Podcasts about nomadtopia

Amy Scott takes us on her journey growing up in the U.S., starting to travel the world in 2004, becoming a digital nomad, and eventually meeting her Argentine husband on the dancefloor of a salsa club in Buenos Aires.   She shares their experiences traveling the world together and talks about their eventual decision to have kids and their choice to give birth in Mexico.  Amy gives tips on family planning considerations in the nomad lifestyle, shares her experiences, explains the reasons for her choices, and reflects on what she loves about raising her 4 year old twins primarily in Mexico.  She also talks about hosting the “Nomadtopia Radio” podcast, reflects on the impact her travels have had on her, and how she thinks about integrating travel into her kids' lives at different ages.  FULL SHOW NOTES AT: www.TheMaverickShow.com

There have been some big changes in my life since Jill Sessa interviewed me for Episode 200 at the end of 2022, so I'm back with some updates! Tune in to learn what's been going on, why I'm feeling the need for more space in my life and work, and how I'm creating that space. I share: The big trip we're gearing up for A major decision I've made about Nomadtopia(R) A life-changing diagnosis I recently received (don't worry, I'm okay!) And more   Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.  

Investing in real estate as a nomad might sound impossible. When you're traveling all the time, how can you buy a property, fix it up, find renters, and manage it? As it turns out, there is a way, and it doesn't involve renovations or interviewing potential tenants—or require you to be local to the property. In today's episode I'm chatting with Matt Bowles, longtime nomad and cofounder of Maverick Investor Group, which helps people purchase turnkey properties that already have tenants and property managers in place. He shares why these types of properties are such great investments especially if you're living the nomad lifestyle as well as the benefits of working with a nontraditional brokerage like his and how such an investment can give you consistent passive residual income for  years to come. In this episode: Why Matt wanted to build his own business and how he created more autonomy in his life to travel the world How joining Remote Year brought him community as a nomad, and what influences the pace at which he travels from country to country Why he loves visiting Africa and his recommendations for nomads interested in exploring the continent Everything you need to know about turnkey properties, from what they are to why they're advantageous How Matt's nontraditional brokerage approach works for buyers, and the income and tax benefits that come with owning rental property How this type of real estate investing plays into housing injustice, and how to be a responsible landlord who provides value and a safe space to tenants and the community For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/203. Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Simply deciding where to travel as a nomad can be tricky. Every country has different entry and visa laws, and it's easier to travel with some passports than others. Unfortunately, people who have to apply for a visa to go almost anywhere face an unnecessary and unfair barrier to seeing the world. In today's episode, my guest is Vangile Makwakwa, a South African, a nomad, and a money coach. We talk about discriminatory visa processes, her personal nomad style, her favorite countries she's visited, and how to navigate money trauma when moving abroad. In this episode: The different home bases Vangile has had around the world depending on where she is in lifeWhy her podcast focuses primarily on helping Black women invest in real estate in African countries How her South African passport influences where she goes and why she primarily goes to countries that are more welcoming to Black people The discrimination of some Western countries' visa processes, making it difficult for Black and Brown people to explore the world Vangile's work as a money coach, her focus on ancestral money trauma, and how our relationship with money connects to our nervous system  How moving to another country affects your finances For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/202. Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Finding a forever home certainly isn't a priority for all nomads. While some are on an intentional search, others actively spurn the idea of home—or they end up finding it when they least expect it and a location they visit just suddenly clicks. As I always say, there's no one way to approach the nomad journey. In this episode, I'm chatting with Vanessa Jacquemin, an online business strategist who left her original home in the United States more than 20 years ago and recently found her forever home in Mexico. She shares her process for finding the right home for her, how becoming a mother shifted her point of view, and her advice for others wanting to embark on a nomadic journey.  In this episode: Vanessa's history of traveling and living nomadically from age 21, and how she has now found her forever home in Mexico What Vanessa considered when looking for a forever home and how living multiple places helped influence her decision Her experience as a Black person living in Mexico Vanessa's thoughts on the best way to set yourself up to be able to move abroad How becoming a mother shifted her perspective on what to look for in a place to call home The importance of making a change, even a small one, towards living your happiness For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/201. Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

As we enter a new year and the podcast hits 200 episodes, I'm reflecting on my own Nomadtopia journey. I invited my friend Jill Sessa back to interview me on my experiences as a nomad. In this episode, we talk about how my Nomadtopia has changed since Jill last interviewed me in 2018. I share what's new and upcoming in my work as well as how my lifestyle and my perspective on location independence has evolved over the years, especially since our twins were born in 2019. We also discuss some of the more challenging aspects of navigating life and family as a nomad. In this episode: What location independence means to me How having kids makes being a nomad and planning adventures a different experience The effects of the pandemic on nomadic life (for me personally and in general) What my local community is like and how I'm approaching schooling for my kids How the future plans we're considering are different from the way we've approached traveling and living abroad in the past How we settled into a groove of working and spending time with our kids, and how things shifted when they started school What's new and exciting in the Nomadtopia Collective, and the importance of non-judgmental community for nomads What I'm learning about how to navigate being a nomad with aging parents Upcoming workshops I'll be offering about handling important aspects of location independence For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/200 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Amy Scott, a seasoned digital nomad and Host of Nomadtopia Radio, opens up about expat life and shares her advice on traveling the world as a digital nomad. Starting from the beginning, Amy talks about why she left the United States, why she never went back, and how she met her Argentine husband during her travels. She then shares what life is like now, living in Mexico as an expat family with their twin toddlers. In this episode, you'll gain insight into the nomadic expat lifestyle before and after the pandemic, the challenges of cultivating community as a digital nomad, and why she decided to slow down and take a step back from her podcast.   Episode 185 Special Offers:  Find a remote job with FlexJobs (use code Save30) Become a Patreon Patron and support the podcast Learn how to earn an online income with the Freelance to Freedom Online Course Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter Buy a copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Apply for Kristin's Ready to Relocate program Listen to Amy's Interview of Kristin on Nomadtopia Sign up for a free month trial of Nomadtopia Collective   EPISODE 185 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How the pandemic and remote work has impacted life in Mexico. Amy's spontaneous nomad story & How she started working for herself. How to transition to remote work. Finding love abroad. How her husband quit his job to become a digital nomad. Balancing work, family, and a side hustle. Staying aligned as a nomadic family & What the digital nomad lifestyle is like with kids. The challenges of working from home as a full-time traveler. Preventing burnout as a digital creator. The benefits of slowing down and putting down roots in one place. The evolution of the nomad. Amy's new perception of the US after spending over a decade abroad. Finding community as a digital nomad.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why did you move from Mexico City to Querétaro, Mexico? Has there been an influx of nomads in Mexico after the pandemic? Why did you leave the US? What countries did you travel to before settling in Mexico? How did you find love abroad? What motivated you to start a podcast? Why don't you podcast as much now? Will you stay a nomad forever? Would you ever move back to the US? Who is your community now?  And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Marie Forlio's B-School Kristin's Webinar on How to Start a Podcast  Related Podcasts: Living as an Expat in Portugal with Josh & Kalie of Expats Everywhere Traveling the United States in an RV as a Freelancing Family With Two Kids How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places Quitting Your Job To Start an Online Business With Mitko From That Remote Life How To Change Careers and Find Community Anywhere in the World With Patrick Farrell How To Master Remote Work and Find Remote Jobs With the Author of Running Remote Related Videos: Why I Left the USA (Again) Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2023 Why I Quit YouTube How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] The Best Destinations for New Digital Nomads The TRUTH about FULL-TIME TRAVEL

