It's always been my dream to travel...
Welcome to Michelle Overseas, the personal travel blog of Michelle Herman—a social worker, certified English instructor, and adventurer lover.
After decades of working in social services and empowering others, I made the bold decision to start a new chapter abroad.
As a woman over 50, I’m proving that reinvention has no expiration date. This journey is about more than travel; it's about breaking barriers, fostering understanding, and embracing the unknown with courage and authenticity.Through Michelle Overseas, I share my experiences living, teaching, and exploring different cultures. I write about the joys and challenges of life as an expat, the lessons I learn along the way, and how stepping beyond familiar borders can transform us.
Whether you're curious about teaching English abroad, seeking inspiration for your own leap into the unknown, or love stories of resilience and adventure, I invite you to follow along. We can build a more connected world—one experience at a time.
Let's explore, learn, and grow—wherever the journey takes us!Key Partners
The TEFL Academy
I love the TEFL Academy. This is where I earned my Level Five TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification, which has become the economic vehicle for my travels.
WorldPackers
WorldPackers is the world's leading work-exchange travel platform. Travel with a purpose and seriously reduce your expenses. I have my first three WorldPacker sites booked.
Preply
Preply is the leading global language learning platform. I teach my online classes here. Book a class with me today!
Pride English
Pride English is my freelance English coaching platform. We have innovated a new English learning environment and tools specifically designed for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Trip.com (Affiliate)
Trip.com is a global travel platform that offers easy bookings for flights, hotels, car rentals, trains, and vacation packages. With 24/7 customer support and competitive prices, it helps travelers plan and manage trips worldwide.
Airalo (Affliiate)
Airalo is a global eSIM marketplace that provides travelers with affordable, instant mobile data access in over 200 countries and regions. By eliminating the need for physical SIM cards, Airalo offers a convenient and eco-friendly solution for staying connected abroad.
