Welcome to Rodrigo Coutinho Abroad
A space where I share real-life tips, guides, and stories about studying in Ireland, living in Dublin as an international student, travelling in Europe, and navigating life abroad with Celiac disease.
Whether you’re exploring the best study abroad programs, figuring out student visa requirements for Ireland, planning weekend trips in Europe, or searching for the most Celiac-friendly restaurants in Dublin, you’ll find practical advice and honest experiences here.
My goal is simple: to help you feel informed, confident, and excited about your next big adventure abroad, no matter where in the world you’re starting from.
Study in Ireland
Discover everything you need to know about studying abroad in Ireland — from student visa requirements and scholarship opportunities to choosing the right university programs and preparing your study abroad packing list. I’ll share tips from my own experience as a Brazilian student in Dublin.
Living in Ireland
Get practical advice on moving to Dublin, finding accommodation, understanding work permits, and adapting to life in Ireland as an international student or expat. Learn how to enjoy Ireland’s culture, manage the cost of living, and make the most of your time abroad.
Travel in Europe
Make the most of your time abroad with weekend trips from Dublin, budget travel tips, and itineraries for Europe’s most popular destinations. Whether you’re exploring hidden gems or planning your first trip to Paris, Rome, or Lisbon, I’ll help you travel smart and gluten-free if needed.
Celiac Life Abroad
Living or travelling abroad with Celiac disease? Find my gluten-free travel guides, restaurant recommendations, and tips for safe, delicious dining in Ireland and across Europe. Learn how to stay healthy, confident, and enjoy every moment from grocery shopping in Dublin to tasting gelato in Italy.
Blog
🌍 Living Abroad with Celiac Disease: My Journey and How I Adapted in Ireland
Living abroad can evoke a mix of emotions — excitement, fear, curiosity, and sometimes loneliness. Whether you’re an international student or a professional expat, adapting to a new country is never easy. Challenge, adaptation, and resilience become everyday words in your vocabulary.
🌍 My First Trip Abroad from Ireland: Flying from Dublin to Milan, Italy
When you live in Ireland, traveling to another country in Europe is surprisingly easy — especially if you’re European or have a valid visa. It’s just a matter of researching flight tickets, finding accommodation, and deciding what to do in the cities you want to visit.
✈️ Why I Decided to Study and Move to Ireland and How I Prepared for It
What I’m going to say here might sound cliché, but let’s be honest — moving to another country is not easy. Everyone knows (or at least imagines) how challenging it can be.
I want to share my personal experience, because whenever I talk to friends who also live abroad, I realise we all go through similar emotions — the excitement, the doubts, and the countless decisions that shape this journey.
I’m Rodrigo, a Brazilian Digital Marketing professional living in Dublin. In 2017, I left my comfort zone to study abroad in Ireland, improve my English, and explore Europe. Along the way, I’ve learned about student life, work abroad, travel tips, and thriving with Celiac disease. Here I share my guides on studying in Ireland, living in Dublin as an expat, travelling Europe on a budget, and enjoying a gluten-free lifestyle abroad.