If you're switching locations frequently and working constantly, it's easy to get burned out on nomad life. What systems and boundaries have you put in place to create more balance? In today's episode, I'm chatting with Kristin Wilson, author of Digital Nomads for Dummies. She shares how she ended up writing this book and the main steps she outlines for becoming a digital nomad. We talked about how to build a life that works for you, finding balance, and setting boundaries. Kristin also shared her perspective on why you should outsource your travel planning and destination research. In this episode: Balancing the flow of staying in one place with regular travel How it was easier to handle the COVID pandemic as a nomad Kristin's journey to write and publish Digital Nomads for Dummies, and the main steps it takes to become a nomad Kristin's practices and advice for ensuring boundaries, time away from work, and rest Outsourcing travel planning and destination research For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/199 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

This week on the podcast we are joined by Amy Scott. Originally from the United States and currently based in central Mexico, Amy has been traveling and living abroad since 2004. She's passionate about helping entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers harness the power of location independence to create freedom in their life and work. As the founder of Nomadtopia, Amy connects and supports people around the globe who are building their own version of a location-independent lifestyle (aka Nomadtopia). In this episode of the show, Amy shares her travel story, what led her to take her first solo trip and then set out as a digital nomad in 2007. She shares her journey since then, including meeting her husband in Argentina, getting married, and eventually getting pregnant and having twins in Mexico. She talks about the decision to have babies abroad, why Mexico, what her experience was like, and more.Enjoy!**In this episode:**- How Amy started traveling and living abroad- Working in the US before moving to Argentina- Knowing when you're ready to transition into a digital nomad lifestyle- Amy's experience of living in Buenos Aires- Traveling as a couple vs. traveling solo- Deciding on where to have a baby and why Mexico was chosen- How things have shifted for Amy since having two babies and her travel plans for the future**Guest links:**Nomadtopia Podcast: [https://www.nomadtopia.com/](https://www.nomadtopia.com/)

If you want to merge your interests with travel, whether on a personal or business level, then you'll enjoy today's episode. I'm chatting with Stuart Every, an international producer of street festivals, who lives a nomadic lifestyle with three home bases around the world. He's sharing how he built his global business, logistics that come with networking, hiring, and marketing, and how to find community when regularly moving around.  In this episode: Why Stuart chose to have three home bases and how he built up his global business How street theater artists are the original nomads How often Stuart travels in his nomadic business What it's like navigating the nomad life when you're older How to balance independence and need for community as a nomad The logistics of running a global business and managing a distributed team  For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/197 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

When we found out that we were pregnant and decided that we wanted to have our baby abroad, we went in search of resources where people were talking about what it was like to have a baby in another country and found very little. This is one of the reasons that Amanda was super excited to be a guest on Nomadtopia Radio with Amy Scott talking about having a baby abroad.There are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to starting a family as a nomad. Your priorities change, you have to plan differently, you might miss some adventures. There's no question that having a baby changes your nomad experience.In this episode that originally aired on Nomadtopia Radio, Amy interviews Amanda. Amanda shares their experience planning for and shifting into this next phase, deciding when to stop traveling and where to give birth, balancing their child's needs with their nomadic lifestyle, and much more.Enjoy!**In this episode:**- What it's like for Amanda being in a more stable chapter of her nomad life- How and when she first become location independent- Amanda's primary income streams- How and when Amanda and her husband decided to start a family- How trying to get pregnant affects nomads' choices- How Amanda navigated where to give birth and where to live- What she thought life would be like with a baby and how that experience has panned out so far- How their kids will impact their lifestyle in the future- What it has been like traveling with a baby**Guest links:**Nomadtopia Podcast: [https://www.nomadtopia.com/](https://www.nomadtopia.com/)

The nomadic lifestyle tends to go in cycles. On the road for a few years, in a permanent location for a few years, back and forth as life brings different wants and needs. Complacency followed by a catalyst for change. In today's episode, I'm talking with Michael Boyink, who spent eight years on the road in an RV followed by four years living in a small town. He and his wife are now on the brink of their next big move. He shares what it was like living in an RV, how his kids managed it, and navigating the decisions that come with being a nomad. In this episode: Michael's journey in and out of nomad life over the past 10+ years How to navigate the up and down cycles that inevitably come with a nomadic lifestyle Why Michael and his wife decided on the Tulsa Remote Program How burnout contributed to their need for change How their kids reacted and adapted to this lifestyle   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/196   Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

There are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to starting a family as a nomad. Your priorities change, you have to plan differently, you might miss some adventures. There's no question that having a baby (or two, in my case!) changes your nomad experience. In this episode, I'm chatting with Amanda Kingsmith, who currently lives in Mexico with her husband and new baby. She shares their experience planning for and shifting into this next phase, deciding when to stop traveling and where to give birth, and balancing their child's needs with their nomadic lifestyle. In this episode: What it's like for Amanda being in a more stable chapter of her nomad life How and when she first become location independent Amanda's primary income streams How and when Amanda and her husband decided to start a family How trying to get pregnant affects nomads' choices How Amanda navigated where to give birth and where to live What she thought life would be like with a baby and how that experience has panned out so far How their kids will impact their lifestyle in the future What it has been like traveling with a baby For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/195 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Nomads can experience grief in many forms: grief for the places we've loved and left, grief for saying goodbye to the friends we meet during our travels, and of course grief for those we lose to death. Losing a loved one is always life changing, but it can be especially difficult for those of us living and traveling oceans away from home. In this episode, I'm joined by Charlene Lam, grief coach and founder of The Grief Gallery Charlene Lam, who came into this work after losing her mom while she was abroad. She explains how grief can be a unique experience for nomads, but also how grief feels different for everyone. Charlene also shares her advice for creating a plan in case a family member dies or has a medical emergency while you're away. In this episode: Why Charlene loves the unique combination of stability and flexibility in her nomad life How she created a career in grief work after losing her mother suddenly Navigating the emotional challenges that come with living far from your loved ones Why it's important to have conversations about loss before it happens How to create a plan in case a loved one dies or needs medical care while you're away How to stay connected with family from anywhere Creating a support network of people back home to help in case of emergencies How different people process grief, and respecting how you process grief  Where to find help and resources if you're experiencing grief For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/194 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Many people think about remote working and the digital nomad lifestyle as being something new, but it's actually been around nearly as long as the internet itself. Those of us who've been here since the early days have evolved along with it, both in our careers and in our traveling lifestyles. In this episode, I'm joined by digital marketing consultant and digital nomad Luis Betancourt. We talk about how we first met in 2007 during the heyday of Couchsurfing and how Luis's digital nomad lifestyle has changed since then. He shares how he and his wife have found their unique balance of home versus traveling and work versus play. Also, Luis shares his advice for utilizing online networking to grow your business. In this episode: How Luis's life as a nomad has evolved over the years How Luis became a digital nomad before it was a worldwide trend Falling in love with solo traveling, and then sharing his love of travel with his wife How the pandemic allowed him and his wife to become fully location independent Finding a balance between traveling the world and enjoying time at home How working remotely has changed since Luis first discovered it How to market yourself as a solopreneur or freelancer  The power of virtual networking to grow your business and client base   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/193 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram https:www.instagram.com/nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

