How This Couple Travels the World Without Having Jobs

Marcus and Kristin are a couple from Germany who quit their jobs to travel the world with NO PLAN. After running out of money during their two-year sabbatical, they decided they wanted to keep traveling rather than move back to Germany to live a traditional lifestyle. After trying (and failing) to open a Bed & Breakfast in Southern Italy, they tried renting out short-term furnished apartments.
Today, they have a portfolio of 5 Airbnb properties in Europe and Bali that generate more than enough income for them to continue traveling the world while building their business.
Do you want to escape the rat race and find the ultimate side hustle? If you're curious about the digital nomad lifestyle and you like to learn how other people make money online and travel, this video is for you!
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Chapters:
00:00 Backstory
00:30 Taking an Adult Gap Year
1:40 Quitting Their Jobs
3:20 Finding a Business Idea
5:20 How They Make Money with Short-Term Rentals
7:37 What To Look For In a Property
8:45 How To Find Properties
10:14 How to Negotiate with Landlords
11:06 You Can Afford This Lifestyle with 1 Property
13:12 What Friends & Family Think
14:14 Health Insurance They Use
15:19 Do They Miss Germany?
16:04 Traveling as a Couple
17:00 On SLOW TRAVEL
18:18 Airbnb Tips
20:24 Favorite Travel Destinations
21:53 Where To Visit in India
24:27 What To Watch Next
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👱🏻‍♀️ About: Kristin Wilson is the author of Digital Nomads For Dummies, the host of Badass Digital Nomads Podcast, and known as Traveling with Kristin on KZread. She's traveled to more than 60 countries and has been helping people move overseas since 2005.
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  • @TravelingwithKristin
    @TravelingwithKristin3 ай бұрын

    Would you like to see more interviews like this? Check the video description for the health insurance company they use. World Nomads also offers travel insurance bit.ly/worldnomads_travelins (affiliate link)

  • @grantwtk
    @grantwtk3 ай бұрын

    Surprising. What hits home is how Couples seem to have an Aura around them resulting in group-thinking toward a successful lifestyle model. Its the Argument for pairing up as a digital nomad versus remaining single. Thanks for the video, I could not take my eyes or ears off the screen.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Grant! So glad you enjoyed the conversation. They are definitely an inspiring couple!

  • @galaxytrio
    @galaxytrio20 күн бұрын

    Charming couple and interviewer.

  • @laurashields975
    @laurashields9753 ай бұрын

    Super interesting and cool couple! Thank you, Kristin :)

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    My pleasure, Laura! They are a fascinating and admirable couple, to be sure.

  • @michelleglidingswan4334
    @michelleglidingswan43343 ай бұрын

    What a great couple. They were so communicative and shared so many good things. Wonderful!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    They are wonderful!! I’m such a fan 😍

  • @jaynair2942
    @jaynair29423 ай бұрын

    Hi Kristin..it's so nice to hear from people around the world who're digital nomads and doing different things to sustain their lifestyle. This German couple surprised me by saying India being the first in their list of countries to be visited.! I'm surprised not because India is bad, but this couple made it as their first choice.! People find India so interesting and one among many countries in their list. But for this couple, India is their first choice. ! This made me surprised! India of course has many downsides, but despite this it's many things that outweigh the negativities.! And kerala is my birthplace.! It's of course so beautiful and considered as 'God's own country'! India is of course popular for spiritual retreats and spirituality, Yoga etc.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi Jay, so glad that you enjoy this interview-style of video! I was also surprised that they said India, although many people have told me they love it there. I definitely have to go someday! It's so big with so much to see 😊

  • @sararichardson737

    @sararichardson737

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m rather well travelled: Africa, Europe Latin America and I love India I visited every year from 2013 up to 2019 (Covid).the ,most fascinating country. I’ve yet to visit JAPAN

  • @yanaslight
    @yanaslight3 ай бұрын

    I loved meeting you guys! So inspiring!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words @aianalight. Let's keep inspiring each other! 🌟😊

  • @A.KH747
    @A.KH7473 ай бұрын

    Thanks... nice and interesting video . lovely German couple, their English is perfect and understandable as their second language.

  • @sararichardson737

    @sararichardson737

    3 ай бұрын

    You must be American. It’s standard in Europe apart of course from us Brits.

  • @sararichardson737

    @sararichardson737

    3 ай бұрын

    You must be American. It’s standard in Europe apart of course from us Brits.

