching far beyond Airbnb and getting creative with the housing search process. For travelers and remote workers alike, here are 27 unique ways to find a short- or long-term rental abroad. Helpful Housing Resources: Get $30 off AirBnb Download a Free PDF of these 27 Housing Strategies Badass Digital Nomads Episode 127: How To Find Housing Overseas Without Using Airbnb Intro: The best part of relocation is finding housing [00:30] But first… Kristin is speaking at the VidSummit YouTube Conference in Los Angeles + Come to her in-person meetup! [1:40] Sponsor: Ready to Rel

You wouldn’t be to blame if you didn’t know *everything* there is to know about moving to another country. (After all, this isn’t a topic that’s taught in school.) Moving abroad is a complex logistical feat, but here are some common mistakes to avoid.  Badass Digital Nomads Episode 126: Moving Abroad Mistakes Sponsor: Ready to Relocate Relocation Course [00:42] Intro: Why is relocating so hard? Limitations of the public education system + Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs [2:03] Shoutout: Thanks to Colcom from UK for the podcast review [8:03] Super informative podcast: "Love Kristin's style and knowledge on all things digital nomad and living the expat life, both the pros and cons. Great guests too!" Top 10 Moving Abroad Mistakes: Timestamps [8:44] Buying real estate too soon [8:55] Applying for permanent residency [12:00] Waiting too long to move [15:33] Moving before you're ready [16:40] Spending too much time with expats [19:32] Too trusting and lowering your guard [21:12] Not learning the local language [22:

Is it possible to live in Spain without a work permit? Find out in Episode 125 of Badass Digital Nomads. Learn the differences, costs, and requirements for Spains's Non-Lucrative Visa, Self-Employment Visa, Golden Visa, Permanent Residency, Citizenship, and the new Spain Digital Nomad Visa.  Are you planning on moving abroad in the next few years? Enrollment is open in Kristin's new coaching program, Ready To Relocate!

Travel like a pro by avoiding these top 12 travel mistakes! Plus, hear more tips from podcast listeners who wrote in from the Traveling with Kristin Community. Are you planning on moving abroad in the next few years? Enrollment is open (for a limited time) in Kristin's new coaching program, Ready To Relocate!

Are you planning on moving abroad in the next few years? Enrollment is open for Kristin's new coaching program, Ready To Relocate!

How can you advance in your career and have freedom at the same time? What are some practical ways to design your ideal life? Kristin speaks with Steph Smith from the popular digital nomad and remote work blog, StephSmith.io, to share her tips on lifestyle design, productivity, long-term travel, nomadic relationships, and more.  Steph is a remote growth marketer, writer, and indie maker. She is also a self-taught developer that has built multiple projects, including some that have topped Product Hunt, leading to a nomination for Maker of the Year in 2018. Steph also has a personal blog that has been read by over half a million people, touching on topics including remote work, productivity, and tech. Most recently, she wrote a book, Doing Content Right, that has sold over 3,000 copies. In episode 122 of Badass Digital Nomads, Kristin and Steph talk about the key elements of designing and living your best life, from optimizing your career to the little things that boost your happiness. Steph tells her story of

Being a full-time traveler isn’t always as blissful as dancing in the streets of Havana, Cuba with a mojito in each hand or sitting on a sunny mountaintop in Norway. Of course, traveling allows us to experience euphoric moments like these, but it also brings about obstacles and difficult moments that challenge us along the way. In Episode 121 of Badass Digital Nomads, Kristin highlights 8 things that happen when you become a full-time digital nomad and 4 powerful pieces of advice that will help you overcome those challenges so you can have the best travel experience possible. Despite the uncertainty that comes with the digital nomad lifestyle, this podcast was created to be a valuable resource for you so that you know what to expect from full-time solo travel.  With this insight, you can go out into the world as a prepared and confident nomad!    “That which you seek to live well is found everywhere.” - Seneca   EPISODE 121 TOPICS DISCUSSED: How you can feel the highs and the lows of travel at the same time

Wondering what the first global digital country on the internet will be like? Would you like answers to your top travel and health insurance questions? Tune into Episode 120 of Badass Digital Nomads, where Kristin speaks with SafetyWing Co-Founder, Sondre Rasch, about the "safety net" that he and his team are building for remote workers, world travelers,  and global citizens. You'll learn how a group of digital nomad friends created the products they wish they had when they started traveling - from emergency travel medical insurance to a nomad pension plan that can help you retire early on FIRE.  Sondre answers your most pressing questions about SafetyWing’s coverage, taken straight from listeners like you in Kristin's Facebook Group, Badass Digital Nomads, and gives you his insights into the best ways to work remotely and stay productive and focused from anywhere.   You'll also get a sneak peek into what Plumia will be like, the world's first digital country on the internet.  This episodes ends with some pro

More than 4 million Americans quit their jobs this year and up to 95% of the workforce are allegedly thinking about doing the same thing. Meanwhile, on the professional sports front, gilded Olympic athletes from Michael Phelps to Simone Biles have catapulted our shared human struggles with mental health into the limelight. What does it all mean? In this episode of Badass Digital Nomads, Kristin breaks down how you can transform challenging times in your personal and professional life into a force for good.  Are you thinking about quitting your job? Just want to learn how to make money online or start a side hustle? Use code QUITYOURJOB for $100 off Kristin's online course, Freelance to Freedom.    SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Kristin's Favorite Money Transfer App: Wise International Travel Insurance: SafetyWing Online Course: Freelance to Freedom Videos: The Great Resignation: Should You Quit Your Job? Articles: "12 Ways the World Will Change When Everyone Works Remotely" "It's Time for Companies to E

David and Carrie McKeegan are the founders of Greenback Tax Services, one of the top tax prep service companies for expats and Americans abroad. The couple and their three children have been living abroad for many years and started offering expat tax services after becoming frustrated with the confusion around paying US taxes abroad.  In part 2 of this interview, David and Carrie fill you in on everything you need to know about paying taxes abroad as a digital nomad, international traveler, or retiree. From required tax documents to important deductions and deadlines, this dynamic duo covers all the bases!  They even share two ways you can reduce or eliminate your US tax burden, the consequences of not filing taxes while living abroad, and their candid opinions on digital nomad visas and how to avoid state income taxes. We know how much expats like to procrastinate on filing their tax returns (wink). If you need professional tax advice or just want to know where to get started, tune in to this episode to lear

After becoming frustrated with the confusion around paying US taxes abroad while living in London, David and Carrie McKeegan founded Greenback Tax Services, a tax prep company for expats living overseas.  In part 1 of this interview, David and Carrie share tips on traveling and living abroad as a family of five. They discuss what it was like to grow their family in foreign countries and where they've lived over the years. The also explain why they recently left their home in Bali to move to Costa Rica and shed light on the truth about living in Bali, why they invested in real estate investment in Nicaragua, and the cost of living in Argentina.  Are you nervous about traveling with your kids? No need to worry! David and Carrie share their top tips and advice on traveling and living abroad with kids.   EPISODE 117 TOPICS DISCUSSED: Moving overseas for the first time.  Being global citizens with 11 passports total.  Advice for traveling and living abroad with kids. How to manage the stress of living abroad as a

Now that you've heard what it's like to renounce your US citizenship and how to do it, what about the other side of the story? What are some reasons you might want to keep your citizenship status? Kristin explains why she's keeping her US citizenship forever, despite the many reasons people have for renouncing.  She also reads and reflects on some of the top comments from her video interview with Erika Lind on why she renounced her US citizenship and moved to Canada.    ► Headed overseas?