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EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 44 MIN

Podcast Ep 042: Why We’re Leaving Thailand After 15 Years: Expat Life, Island Reality & Moving to Spain

from Expat on a Budget · host Kimberly Anne and Kaila Krayewski

Kaila settled in Thailand for years (after a whirlwind SE Asia Backpacking trip) and is soon on her way to Valencia, Spain!You can also find a video of this podcast on YouTube if you’d rather watch there 😃Thank you so much for listening! My podcasts and articles here on Substack will always remain FREE. I will not put them behind a paywall. If you don’t want to become a paid subscriber but enjoyed this episode, I’d be every so grateful if you’d buy me a coffee as a one time donation. Regardless, I’m thrilled you’re here!Are you planning a move abroad or do you want to explore the possibilities? I have many offerings!Ready to Plan Your Own Move?My goal is to help you make your dream of moving abroad a reality. Here are a few ways I can help:* Personalized Consulting: I offer à la carte Consultations, an asynchronous Async option for busy schedules, and comprehensive Packages.* Online Class: Learn my entire framework in my “How to Move Abroad” course, designed to take you from start to dream destination.* Free Resources: If you’re just starting, check out my free “How to Live Abroad” series.I also have some amazing offers from International Living that may interest you!* If you’re specifically interested in moving to Portugal, this is a great resource: Portugal Made Easy* There’s also a wonderful guide to help you Live Better Overseas* And this!!! How to Move out of the USMy Expat Toolkit (The Tools I Use & Trust)* Banking & Money:* Wise: For transferring money internationally. Use my referral code for a fee-free transfer up to $600.* Charles Schwab: The best bank account for expats. No foreign transaction fees and unlimited ATM fee rebates worldwide.* Chase Sapphire Preferred: My go-to credit card for travel hacking and earning points, with no foreign transaction fees.* Travel & Connectivity:* ExpressVPN: The VPN I use to keep my connection secure. Get three extra months with my link.* eSim Nomad: The most reliable eSIM I’ve found for staying connected on the go.* Housing & Petsitting:* Trusted Housesitters: How I find and book amazing petsitting opportunities.* Kindred: The home exchange platform I used to stay in a gorgeous L.A. bungalow for three weeks.Join the Community* Leave a Comment: What are your biggest expat money challenges? Share them below!* Join the Chat: Connect with other readers in my free Subscriber’s Chat.* Share this Article: If you found this helpful, please share it with a friend or on social media. It makes a huge difference!Thank you so much for listening! If you don’t want to become a paid subscriber (my articles and podcast are free) but enjoyed this, you can buy me a coffee below.If you’re on a budget (as am I) please like by clicking on the heart below and share this podcast with a friend. Your support (in all ways) is greatly appreciated! You can find my old/er podcast (live your dream and how to travel full time) here on my website**Using my affiliate links above will cost you nothing and help support my newsletter. You can also support me with a one-time donation of any amount here. Please know that I appreciate you regardless!!!—Living Abroad on a Budget - Expat on a Budget - My Unknown Adventure - Kimberly Anne***Disclaimer: My writing, and podcasts are based on personal experience and are for informational purposes only. I am not a lawyer. Please seek professional advice before making decisions about moving abroad. I am not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information. Get full access to Expat on a Budget at expatonabudget.substack.com/subscribe

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