  • @melissafields6628
    @melissafields66283 ай бұрын

    Kristin you are doing an amazing job with your content. I found your channel this week and OMG all your videos are so inspiring. You ask such great questions in these interviews. I have been a nomad for a couple years now. 1st 2 years as a single solo female. Working a remote 9-5 job and my goal/dream is to be my own successful boss. I have subscribed to your channel & cant wait to see more. I can see you put a lot of hard work in your creative content. To be competely honest 2 times this week your videos brought joyful tears to my eyes. Full of inspiration and gratitude. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! for all you are doing!! Hope to meet you on the road someday.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It means the world to me to hear that my content has been inspiring and helpful to you on your nomadic journey. I'm thrilled to have you as part of our community. Safe travels, and hopefully, our paths will cross someday! 🌟✨

  • @topplacetoLive
    @topplacetoLive3 ай бұрын

    Traveling without traditional jobs is a dream for many. Can't wait to learn their secrets. Thanks for sharing!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    I'm glad you're eager to learn more. Stay tuned for more! 😊✈️

  • @jaxxonbalboa3243
    @jaxxonbalboa32433 ай бұрын

    Guess I'm a homebody because all that packing, unpacking and scheduling seems so tedious!

  • @grantwtk

    @grantwtk

    3 ай бұрын

    yet we want to be sold on the idea :)

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    I hear you, Jaxxon! I'm a digital nomad who hates packing and loves to make my "home" wherever I go. 😉

  • @discoverglobeliving
    @discoverglobeliving3 ай бұрын

    Inspiring! Traveling the world without traditional jobs showcases creativity and freedom. Thanks for sharing your journey and motivating others to pursue unconventional paths.

  • @rae717
    @rae7172 ай бұрын

    wow. Great interview! Amazing how these two share the same values, goals, and travelling interests. Very inspiring. Thanks Kristin.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the interview. Your kind words mean a lot. 😊🌍

  • @benicionavaira4501
    @benicionavaira45013 ай бұрын

    This couple seems so united they really seem to stick together. Very rare situation it seems to me like my pass partners, are always working against me.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    It's lovely to see strong bonds. Wishing you the best in finding your own supportive partnership! 🌟

  • @benicionavaira4501

    @benicionavaira4501

    3 ай бұрын

    @TravelingwithKristin Thank you wishes back at you, may you accomplish what it is you set out to do. Don't forget about me when you're really famous.

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler14983 ай бұрын

    Humm and it’s legal ??

  • @timmaloney6441
    @timmaloney64413 ай бұрын

    Great interview . Thanks Kristin

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! 💖🙌

  • @cindyk3076
    @cindyk30763 ай бұрын

    Great interview! I am constantly amazed at the opportunities people create to make money to give them the ability to have a nomadic lifestyle and this couple is perfectly suited for each other and their way of life. Thanks, Kristin!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks Cindy! I’m also fascinated by all the different ways people make money online!

  • @shirabrener
    @shirabrener3 ай бұрын

    grate people !!!! love it !!!

  • @irmelieija
    @irmelieija2 ай бұрын

    Loved the travel tips at the end. 👍

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Glad you like them @irmelieija!

  • @jeffright6627
    @jeffright66273 ай бұрын

    Congratulations K.for 200000 subskribers.🎉🎉

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! Your support means the world to me. 🎉🙌

  • @Junkmail007
    @Junkmail0072 ай бұрын

    This was such an interesting talk and I really enjoyed it. Great talk Kristin!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.😊👍

  • @zambianyoutuberx
    @zambianyoutuberx3 ай бұрын

    Watching you from Zambia, Africa! Great Video! and Thanks for the great Info!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for tuning in all the way from Zambia! Glad you found the video helpful! 🌍😊

  • @stefanlouw6395
    @stefanlouw63953 ай бұрын

    I'm only 20 second into this video and all I can say is, this is amazing!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    That's awesome to hear! Hope the rest of the video keeps up the momentum for you! Enjoy watching! 😊👍

  • @doodleacademy
    @doodleacademy3 ай бұрын

    As always, awesome content! Congrats on 200K subs ⭐

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! Your support means a lot. 🎉😊

  • @gailalbers1430
    @gailalbers14303 ай бұрын

    Do they have a website or a channel ?, thank you , Kristin . ❤

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    I'm not sure but I will ask them to post it here in the comments, if they have social media.

