Experiences in Europe
Have you dreamed of living abroad but don’t know where to start, who to ask, or what new place is right for you? Are you unsure if you can really make the move?
Join us for our immersive in-country experiences that get you connected to experts and expats who can answer all your burning questions about moving to Europe.
Spend 10 days diving deep into what it takes to take the leap and establish residency in an EU country. We explain the living, working, and financial details, but also the mindset needed to live full time outside your comfort zone.
Determine what you personally need to know to make an informed decision that gives you a high confidence of a successful outcome…before you pack up and board the plane!
Explore the pros and cons of living abroad while exploring world-class cities
What participants take away from this experience
- A plan for making an informed decision with a high level of confidence (to move or not to move)
- A solid list of the pros and cons of specific places and cultures
- Relationships with experts, expats, and like-minded people considering a move abroad
- A memorable and unique experience
- Membership in an ongoing LAA online community
The Living Abroad Experience is your chance to learn faster and more directly
- Talk to local experts in real estate, taxes, immigration, banking, healthcare and more
- Talk to local expats who have made the jump and will share their experiences living and working abroad
- Take the time to reflect deeply on why, where, and how you want to develop your personal roadmap to moving abroad (or gain the understanding that it’s not right for you now… or ever)
- Experience what it’s like to be a daily resident of a place and not just a tourist
- Learn about the common pitfalls that come up after the “honeymoon” period
- Experience what it’s like to work remotely from a different continent and time zone
- Meet and join a community of like-minded folks exploring a similar journey to you
- Meet and develop relationships with local experts and expats
- Explore world class cities or regions through a different lens
- Have a wonderful time in a fascinating city while you consider your next life chapter!
The Living Abroad Experience is perfect for:
Part-time expats
Those considering part-time residency in another country
Professionals
Professionals who are interesting in long term, work abroad arrangements via a resident or work permit
Relocation seekers
Those seeking relocation for healthcare, quality of life, or cost of living reasons
Retirees
Those seeking early or standard age retirement and are considering another country as a retirement location
Late career professionals
Late career professionals who would like to work abroad with lower costs and a slower pace
...and many more!
Those who are simply curious about all of the above and want to learn more in a fun and engaging way within a group
These are not tourist retreats.
While The Living Abroad Experience is a fascinating and stimulating experience, our goal is not to create tourist itineraries for our attendees. Instead we offer an opportunity to think and live like a local in a foreign country. We provide a curated schedule of informational sessions with experts and expats, along with some fun learning excursions with your cohorts.
However, we don’t have a plan for every hour you’re with us. We will guide you when needed, but we won’t hold your hand. You will be challenged to navigate the daily stress of accomplishing tasks in a foreign country where many things are written and done differently. We will encourage you to go out on your own during the free time (and sometimes with a fun and challenging assignment). You will have free time for your own exploration.
We also expect some participants will need to work remotely during US hours, so we’ve scheduled our weekday activities and informational sessions to be done by 2pm CET, allowing everyone to access the beginning of the U.S. workday.
For professionals seeking to work for U.S. companies while abroad, we encourage you to plan to work at least a few days during the experience. This will offer you the chance to experience working across the time zones while managing a life outside of work (there are advantages and drawbacks).
These are not Zoom classes, websites, or Facebook groups, but lived experiences.
Our purpose at The Living Abroad Academy is to help you better understand your wants and needs and whether you’re ready to take such a life-changing leap. Our offerings are an onsite, all sensory experience with built-in challenges meant to test you in ways that only happen “after the honeymoon”.
Expat Facebook groups are filled with people who made the leap without really understanding what they were signing up for or discovering they picked the wrong culture for their personality or long-term needs. We help you avoid “buyer’s remorse” by covering all the angles and guiding you through a process that brings you to a truly informed decision.
Whether you decide to move to the country where you have your LAA Experience or not, you will walk away with a high confidence about your decision and a deeper understanding of the information you need to make that decision. And because of this lived experience, you’ll be prepared to explore other potential countries on your own with the same confidence.
Save your spot for our 2025 Living Abroad Experiences!
We have a limited number of spots for each LAA experience. Save your spot now with a $150 deposit. This is fully refundable until March 2025. Accommodations are not included, but we will have neighborhood information to share soon so you can book early and near our event space.
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