All you need to know about living in Vancouver as an expat: cost of living, how to find apartments, how to meet new people, and practical tips.
This is our list of the top 10 things that we miss from the United States while living in Portugal. We are foodies so most is food related!
Being an expat is amazing, but it's also really difficult. If you want to move abroad, check out what no one tells you about expat life.
Interview with an expat about what it's like to move to and live in Brussels, Belgium. An interesting insight into expat life in Brussels.
What is it like to move to and live in Aarhus? This interview shares both personal experiences & practical tips for anyone interested in life in Aarhus.
The Most Affordable Places to Retire in the World We've been doing some research and each year our list changes. Have a look and see if any of these retire abroad places will work for you. The are some of the most affordable places to retire in 2020. As you prepare to retire after decades
After 3 years in Spain's capital, living in Madrid has absolutely ruined me for life. Here's how Spanish culture has seduced, indulged and transformed me.
Are you an expat or do you want to become one? Not all expat locations are created equal. Read here about where the happiest expats live. #expats #expatlife
Qatar is a brilliant location for expats. Known as the “middle east for beginners”. You can enjoy the flavor the Arab culture with Western conveniences.
Living Abroad in Thailand: I talk about the time the 6 months I lived in Thailand along with cost of living, things to do, and more!
What is expat life in Singapore like? This interview about moving to and living in Singapore shares practical tips and personal experiences.
What is life in Vienna really like? Check out this interview with an expat about moving to and living in Vienna, Austria's beautiful capital city.
About Expat Living Singapore EXPAT LIVING magazine focusses on what’s happening for expats in Singapore, including travel, property, entertainment, arts and food.
What is the best city for expats? I asked travel bloggers share their best expat city is, and these are the cities they think are the best for expats!
I moved abroad 6 months ago now, but it honestly could be 6 years or 6 days. Time has moved so fast, but it's been really crazy and stressful and we've packed so much in,
An honest review of what it's really like living in Prague, from living in Prague pros and cons, to how much she pays in rent, how to get around, the best places to live in Prague, how to meet other expats, reasons you should consider moving to Prague, and more.
Diane has been living in France since 2012. Here, she shares about French style, cheek kisses, and the honest ups and downs of living in France as an expat.
Honest tips from an expat about moving to Lisbon, and thoughts on some of the challenges and rewards you can expect.
The truth is being at expat is hard. It's not for everyone and expat homesickness is a real thing. Here's my experience as a Brit in the USA.
All you need to know about living in Ljubljana as an expat: cost of living, how to find apartments, how to meet new people, and practical tips.
Coming home after living abroad isn't always easy. Many expats go through several stages of repatriation blues before adjusting. These tips can help.
Sharing tips about apartment living in Buenos Aires from the past 3 years as an expat living in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Advice on elevators, neighbors and building security while living in Buenos Aires!
Carmen shares her expat life in Qatar. Welcome to our Expat Life Interview Series where we interview different citizens on their expat experience.
What is it like to move to South Korea? This interview shares personal experiences and practical tips about life in South Korea as an expat.
As an American expat living in Strasbourg France, there are some things I wish I knew before moving and settling in Alsace...
The US is one of only two countries that mandates their citizens still pay taxes, even if they live abroad! Completing taxes for expats is complicated, confusing, and obscure. In this post you'll learn the what, why, and how of taxes for expats.
We are excited to welcome Hon. Pauline Truong to our Expat Life Interview Series. From Australia to the United States of America, let’s read her expat ... Read More
What is life in Alicante really like? Interview with an expat about moving to and living in Alicante, on Spain's Mediterranean coast.
What is it like to move to and live in Vilnius? This interview shares personal experiences and practical tips for moving to & living in Vilnius, Lithuania's capital.
Is moving to Italy the right decision for you? Discover what being an expat in Italy is like, the good and the bad, to find out your answer.
How does it feel to be an expat in Belgium? The country is known for its unique combination of beautiful countryside and magical small towns. So far
Many dream of moving abroad. Some seek out the experience, others an escape. Being an expat can be a worthwhile experience but it’s important not to fall victim to the ‘grass is greener’ fallacy.
An expat in Lisbon I’m James, a freelance writer who’s currently living in Lisbon. Where are you from? I’m originally from Ireland although I left home when I was 19, and moved to the UK
What is it like to move to and live in The Hague? This interview shares personal experiences & practical tips for anyone moving to The Hague.
