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Americans Abroad: Sandra and Jeff's Travel Blog

Two Retired Americans traveling and living abroad, on a budget, one country at a time

American Expats & Senior Nomads

Our Blog about Traveling and Living abroad, on a budget, one country at a time

North America

We’re American expats who spend most of our time exploring countries outside North America, so our coverage here is limited but authentic. Our main North American content centers on Mexico, where we spent 6+ weeks in early 2025 experiencing everything from Mexico City’s energy to Guanajuato’s colonial charm. We also share insights from a brief Canada visit and from our extensive travels thought he Pacific Northwest (where we lived before we became nomads). This isn’t a comprehensive North American travel guide – it’s honest sharing from the limited but meaningful experiences we’ve had on our home continent as budget-conscious expats.

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  • Our Travels to Mexico
  • USA
  • Canada

Our Travels to Mexico

  • cost-of-living in mexico

    Cost of Living in Mexico for 6 Weeks: Our Detailed Breakdown

  • Mexico City 3 day itinerary

    3 Days in Mexico City: A Budget-Friendly Itinerary

  • Mexico City Travel Guide

    Mexico City Travel Guide

  • Mexico City 5-Day Itinerary: Culture, Cuisine & Local Charm on a Budget

    Mexico City 5-Day Itinerary: Culture, Cuisine & Local Charm on a Budget

  • An Itinerary for One Day in Guanajuato

    An Itinerary for One Day in Guanajuato

  • Guanajuato Travel Guide

    Guanajuato Travel Guide

  • Where to Stay in Guanajuato City-Our Honest Guide for Expats & Nomads

    Where to Stay in Guanajuato City-Our Honest Guide for Expats & Nomads

  • Why You Shouldn’t Visit Guanajuato (And Let Us Keep It to Ourselves)

    Why You Shouldn’t Visit Guanajuato (And Let Us Keep It to Ourselves)

  • Why We Chose Guanajuato: 5 Compelling Reasons to Visit

    Why We Chose Guanajuato: 5 Compelling Reasons to Visit

  • Guanajuato travel tips

    How to Get to Guanajuato By Bus & What to Expect at the Bus Station

  • Top 10+ Places to Visit & Things to Do in Guanajuato

    Top 10+ Places to Visit & Things to Do in Guanajuato

  • what to eat in Guanajuato

    A Budget-Foodie’s Guide to Guanajuato: Local Dishes You Can’t Miss 

  • Our Visit to the Pyramids of Teotihuacán

    Exploring Teotihuacán: Our Day Trip to the Pyramids from Mexico City

  • Exploring Palacio de Bellas Artes – Mexico City, Mexico

    Exploring Palacio de Bellas Artes – Mexico City, Mexico

  • Budget-Friendly Adventures in Mexico City: 9 Free or Nearly Free Museums, Parks and Public Spaces

    Budget-Friendly Adventures in Mexico City: 9 Free or Nearly Free Museums, Parks and Public Spaces

  • From Chile to Guanajuato: Why Mexico City Was the Perfect Stop for Nomads Like Us

    From Chile to Guanajuato: Why Mexico City Was the Perfect Stop for Nomads Like Us

USA

  • Westport Winery Garden Resort

    Westport Winery Garden Resort: A Multi-Faceted Destination on Washington’s Coast

  • International Mermaid Museum Review: A Hidden Gem on Washington’s Coast

    International Mermaid Museum Review: A Hidden Gem on Washington’s Coast

  • View of Crater Lake from the rim

    Crater Lake National Park Travel Guide

  • Newport Oregon

    A day at the beach – Newport, OR

  • Prineville Oregon, a hidden gem of a small town

    Prineville Oregon, a hidden gem of a small town

Canada

  • Climb aboard aircraft at the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum

    Exploring WWII Aviation History at the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum in Manitoba

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We’re Jeff and Sandra, two retired Americans, living abroad, on a budget, one country at a time. Most days, we’re just doing what we’ve always done— making ourselves a home, working on projects, cooking, and running errands, wherever home might be at the moment.

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