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Have you ever thought about writing a book? Kristin provides ten tips, insights, and reflections gained from writing her first book. She also discusses self-publishing versus traditional publishing and provides helpful resources for writing your first book. 

 

Episode 160 Special Offers: 

• Pre-Order Digital Nomads for Dummies

 

Recommended Books: 

• On Writing by Stephen King
• On Writing Well by William Zinsser
• Right to Write by Julia Cameron
• The Book in a Box Method by Tucker Max

 

Related Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Episodes: 

• Interviews on Writing and Blogging
• How To Learn a Language Fast

 

Resources Mentioned: 

• Scribe Book School
• Self Publishing School
• Read to Lead Challenge

 

Recommended Podcasts to Check Out: 

• Scribe Book School Podcast
• The Creative Penn
• The Self Publishing Show

 

Writers to Follow for Inspiration: 

• Cal Newport
• Robert Greene
• Ryan Holiday
• Stephen Pressfield
• Tim Ferriss
• Tucker Max

 

Find out what the cost of living is in Costa Rica and categories of expenses to include in your living abroad budget.  In this episode, Kristin details her exact cost of living in Costa Rica and shares what other foreigners are spending to live there (singles, couples, and families). 

Find out the cost of internet, various rent prices around the country, and other factors that could impact your cost of living there. 

You'll also hear the results of a survey Kristin took of 300 people living in Costa Rica that shows the wide variety in living costs and lifestyles! 

Special Offers: 

• Apply for Ready to Relocate
• Fill out the podcast listener survey
• Kristin’s Living in Costa Rica Guide
• 20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Packs 🌱

 

EPISODE 157 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Housing in Costa Rica: San Jose housing prices and beach rental prices.
• Utilities: How to save money on utilities + the question you should always ask your landlord.
• Internet and Phone: Affordable internet plans, phone and internet packages, and prepaid sim cards.
• Transportation: Cars vs. public transit, sparse Ubers, and expensive taxis.
• Local Flights: Recommended airlines (spoiler: they’re not cheap!).
• Buying/Renting a Car or Motorbike: Gas, maintenance, and best brands to buy.
• Food/Groceries: From Costa Rican supermarket chains to local weekend markets with organic produce.
• Eating out and Drinking: Cost of meals, local coffee, cheapest alcohol, and sales tax/service charges to be aware of.
• Entertainment: Saving money with service-based businesses, tours, and Costa Rica’s famous casinos.
• Healthcare costs in Costa Rica, best health insurance policies, and gym memberships.
• The average monthly cost of living in Costa Rica and Kristin’s average cost of living.

 

QUESTIONS ANSWERED:

• If I move to Costa Rica, should I get an international travel medical insurance policy?
• What’s the best and cheapest way to travel around Costa Rica?
• Is it cheaper to live in Costa Rica than the United States?
• Is it cheaper to buy or rent a car in Costa Rica?
• What are the most common phone and internet companies in Costa Rica?
• And more!

 

RESOURCES

Related Podcasts:

• The Dark Side of Costa Rica - Why Expats Leave
• Living in Costa Rica Since 1999 with the Founder of CRSurf.com
• The Best Places to Live in Costa Rica
• The Best Way To Learn a Foreign Language (Fast)
• Living in Spain with Chase Warrington
• Working Remotely with Liam Martin
  • Check out the Running Remote conference in Montreal, Canada

Related Videos:

• 8 Reasons Why Americans LEAVE Costa Rica [Why I Left]
• Best Places for Expats To Live in Costa Rica
• Cost of Living in Costa Rica
• Costa Rica YouTube Video Playlist

Costa Rica Travel Resources:

• Internet and Phone: Cabletica and Kolbi
• Local Airlines: Sansa and Nature Air
• Grocery stores/Food markets: Palí, Maspormenos, Auto Mercado
• World Gym
• Health Insurance: SafetyWing, INS, and Sagicor

If you're considering traveling or moving to Costa Rica someday, this episode is for you. Kristin shares details about her brand new Living Abroad in Costa Rica guide, plus ten of her favorite places to live in the country.  PS: Kristin wants to hear from you! Fill out this short Google Form to share what you're struggling with and what you want to hear more of in the podcast. Ten respondents will win a free consultation with Kristin!

