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British Expat Bloggers discuss their thoughts. Continuing our interview series with British expat bloggers, we gain their unique perspectives on how Brexit is shaping their view of the world. Our featured expat bloggers are: Simon in the Netherlands – Amsterdam Shallow Man Oliver in Germany – Frankfurt Expat Melanie in Denmark – Dejlige…
British Expat Bloggers discuss their thoughts. “Brexit means Brexit”. Ever since Prime Minister Theresa May uttered those famous words back in March, the UK has been waiting in anticipation to discover how it will affect all our lives. Now, with the Theresa May’s election gamble backfiring, the country faces an even…
So you’re about to set off on the adventure of a lifetime? Relocating to a new country is always an exciting – and occasionally daunting – experience. There is a great deal to plan and prepare for when you move abroad, so to ease the stress we’ve put together this…
The internet is a wonderful resource, full of helpful articles and advice from people in the know. It’s also rife with myths, rumours and absolute nonsense, so you should take everything you read with a pinch of salt. If research is playing a heavy role in your preparation for a…
Are you ready to relocate to a new country? No, are you really ready? In the excitement and chaos of moving abroad it can be really easy to forget to do a few important things. Things that could help make the move a more pleasant and (relatively) stress-free experience for the…
Over the course of the last few decades, the UK has become what is now known to many as the “emigration nation.” It is a country whose nationals choose to flee the bitter weather in favour of a warmer climate, a new and improved lifestyle or a life of relaxation….
You’ve done it. You’ve decided to make that big move to the country of your dreams and it’s a few days before the departure date. You’re running over and over your checklists of things you have to do before you go, sure you’ve forgotten something both important and obvious. You scour the…
The beginning of your new life in a strange and foreign land can be thrilling, life-affirming, or sometimes downright terrifying. Even if you’ve moved to a country you have a long history with, making the permanent move can be very different from the occasional holiday. One of the best ways…
The referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU, which was held on 23rd June 2016, is creating much uncertainty over how expats and those owning property in other EU countries will be placed when the UK leaves. Freedom of movement, which has been one of the founding principles since…
The move is done! Now to begin living. Settling into a new culture and community often feels like a daunting experience. But remember, the journey of a thousand miles starts with one step outside of your front door. Neighbours Start by looking out of your window at the houses near…