  • @gailalbers1430

    @gailalbers1430

    3 ай бұрын

    @@TravelingwithKristin Thank you ! they seem to be on to something - you asked the right questions. Kristin , but the interview opened up a lot more questions- so - they don’t own any of the apartments or houses that they rent on air bnb ? they are able to make a profit, even though they themselves are renting those places ?

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    That's correct! They rent long-term at low rates (unfurnished) and then furnish and re-rent them short-term at a premium@@gailalbers1430 - I found their website here: amberlair.com/

  • @elenaw7998
    @elenaw79983 ай бұрын

    Such a beautiful couple! What a pleasure❤ Kristin - your questions are so to the point! Thanks very much for this wonderful interview !

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! We're thrilled you enjoyed the interview. 😊

  • @Junkmail007
    @Junkmail0072 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the travel health insurance link too!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    You're welcome @Junkmail007! I'm glad I could help. 😊🌍

  • @d.c.127
    @d.c.1273 ай бұрын

    This is not legal in many US cities.

  • @laura_and_shanman
    @laura_and_shanman3 ай бұрын

    I love this interview!! Well done and such a fun couple!!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the interview. They are indeed a fantastic couple! 😊👍

  • @daveuygur
    @daveuygur3 ай бұрын

    Inspirational. Thanks Kristen for sharing these unique life choices!! Absolutely Love It.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    You're welcome @daveuygur! Glad you found it inspiring.😊👍

  • @pdesiles6792
    @pdesiles67923 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video. 🤗Could you make a video about travel insurance and let us know your opinion about April insurance ?

  • @chrisb.9856
    @chrisb.98563 ай бұрын

    Awesome video!!!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks Chris! I have a few others like this on my channel if you want to see more!

  • @lisaann6965
    @lisaann69653 ай бұрын

    This was such an interesting conversation from a very inspirational and lovely couple, I think their friends are lucky to have them! Thank you for sharing. 🙏👋🇬🇧

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Absolutely Lisa Ann! Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts! 🙌😊🌟

  • @thinkplanetearth2946
    @thinkplanetearth29463 ай бұрын

    Another interesting interview Kristin. So if I understood what they're doing correctly, they themselves have leases on the 5 properties they mentioned, so that they are responsible for them, and then they rent them out on Airbnb? I think that would stress me out because if you don't get enough travelers to rent out the spaces as an Airbnb, then you're still responsible for the rents. Did I understand this correctly? But I'm loving these episodes where you interview nomads and ask them how they support themselves. It's inspiring and it shows that there are many ways to support the lifestyle.

  • @surfing.4ever
    @surfing.4ever3 ай бұрын

    I went backpacking in Europe for 2 months and at one point I just wanted to go back home. It was exhausting LOL I like my friends too much to stay away from them that long but I love that you guys make these videos so that I get to see the world with you from my living room. Thank you!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing! It’s normal to get homesick at times 😊 Hope you can find a good balance between being at home and having some travel adventures 💫

  • @christiansailor2880
    @christiansailor28803 ай бұрын

    Cool interview!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it Christian Sailor! Thanks for watching! 😊👍

  • @scottman895
    @scottman8953 ай бұрын

    What an interesting story! It's always great that people find unique ways to sustain a digital nomad lifestyle. It comes to show that there are countless ways of making it work!

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Absolutely! It's inspiring to see the creative paths people take. There's definitely no one-size-fits-all approach to this lifestyle. 😊👍

  • @shirabrener
    @shirabrener3 ай бұрын

    Kristin i love your channel !!! your trip is very much shorter than i would agree to pay and go for. 2 weeks in costa rica is more logic to me for the effort. please consider in the next trips much more time in the destination (: and again you will be very wellcome in Israel !!!! 🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your support and feedback @shirabrener! I appreciate your perspective on trip durations, and I'll definitely keep it in mind for future travels. And I would absolutely love to visit Israel someday! Cheers to more adventures! 🌟🌍🥂

  • @shirabrener

    @shirabrener

    2 ай бұрын

    @@TravelingwithKristin i can be your host in israel and i have a guests room in my flat! Let me know when you are coming! 🥂

  • @Jessicascleaningtips
    @Jessicascleaningtips2 ай бұрын

    I did that for 17 months after living through 3 wildfires. Crisscrossing the USA and landing in San Diego

  • @davesites
    @davesites3 ай бұрын

    Great video

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it @davesites!

