Community Blogs

Bangkok, Global

• Sep 26

Southeast Asia: The Global Expat HubSoutheast Asia has transformed into a premier expatriate destination. Ancient temples, pristine beaches, thriving cities,...

The Expat Collective

Brussels, Belgium

• Sep 26

Whether you’re arriving in Antwerp or moving to Mons, you’ll probably be curious about what happens when you turn on your television or radio. Fortunately, B...

Sophie

Global, Global

• Sep 26

Whether you’re new to the job market, are looking for a side hustle, or are a keen entrepreneur with an eye on the world, there are plenty of reasons and opp...

The Expat Collective

Berlin, Germany

• Sep 25

After a busy work life, many pensioners look forward to a well-deserved retirement, but some worry about money. Understanding and accessing the German state ...

David Miller

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Sep 25

If you’re an expat moving to Saudi Arabia, the use of phones is wide-spread across the country, so setting up your phone is easy. What’s more, having your ow...

Fatima Hassan

Madrid, Spain

• Sep 25

Spain is a technologically savvy country so it’s no surprise that mobile banking has taken off among its population. With around eight out of 10 Spanish resi...

Emily Johnson

Canberra, Australia

• Sep 25

Moving to Australia is no easy feat. From selecting the right visa to apply for, through to planning your move, you have a lot to arrange. This guide on how ...

James O

Bern, Switzerland

• Sep 25

Yes, you read the title correctly. Believe it or not, Swiss wrestling is a thing. Despite their reputation for being gentle and reserved, the Swiss love to g...

Ingrid

Lisbon, Portugal

• Sep 24

The Portuguese tend to be quite attached to their families. In fact, outsiders may even observe that parents and grandparents appear to spoil and overprotect...

Vienna, Austria

• Sep 24

Although religion in Austria is completely separate from the state, the country maintains strong ties to the Catholic faith. However, the Austrian constituti...

viennalife

Berlin, Germany

• Sep 24

Germany's history is a tapestry of remarkable achievements, devastating conflicts, and inspiring transformation. From the Holy Roman Empire to modern reunifi...

David Miller

Global, GLOBAL

• Sep 24

Making Your First Days Count When you're ready to take the plunge and move to a new country, many things can cause anxiety during the first few days. You mig...

The Expat Collective

Singapore, Singapore

• Sep 24

Adjusting to a new culture can be challenging, especially when it comes to navigating attitudes and services related to sexual and reproductive health, which...

sglife

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Sep 23

Knowing which insurances are mandatory can be a challenge for newcomers to a country. Therefore, it’s important to research which insurance in Luxembourg res...

Thomas W

London, United Kingdom

• Sep 23

British cuisine is famous for its hearty comfort food, and the nation’s desserts are no exception. Indeed, there’s nothing like coming in from a rainy walk t...

Priya