Mastering Expat Relocation: Your Ultimate Guide to Creating a Future Abroad with Camilla Quintana

In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Quintana, an expat empowerment coach, to explore the ultimate tips for a successful relocation abroad. Camilla shares her personal experiences as an Austrian expat living in Bilbao, Spain, and offers valuable insights on navigating the challenges and transitions of moving to a new country. Whether you're considering a move or are already an expat, this episode provides practical advice and inspiration for creating a fulfilling life abroad.

In this episode we talk about:

1. Camilla's Journey as an Expat: • Born and raised in Vienna, Austria, with a multicultural background. • Developed a passion for different cultures and languages from a young age. • Became an expat at 18 and has been living abroad for over 20 years. • She started her own business as an expat empowerment coach 5 years ago.

2. The Motivation behind Relocation: • Camilla's move to Bilbao, Spain, was driven by her husband's job. • Initially struggled with feelings of dependency and loss of autonomy. • Inspired by her own experiences, Camilla founded her coaching business to help expat women dream bigger and trust in their abilities.

3. Realistic Expectations and Overcoming Challenges: • Emphasizing the importance of realistic expectations when moving abroad. • Acknowledging the complexities of real-life situations beyond the honeymoon phase. • Encouraging constructive thinking and problem-solving to overcome struggles. • Seeking support and assistance when needed.

4. Relocating with Children: • Addressing the challenges of moving abroad with children. • Highlighting the need for thorough preparation, especially regarding education. • Recommending international schools as a bridge for children's educational continuity.

5. Building Connections as an Expat: • Sharing strategies for building social connections in a new country. • Leveraging on Facebook and Instagram to find expat communities. • Engaging with local groups and initiating conversations with fellow expats.

6. Transitioning Children to New Schools: • Exploring the process of transitioning children to new schools. • Mentioning the availability of international schools for various nationalities. • Highlighting the benefits of international schools in maintaining cultural ties and community support.

Join us in this insightful conversation with Camilla Quintana as she provides invaluable advice and encouragement for expats seeking to create a successful and fulfilling life abroad.

About Camilla: Camilla Quintana is a certified coach and expert in empowering global women to thrive in their lives abroad. With a deep understanding of the expat experience and a multicultural background, Camilla helps individuals connect with their true selves and their compelling visions. With a diverse background in international relations, business, and entrepreneurship, Camilla brings a wealth of knowledge to her coaching practice. Based in Bilbao, Spain, she is a proud mother of three and the host of The Empowered Expat Woman Podcast.

Connect with Camilla: The Empowered Expat Woman Podcast: https://camillaquintana.com/category/podcast/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coach.camillaquintana/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coach.camillaquintana FREE 45-MIN CLARITY CALL: www.camillaquintana.com/call GET YOUR FREE GUIDE: “20 Confidence Killers You Need To Stop Doing In Order To Thrive Abroad” here: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t0m3c9

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