Community Blogs

Worldwide, Global

• Oct 20

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...

The Expat Collective

Berlin, Germany

• Oct 20

For many avid cinema-goers, dealing with heavy-handed dubbed movies can take its toll. Furthermore, watching their favorite Hollywood stars, be it Robert De ...

David Miller

Madrid, Spain

• Oct 20

Given the substantial sums involved, international buyers need to carefully consider currency exchange and transfer fees. On transactions of this size, even ...

Emily Johnson

Bern, Switzerland

• Oct 19

In February you can start to feel Swiss carnival fever roll across the country. Carnival in Switzerland is a license for the normally well-behaved Swiss to l...

Ingrid

Singapore, Singapore

• Oct 19

Singapore’s history comprises a rich culture of influences, most notably from Malaysia, India, China, and the Global North. This melting pot might be most ev...

sglife

Lisbon, Portugal

• Oct 19

Women moving to Portugal will naturally want to have a good understanding of the country’s healthcare system and how to access it. However, this can be chall...

Madrid, Spain

• Oct 18

Spain has a sizable English-speaking expat community and there are many banks in Spain that cater to the needs of foreigners, with processes for opening and ...

Emily Johnson

Pretoria, South Africa

• Oct 18

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...

Bangkok, Thailand

• Oct 18

Many entrepreneurs dream of setting up an enterprise abroad. Thailand is a great location to run a business, but you’ll need the right idea and demonstrable ...

Global, GLOBAL

• Oct 18

The Multilingual Advantage in a Global World Gone are the days when speaking only one language was completely normal. Modern workplaces increasingly demand m...

The Expat Collective

Moscow, Russia

• Oct 18

After ten years in Moscow, I've helped numerous Finnish expat families navigate the Russian education system. Finding the right school for your children is o...

natasha

Bern, Switzerland

• Oct 18

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...

Ingrid

Tokyo, Japan

• Oct 17

With its rich culture, varied cuisine, and friendly people, it’s no surprise that Japan is a popular choice for expats and digital nomads looking to move abr...

tokyolife

Brussels, Belgium

• Oct 17

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...

Sophie

Rome, Italy

• Oct 17

Do you want to move to Italy but need help deciding which city? Consider Florence, often called Bella Firenze or Beautiful Florence, the capital of Tuscany....

Marco R