The Passport to Freedom Podcast

#11. Everything you need to know about German Citizenship through Descent! 🇩🇪

Here is episode 1 in our series featuring all of the countries in europe that allow for citizenship by descent (beyond just the first generation). Today we're diving into everything you need to know about the German process! Germany has several pathways to citizenship by descent, and while we touch on those, this episode mainly focuses on the STAG 5 path because of it's strict deadline of August 2031. Remember to join us in the Skool Community! [https://www.skool.com/passport-to-freedom-9056/about] Doors open June 22nd! Follow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance: 📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad [https://instagram.com/courtneygoesabroad] 🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad [https://www.youtube.com/@courtneygoesabroad] 🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com [http://courtneygoesabroad.com] 👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call if you're interested in working with me: https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call [https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call]

#10. Isabella Demarko Felt Trapped in the UK… Now She’s Living Her Dream Life in Bali!

Today we're speaking with Isabella Demarko, a YouTube content creator from the UK who recently left everything behind to pursue a new adventure (alone) in Bali! Isabella had been feeling lost, stuck, and depressed in the UK for years, and was dying for a change. One day, she decided that she had to follow this desire to move abroad, no matter the cost. She is now THRIVING in Bali, living her best life possible, and shares all of the ups and the downs she's encountered along the way. She also shares some amazing wisdom about making friends abroad and how to make the most out of life by truly viewing life as a game ✨ I can't wait to hear what you think of this episode! Check out Isabella’s YouTube Channel! [https://www.youtube.com/@IsabellaDemarko] Watch Isabella’’s Bali Videos on her Second Channel! [https://www.youtube.com/@IsabellaDemarko2.0] Follow her on Instagram: @Isabellademarko [https://www.instagram.com/isabellademarko/] The Passport to Freedom membership is coming soon! The community itself is free, and you can request to join the membership here. [https://www.skool.com/passport-to-freedom-9056/about]Your request will be approved on June 1st when doors open 😊 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Isabella's Journey 08:55 Breaking Free: The Decision to Move Abroad 18:31 Turning 30 and Traveling 24:20 Culture Shocks in Bali 32:44 The Desire for Freedom 38:32 Being a Travel Influencer in Bali and Building a Business 47:09 Social Connections and Overcoming Shyness 01:03:02 Making Friends Abroad and Daring Yourself to Be Bold 01:11:10 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth in Bali 01:21:22 Embracing a New Life Abroad 01:21:22 Building a Supportive Community 01:21:22 Introduction to Passport to Freedom Podcast 01:21:48 Exploring Citizenship by Descent 01:22:12 Building a Supportive Community Follow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance: 📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad [https://instagram.com/courtneygoesabroad] 🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad [https://www.youtube.com/@courtneygoesabroad] 🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com [http://courtneygoesabroad.com] 👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call [https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call] with me to discuss working on your citizenship by descent application together 1:1.

#9. The Reality of *attempting* Italian Citizenship by Descent and Running a Business in Amsterdam!

This episode features Monica Hay, a writing coach and expat living in Amsterdam, who shares her inspiring journey navigating Italian citizenship by descent laws suddenly changing, moving abroad to the Netherlands on the DAFT visa, and running a business abroad amidst frustrating bureaucratic hurdles!  Her story offers invaluable insights into resilience, legal complexities, and the, not so sunshine and rainbows, realities of expat life. Also, I discuss how I'm creating the uptime community for people applying for citizenship through ancestry in Europe with the intention of moving abroad with their very own Passport to Freedom! As a special gift, I want to give the first 50 people who join the ability to get a special founding members rate. For as long as you’re in the community, you’ll be locked in at this price! ✨ Join the waitlist here [https://www.courtneygoesabroad.com/waitlist-membership] to be the first to know when it opens! In this episode, you will hear: * Monica’s experience with Italian citizenship by descent and how laws can unexpectedly change, suddenly leaving you ineligible * The logistics of moving to the Netherlands on the DAFT visa and setting up a business abroad * Practical tips for expats on navigating bureaucracy and finding support networks * The importance of hiring immigration lawyers and community resources in the immigration process * Monica’s perspective on the meaning of freedom after relocating abroad! Connect with Monica * Monica Hay - Writing Coach [https://monicahay.com/] * Instagram - Monica Hay [https://instagram.com/monicahayauthor] Follow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance: 📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad [https://instagram.com/courtneygoesabroad] 🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad [https://www.youtube.com/@courtneygoesabroad] 🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com [http://courtneygoesabroad.com] 👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call with me to learn more about how we can work together on your citizenship through descent application: https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call [https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call]

#8. Pet sitting to travel the world?! Marta’s story of being a digital nomad for 11 years

Today's guest is Marta, a digital nomad who has traveled to over 70 countries over the last 11 years. She was on the corporate track, working a six-figure job and climbing the ladder, when she reached a moment where she looked around and asked herself… Is this it? Instead of ignoring that question, Marta sold her house, left the stability of corporate life behind, and set out to explore the world....by petsitting!! 00:00 Introduction 06:08 Marta's Journey and Career Transition 07:11 Breaking Away from the Status Quo 11:59 The Digital Nomad Experience 16:41 Traveling the World: Countries and Experiences 20:56 Making Connections While Traveling 25:17 Pet Sitting as a Travel Strategy 30:48 The Journey into Pet Sitting 32:19 Navigating the House Sitting Platform 36:14 Meeting Pets and Owners 39:10 Understanding Costs and Fees 43:20 Adventurous Travel Stories 45:49 The Importance of Travel 48:13 Facing Challenges Abroad Trusted House Sitters: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/ [https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/] Follow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance: 📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad [https://instagram.com/courtneygoesabroad] 🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad [https://www.youtube.com/@courtneygoesabroad] 🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com [http://courtneygoesabroad.com] 👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call with me to learn more about how we can work together on your citizenship through descent application: https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call [https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call]

#7. The Moving Abroad Prep Has Begun! How I've been prepping when the move feels so far away

The moving abroad prep has begun! I will be moving to Krakow in October, and in this episode, I share with you everything I've done to prepare for the move over the last few months. It can be difficult to know what to do when the move feels so far away, so I hope that by me sharing the nitty gritty details of how I've been navigating this, that it will help you know how you can start your process too. Follow along for more about my own personal journey with citizenship through descent and moving abroad, and gain more tips, stories, and guidance: 📸 Instagram: @courtneygoesabroad [https://instagram.com/courtneygoesabroad] 🎥 YouTube: Courtney Goes Abroad [https://www.youtube.com/@courtneygoesabroad] 🌍 Website: courtneygoesabroad.com [http://courtneygoesabroad.com] 👩🏼‍💻 Schedule a discovery call with me to learn more about how we can work together on your citizenship through descent application: https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call [https://calendly.com/courtneygoesabroad/discovery-call]