You never know when a new place might take your breath away. And sometimes, it's the most unlikely destinations that produce the most profound impacts in our lives. As you'll hear in today's episode, even a spur-of-the-moment trip can create a lifelong passion for a place. In this episode, I'm joined by the founder of Expat in Croatia, Sara Dyson. She shares her story of moving to and falling in love with Croatia, even though it wasn't her first choice of destination. She explains some of the bureaucratic and logistical challenges of moving to a different country, and we also talk about the impact digital nomads and expats can have on a place and how to be sensitive to these issues. In this episode: How Sara turned her childhood dreams of living in Europe into a reality How she decided to move to Croatia, even though it wasn't her first choice Why Sara created Expat in Croatia, the resource she wishes she had when she first moved overseas Making the leap from employee to entrepreneur How Sara has fallen in love with Croatia and made it her home in the past ten years Who Croatia is a good fit for, and how most foreigners experience the country Types of visas and permits available to people who want to live in Croatia How to be sensitive to the impact digital nomads and expats have on a place's economy and real estate market   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/192 Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

To live—and really flourish—abroad, cultivating self-trust is critical in finding your footing in a new place. Living in another country can come with a range of difficulties, but that's just part of the challenge. It's not a balm to fix all your problems, but it does provide an opportunity for self-actualization. In this episode, I am joined by Christine Job, a business strategist currently living in Spain. We talk about how taking a different path gives you the space to choose what you really want, accountability as a form of self-care, and how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness. You'll get her insight into what it's really like living abroad and facing challenges with language differences, a new sense of identity, and learning to surrender.  In this episode: What brought Christine to Spain and kept her there How self-care and betting on yourself doesn't always look the way you'd expect  The biggest benefits of living abroad and having an international experience How living abroad is a pathway to wellness How nomad living opens you to a sense of surrender  How this kind of lifestyle shifts your sense of identity The language barriers of living abroad The biggest surprises of living in Spain How you can hold joy and grief at the same time   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/191. Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Working with your spouse poses a unique set of challenges. When you throw full-time RVing into the mix, it becomes an even bigger adventure. But as you'll hear on today's episode, there's nothing quite so freeing as hitting the road with the person you love to live untethered by your location or work. In this episode, I'm joined by wives and business partners Jennie and Meredyth Mustafa-Julock for a conversation about living and working together on the road. Jennie and Meredyth are sharing their story of giving up their big-city lifestyle for one of full-time RV travel. Plus, they're sharing their advice for sharing responsibilities and working together in an RV. In this episode: Why Jennie and Meredyth decided to become digital nomads How they adjusted to the RV lifestyle as two women who'd never camped before How the RV lifestyle allowed Jennie and Meredyth to become more minimalist How to do a “test drive” of the nomadic lifestyle to make sure it's a good fit How Jennie and Meredyth prepared for and researched the nomadic lifestyle What you learn from working and living with your partner in a small space Jennie and Meredyth's advice for couples who want to make a similar life change How to separate responsibilities while on the road and find your traveling flow   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/190. Download your free guide, ​​10 Things You Need to Do before Becoming a Nomad: https://www.nomadtopia.com/guide Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Welcome to Season 4 of the She Hit Refresh podcast. A podcast for women age 30 and up who want to break free from routine and start a life of travel. Specifically women who want to move abroad or travel the world long-term. I sit down with women who have made their refresh dreams come true and discuss how and why they moved abroad or hit the road to travel. In this episode I speak to Amy Scott of Nomadtopia. Amy is 46, a mother of two (twins), and currently lives in Mexico. Tune in to hear about her inspiring story of quitting her job at 29 to travel the world and how it changed the trajectory of her life. What we discuss Quitting your job to travel How she ended up living in Argentina Traveling the world with your partner Slowing down a nomadic lifestyle and staying in one place What life in Mexico has been like Having kids in your 40s Raising kids and living abroad during the pandemic and much more! About Amy Originally from the United States and currently based in Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico, Amy Scott has spent the past 16 years traveling the world and living abroad while running multiple businesses. She's passionate about helping entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers harness the power of location independence to create freedom in their life and work. As the founder of Nomadtopia, Amy connects and supports people around the globe who are building their own version of a location-independent lifestyle (aka Nomadtopia). Clients and colleagues call her “the queen of location independence,” “a true travel/work expert,” and “the go-to resource for anyone looking to make their living while traveling the world.” When she's not sharing resources with her community or interviewing fellow nomads for her podcast, Amy can be found reading books of all genres, tasting local delicacies, and exploring new places or relaxing in the park with her Argentine husband and their Mexico-born twin toddlers. Connect with Amy on her site Nomadtopia, Facebook and Instagram. Looking to move to Europe? Get your copy of I'm Outta Here! An American's Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe. Join our She Hit Refresh Facebook Group, get more tips and advice on how to hit refresh on our blog and follow us on on Instagram and Twitter. Check out our Forbes feature: How Americans Can Move To Europe (It's Easier Than You Think)!

For many parents, reconciling that new role with our identity as adventurers and travelers can lead to a whole new kind of journey. It can take a while to find our travel legs as a parent and discover what “adventure” looks like for our family. But as I always say, there's no “right” way to do any of this, and whatever works for you is perfect.   In this episode, I'm joined by mother and business owner Ami Dehne for a conversation all about the realities of our Nomadtopia with young children. We explore what it's been like to incorporate children into our lives and travels, and Ami shares her thoughts on finding adventure closer to home. Plus, we chat about creating businesses that allow us to live our lives to the fullest.   In this episode: Why traveling with kids, especially babies, is a major adjustment How to find adventure closer to home and adjust for your children Defining “Nomadtopia” for yourself and crafting a unique life for your family How to live, travel, and parent with intention How accepting your identity as a parent can open you up to new kinds of adventures Why you should focus on simplicity and consistency in your business How to build a business that lets you be location-independent   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/189.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Nomadtopia Radio is all about showing you that there's more than one way to live a nomadic life. Even the most unlikely people can become full-time travelers or create their own unique version of a location-independent lifestyle.   In this episode, I'm joined by wife, mother, business owner, and full-time sailor Erin Carey. She shares her journey from suburban Australia to living on a yacht with her husband and three children. We talk about the realities of living on a boat at sea or in a marina, how she balances family and work, and her advice for anyone considering a similar courageous leap.   In this episode: How Erin and her family came to live on a yacht with no prior sailing experience The resources and research Erin turned to at the beginning of her journey How your daily life and community changes as you travel around the world How Erin creates balance between her family life and her business Why even full-time nomads should create routines that work for them How Erin runs her business from all over the world How entering a country on a boat is different from flying or driving How COVID-19 has affected Erin and her family What to consider before you and your family commit to a nomadic lifestyle   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/188.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Identity is often closely tied to our location: where we were born, where we grew up, where we live now. For those of us living nomadic lives, however, that sense of identity can feel out of reach. As we transition from place to place, we experience the grief of leaving our old selves behind and the excitement of stepping into a new world. But how can you find a sense of belonging when you don't belong to any one place?   In this episode, I'm joined by third culture kid educator and author Megan Norton. She's sharing her experience as an adult third culture kid, how her identity informs her work, and how those of us living highly mobile lives can find belonging wherever we are in the world.   In this episode: What a third culture kid is and how it affects people in adulthood How those of us living nomadic lives experience a similar blend of cultures and places The benefits and challenges that come with being a third culture kid How identity and diversity are shifting in our interconnected world Processing the grief and loss that comes with a nomadic or highly mobile lifestyle How to thrive in a nomadic lifestyle full of transition How “belonging” can mean different things to different people Using your multicultural experience as a strength in the professional world Building your own community as a nomad or third culture kid   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/187.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

