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So you’ve set your sights on the country you’re going to move to. But where in that country would you like to move to? No two regions of a country are quite the same. Do you prefer the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan city? Or would you like a…
You did it! You’ve managed the final hurdle of moving abroad and now your new life can begin. Except for one thing; from time to time you will find yourself missing your home country. Everything from the familiar language, the well-trodden roads, to the smell of Sunday roast gravy or…
Many people dream of expatriating, though it takes a brave person to build up the courage and make the leap to another country. We decided to ask some of the most influential expat bloggers around the internet how being an expat has changed their lives. Here are their answers. Natalie…
When you first make the big move abroad, you’re likely to have your time taken up with a lot of tasks. There was the planning, the organising, the actual travel, and then the moving and settling in…But now what? Although you’re living in a foreign country, daily life is the…
According to the statistics, 14 million people consider themselves to be in long distance relationships. Often seen as the prelude to doomed romance, recent public opinion has been that long distance relationships can work out. So how can you cope with missing your spouse or partner? Living in different countries for a time…
When you are about to move to another country, to live as an expat, it’s easy to think only about the logistics of actually moving. However, once you have arrived you will need to start living your new life, and unfortunately, that still means paying for things! Becoming an expat…
We all seem to rely more and more on our cars to get us places. But when you first move to a new country, we think it’s better to use public transport wherever you can. It’s scary getting into the swing of things in an unfamiliar town and a foreign culture, but…
There’s always something to do when you’re moving abroad. Before you leave, while you’re travelling, and when you arrive. The list of things to remember seems endless! In the midst of all the excitement of moving, and then settling into your new surroundings, important details can be overlooked. Don’t get caught out…
There are lots of things to consider when choosing a country to move to. What’s the tax system like? How easy is it to travel? Can I comfortably retire there when I stop working? Alongside these questions, there are four areas that have a large effect on life in any…
If you’re unsure about where exactly you’d like to emigrate to, it can feel like a nightmare trying to decide. On the one hand, you might be inspired by a country’s culture and history; on the other hand, you might want hard facts about expenses. What makes a ‘best expat…