Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country

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Dreaming of a fresh start overseas? Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country is your guide to making it happen! Each episode breaks down destinations, visas, housing, healthcare, and information about what it really takes to build a new life abroad. Whether you want a better lifestyle, retirement options, or remote-work freedom, this podcast gives practical advice to help you make the leap! Explore more in our books, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle"on Amazon.

  1. Jun 11

    Europe Retirement: Where Americans Can Find Healthcare, Lifestyle, and Comfort

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore 12 European countries that may appeal to American retirees looking for a better balance of healthcare, lifestyle, affordability, and long-term stability. From warmer Mediterranean options like Portugal, Spain, Greece, and Italy to countries known for strong public services and safety, such as Austria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Sweden, this episode breaks down what makes each destination worth considering. We look at the major factors retirees should weigh before moving abroad, including visa pathways, healthcare access, cost of living, tax treaties, English proficiency, infrastructure, safety, climate, and expat communities. Whether you’re drawn to coastal living, walkable cities, cultural richness, or reliable healthcare systems, this episode offers a practical overview of where retirement in Europe may feel both realistic and rewarding. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Investopedia — “12 Best European Countries for American Retirees Focused on Lifestyle and Healthcare” by Ali Hussain MY TEAM'S BOOKS ABOUT MOVING ABROAD: You can learn about additional countries to move to in our team's book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Are you specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    16 min

  2. Jun 3

    Best Cities for Expats in 2026: Where to Build a Better Life Abroad

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore the world’s most liveable cities for expats in 2026, based on a new ranking highlighted by CN Traveller. From Lisbon taking the top spot to cities like Amsterdam, Melbourne, Vienna, Barcelona, Singapore, Auckland, Tokyo, Copenhagen, and Seoul, this episode looks at what makes these destinations stand out for people hoping to build a new life overseas. We break down the key factors that matter most when choosing where to live abroad, including cost of living, safety, air quality, infrastructure, lifestyle, and overall quality of life. Whether you’re a remote worker, retiree, digital nomad, or simply dreaming of a fresh start, this episode offers insight into the cities where expats may find the strongest balance of opportunity, comfort, and everyday livability. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Condé Nast Traveller — “Thinking of moving abroad? These are officially the world's most liveable cities for expats in 2026” by Connor Sturges MY TEAM'S BOOKS ABOUT MOVING ABROAD: You can learn about additional countries to move to in our team's book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Are you specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    13 min

  3. May 19

    How to Prepare Before You Move Abroad: Your Checklist

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we walk through the essential steps to prepare for an international move, inspired by Travel + Leisure’s guide to moving abroad. From saving enough money and renewing your passport to researching visas, choosing where to live, preparing your family, and planning for the unexpected, this episode gives you a practical roadmap before you take the leap. Whether you’re dreaming about relocating, actively preparing, or just trying to understand what life abroad really requires, this episode breaks down the planning process into clear, manageable steps so you can move forward with more confidence. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Travel + Leisure — “Your Guide to Moving Abroad: 15 Essential Steps to Follow” OUR TEAM'S BOOKS ABOUT MOVING ABROAD: You can learn about additional countries to move to in our team's book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Are you specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    16 min

  4. May 17

    Malta: Affordable Mediterranean Island Living in Europe

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore why Malta is gaining attention as an affordable retirement destination in Europe. Travel + Leisure highlights International Living’s report, which says expats and retirees may be able to enjoy Malta’s Mediterranean lifestyle for under $36,000 per year. We break down what makes Malta stand out, including its sunny climate, English-speaking environment, coastal scenery, safety, European Union location, and growing expat community. We also look at more affordable areas mentioned in the report, including Mellieħa, Marsaxlokk, and Gozo, and what retirees should consider before making the move. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit: Travel + Leisure — “Why Every Expat, Retiree, and Digital Nomad Should Consider This Affordable European Island” YOU can learn about additional countries to move to in our other book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Are you specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    17 min

