London, United Kingdom If you have a baby in the UK or move there with young children, then the cost and availability of childcare will be at the forefront of your mind. Most paren...
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Global, Global Watching foreign movies is a great way of getting an idea of what life is like in a particular country. Whether it’s a modern thriller or a period classic, t...
Doha, Qatar As an oil-producing nation in the middle of the Persian Gulf, Qatar isn’t the first country you’d imagine taking the train in. But despite its reputation as ...
10 ways to live sustainably in Germany
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Berlin, Germany When relocating to Germany, there are plenty of things to keep you busy while you set up your new life. However, ensuring that your expat lifestyle is eco-fr...
French public transportation
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Paris, France Understanding the local public transport system in a new country can be challenging, particularly if you don’t speak the French language. If you’re an expat ...
Lisbon, Portugal If you’re moving to Portugal, it’s important to understand the rules surrounding social security contributions and the protections you could be eligible for....
Garbage collection and recycling in Austria
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Vienna, Austria If you are an expat living in Austria, you’ll face all manner of small, everyday challenges in your life. For instance, setting up your home utilities and fi...
Italian culture and social etiquette
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Rome, Italy Italians have a reputation for being a passionate, expressive nation with norms and customs that may differ slightly from what you find elsewhere in Europe. ...
Tokyo, Japan Pet (ペット) laws and customs can vary enormously from country to country, which can be an issue if you’re relocating to another part of the world with a creatu...
Madrid, Spain Like many countries, Spain is a nation of pet lovers, which reflects in the cultural norms and regulations. Many families, including international households...
Global, GLOBAL Understanding the International School Experience Moving your family to live abroad represents a significant decision with both challenges and remarkable opp...
Enjoy living abroad: tips for being an expat
Expat Life Global, Global Spending time in a foreign country is an opportunity to reinvent yourself that rarely exists outside of a witness protection program. It’s a fresh chance to ...
Berlin, Germany For many, driving in Germany can be the ultimate experience after a Formula 1 track. With its top-notch safety rules, strict (but reasonable!) traffic violat...
Lisbon, Portugal Getting married in Portugal can look very different depending on the type of ceremony you choose to have. For a long time, church weddings were the norm, how...
Qatar’s laws on drugs and alcohol
Expat Life Doha, Qatar The international media has endlessly debated Qatar’s alcohol laws. Current regulations only allow residents to buy and consume alcohol with a permit, while ...