When most of us think of real estate investing, we think of late-night phone calls from tenants, constant repairs, and huge price tags. But in reality, the barrier to entry in the real estate world is much lower than we think it is, and with the right systems in place, it can become a fantastic form of (mostly) passive income, even for full-time travelers.   In this episode, I was joined by nomadic real estate investor Sarah Weaver who shared how she started a career in real estate investment while traveling the globe.   In this episode: Buying your first property as a real estate investor How COVID-19 affected Sarah's path  The benefits of creating passive income as a nomad Common misconceptions about real estate investing How the nomadic lifestyle can actually help your finances How to manage your properties from anywhere in the world What to consider and look for when investing in rental properties   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/186.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Have you ever dreamed of moving to Europe? Many non-Europeans think it can't be done, but there are a lot of visa options for living in Europe, and with the right research and planning it's entirely possible to make your dream of moving to Europe a reality.   In this episode, I was joined by Cepee Tabibian, co-founder of She Hit Refresh and author of a book all about the visa options for Americans who want to move to Europe.   In this episode: Common misconceptions about moving to Europe How visas can affect and limit your European travel plans The best European countries for digital nomads How to navigate the Schengen zone as a non-European traveler Finding the right time to move to Europe and when to start the application process How to move to Europe on a visa with a partner or children Finding a European country that's a good fit for you How to “hit refresh” on your life, even if it means taking an unconventional path   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/185.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Ever thought about your relationship with the places you visit and whether you're doing more harm than good? Are you aware of the incredible privilege inherent in the lifestyles we live (or aspire to live) as nomads?   I invite you to listen in as I discuss this topic with guest Amanda Machado. This particular episode has more questions than answers, but they're questions I think more of us need to be asking. They can help inform how we travel and where, the ways in which we can try to avoid inflicting harm on others and their communities, and lots more.    In this episode: How Amanda got into her work around privilege and travel What people can do to break barriers of privilege The steps you can take for genuine action vs. performative action Inherent privileges that people don't realize they have How to take part in justice-oriented travel Questions she sat with to examine and acknowledge her privilege   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/184.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Have you ever lost your cool in front of your teacher? How about when you were driving with your teacher in your car? Amy Scott did and it did not look pretty. Amy Scott, founder of Nomadtopia, connects people around the world to help them build their own version of a location-independent lifestyle. Amy shared … S4E3: Amy Scott – Rear Ended & Totaled Car + Road Rage with Teacher Read More » The post S4E3: Amy Scott – Rear Ended & Totaled Car + Road Rage with Teacher appeared first on Drive with Us Podcast.

Raise your hand if you've ever said, “That's it, I'm moving to Canada.” I've heard this phrase a time or two before!  If you're anything like me, you've probably spent a fair amount of time thinking, daydreaming, and brainstorming about where in the world you'd like to live, get residency, and even a second passport. There are certain places that tend to come up regularly as an option for many people, but I'll admit I'd always discounted Canada as being too complicated or something. Turns out, it might not be!  In this episode, I talk with Brandon Miller of My Second Passport and author of Second Passport: Your Guide To Have a Secure Alternative Home for You and Your Family, Just in Case…. all about what it takes to move to Canada. In this episode: Barriers that stop people from moving to Canada Reasons to consider making Canada your home What you need to know about the Canadian immigration process  Factors to consider for self-employed and digital workers  How to navigate border patrol How the immigration system works  What to know about taxes when moving to Canada   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/183. Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

It's been a year since our Grounded Nomads series about nomads who were scrambling to get home or to find a safe place to land as the world was shutting down.  Here we are a year later, and I felt it was time for an update on what being a nomad during the pandemic has looked like. It's different for everyone of course, but are people still creating and living their own Nomadtopia during the pandemic? For nomads, this past year brought many disruptions. Some were grounded in one place, some are just starting their journey, while others have changed how they travel to different locations all while navigating travel restrictions.  The specifics are unique, but the determination to create and live our own version of Nomadtopia remains. In this episode, I'm sharing my own updated journey and how other nomads are shifting their plans as we navigate this unique time.  In this episode: The shifts nomads have made during the pandemic Some of the disruptions nomads have experienced An update on my own Nomadtopia How the pandemic has clarified my priorities Why now is a good time to take action toward your own Nomadtopia How the Nomadtopia Collective can support your location-independent lifestyle How to share your own Nomadtopia story   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/182. Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

If you've stumbled upon this episode, you're probably already part of a distanced family or you will be as your life as a nomad unfolds. Leaving behind your family can be one of the hardest parts of setting off on your nomadic journey.   In this episode, my guest is Helen Ellis, founder of DistanceFamilies.com and author of Being a Distance Grandparent. Helen discusses some of the common challenges and emotions for distance families (as well as the benefits!), why it's so important for each generation to understand the others' perspectives, and lots more.  In this episode: Helen's journey as a long-distance parent and grandparent Why she did her thesis on distance grandparenting The fear people have around this topic What a rich encounter is and some of the different ways to create them How to address the guilt that happens with distance  The 3 H's of progressive acceptance How to set the stage for a successful distance family experience The benefits of this family dynamic   For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/181.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you'll get updated anytime a new episode is released!    Let's connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Do you have your legal ducks in a row for your nomadic lifestyle? As an online entrepreneur, freelancer, or even an employee living a nomad life, you need to know about the legal concerns that come along with being a digital nomad. In this episode, my guest is Layne Lyons JD, U.S. lawyer, business protector for women entrepreneurs, and creator of The Legal UMBRELLA Method™. Layne explains legal issues you need to know about including trademarking, domicile, tourist visas, and other laws you should be aware of when traveling in foreign countries. In this episode: Layne’s experience of being nomadic for the past 19 years Mistakes to avoid as an online entrepreneur What domicile is and what you need to know about it What you need to know about contracts and domicile How to navigate trademarks globally  The best practices for trademarking What you need to know about working on a tourist visa The importance of knowing the laws in the countries you visit For full show notes, resources, and links go to www.nomadtopia.com/180 Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you’ll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let’s connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Are you a parent that is dreaming about going nomadic with your family? Or are you a current nomad that is thinking about starting a family? If these relate to you then you might be wondering HOW you can become a digital nomad family.  In this episode, I was joined by Julia Jerg and we both shared our experiences of having children abroad. We also explore the topics of balancing work and family while traveling, what childcare looks like for nomads, and much more.  In this episode: Julia’s trajectory of taking on jobs while nomading to freelancing to building and scaling her own business Her family’s typical nomad travel schedule pre-pandemic How to get residency through your child’s birth in various countries Why Julia ended up choosing to give birth in the Canary Islands Her story of finding a way to give birth on the island Why you have to focus on mindset for your birthing process How her lifestyle empowered her to do a home birth Why you have to take control over your life and go after your desires How she knew she was ready to hit the road again after having a baby How Julia handles childcare while nomading Top digital nomad family hubs and why they’re helpful   For full show notes, resources, and links go to http://www.nomadtopia.com/179.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you’ll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let’s connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Should you eliminate the word “goal” from your vocabulary? This idea may sound a little outlandish or may come as a surprise to you but as you’ll learn from my guest in this episode, it could be a gamechanger in your goal-setting practices. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Erin Elizabeth Wells. I met Erin through a mutual online connection and I resonated so much with what I was learning in her course that I knew I had to invite her to share her incredible insights with you. In this episode: How Erin got into organizing by helping a professor The realization that led her to sell her organizing business and get into productivity The unique challenges of organizing and goal setting for digital nomads Her unconventional take on goal setting and why she doesn’t use the word “goal” Why SMART goals can be unhelpful How to approach deadlines with action Her intentional approach to seasonal planning One of the biggest problems people create with productivity The false narratives of what success looks like   For full show notes, resources, and links go to http://www.nomadtopia.com/178.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you’ll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let’s connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.  

