In this Nomads 50+ episode, Chris teams up with Mary to break down what it takes to prep for a big travel stint or even a move abroad—especially for us 50+ adventurers. We’re talking the must-dos: scoping out housing, Wi-Fi, and healthcare before you jet off, so you’re not left scrambling. Mary’s got a hot tip—link up with local expats for the real scoop, but skip the shaky online groups and go for face-to-face chats instead. We dive into the culture shock, like fumbling through new languages (hello, awkward hellos!), and why staying open-minded is your superpower. There’s some heart-to-heart stuff too—missing home, juggling solitude with socializing, and dodging that “trapped on an island” vibe. We also tackle healthcare and insurance, comparing the wild differences from the U.S. to abroad, and why extra coverage might be your BFF. Wrapping up, we say: yeah, it’s tough, but do your homework, take the leap, and soak in the epic payoff.
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