  • @dk1828
    @dk18283 ай бұрын

    Ok, so they don’t own the rentals, they just decorate and help renters to find rentals…? Ahh okay. These two are the renters and then THEY rent out their renters homes.

  • @vagabond_trader
    @vagabond_trader3 ай бұрын

    I agree with all of their India recommendations. Been to 90% of the places they mentioned (granted I went 20 years ago but I doubt too much has changed…if anything probably changed for the better).

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    That's awesome @vagabond_trader! It's great to hear that you had such positive experiences in India. Thanks for sharing! 🌟✨

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler14983 ай бұрын

    I don’t know if it work with landlords in states

  • @winniwatson711
    @winniwatson7113 ай бұрын

    Question: What would it be like for a senior citizen to live in Mauritius?

  • @FindingFinley
    @FindingFinley3 ай бұрын

    I would love to know what kind of budget they live on. If they only have a few properties I would think they are living on a pretty low income.

  • @YogaBlissDance
    @YogaBlissDance3 ай бұрын

    Kristin for some reason from the front angle, you almost look cut out against the others, not sure if it's that you are close to the camera?

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes the lighting was quite strange in there! Not optimal lighting or sound for filming, but I'm glad we gave it a try

  • @TravelingwithKristin
    @TravelingwithKristin3 ай бұрын

    Check out Marcus and Kristin's apartments here: amberlair.com/

  • @rgasta7765
    @rgasta77653 ай бұрын

    How did they finance the Airbnbs? With what cash? You need 200K to 400K to buy 2 Airbnbs

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    They didn’t buy them - they rent them long-term and then sublet them as short-term rentals with permission from the owners 😊

  • @rgasta7765

    @rgasta7765

    3 ай бұрын

    @@TravelingwithKristin I doubt the profit margins will produce enough cash flow to finance their travel. Also you do not reap the benefits of owning the property

  • @cosworthTV
    @cosworthTV3 ай бұрын

    Good video but they didnt say with how much money they started with, where and how to Invest. You dont just buy a house somewhere on the world do you? + Buying a house in bali is strictly prohibited unless you are a citizen there so im curious how they did that

  • @cynthiaf6057

    @cynthiaf6057

    26 күн бұрын

    They are renting apartments from a landlord, decorating and then renting them on Airbnb. I'm guessing the cash flow from Airbnb is greater than their rent, hence their income. I was wondering the same thing - if they quit their jobs and were broke after there first round of travel, how did they get the capital?

  • @marialatosinski9833
    @marialatosinski98333 ай бұрын

    But could you rent a property and rent it again as an Airbnb?

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    2 ай бұрын

    It would depend on the location and the landlord. Just make sure to check local laws and regulations to ensure you're operating within the guidelines. 🏡🌟

  • @Jessicascleaningtips

    @Jessicascleaningtips

    2 ай бұрын

    Yes. A hotel in Coconut Grove, FL does this. The lower floors are a hotel the upper floors are condos. People buy the condos and rent them out as Airbnb. It used to be called Sonesta

  • @ursulaursulaa6248
    @ursulaursulaa62483 ай бұрын

    To much noise in the background. But the content is good. Please film in more quiet areas next time. Beacuse you have good content. It's sad that it's hard to listen, just because of surrounding noise.😢

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback! Appreciate you letting me know! 😊👍

  • @qu3mp3x74
    @qu3mp3x743 ай бұрын

    do they have instagram or something?

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Good question! I will email to ask

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Found it! amberlair.com/

  • @sararichardson737
    @sararichardson7373 ай бұрын

    Much as this is interesting and it is: everyone is different and they must find “their own way” to live. There is no living by number or formula to do what others are doing.if you’re really following your path it will be inimitable. Just saying

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Indeed! Each person's journey is unique, and finding your own path is key. It's all about embracing what works best for you and crafting your own extraordinary adventure. 😊🌟

  • @youngforever9143
    @youngforever91433 ай бұрын

    Well, 6years to wait for me for an early retirement and spend traveling the world.

  • @TravelingwithKristin

    @TravelingwithKristin

    3 ай бұрын

    Wishing you all the best for your early retirement journey. 🌍✈️

  • @6shnuggle6
    @6shnuggle63 ай бұрын

    The title is click bait

  • @vernonigneri51
    @vernonigneri512 ай бұрын

    P R O M O S M

  • @live--now
    @live--now3 ай бұрын

    India... 🤦‍♀🤦‍♀🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