As a current or aspiring nomad, you have probably thought about or tried to learn a new language. If so, this is for you! In this episode, my guest is Ray Blakney, a serial expat and co-founder of an online language school. Ray grew up as a TCK (third-culture kid) which has significantly shaped his worldview and how he approaches life. During our conversation he walks us through his experiences living abroad, joining the Peace Corps, and starting his company Live Lingua.   In this episode: The TV commercial that changed his life How nomads can approach languages when traveling  How you know it’s time to take your language learning to the next level How to replicate the experience of living in another country for learning a new language His 3 tips on approaching language learning   For full show notes, resources, and links go to http://www.nomadtopia.com/177.   Ready to get more ideas, inspiration, and strategies for location-independent living? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms so you’ll get updated anytime a new episode is released!  Let’s connect! Get to know me better over on Instagram @nomadamy or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Nomadtopia/.

Nomadtopia Radio is not going away! Tune in for some updates on the podcast, the Facebook group, the Collective, and my own personal Nomadtopia. Go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio for more information and resources, and stay tuned for much more to come.

Since 2010, Heather has lived and traveled all over the world while running two businesses (one of them a polar expedition company!). She joined me from her home base in rural Sweden to talk about getting over what other people think, building resilience, what it means to have “no Plan B” and why it matters, and more. Get a free chapter of Heather's book, No Plan B, at www.HeatherThorkelson.com/NoPlanB To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio.

Not every grounded nomad has been willing or able to stay put, sign a longer-term lease somewhere, or otherwise take a break from their nomadic lifestyle to wait out the pandemic. Eager to get back to their low-cost lifestyle as housesitters, Eden and her husband were able to take on a last-minute sit in Hawaii after their extended sit in Egypt this summer was canceled. In this episode we talk about how six months of travel plans unraveled due to the pandemic, why and how they got back to housesitting, their experience with the mandatory 14-day quarantine on arrival in Hawaii, and lots more. To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio and get links to the Nomadtopia Facebook group, the Nomadtopia Collective, and more.

In this pre-pandemic recording, I had the pleasure of talking to Amy Scott from Nomadtopia. She shared stories from her 15 years + being location independent, what she learned and how to stabilize the lifestyle. We also discussed the importance of staying flexible and making the experience work for yourself. FIND AMY WEBSITE: https://www.nomadtopia.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/nomadtopia IG: @nomadamy FIND ME: WEBSITE: https://www.changeyourlatitude.co FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2150652085240485/ IG: @pascalecote LI: www.linkedin.com/in/pascalenomadcoach

After retiring early, Laura and her husband decided to leave the US and find a country where they would feel welcome to be themselves as a mixed-race couple (which hadn’t always been their experience back home). They’re now enjoying life in Mexico and Laura joined me to share her experience at home and abroad, how and why she’s speaking up about racial injustice, and lots more. To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio.

Tune in for a brief update on the Grounded Nomads series and the latest from Nomadtopia. To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio and get links to the Nomadtopia Facebook group, the Nomadtopia Collective, and more.

Naomi is a full-time housesitter who has made some big shifts in her lifestyle as a result of the pandemic. (Spoiler alert: she's decided to settle down in Sydney, Australia, for the next year!) We talked about how she made that decision and weighed its financial impact, mourning the loss of her identity as a nomad and feeling excited about new possibilities, her goals and plans during this time, and lots more. To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio and get links to the Nomadtopia Facebook group, the Nomadtopia Collective, and more.

Catch up with yours truly, the founder of Nomadtopia! How has becoming a mom of twins and living through the pandemic shifted my perspective on my own Nomadtopia—and lots more? Find out in this episode with the fabulous Jill Sessa returning to interview me once again. To join the conversation, connect with other current and aspiring nomads, and access additional resources for building and living your Nomadtopia, go to www.nomadtopia.com/radio and get links to the Nomadtopia Facebook group, the Nomadtopia Collective, and more.

Sam and I started out talking about how his Nomadtopia was affected by the pandemic… and quickly found ourselves fumbling through a conversation about black lives matter, freedom, white privilege, the privilege of the nomadic lifestyle, and so much more. This episode is part of the #podcastersforjustice campaign created by the #WoCPodcasters network. We are podcasters united to condemn the tragic murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and many many others at the hands of police. This is a continuation of the systemic racism pervasive in the United States since its inception and we are committed to standing against racism in all its forms.   We believe that to be silent is to be complicit.   We believe that Black lives matter.   We believe that Black lives are more important than property.   We believe that we have a responsibility to use our platforms to speak out against this injustice whenever and wherever we are witness to it.   In creating digital media we have built audiences that return week after week to hear our voices and we will use our voices to speak against anti-blackness and police brutality, and we encourage our audiences to be educated and engaged, and to take action. See www.nomadtopia.com/gnsamkern for resources and more.

Digital Nomad Mastery - Podcast Interview about How to be a Location-Independent Lifestyle Coach from Amy Scott from Nomadtopia https://www.nomadtopia.com/ Thank you for watching our video. We post videos DAILY videos about fatherhood & family, online business, and world travel. Currently, we have been to over 80 countries on 6 continents and our goal is to be the FIRST FAMILY to visit every country in the word. GET EMAIL UPDATES on our website: http://www.DaddyBlogger.com LIKE us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DaddyBlogger SUBSCRIBE to us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/tokyoricky FOLLOW us on Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest: http://www.twitter.com/tokyoricky http://www.instagram.com/tokyoricky http://www.pinterest.com/tokyoricky Also, check out our Digital Nomad Mastery business at: http://www.DigitalNomadMastery.com #DaddyBloggerWorldTour #DigitalNomadMastery

Location-independent work and rental property back home eased the way for Julie and her husband to move to Chile in 2017, where they’ve enjoyed settling into the local community in a seaside resort town. The adventure hasn’t been without its challenges, though! Tune in as Julie and I talk about preparing to make this move, sorting out logistics, finding long-term accommodations during high season, and lots more.   In This Episode Renting out their duplex in Milwaukee Steps she took to move to Chile Logistical challenges she discovered along the way Getting clarity on what her Nomadtopia looks like Finding long-term accommodations during high season Why it’s important to plan for your “retirement” years And so much more   See www.nomadtopia.com/151 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, and more. Join aspiring and current nomads, expats, and more in the Nomadtopia Collective, your home for a global location-independent lifestyle (www.nomadtopia.com/collective).