  5. May 14

    Americans Are Moving to Ireland in Record Numbers

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore why more Americans are making the move to Ireland, with relocation numbers reportedly rising nearly 100% in a year. From shared language and cultural ties to work opportunities, safety, lifestyle, and the appeal of the Emerald Isle, Ireland is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Americans seeking a fresh start abroad. We also discuss the realities behind the move, including cultural adjustment, workplace differences, housing challenges, and what it really takes to settle into life in Ireland. Whether you have Irish ancestry, dream of living in Europe, or are simply curious about why Ireland is drawing more Americans, this episode gives a practical look at one of today’s most talked-about relocation trends. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit IrishCentral — “Number of Americans moving to Ireland up 100%” Specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW! You can learn about additional countries to move to in our other book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

    14 min

  6. May 13

    Safest Countries for Expats: Where to Move for Peace of Mind

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore the safest countries in the world for expats, based on a new Travel + Leisure report. From Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Denmark to the UAE, Panama, Portugal, and Singapore, these destinations stand out for stability, low crime, strong infrastructure, and overall quality of life. We break down what “safety” really means when choosing a place to live abroad, including personal security, governance, healthcare access, political stability, and day-to-day peace of mind. Whether you’re planning a move, researching retirement options, or simply looking for a more secure lifestyle overseas, this episode offers a practical look at the countries where expats may feel most protected and supported. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Travel + Leisure — “These Are the Safest Countries in the World for Expats, According to a New Report” by Taryn White YOU can learn about additional countries to move to in our new book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    17 min

  7. May 12

    Where are the Best Retirement Destinations Abroad for 2026?

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore a new 2026 retirement ranking that puts Greece at the top of the list for retirees looking abroad. As rising living costs, expensive housing, and pressure on healthcare systems push more people to consider international retirement, countries like Greece, Spain, and Portugal continue to attract attention for their lifestyle, climate, healthcare access, and overall value. We break down why Greece is standing out in 2026, how it compares with longtime favorites like Spain and Portugal, and what retirees should consider before making a move overseas. Whether you’re planning your golden years or simply exploring future options, this episode offers practical insight into where retirement abroad may offer more comfort, affordability, and quality of life. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Euro Weekly News — “The best countries to retire abroad in 2026 and the results may surprise you” by Farah Mokrani YOU can learn about additional countries to move to in our new book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    18 min

  8. May 7

    Europe’s Best Retirement Options for Americans: Healthcare, Lifestyle, and Peace of Mind

    In this episode of Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country, we explore 12 European countries that may appeal to American retirees looking for strong healthcare, high quality of life, and a smoother path to living abroad. Investopedia’s list includes countries such as Portugal, Spain, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. We break down what makes these destinations stand out, including visa pathways, healthcare access, tax agreements, cost of living, safety, infrastructure, and expat communities. Whether you’re drawn to the warmer Mediterranean lifestyle of Portugal, Spain, and Greece, or the strong public services and stability of Northern Europe, this episode helps you compare the trade-offs before planning your retirement overseas. 🔎 Podcast Episode Credit Investopedia — “12 Best European Countries for American Retirees Seeking Quality of Life and Access to Healthcare” by Ali Hussain YOU can learn about additional countries to move to in our new book, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and you can purchase a copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Specifically interested in moving to Ireland? Here's the book for you: "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle" - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order NOW!

    16 min
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Dreaming of a fresh start overseas? Moving Abroad: Create a New Life in a New Country is your guide to making it happen! Each episode breaks down destinations, visas, housing, healthcare, and information about what it really takes to build a new life abroad. Whether you want a better lifestyle, retirement options, or remote-work freedom, this podcast gives practical advice to help you make the leap! Explore more in our books, "Freedom Abroad: Ten Countries for Americans Ready to Relocate" and "Ireland on the Horizon: How to Relocate, Settle, and Thrive on the Emerald Isle"on Amazon.

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