Traveling with Kristin 

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Kristin Wilson is an international relocation specialist who's traveled to 65 countries in 20 years. She's the author of Digital Nomads For Dummies, Moving Abroad For Dummies, and is the Go Overseas Mentor at International Living. She's also the host of the Traveling with Kristin podcast with more than 500K downloads in 189 countries.

Kristinโ€™s work has garnered more than 100 million views across online media platforms. She's been featured in Atlas Obscura, BBC News, Bloomberg Businessweek, Business Insider, HuffPost, HGTVโ€™s House Hunters International, The Independent, New York Times, The Today Show, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and more.

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"You travel certainly, in every sense of the word. But you take with you everything that you have been... Because you were once at home somewhere, you are never an alien anywhere."โ€” John O'Donohue ๐ŸŒ One of the most beautiful things about living abroad is that you don't leave your old life behind, you build on it. Every place you've lived, every friendship you've made, and every experience you've had becomes part of the person you bring into your next chapter. Moving abroad isn't about erasing where you came from. It's about carrying those experiences with you while making room for new ones.

Have you ever visited a place that instantly felt familiar, even though you'd never been there before? I'd love to hear about it. If you're thinking about moving abroad, comment ABROAD to find out if you're Ready to Relocate. โœˆ๏ธ

#MoveAbroad #LifeAbroad #InternationalLiving #NewBeginnings

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Which European country allows many U.S. tourists to stay for up to 6 months without a visa?

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My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating train crash near Urda, in Toledo, Spain. At least 69 people lost their lives, many others were injured, and families are still dealing with an unimaginable loss.

Thinking of the victims, their loved ones, the survivors, and everyone involved in the emergency response and recovery efforts. Spain has been such an important place in my travels and in this community, and I know many of you have deep connections there as well. ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ

Sending strength and sympathy to everyone affected.

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One of our clients, Ken, moved to Tirana at 76 with two suitcases, no local network, and no real idea what life there would look like. Fifteen months later, he says Albania is home. He has made friends, built a routine, and developed a deep admiration for the people around him. Heโ€™s even six months into learning Albanian, which he compares to discovering just how steep a mountain is once you actually start climbing it. ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฑ

Even with ongoing protests affecting parts of central Tirana, Ken says daily life in his neighborhood continues normally and that he still feels safe and settled there. His perspective is a good reminder that living somewhere gives you a much fuller picture than headlines alone, and for him, none of the uncertainty has changed how strongly he feels about the life he has built in Albania.

โœˆ๏ธ Comment START if youโ€™re thinking about building a life abroad later in life. What do you think helps a new country begin to feel like home?

#MoveAbroad #LivingAbroad #ExpatLife #RetireAbroad #Albania

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A lot of people want to move to Europe, but apparently, some cities are getting ALL the attention! ๐Ÿ‘€๐ŸŒ Watch my new video to see which 8 cities made the list (and which one took the top spot): https://youtu.be/W_1AoByL8eo

I combined survey responses from nearly 7,000 aspiring expats with data from my relocation company to find out where people actually want to move in 2026. Some of the results might surprise you, and let's just say popularity doesn't always mean affordability!

Thinking about making the move yourself? Comment EUROPE to find out how my team can help you relocate! โœˆ๏ธ Which city would get your vote, and which one do you think is completely overrated? ๐Ÿ‘‡

#MoveToEurope #LivingAbroad #ExpatLife #MovingAbroad #Europe

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๐ŸŽƒ Happy Halloween! Halloween abroad hits different! ๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŒ What's your favorite spooky destination? Tell me in the comments below ๐Ÿ‘‡

#Halloween #TravelLifestyle #ExpatLife

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Which European country is well known for its Non-Lucrative Visa?

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What would surprise you more after moving abroad?

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Nobody talks enough about the first year abroad. A recent story followed a woman who retired at 50 and moved from California to Ajijic, Mexico. ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Even after months of planning, her first year came with plenty of unexpected lessons, from underestimating everyday expenses and navigating a different healthcare system to realizing that building a new life takes time. Looking back, she says those early challenges helped her settle into a life she now loves. It's a good reminder that relocating abroad isn't about getting everything right from day one, it's about giving yourself time to adjust and grow. ๐Ÿชด

Comment ABROAD below if you're seriously considering a move abroad โœˆ๏ธ What do you think would be your biggest adjustment during your first year abroad?

#MoveAbroad #LifeAbroad #InternationalLiving #RetireAbroad #Relocation

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France or Spain, which one actually fits your life better? ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ I compare both side by side in my recent video. Watch here: https://youtu.be/X19c0Ynqt_k

I look at the differences that matter most when relocating, including visas, taxes, cost of living, healthcare, housing, climate, and lifestyle. Neither country is automatically โ€œbetter,โ€ but one may make much more sense depending on your budget, priorities, and personality.

โœˆ๏ธ Comment READY if youโ€™re exploring a move abroad and want help narrowing down your options. Which would you choose today, France or Spain?

#MoveAbroad #France #Spain #LivingAbroad #Relocation

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