Today, I'm joined by Amy Scott. Amy is the founder of both Nomad Editorial and Nomadtopia, a hub for inspiration and resources for location independence. Amy opted out of her office job and traditional lifestyle back in 2004 and never looked back. She now keeps a home base in Buenos Aires while she travels the world with her Argentine husband. Her podcast, Nomadtopia Radio, features interviews with people living their version of Nomadtopia. Amy and I talk about the steps she took to create a location independent lifestyle, the initial challenges she overcame, and how her life has evolved since becoming a digital nomad. We also talk about the nitty-gritty of tech, tools, and techniques it takes to live life on the road and run a business at the same time. The post EP 221: Fitting Business Into A Full-Time Travel Lifestyle With Amy Scott appeared first on What Works.

We had a live recording at 7in7! It was so much fun! We were talking about what it means to be a nomad Check out Amy Scott’s Nomadtopia if you don’t already know it Marbree calls in from out of town Want to come along to 7in7 next year? We’ll be in Wellington, NZ Nicole from Queer Women Digital Nomads is running Nomad Misfits in June next year Sarah goes head to head with Kit on the brand new quiz, ‘Cult Leader or Bromad’ We shout out Queer Women* Digital Nomads and Digital Nomad Girls We talk a bit more about 7in7 Check out Clementine Ford, Roxane Gay, Ava Duvernay, Rupi Kaur There’s a 1997 academic book called Digital Nomad and it predicted our way of life! Who knew?! We have a live interview with Dr Sonia Jaeger More about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy   Email us! hello@nomadandspice.com Facebook us! Nomad + Spice. Tweet us! @nomadandspice. Sling us a few dollars on Patreon! Theme music! Yellow Sea by Madame Gandhi.

Amy Scott is a pioneer of the nomad movement, starting after her cousins convinced her to quit her job in 2004!  Thirteen years later, she is a podcaster and freelance editor, with several other income streams to support her lifestyle.  She has seen the digital nomad world go through many changes and developments through the years. Give a listen to learn how her Nomadtopia hub has been a major part of the growth of the industry and lifestyle. Stay emPowered, Beck

Amy Scott is a pioneer of the nomad movement, starting after her cousins convinced her to quit her job in 2004!  Thirteen years later, she is a podcaster and freelance editor, with several other income streams to support her lifestyle.  She has seen the digital nomad world go through many changes and developments through the years. Give a listen to learn how her Nomadtopia hub has been a major part of the growth of the industry and lifestyle. Stay emPowered, Beck

BLOOPER LOL Call Your Girlfriend’s business episode Say no to yourself! We hire Podcasting Press to edit our podcast episodes We record via Zencastr Kit uses this tiny microphone We use Libsyn to distribute (check out their helpful videos and their Twitter feed) Our website is on Squarespace The story of how Kit met Madame Gandhi at Lesbians Who Tech We collect voice memos via SpeakPipe Podcast rec: Call Your Girlfriend Podcast rec: Another Round Podcast rec: Secret Feminist Agenda Podcast rec: Witch, Please Podcast rec: Flash Forward Podcast rec: Science Vs. Podcast rec: Thirst Aid Kit Podcast rec: How to be a Girl Other nomad podcasts you should check out: This is for you,  The Traveling Introvert, Nomadtopia, Republic of Freedom, NomadMe, SheNomads Are you going to make a podcast? Let us know! Get in touch on hello@nomadandspice.com, or say hi on Twitter and Facebook, where you can also be part of our Nomad + Spice group! Don’t forget to send us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and support our Patreon page to help us create feminist critique of nomad life!! The Nomad + Spice theme tune is Yellow Sea by Madame Gandhi, who is the BEST.

Jill Sessa returns in her role as interviewer to turn the tables and get me to share more of my own Nomadtopia! In This Episode “Settling down” in Mexico City Why I focus on location independence, not being nomadic Creating the Nomadtopia Collective How I balance life, travel, and two businesses Lessons learned from 13 years as a freelance editor Tips for a successful Nomadtopia And lots more See www.nomadtopia.com/135 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

We’re tackling nomad relationships because it’s Valentine’s Day, and we’re hashtag topical. We ran a poll in our Facebook Group and it’s been our most talked-about topic in the whole history of the group! Alas, we’re no good when it comes to the topic of finding love on the road because we were already in long-term relationships when we started nomading, so we turned to four of our nomadic sisters to hear about their stories. First up is Anna SE Lundberg, a speaker, coach and writer, whose partner is decidedly a muggle. Next we have Amy Scott of Nomadtopia, whose partner became nomadic after they met. Tune in for Part 2 of this episode, which will be hitting your podcatcher later this week! What’s your experience of finding love - or not! - on the road? Get in touch on hello@nomadandspice.com, or say hi on Twitter and Facebook, where you can also be part of our Nomad + Spice group! Don’t forget to send us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and support our Patreon page to help support feminist critique of the nomad lifestyle!! The Nomad + Spice theme tune is Yellow Sea by eternal fave Madame Gandhi

The way we each live our Nomadtopia often changes over time, so I’ve asked Anna back on the show—almost three and a half years after she first joined me in September 2014—to share where she is now. We talked about how things have gone and what’s changed in her Nomadtopia—and why—in the last few years. In This Episode Creating freedom with a brick-and-mortar business Balancing work and play Setting goals and making it happen Travel planning (or not) for any length of trip And so much more See www.nomadtopia.com/122 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

Just a quick episode this week to share the latest news in my life and announce an exciting new offering here at Nomadtopia. In This Episode Where we’re planning to spend the next year and why Getting to know a new city Dealing with all our stuff The latest offering from Nomadtopia And more See www.nomadtopia.com/121 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

Bob and Fara Grim quit the 9-to-5 grind to Travel the World on a $100 a day budget. To do this they needed to make a plan. Bob was working as a Software Developer and Fara was in the Telecom industry so they used their two incomes to save every penny to prepare for their launch. This conversation is a continuation from one 6 months ago when they emailed into the show detailing their pending ripcord and how the podcast encouraged them to go nomadic. We added a ‘pulling the ripcord’ segment with them at the end of episode #56 and you can check it out here. They carefully planned everything and most importantly how they were going to pay for it. They estimated that they were going to spend $100/day while traveling so they developed a mantra that gave them a gut check every time they were thinking about spending money. That mantra set them up to be temporarily retired in their early 40s and have enough money to travel on while they discover and create their next income streams. We catch up to Bob and Fara in Ireland, 6 months into their travels, to get the lowdown on what they’ve discovered so far and what happened to their $100 a day travel budget.  In this episode we discuss... Their lives as a Software Developer and working in the Telecom industry in Portland, OR. How they saved up enough money to retire in their early 40s. Why they decided to keep their house and rent it out while traveling. How they underestimated how much they were going to spend while traveling. The apps and travel tools that they use to make traveling easier and cheaper. Show Notes Travel the world with Bob and Fara at Candolatitude.com or on Facebook @CanDoLatitude. Podcasts that inspired Bob and Fara are Go Hunt Life (duh), Really Truly Living, Nomadtopia and Living Unconventionally. Job websites they use to make money while traveling: HelpX to volunteer work in exchange for free accommodations and WorkAway for volunteering, working and cultural exchange. House sitting resources they use are Trusted House Sitters, House Sit Match and Nomador. Sponsors PrintDirtCheap.com – Rockstars in printing with over 30 categories of printing products doing it FAST and doing it CHEAP. Use promo code ‘LIFEHUNTER’ for $10 off of your print job or request a free sample of their work. Check out clickplacement.com to design your search engine marketing strategies and launch an epic PPC campaign. Support the Go Hunt Life show by making a donation to help keep the life hunter stories coming at Patreon.com/gohuntlife

