This is Me!

Hello! I'm Jessica Gabrielzyk, a Brazilian and avid traveler. After finishing high school in São Paulo, I packed my bags and moved to Brisbane, Australia, where I earned my bachelor's degree and developed a taste for kangaroo meat (just kidding, it's too exotic for me!), but I do enjoy the foreigner’s terror: Vegemite sandwiches.

Ten years later, living in the land of koalas, I embarked on a journey of country-hopping. From Portugal to Ireland and back to Portugal, alongside my husband and our mixed-breed dog, who is as adventurous as we are. Now, with a new addition to our family, we are settled in Switzerland, where I’m learning to yodel (not really, but wouldn't that be fun?).

I know, I know, it sounds cliché, but I truly love traveling, meeting new people, and hearing their amazing stories. These experiences inspired me to write a trilogy of books to help other adventurers navigate the highs and lows of life abroad. The journey begins with an expat maternity guide called “Maternity Abroad,” followed by “Parenting Abroad,” a guide on international parenting, and finally, a book on the beautiful chaos of expatriate life. Whether you are a student overseas, relocated for work, or on any other visa status, these books are for you to excel on your journey abroad.

Join me on this journey, where I share practical advice, hilarious anecdotes, and heartfelt stories to help you make the most of your adventure. Let’s navigate this crazy ride together!