🎙️ What’s it really like raising teenagers abroad? In this episode, I sit down with my two sons — Joaquín and Xavier — to talk about the highs, the challenges, and the life-changing lessons of growing up as expat teens in Spain.From sports and school to language barriers, culture shocks, and forming new friendships, they open up about what it’s like to leave behind the only life they knew… and build a new one across the world.Whether you're a parent thinking about moving your family abroad or a teen wondering what it would be like to live in another country, this episode is full of real talk, laughs, and insights you won’t hear anywhere else.👉 Want to make your move abroad easier?Grab our book, Moving to Spain – the step-by-step guide we wish we had when we started.📘 https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more honest conversations and real-life tips from the front lines of expat life.#expatlivin #movingabroad #raisingkidsabroad #expatlife #familytravel #teenexpats📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 🔗 Join our global expat community: https://expatlivin.com/community 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-packageplus📍 Follow us on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expat_livin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expatlivin?locale=es_ESTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@expat_livinYoutube Shorts:https://www.youtube.com/@ExpatLivinShortsWebsite: www.expatlivin.com

We’re not talking about the cute culture shocks. In this episode, we share the surprising, inconvenient, and downright confusing parts of life in Spain that no one warned us about...until we lived it.From begging for the bill at restaurants to battling bugs with no window screens, and from air conditioning debates to the chaos of store organization, this is the side of Spain you don’t usually hear about.💬 Whether you’re dreaming of moving abroad or already planning your relocation, this episode will give you a raw, honest look at what it’s really like to adjust to life in Spain.▶️ In this episode:- Restaurant habits that shocked us- Why nothing is open on holidays- Spain’s wild driving culture (hello, motos!)- How Spaniards feel about air conditioning- Clean streets... but dog poop?!And so much more…🙋‍♀️ We’re Danielle and Guillermo, and we’ve been living in Spain for 4+ years with our four kids. At Expat Livin, we help people go from where they are to where they want to be.👉 Ready to start your own expat journey? Join our free community and get tips, resources, and support: https://expat-livin.circle.so/feed💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s a culture shock you’ve experienced—or one you're worried about?🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations about moving abroad.#expatlivin #movingabroad #cultureshock #spainlife #expatlife📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 🔗 Join our global expat community: https://expatlivin.com/community 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-packageplus📍 Follow us on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expat_livin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expatlivin?locale=es_ESTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@expat_livinYoutube Shorts:https://www.youtube.com/@ExpatLivinShortsWebsite: www.expatlivin.com

What does it take to leave everything behind and start fresh in a new country? 🌍 In this episode of Expat Livin, Danielle sits down with her good friend and fellow expat, Michele Collison, to unpack her incredible story of moving across continents - from South Africa to London, Switzerland, California, and finally, Spain. 🇿🇦➡️🇬🇧➡️🇨🇭➡️🇺🇸➡️🇪🇸They dive into the highs and lows of raising global citizens, building community abroad, overcoming a medical emergency in a foreign healthcare system, and the life-changing mindset that helped Michele create her business Mindshift Theory... plus how she turned her struggles into a published book! 📖If you're dreaming of a life abroad or already navigating your expat journey, this conversation is packed with real talk, lessons learned, and inspiration to help you thrive beyond borders. ✨🔗 Connect with Michele: www.mindshifttheory.io📌 Ready to start your own move abroad? 🔗 Join our global expat community: https://expatlivin.com/community 📘 Grab my book: Moving to Spain: The Essential Guide from an American Expat Family. https://expatlivin.mysamcart.com/checkout/moving-to-spain-e-book 🎓 Check out our online courses for moving abroad: https://expatlivin.samcart.com/products/expat-essentials-package1📍 Follow us on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expat_livin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expatlivin?locale=es_ESTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@expat_livinYoutube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@ExpatLivinShortsWebsite: www.expatlivin.com

What really happens when you land in a new country with 4 kids, 13 bags, a dog in a crate… and absolutely no idea what’s coming next? In this episode of the Expat Livin podcast, we rewind to our very first 24 hours in Spain — from travel meltdowns and a missing child at the airport to picking up our dog off a luggage belt and finally tasting our first Spanish meal.🎯 Whether you’re seriously planning your move abroad or just dreaming of it, this honest, funny, and slightly chaotic episode will give you a real look at what it’s like to make the leap.

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⏱️ Timestamps (Top 8 Moments):

00:00 – Welcome & what this episode is really about

01:13 – Chaos begins: 13 bags, a dog, and 4 kids at the airport

03:43 – We LOST our child during the layover 😱

04:55 – The dog came out on the luggage belt!?

06:22 – Danielle locked out of the airport with no phone service

08:47 – Our relocation helper saves the day

10:42 – First Spanish meal & learning about siesta the hard way

13:19 – What we wish we had done differently

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In this episode of the Expat Livin Podcast, Danielle sits down with Robin Villa, an American expat who transitioned from a successful teaching career in the United States to a new life on the sunny Costa Tropical of Spain. Robin shares her inspiring journey of early retirement, navigating the challenges of moving abroad with children, and embracing a life of adventure. They discuss the emotional highs and lows of expat living, the cultural adjustments, and the surprising lessons learned along the way.🚀 Thinking about making the leap to live abroad? Don’t do it alone! Grab our FREE Relocation Guide and get the essential tips you need to make your move stress-free. Click the link below to get started! https://expatlivin.com/freeguideregistration

Thinking about moving abroad? In this honest and unfiltered episode of Expat Livin’, Guillermo and Danielle open up about their family's journey after relocating from the U.S. to Spain. From life-changing perks to unexpected struggles, and even a few disasters — nothing is off limits.You’ll hear:- What makes expat life so magical- The challenges that most people don’t talk about- Our worst "ugly" moments — and how we got through them- Tips we wish we had before moving abroadWhether you're planning your move, already living overseas, or just dreaming of a different life — this episode is for you.Grab our FREE guide to help you plan your move abroad: https://expatlivin.com/freeguideregistrationSubscribe for more real talk about living abroad, parenting overseas, and building a life you love.

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Thinking about making the leap to life abroad? 🌎 In this episode of Expat Livin, we sit down with Chris Chiaro, an American expat who moved his family — two kids, a dog (Ace 🐶), and his wife — from the U.S. to Spain!Chris shares what it's really like to relocate internationally with a family, the biggest surprises, challenges, and tips for anyone dreaming of a new life overseas. ✈️✨Chris is also the author of Home Automation 101, a fantastic guide to making your home smarter and your life easier. 📚 Check it out and connect with him on his YouTube channel @ChrisHomeAutomated!👉 Ready to start YOUR journey abroad? Download our FREE guide here: https://expatlivin.com/freeguideregistration