As an expat, you’ll have so many different adventures and eye-opening moments that you’ll be bursting with excitement to tell your friends and family back home. But what happens when th…
As we reach the summer in the northern hemisphere, goodbyes return in full force. Expats leave to go back home or move to another 'home'. Parties are arranged. And everyone says goodbye. It is a sad time to be an expat. Saying goodbye is part of our life and an important step into the expat experience. When we moved to Germany, we had a big party with all of our colleagues and friends. When I left France, I never said goodbye to anyone because it was only meant to be temporary. I feel as though those missed goodbyes when I left France have cost me a few friends and I have always regretted not having kept more in touch with some of them. After 13 years in the U.K., we decided to uproot as a family of 3 with a one-year-old and move to Germany for a new job, new language, new experiences and a whole new life with easier travel access to our respective families in Europe. My husband I both had respective leaving parties at work with lots of tears (on my side anyway), gifts, and quality time with work colleagues who had seen us grow professionally from students to working and *hum* responsible adults. We had another leaving party with friends: colleagues, former university student friends, and friends we made as a family. It was a joyous Sunday afternoon with a traditional English cake and lots of memories and souvenirs from our time in Newcastle. Adults and children who had been important to us in some way during our years there reminisced with us. The hardest part, for me, was actually the little leaving party LJ's nursery had for her. She had only been there for a few months but she was so well taken care of there while we both worked full-time. Staff and children alike wrote really sweet messages in her diary and gave her a little photo album with pictures and drawings. Her key worker and I both tear up on her last pick up (2 days before we physically left). We had loved that nursery and I didn't know what the future would hold for LJ and myself. Of course, the 14 months old that she was had no idea what was going on. We stayed another two days with friends as we had handed over our house and flew away on a Sunday to a new life. We felt sad but excited and convinced some of these friends and colleagues would come and visit (and they have ;-)). When I left France (13 years earlier), I left to go and live in the UK for 9 months as an exchange student. (Have you seen L'Auberge Espagnole? That was it in a nutshell.) There were no goodbyes with university friends or family as I was meant to come back (although deep down my family knew it might turn into a life abroad). None of my friends were on Facebook and we barely had emails then (I sound so old). So keeping in touch was more tricky. I had also only spent two years as a student in France and my introverted self had not had time to make real life-long friends. As a (direct or indirect) consequence, I have very few real friends left from my time at university in France. Sometimes I feel a little sad about it. I have amazing friends from all corners of the world but only a handful left in France, my "home". Maybe this is also why going "home" is so tough. Saying goodbye is necessary to move forward. It provides closure. I regret never having a proper send off first time around. I will make sure our next goodbyes are as great as the second ones. They will be even more tricky with two children who will be a lot more aware of the situation by then. N.B. I am talking hypothetically here. We have no plans of leaving Germany.... for now. What about you? Do you regret not saying goodbye to anyone?
The Most Affordable Places to Retire in the World We've been doing some research and each year our list changes. Have a look and see if any of these retire abroad places will work for you. The are some of the most affordable places to retire in 2020. As you prepare to retire after decades
Are you considering moving abroad? Instead of learning everything the hard way, make your life a little easier with this advice from a longtime expat.
What is living in the Algarve like? This interview shares personal experiences & practical tips for moving to and living in Lagos, Portugal.
But should you move to Ireland? There are many pros and cons but as an expat living in Ireland I will give you my honest opinion about the pros and cons of moving to Ireland!
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. I’ve noticed that the more I travel and the busier I become, the more impossible it becomes to keep up with my travels in real-time. Well, never fear monthly recap posts are here! Thanks to Raphael of Journey Wonders for all the awesome Temple of Heaven and Great Wall shots of me! What I was up to this month This month had so much packed in, I don't even know where to start! Firstly, I had a long weekend for the Mid-Autumn Festival, where I hosted another blogger in
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of moving abroad, and you definitely should! You’ve made the decision to move abroad, you’ve packed up your belongings, taken the leap and arrived at your new home away. You should be patting yourself on the back for taking a chance on one of the best ...
Diane has been living in France since 2012. Here, she shares about French style, cheek kisses, and the honest ups and downs of living in France as an expat.
Moving to Scotland on a working holiday visa? There are a lot of jobs in Scotland for foreigners and expats. Temporary jobs, jobs with accommodation & more.
Are you thinking about moving to Spain? Find out why expats loving living in Madrid and if it could be a great home abroad for you, too.
Living in Croatia as an expat is a great lifetime experience. With a sparkling sea, historic towns, incredible food, and an enviable lifestyle, Croatia makes a great choice for anyone wanting to experience life in
An honest review of what it's really like living in Prague, from living in Prague pros and cons, to how much she pays in rent, how to get around, the best places to live in Prague, how to meet other expats, reasons you should consider moving to Prague, and more.
Valencia, a beautiful Mediterranean city with a growing number of expats & digital nomads. But what is it really like to move to & live in Valencia?
Are you moving to the UK? Congratulations, hope you’ll love it here! In this post, I’ll tell you about things you should do upon your arrival to the UK.
