Reviews & Testimonials

The formula for The Good Life Abroad is excellent. The fluid social interactions, wonderful tour offering, and ability to mix structure and independence was excellent. Our guides were amazing, and the company was very responsive to any questions or concerns during our stay (which were minimal due to the The Good Life Abroad's great planning)

Staying in one place for a month with The Good Life Abroad is priceless. This coordinated immersion helps us quickly find the best spots and fully enjoy the local culture.

Lisa R. shares her unforgettable experience living in Paris, France, with The Good Life Abroad.

Theresa speaks about her experience as a Solo Traveler

Florence is amazing. It was wonderful to have so much time there. I really like the mix of community gatherings and tours, and having so much time on my own. Giacomo and Martina were wonderful.”

Comparing living abroad and regular travel.

“The Good Life Abroad offered me a way to test drive my life in Europe—without doing all the work behind it. They made it easy.”

Meeting the people of like mind with adventure and enthusiasm to discover a new country was the highlight of my trip. I met fantastic women and gentlemen. The arranged activities, tours, lunches, and classes were wonderful. It was exactly what I was looking for without being on a totally organized tour. It gave us some structure along with individual freedom to make out experiences fabulous. I will definitely be on future trips!

Community plays a part in The Good Life Abroad much more than just having a home away from home, its having people that I know here, that I want to get together with, that I can ask questions to because they have been here longer or they speak better Italian, or maybe they’ve done something that I want to do

Clyde and Linda embraced daily life in Valencia through shared tips, small routines, and the support of a tight-knit group. With The Good Life Abroad, they felt like locals from the start.

On Building Community During Their Travels with The Good Life Abroad

Lisbon's relaxed atmosphere and friendly locals make it perfect for travelers. Everything we need is within a few minutes' walk from our waterfront apartment.

"I loved the group activities, like our picnic in the Rose Garden and making belts at a leather shop. The people are amazing, and I would definitely recommend it to friends. Italia is fantastico!"

I loved the activities, they were really unique and different. We did belt making, a cooking class, and we went to a lunch that was clearly filled with people from Florence and not full of tourists.

There’s this day when you wake up in the morning and it feels like you’re home. It’s a home away from home, but it's still a home.

It’s hard to say what I liked the most about the experience, each thing that we did was wonderful. Siena was amazing with Martina and the Architecture tour with Giacomo was incredible… but so was the cooking class, the art class, the museum tours, wine tasting, lunches and happy hours!

“Jump in and give it a try—you don’t know who you’ll meet, but chances are it’ll work, and you’ll find someone you connect with.”

Why consider The Good Life Abroad

Solo Traveler's Experience in Lisbon, Portugal: A Personal Journey

Sharon and Paul share their delightful impressions of living in Lisbon through The Good Life Abroad.

“Loved the fact that activities, lunches, Happy Hours, tours, etc. were scheduled for us and in places we might have missed. Great communication from the community manager in a timely manner with schedules, directions, etc. Appreciated the suggestions for activities on the weekends when no activities were scheduled.”

30 days gave us the opportunity to really become immersed in Portuguese life. At the same time the support of the local community manager, Jen, was outstanding. The weekly happy hours and lunches were a refreshing break from touring and planning our days and were very enjoyable meetings with out fellow members.

Why Nada Chose The Good Life Abroad

How The Good Life Abroad Builds Confidence and Community as a Solo Traveler

"As a solo traveler, I expected to explore venues and dine alone, trying to connect with people around me. However, having this group with us was so unexpected and the best part about it. It felt like a built-in community."

Our lodging at [The Good Life Abroad] was excellent. The first thing we said to each other when we got there was We don’t usually stay anywhere quite this nice’.

“It’s interesting how people from the east coast, west coast, and everywhere in between came together with the same mindset and curiosity.”

The community aspect of The Good Life Abroad is invaluable. The support group, wonderful staff, and shared experiences with fellow travelers made settling into a new city seamless and enjoyable.

Mary discusses her experience with community

Andy came to Valencia to slow down, practice Spanish, and experience life abroad with like-minded travelers. The Good Life Abroad gave him just the right mix of structure, culture, and community.

From their arrival in Valencia, Debra and Georgia were welcomed into a close-knit group that felt more like family than strangers. The Good Life Abroad made every day an opportunity to connect, share, and feel truly at home.

Margo F. shares her thoughts on the unmatched safety and support she experienced during her stay in Paris

“Valencia has been great. I got exactly what I was hoping for—connection, energy, and a healthier way of living.”

Debra came to Valencia for a change of scenery. She left with a sense of belonging and a group of friends she still keeps in touch with.

I feel completely safe and supported during my Good Life Abroad experience—more than any other trip I’ve been on. The staff is always there to help, and their quick response gives me peace of mind.

Tom shares his time and experience in Florence, Italy.

“Having a built-in community of people here for the same reason makes all the difference—it helps you settle in and really live the experience.”

"What appealed to me most was the idea of staying somewhere for 30 days. It felt almost too good to be true, but the glowing reviews reassured me—and the experience exceeded all my expectations."

As a solo traveler, I expected to explore venues and dine alone, trying to connect with people around me. However, having this group with us was so unexpected and the best part about it. It felt like a built-in community.”

“One of my favorite things is learning local foods and drinks—especially how to make paella, something I want to bring home and share with friends.”

Valencia offered Clyde and Linda the accessibility and ease they hadn’t found in past travels. Their time with The Good Life Abroad was both restful and enriching, striking the perfect balance between culture and comfort.

“I have a real plan now for how I’m going to integrate—joining groups, meeting people, building support. Socialization is the whole purpose of being here.”

Support of local experts and fellow travelers. Expert advice on dining, getting around, local events and safety. Help with health issues as they arose. The social aspect and camaraderie of fellow participants was a big plus. Lunches and happy hours, belt making, tours of the surrounding area (Siena was a special highlight). Flexibility on the part of Giacomo and Martina to include visiting families. All in all, this program exceeded our expectations.

Couple Tom and Mary discuss the routines and preferences they discovered in Florence, Italy.

The Good Life Abroad has opened my mind to semi-group traveling, allowing me to bond with people from all over the world while enjoying the freedom of solo adventures.