Would You Move Abroad for Love? One American's Journey to Italy
October 28, 2025
Model and creator Ambika Mathur shares her journey from California to Naples, Italy. She shares with us how a one-way ticket abroad led to love, new opportunities, and an entirely different life. Discover what it’s really like to start over as an American in Italy.
In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Ambika Mathur, model, creator, and founder of Travel with Amby, to explore her journey from Southern California to Naples, Italy. After dreaming of life abroad for years, Ambika took a leap of faith by booking a one-way ticket to Europe that led her not only to a new country but also to love.
Today, she shares her honest insights about what it’s really like to move abroad as an American: from navigating visas and language barriers to finding belonging in a new culture. Together, Arielle and Ambika discuss the realities of expat life, the challenges of starting over, and the rewards of embracing uncertainty.
Whether you’re considering your own move overseas or simply curious about life in Italy, this episode offers both inspiration and practical wisdom for your global journey.