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Traveling the World Slowly, Affordably, and One Country at a Time
We’re Sandra and Jeff — two American Expats and senior nomads exploring life abroad on a budget. After selling almost everything and packing just our carry-ons, we set out to see where in the world we could actually live well without draining our savings.
Here, we share the real cost of living abroad, what daily life looks like as full-time travelers, and the places that truly work for older Americans looking for comfort, affordability, and adventure at a reasonable pace.
Ready to explore what your next chapter could look like?
In 2023, we sold (everything, packed our carry-ons, and set out as American Expats and senior nomads – proving you don’t need to be wealthy, fearless, or under 40 to travel fulltime. You just need a realistic budget, curiosity, and a dependable pair of walking shoes.
We’re exploring the world slowly, one long-stay at a time, sharing what nomad life abroad actually costs, what day-to-day looks like for older long-term travelers, and how to find places where you can live well without draining your savings.
If you’re wondering whether becoming a American Expat and senior nomad is possible for your next chapter – or you simply want honest, real-world insight from two Americans already doing it – you’re in the right place.
Affordable slow travel. Practical guidance. Real life abroad after 50.
No hype, no glossy fantasies — just the truth (with a little dry humor).
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