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Moving abroad is a life-changing experience, especially if you are a child! There’s plenty to organise and remember once you’ve decided to move abroad. But if you’re a parent, it’s not just your needs that have to be taken into consideration. It’s important to prepare your child for the big…
Countries around the world have varying expatriation rates, but what if all the Chinese expats around the world decided to hold a reunion in one of their country’s most famous landmarks? This thought intrigued us, so we took expats from around the world to see if we can fit them…
No one likes admitting it, but being an expat can be difficult sometimes. Even after you make new friends and get used to your new location, there will still be days where it’s hard to keep going. Being far away from your family and friends back home is tricky, as…
There is nothing quite like the feeling of spinning a globe and deciding which country you would like to live in next. Being an expat comes with a certain feeling of freedom but there also comes the burden of choice. With so many countries in the world, how do you…
If you’ve lived the expat life you’re probably quite familiar with the dissociative feeling of culture shock; you may have felt out of place, overwhelmed by stimuli or frankly just wanting to find somewhere quiet to lay down and recover from the jet lag. Some of the most common psychological…
When it comes to moving abroad, many prospective expats consider quality of life as the defining metric by which they choose their future home. Others will choose low cost of living, allowing their budget to stretch further. Business-minded expats may even choose a destination for its tax benefits, though when…
Moving abroad is an expensive endeavour no matter where you decide to go; from freight shipping to transferring money abroad, they all carry with them hidden costs, charges and overall, general black holes for your money. With all these potential financial pitfalls, you may well be slightly put off the…
If you’ve decided that you want to move abroad, but aren’t sure where to, there are many factors you may consider before relocating. Which country has the best quality of life? What language do they speak? And the all-important: what is the local cuisine like? One factor that may be vital…
The experience of an expat often starts positively; a fresh start, a new culture and a brand-new set of challenges that await. For a trailing spouse, however, the expectations of expat life can quickly fall short and many report feeling bored and frustrated at the lack of opportunity. Thankfully, an internet connection is all one…
Living overseas is an amazing experience but it can also be an expensive adventure if you’re not careful. We have some helpful tips and ideas which can help you not go bankrupt when living in a foreign country. Ready? Then let’s begin… Set a budget and stick to it No…