Global, GLOBAL Beyond the Glamorous Instagram Posts Like many first-time expats, you'll want more out of life than what you had at home. People often consider moving abroad...
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Bern, Switzerland Whether you’re a new driver or one of the country’s many cross-border workers, Switzerland’s geographic diversity can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. Ther...
Saudi Arabia’s laws on drugs and alcohol
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Sharia, or Islamic law, is strictly enforced in the Muslim country, and alcohol and drug offenses are considered crimes against God. This article looks at Sa...
Worldwide, Global The Relationship That Survived Distance When my partner and I decided to live in different cities for career reasons, everyone assumed our relationship was e...
Pretoria, South Africa For some couples, it doesn’t get much more romantic than a wedding in South Africa. With its diverse landscapes and vibrant culture, the country offers a wid...
Buying a car and registration in Switzerland
Expat Life Bern, Switzerland Switzerland has plenty of places where you can buy new or used cars. As such, you don’t necessarily have to import a vehicle if you plan to drive when you re...
Brussels, Belgium Whether you’re considering bringing along a furry family member when moving to Belgium or adopting one while living in the country, it’s essential to know th...
Brussels, Belgium When relocating to Belgium, one of the first things you’ll need to do in your new home is to connect the utilities. This includes getting connected to electr...
Global, Global In all areas of life, the world is getting smaller. Every year, families embark on the dream of a new life abroad. At the same time, long-distance relationsh...
Bern, Switzerland Whether you’re moving into a cozy apartment in Zurich’s historic center or relocating to the Swiss alps for some mountain air, one thing’s for certain: setti...
Doha, Qatar There are many reasons why people choose to live the expat life in the small Middle Eastern country of Qatar. From job opportunities and low taxes to enjoyin...
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Rather than relying on public transportation, most expats moving to Saudi Arabia prefer the freedom of having their own car. And it’s relatively easy to buy ...
Culture and social etiquette in Belgium
Expat Life Brussels, Belgium If you want to fit in and make friends in Belgium, you’ll have to know your reservedness from your rude behavior. Like everywhere else in the world, the coun...
The pros and cons of living in Switzerland
Expat Life Bern, Switzerland Moving to Switzerland opens up a world of opportunities, from pristine Alpine landscapes to exceptional public services. But like any international relocati...
Dating in Germany: finding love as an expat
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Berlin, Germany Dating in Germany is rarely love at first sight. Indeed, in a country where people take their time (and their commitments seriously), romance is more of a sl...