In 2013, Katrina left a well-paying corporate job to take a yearlong career break that ended up lasting 20 months. She returned to the corporate world to be able to finish paying off her debt (and completed her coach training at the same time), and is on the cusp of quitting her job once again to live her Nomadtopia as a location-independent life coach.   In This Episode Making a plan to quit her job Balancing debt, savings, and travel (or other goals) Transitioning back to “normal” life after extended travel Staying motivated to tackle big goals Dealing when life gets messy And so much more   See www.nomadtopia.com/116 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

The way we each live our Nomadtopia often changes over time, so I’ve asked Paul back on the show—three years after he first joined me in September 2014—to share where he is now. We talked about how things have gone and what’s changed in his Nomadtopia—and why—in the last few years.   In This Episode The draw of a deeper cultural experience (and the lure of something new) How he ended up in Bulgaria Location independent vs digital nomad (and why we both prefer the former) What it’s like traveling with his 45-pound dog, Sheila Analog solutions for international phone calls Ending a relationship with someone who wants different things And so much more   See www.nomadtopia.com/110 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

Freelance writer Nancy took location independence to a whole new level when she joined Remote Year, a program that takes a group of remote workers to 12 cities in 12 months. She’s now gearing up to travel on her own, with a plan to spend half the year at home in Portland, Oregon, and half the year on the road.   In This Episode Setting up your personal home for renters Preparing for part-time travel Her experience with Remote Year Advice for others considering Remote Year Her favorite place in Portland Her must-have tools And so much more   See www.nomadtopia.com/109 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio by becoming a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

Amy embarked on her first solo trip when she was 28 years old. When she came back home nine months later, she was a different person with a new perspective on how she wanted to live her life. Never again did she want to go back to an office. So, she found creative ways to earn money while still retaining the freedom she had while she was traveling. Find out how she did it on this week’s episode!   Key Takeaways: *Why is Amy in Mexico right now? *How did Amy first get into solo travel? *A lot of people accidentally end up in solo travel, but sometimes they cancel their trips completely if a friend or loved one bails out. Why do some people just go and why do others stay? *When embarking on her first solo journey, what were some of the things Amy loved/learned about that trip? *After nine months of traveling, how firm were Amy’s plans? *What went into planning a trip like this? *When Amy came home after nine months, what were some of her feelings about being back ‘home’? *Amy actually met someone shortly before she embarked on her trip, but after a month of traveling solo, she cut the cord with him. *When Amy came back, it was very clear she didn’t want to go back to an office. *People are getting more and more creative on living their life on their terms, with the freedom that they want. *What does Amy do at Nomadtopia?   Mentioned in This Episode: Transformviatravel.com Transform via Travel on Facebook @GoSoloLive on Twitter Email: Jennifer@TransformviaTravel.com Patreon.com/gosololive Airtreks.com   Connect with Amy: Website Twitter Instagram Facebook  

The way we each live our Nomadtopia often changes over time, so I’ve asked Valerie back on the show—two and a half years after she first joined me in February 2015—to share where she is now. We talked about how things have gone and what’s changed in her Nomadtopia—and why—in the last few years.   In This Episode Choosing to have a home base Creating a home Finding or building community Getting sick on the road Knowing when it’s time to make a change Ignoring the shoulds of this lifestyle And so much more   See www.nomadtopia.com/98 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more. Support Nomadtopia Radio as a patron! More info at www.nomadtopia.com/patron.

Naomi describes herself as a “nomad who likes to nest”—and housesitting is the perfect way to get the best of both worlds. She joins me from her current sit in Sydney, Australia, to talk about her Nomadtopia as a full-time housesitter. In This Episode How Naomi became a triple citizen Considerations when traveling with multiple passports Logistics/requirements of citizenship (taxes, voting, etc.) How/when she books housesitting gigs Dealing with/avoiding crappy Internet when housesitting Naomi’s top tips for successful housesitting And so much more See www.nomadtopia.com/95 for show notes plus other interviews, resources, community, and more.

In today's episode, I talk with Amy Scott from Nomadtopia about what it takes to run a business whilst you're travelling.Amy Scott quit her office job to travel the world in 2004 and never looked back. She now keeps a home base in Buenos Aires while she travels the world with her Argentine husband. She's the founder of Nomadtopia, a hub of information, inspiration, community, and support for others who also want to live their ideal life, anywhere in the world. Through her other business, Nomad Editorial, she helps nonfiction writers finish their books.And boy we had an amazing conversation today!Amy has been a digital nomad for a long time and really knows how to keep her business going whilst she's on the move. We both share our experiences with making mistakes and explain how you can avoid them yourself.Show notes are at: http://TMDshow.com/10

In today's episode, I talk with Amy Scott from Nomadtopia about what it takes to run a business whilst you're travelling.Amy Scott quit her office job to travel the world in 2004 and never looked back. She now keeps a home base in Buenos Aires while she travels the world with her Argentine husband. She's the founder of Nomadtopia, a hub of information, inspiration, community, and support for others who also want to live their ideal life, anywhere in the world. Through her other business, Nomad Editorial, she helps nonfiction writers finish their books.And boy we had an amazing conversation today!Amy has been a digital nomad for a long time and really knows how to keep her business going whilst she's on the move. We both share our experiences with making mistakes and explain how you can avoid them yourself.Show notes are at: http://TMDshow.com/10

032: Creating A Mindset For Consistency With Amy Scott From Nomadtopia In this week’s episode of the Podcasters Unplugged show we chat with Amy Scot from the Nomadtopia podcast. We talk about how she got started in podcasting, and how she wants to use the platform as a place to get her message heard. Amy talks about how she stays consistent as a podcaster each week without falling into the trap of not having any content. Links Mentioned In This Episode:  Libsyn Hosting – An excellent choice to host your podcast. — Use our promo code “VALUE” at checkout for 2 FREE months of hosting. Adobe Audition – Great audio editing software. Audacity — Free audio editing software Connect With Amy Here: Listen to the Nomadtopia Podcast Here Social: Facebook — Website — Twitter Support The Podcasters Unplugged Podcast Here: If this podcast is bringing you value SUPPORT THE SHOW AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: Libsyn — Use OUR PROMO CODE “VALUE” when you are signing up for your Libsyn Hosting account to receive 2 FREE MONTHS. Patreon – Get Your Podcast Featured On The Show AND Have Me Review Your Podcast Personally Each Month And Help You With Your Journey. Audio Blocks – Sign up for $99 PER YEAR for great audio to use in your content. Audible – Sign up for Audible and get a FREE Audiobook Using our link Check out our other shows here: YouTube Creators Hub — A podcast focused on helping you with your Online Video presence. Each week, I interview an online video creator and chat with them about their strategies and journey as it relates to growing their YouTube channel. Online Business Realm — This is a podcast that will help you with actionable tips and interviews, that will help you grow and start your online business and escape the 9-5. TubeBuddy Express – This show is an 8-10 minute podcast focused on one topic related to YouTube and video creation.

