I'm Leaving A Way Abroad

& what that means for you and the site

It’s been over 7 years since I started this website, initially as a little hobby while I recovered from ankle surgery. Back then I titled it “Girls Gone Working” (who was around for that?) and thought I’d focus fully on how to find jobs abroad.

My life up to that point had been defined by me hopping from country to country and more often than not industry to industry. I worked all over the map (literally) and was really excited to share just how many options there were to move abroad.

Me, 7 years ago, the same week I launched the site

Truthfully, I never imagined it would turn into what it is today with nearly 400 articles from over 200 women from around the world. Over 80 countries are now represented on the site, either by a writer from there or an article about how to you can live there.

I love this brand. I’m incredibly proud of what it’s become and the people it has introduced me to.

That said, it’s time for me to part ways. I’m no longer the rambunctious globetrotter I was back in 2019. We just bought our first home in a quiet city in the mountains of Italy and while boxes still occupy 90% of the floor space, I’m so ready for this next chapter.

While I know I won’t stop traveling any time soon and still live abroad myself, I’m looking forward to slowing down and not having 3 jobs. Balancing my full-time work with 2 passion projects has been fun but with this move I’ve decided to prioritize less screen time and more time exploring the mountains now in my backyard.

I’ve always treated a big move as a way to reassess and think about what needs improving, trying, or doing more of. From finding more friends away from the wild party scene I found myself in to learning new sports and hobbies, a move has always felt like the perfect chance to make some changes.

And for this one, I want to take advantage of slowing down and getting outdoors as much as possible.

That said, I’ve worked hard to find a new owner that values A Way Abroad as much as I do. You can still expect the same great articles you’ve grown accustomed to and plenty more tips, advice, and things to consider when moving to a new country.

Even if I won’t be the one behind the scenes, A Way Abroad isn’t going anywhere. If anything, this new owner seems to have the energy the site deserves to continue to grow it.

I expect them to continue sending email updates and publish new articles on the website itself. I’ve shared our social media accounts with them and they might just want to revive the Instagram and Facebook pages I’ve let drift into the shadows.

So, this is the last email you’ll be receiving from me as the author. It’s been a real pleasure helping you find your way abroad and learning from those that have already carved their own paths.

I’ll continue to work on Mamma Mia Indeed, our Italian travel site, so if you want to keep in touch, you can find that Substack here.

Otherwise, have some fun and best of luck wherever your life may take you!

xx,
Kat