 

Episode 155 Special Offers: 

• Living Abroad in Costa Rica Guide
• Podcast Feedback Form 📝
• 20% off Organifi Travel Packs 🌱

 

Related Videos: 

• Best Places to Live in Costa Rica
• Costa Rica Travel Playlist

 

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Connect with Kristin: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube 
• Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube
• Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

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Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast:

• Buy Kristin a Coffee
• Become a Patron
• Leave a 5-Star Review
• Buy Official Merch 
• www.badassdigitalnomads.com

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A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons: Walt, Shawn, Richard Y, Heather, Karen, Kiran, Scott, Michael J, Isaac, Mike M, Yasmine, Erick M, Yohji, Ron, Gary, Annie, Henry L, Keith, Stephen, Warren, James, Daniel, Gary B, Emily, Rich, Phil, Anthony, Jennifer, Kathleen, Dave B, Brian, Christopher, CJ, David G, Mike R, Chip, Shelly, Ron, Paul, Andy, Jeffrey, Paulo, Stephen, Michelle, DJ, Francis, Dave M, Carlos, and Ron

 

Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin

 

Special welcome to my newest Patrons, Karissa, Jim R, and welcome back, DJ! ❤️

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Do you ever really fit in with the locals in a foreign country? Kristin explores the answer to this question through the fascinating story of a famous chef who moved to Japan (and what happened next).  

Note: This episode includes some profanity.

Episode 152 Special Offers: 

• 20% off Organifi Superfood Blends and Travel Packs 🌱
• Pre-Order Digital Nomads for Dummies
• Join the Digital Nomad Visa Database

 

Related Videos: 

• American Living in Japan
• Cost of Living in Japan as a Foreigner
• Cherry Blossoms in Japan
• Japan Travel Playlist
• Co-Living in Roppongi (Apartment Tour) 
• Anthony Bourdain Documentary

 

Resources Mentioned: 

• Place: Meguro River, Japan
• Podcast: Spousal Depression from Living Abroad
• Podcast: How To Learn a Foreign Language Fast 
• Article: Should You Go to College or Become a Digital Nomad? 

 

More About Ivan Ramen: 

• Chef’s Table Season 3 Episode 4 
• Chef's Table Netflix
• Ivan Ramen New York  

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Connect with Kristin: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube 
• Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube
• Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

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Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast:

• Buy Kristin a Coffee
• Become a Patron
• Leave a 5-Star Review
• Buy Official Merch 
• www.badassdigitalnomads.com

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A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons: Walt, Shawn, Richard Y, Heather, Karen, Kiran, Scott, Michael J, Isaac, Mike M, Yasmine, Erick M, Yohji, Ron, Gary, Annie, Henry L, Keith, Stephen, Warren, James, Daniel, Gary B, Emily, Rich, Phil, Anthony, Jennifer, Kathleen, Dave B, Brian, Christopher, CJ, David G, Mike R, Chip, Shelly, Ron, Paul, Andy, Jeffrey, Paulo, Stephen, Michelle, DJ, Francis, Dave M, Carlos, and Ron

 

Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin

 

Special welcome to my newest Patron, Karissa! ❤️

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Kristin reflects on the war in Ukraine, how travel helps you learn more about history, and how to use a global crisis as motivation to help change your life and the world for the better. 

"If a thing is humanely possible, consider it within your reach." - Marcus Aurelius 

"Always look for the helpers." - Mr. Rogers

Sponsor:

• Pre-Order Digital Nomads for Dummies on Amazon
• Pre-Order on Barnes & Noble

Resources for Helping Support Ukraine: 

• Global Citizen: 20 Ways to Help Ukraine
• Everyone Can International Charitable Foundation
• UN Ukraine Humanitarian Fund 
• Vostok SOS 
• Red Cross Ukraine
• Save the Children Ukraine
• Support Independent Media
• Support the Ukranian Military
• Join the Ukranian Legion Army 
• Crowd-sourced tips and suggestions from the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Ukraine News and Updates: 

• Kyiv Independent Telegram Chat
• Naval War Thread on Twitter
• Johnny FD YouTube Channel
• Bald & Bankrupt YouTube Channel

Related Videos: 

• Albania Travel Vlog
• Mostar, Bosnia Travel Vlog
• Hitler's Secret Paintings

Additional Show Notes

• Understanding the "Butterfly Effect"
• Butterfly Effect Theory Wiki
• The Edge movie
• Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
• The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

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Connect with Kristin: 

• Follow on Instagram
• Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube 
• Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube
• Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

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Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast:

• Buy Me a Coffee
• Become a Patron
• Leave a 5* Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/digitalnomad 
• Buy Official Merch 
• Search All Episodes: www.badassdigitalnomads.com

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A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons: Walt, Shawn, Richard Y, Heather, Karen, Kiran, Scott, Michael J, Isaac, Mike M, Yasmine, Erick M, Yohji, Ron, Gary, Annie, Henry L, Keith, Stephen, Warren, James, Daniel, Gary B, Emily, Rich, Phil, Anthony, Jennifer, Kathleen, Natalie, Dave B, Brian, Christopher, CJ, David G, Mike R, Chip, Shelly, Ron, Paul, Andy, Jeffrey, Paulo, Stephen, Michelle, DJ, Francis, Dave M, and Carlos. 

Special welcome to Carlos Aiach and Ron Sokol, our newest patrons from February! ❤️

Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin

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