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American Expat Newsletter from The Mobile Retiree

We are American Expats living abroad on a budget, one country at a time! We’re redefining our retirement through our modest budget travel adventures. In 2023 we’ve sold most of our belongings and set out to travel the world on a modest budget. We share our real-life experiences, both the good and the unexpected. Get inspired by our evolving journey and discover the possibilities of travel. ✈Visit our website at https://themobileretiree.com

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From Mexico to Albania! What's your biggest budget travel question?

Hello Reader! We're writing to you from Albania – country number 12 on our American Expat and nomadic journey! As we settle into life in this beautiful and surprisingly affordable Balkan country, we wanted to share some updates and hear what's on your minds. Life in Albania: Our Latest Adventure Albania has been full of pleasant surprises. From the warm hospitality of the locals to the incredibly reasonable cost of living, we're discovering why this might be one of Europe's best-kept secrets....

Good morning and happy Wednesday from Guanajuato Mexico - where we’ve spent the last four weeks living in this fabulous city. It's proven to be affordable place to live and the weather has been fabulous (mid 70's to mid 80's!) We promise to share our Guanajuato experiences with you asap - in the meantime we finally wrote about our week exploring Mexico city: Mexico City is packed with history, art, and incredible experiences—some of which don’t cost a thing! In our latest posts, we’re sharing...

Hey there, Reader! It’s been a while since we popped into your inbox, but we’re back with something better than just updates—we've got something exciting to share – from our new South American travel guides to a sneak peek at our upcoming travel app. Plus, we're looking for Android users to help us beta test it! But first, here's what's new... 🌍 New Travel Stories & Guides: Local Exploration: National Maritime Museum and Cultural Quarter in Valparaiso Chile Buenos Aires to Santiago by Bus:...

Hi Reader! Ever wonder what it really costs to travel the world fulltime? Well, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing the numbers in our upcoming live event, ONLINE: What It Really Costs to Travel Full-Time: Budget Breakdown & Q&A. In this session, we’ll walk through exactly how much we spent in our first year as full-time travelers. We’ll break down our budget by category—lodging, local travel, food, and all those little surprises—and reveal whether we hit our target budget of $40,000...

Hey there Reader, We’ve been busy exploring and sharing all the latest from our travels, but we noticed that you might have missed some of our recent adventures! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with a roundup of our latest blog posts, plus easy links to catch up on how it all started with our full journey. Whether you're dreaming of your next destination or just curious about how we got here, there's something for everyone. Check out what’s new below! ResMed AirMini Review: A FullTime...

Buenos Aires

Hi Reader We’re so excited to share this with you! As many of you know, our next adventure is taking us to Buenos Aires, Argentina—a city packed with history, culture, tango, and incredible food! 🍷💃 Before we even set foot in Buenos Aires, we’ve been doing some serious prep work—reading travel blogs, diving into local recommendations, chatting with fellow travelers, and even locals. We want our first-time trip to go smoothly, and we’re guessing you do too! That’s why we’ve put together the...

Hi Reader, We dropped the ball. For weeks, our blog buzzed with new posts while our newsletter sat silent. Life got in the way - deadlines piled up, and some furry cohabitants demanded attention. But we're back on track. Inside, you'll find links to all our recent articles. We promise to do better. Thanks for sticking with us. Here are the posts! Schengenicity 101: Navigating the Complexities of Extended Stays in Europe Click here to read the blog post Lisbon – National Tile Museum Click here...

Hi Reader, As promised! Here the latest blog post on our website! New Post! Curated List of Affordable Places to Stay in London England Craving a London adventure without blowing your budget? We've got you covered! Our latest post spills the tea on sweet digs on London places to stay for under $150 a night. Head over to the blog post to find your perfect London accommodation and start planning your adventure! Click here to read the blog post Missed the story of what we are doing an why? Start...

Good afternoon! Ever dream of walking the Hogwarts halls? Jeff and I are in England and we just visited the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter, and we're sharing our honest review. Get the inside scoop on costs, tips, and whether it's worth the splurge for your next adventure! [Read our new blog post] 🚂 May your Floo Network connections be clear!Jeff and SandraTheMobileRetiree.com

Hello Reader, You asked us to let you know when we added content to our website, so here you go! Stretch Your Travel Dollar: Finding Affordable Places To Stay We're not on a traditional retirement path – think of it more as an open-ended adventure of discovering what retirement looks like for us. Some might imagine we have a hidden fortune tucked away, but the truth is, we operate on a modest budget, aiming to spend less than our cost of living back home. So even though we are traveling the...