In part 2 of my interview with Amy from Nomadtopia, she uses her background in the book publishing industry and experience as a freelance editor to provide advice to those wanting to publish their own book. She also provides advice for those wanting to rent out their own home while traveling, and discusses her podcast and why she might be changing the format after almost two years. The reason is something all aspiring podcasters should keep in mind so you're not going to want to miss it.   To find links to the things mentioned in today's episode, check out the show notes at www.livingunconventionally.com/episode088.   Click here to join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group or just search for Living Unconventionally on Facebook.   To sign-up for email updates on all things Living Unconventionally, just text FREEDOM to 444999.

This week's guest is Amy from Nomadtopia and she is going to talk about how she has been location indenpendent since 2004. We discuss her travels, why she wasn't all that crazy about two very popular expat destinations, which city came highly recommended but left her feeling uncomfortable, and which city she thinks is the perfect starter destination for someone traveling out of the country for the first time.   To find links to the things mentioned in today's episode, check out the show notes at www.livingunconventionally.com/episode087.   Click here to join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group or just search for Living Unconventionally on Facebook.   To sign-up for email updates on all things Living Unconventionally, just text FREEDOM to 444999.

Today's Guest I'm super excited to introduce today's guest, Amy Scott! Amy is a location independent entrepreneur who has lived in some of the same countries as I have. She's been based in Argentina, where I used to live, and now she's in Mexico, where I also used to live! Some of my favorite places in the world. Amy helps people transition to a location independent lifestyle, and she's got some great tips on how you can add more freedom to your business, whether or not you want to travel the world.    About Amy Scott Amy Scott quit her office job to travel the world in 2004 and never looked back. She now keeps a home base in Buenos Aires while she travels the world with her Argentine husband. She's the founder of Nomadtopia, a hub of information, inspiration, community, and support for others who also want to live their ideal life, anywhere in the world. Her podcast, Nomadtopia Radio, features interviews with people living their version of Nomadtopia through location independence, long-term travel, living abroad, and more. Through her other business, Nomad Editorial, Amy helps nonfiction writers finish their books. Listen to this episode What You’ll Learn How Amy quit a stable job that she enjoyed to travel the world The questions she asked herself when deciding where to travel and base herself How she set up a successful business, rather than going back to an office job Questions you need to ask yourself if you're considering a location independent lifestyle How you can start adding more freedom to your business today Inspiring Women Leonie Dawson Connect with Amy Website  Twitter Facebook Nomadtopia Facebook Nomadtopia Editorial Instagram Click to Tweet It would make me so happy if you could take a minute and share this with other women entrepreneurs on Twitter. If you enjoy the Ready to Bloom Podcast, please click to tweet: [R2B139] Amy Scott ~ How to Add More Freedom to Your Business  http://wp.me/p3507p-3r8 #podcast How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.    

In this episode we will interview Amy Scott, an experienced digital nomad who has been traveling since 2004. Amy shares insights about the nomadic lifestyle drawn from her own lifestyle and the podcast interviews she has done with many digital nomads. For detailed show notes please visit http://becomenomad.com/location-independent-since-2004-amy-scott-of-nomadtopia

As the host of Nomadtopia Radio, I’m busy interviewing lots of other nomads and don’t often have the chance to share more of my own background and experiences. So to celebrate Episode 60 of the podcast and the first of 2016, I invited my friend Jill Sessa (whom I interviewed in December 2014) to come on the show to turn the tables and interview me. Jill did a fantastic job digging into the back story of how my own Nomadtopia came into being back in 2004, my early days as a freelancer, meeting my husband in Argentina, how we travel together, what I've learned from the pressure I sometimes feel to fit a certain image as a nomad, and so much more.

If you value freedom, exploration, and adventures big and small, want to see the whole world and make a difference, then you are going to love this interview. I'm joined by Amy Scott, the host of Nomadtopia. She's a full-time digital nomad working and living remotely, a lifestyle that she's plugging away at for eleven years. […]

After spending nearly a year in Southeast Asia, Curtiss and Ashley’s Nomadtopia is emerging as a nice blend of his web design business, her savvy with Airbnb, and their combined forces living in exotic locations for a few months at a time. At the tail end of a two-month stay back in the States, they joined me to talk about how they make the lifestyle work for them.

When Brittany met her husband, Bruno, in Mozambique several years ago, they quickly found a way to weave together their different travel backgrounds and experiences to create their own version of Nomadtopia: (very) slow overland travel in a homemade campervan. I caught up with Brittany while they were taking a break in France after extended travels in Africa and the Middle East.

When a friend invited Emily to travel with her in Paris for a month, Emily decided to take it to the next level. A location-independent lifestyle had been on Emily’s mind for years, and she took this invitation as a sign to finally take the plunge. She joined me from Paris where her nomadic adventure is off to a magnifique start.

Nomadtopia Radio is going on hiatus! Find out why, when we'll be back, and what you can do in the meantime to stay inspired and keep moving toward your Nomadtopia.

In 2004 she was working as an editor at a travel publishing company in the San Francisco Bay Area when she decided to take quit her job and travel the world. She created her own editing company Nomad Editorial to fuel her journeys through Latin America and Southeast Asia. During this time she discovered that although editing was paying the bills, she wanted to do something with more purpose. She then started Nomadtopia, the blog and podcast about making location independent income while traveling the world.

Although today's episode is all about being location independent, it's not all about giving up your home and traveling full time. Part of the reason we started our businesses, and the biggest luxury of an online business is to be able to work from anywhere, but if you needed to could you? Also if you do want to give it all up and become a nomad, today's guest is showing us how. A little about Amy… Amy Scott quit her office job to travel the world in 2004 and never looked back. She now keeps a home base in Buenos Aires while she travels the world with her Argentine husband. She's the founder of Nomadtopia, a hub of information, inspiration, community, and support for others who also want to live their ideal life, anywhere in the world. Through her other business, Nomad Editorial, she helps nonfiction writers finish their books.     Resources Learn more about Nomadtopia Create Your Nomadtopia Facebook Group Liz Brazier's Chat on Hit the Mic The Founders Grid The Work From Anywhere Test Drive Connect with Me Get YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future show  

Whenever people tell me they can't (or don't know how to) live their Nomadtopia because they have kids, I tell them about Greg and Rachel Denning, who are slowly traveling overland from Alaska to Argentina (and beyond) with their six children, world-schooling as they go. Greg joined me from their current base in Costa Rica to talk about his family's adventures learning, exploring, playing, and making a positive difference in the world.

For those of us who are daydreaming about places like Thailand, France, Iceland, South America, there is Amy Scott of Nomadtopia, who can help us take those daydreams and maybe, possibly start to see how we can make them a reality. In this episode, I grill her on how she plans on leaving her home base for a year and how we, the less flexible, can fulfill these types of plans too.