Community Blogs

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 3

Polish people: hardworking, direct communication, family-centered, hospitable. Initially reserved but warm once you connect. Directness is honesty, not rudeness.

jamesmitchell

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 3

Switzerland is one of Europe’s most popular countries for expats, and it’s easy to see why. The compact nation is not only stunningly beautiful, but those who ...

Ingrid

Paris, France

• Mar 2

From the cute and quirky to the romantic and even risqué, some French terms of endearment convert perfectly to English, such as mon ange which means “my angel”....

olivia

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 2

Polish mythology: Perun (thunder god), Swaróg (fire deity), Veles (underworld god), Mokosh (fertility goddess). Pre-Christian beliefs before 966 AD. Influenced folk traditions, festivals, and modern Polish culture.

jamesmitchell

London, United Kingdom

• Mar 2

International schools in the UK are diverse and offer British and country-specific curriculums, religious-based, or alternative education. Furthermore, they pro...

Priya

Lisbon, Portugal

• Mar 2

Insurance is one of the main things to sort out when you move to a new country. Leaving valuable possessions and property open to risks such as theft or damage ...

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 2

Moving to Poland requires obtaining appropriate visas (non-EU), registering for PESEL at municipal offices, and securing NIP for self-employment-PESEL is essential for banking and rentals.

jamesmitchell

Lisbon, Portugal

• Mar 1

Portugal has an advanced banking system, with its main banks linked up to its national Multibanco system, enabling customers to perform a range of actions from ...

Vienna, Austria

• Mar 1

As an expat, international schools in Austria provide a good choice for education. Furthermore, they offer many advantages over local state schools. They provid...

viennalife

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 1

Poland mountains rival Alps: High Tatras reach 2,499m, Morskie Oko glacial lake, alpine routes. Carpathians offer gentler trails. Zakopane is gateway town.

jamesmitchell

Global, Global

• Mar 1

New York is repeatedly ranked as the most expensive city in the world. So where could you go to make your euro, or rupee or dinar, go further? We took the agg...

The Expat Collective

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 1

Polish folk costumes by region: Kraków (red + gold embroidery), Łowicz (bold geometric), Góralskie (black-white intricate). Each identifies origin, carries centuries of meaning.

jamesmitchell

Global, Global

• Mar 1

Britain’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) has implications for anyone traveling between the UK and any of the EU member states. It also impacts the si...

The Expat Collective

Rome, Italy

• Mar 1

With its majestic landscapes, vibrant culture, and unique customs, many internationals fall in love with Italy. The country offers a colorful way of life, from ...

Marco R

Tokyo, Japan

• Feb 28

According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), a Japanese passport is the most sought-after in the world as of 2023. No wonder many expats living permanently in J...

tokyolife