Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes continued her winter stay in the Canary Islands last week which as she quickly found out is a popular stop for cruise ships so on this week's podcast we'll talk about cruising to the Canary Islands. Plus, a few weeks ago I was invited to a presentation an…Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes continued her winter stay in the Canary Islands last week which as she quickly found out is a popular stop for cruise ships so on this week's podcast we'll talk about cruising to the Canary Islands. Plus, a few weeks ago I was invited to a presentation and meet and greet from the folks at Provence, Alpes and Côte d’Azur Tourism Office. And it was there I got the chance to speak with the CEO of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Tourism located in the South...more
Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes continues her winter stay in the Canary Islands, so on this week's podcast we'll get an update on the many activities you can do while staying in the Canary Islands. Then we'll head to Southern Alberta and chat with the co-owners of the River Retreat Kana…Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes continues her winter stay in the Canary Islands, so on this week's podcast we'll get an update on the many activities you can do while staying in the Canary Islands. Then we'll head to Southern Alberta and chat with the co-owners of the River Retreat Kananaskis. Self described as where off-grid meets upscale in the Foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Support the showmore
Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes has been in the Canary Islands the past couple of weeks so we'll get some insight from her on what it's like to do a long stay there, escape the winter and blend in with the locals. Then we'll chat with the founder and CEO of Tenon Tours, a company that s…Send us Fan Mail Travel Expert Onanta Forbes has been in the Canary Islands the past couple of weeks so we'll get some insight from her on what it's like to do a long stay there, escape the winter and blend in with the locals. Then we'll chat with the founder and CEO of Tenon Tours, a company that specializes in personalized tours through Europe and in particular Ireland. So we'll get some tips on planning a trip to Ireland. Support the showmore
In this bonus episode of Amateur Traveler, we discuss issues associated with living abroad.
My Guest
Justin Burns, a part-time resident of the Canary Islands, joins us to share his experience of living abroad. He talks about the practical aspects of relocating to a foreign country, from navigatin…In this bonus episode of Amateur Traveler, we discuss issues associated with living abroad.
My Guest
Justin Burns, a part-time resident of the Canary Islands, joins us to share his experience of living abroad. He talks about the practical aspects of relocating to a foreign country, from navigating visa options to adjusting to life in a new place. Whether you're considering a move overseas or just curious about what it's like, Justin offers helpful insights based on his personal journey.
Questions
In this podcast with Justin Burns, several key questions are addressed, including:
How can someone move abroad and what are the steps involved?
Justin explains the different visa options, such as retirement, digital nomad, and investment visas, and the application process.
What challenges do people face when relocating to a foreign country?
He discusses both bureaucratic hurdles, like obtaining necessary documents and dealing with red-tape, and emotional challenges related to language barriers and cultural adjustments.
What are the costs of living abroad compared to the U.S.?
Justin compares the cost of healthcare, housing, groceries, transportation, and more in Spain to the U.S. and provides insights into how moving abroad can result in significant savings.
What are some of the emotional surprises of moving abroad?
He shares his experiences dealing with frustrations like language barriers and cultural differences and how those affect day-to-day life.
What should people consider when choosing a place to live abroad?
Justin provides tips on what to look for when selecting a city or country, including things like local amenities, accessibility, and whether the destination is welcoming to expats.
How does the process of buying property abroad work?
He explains the steps involved in purchasing a home overseas, including the role of notaries and legal differences compared to the U.S.
What are the tax implications of living abroad?
The podcast discusses double taxation agreements and how taxes work for expats living in places like Spain.
These topics provide practical insights for anyone considering a move abroad or curious about the lifestyle.
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