Community Blogs

Brussels, Belgium

• Mar 23

Brussels bars showcase UNESCO-recognized beer culture with hundreds of Belgian varieties. Traditional bars serve beer in proper glassware. Prices: €3-5 pilsners, €4-15+ specialties.

Sophie

Berlin, Germany

• Mar 23

German life insurance costs €10-50/month for term coverage depending on age and health. Essential for dependents. Term life (Risikolebensversicherung) vs whole life options.

David Miller

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 22

13% of Dutch births occur at home, highest in developed world. Safe for low-risk pregnancies under midwife supervision. Transfers happen in 15-20% of first births.

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 22

The Switzerland of today might be known for its banking industry and favorable tax system, but the country’s wealth is actually rooted in innovation. Still, ...

Ingrid

Paris, France

• Mar 22

The Dordogne, in the southwest region of Aquitaine, has been attracting expats ­since the 1960s, not just vast numbers of les Anglais (hence the ‘Dordognesh...

olivia

Rome, Italy

• Mar 22

Italy uses color-coded recycling bins with strict sorting rules. Improper disposal fines: €25-500. Requires biodegradable bags for organic waste. Check local comune rules.

Marco R

Singapore, Singapore

• Mar 22

If you are an international resident or new citizen in Singapore, you may want your spouse or children to immigrate and live with you long-term. Your family mem...

sglife

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Mar 22

Call 112 for all emergencies in Luxembourg (police, ambulance, fire). English operators available. Healthcare covered by CNS insurance with 80-88% reimbursement.

Thomas W

Vienna, Austria

• Mar 21

Austria offers stunning destinations from Hallstatt's lakeside beauty to Vienna's imperial grandeur. Best visited spring-autumn. Moderate costs, excellent public transport.

viennalife

Global, Global

• Mar 21

CV vs resume depends on country: US prefers 1-2 page resumes, UK/Europe uses 2-3 page CVs. Photo requirements vary. Match format to target country expectations.

The Expat Collective

Global, Global

• Mar 21

Living abroad affects children through transience, educational gaps, language barriers, and identity challenges. Benefits include adaptability, multilingualism, global perspectives.

The Expat Collective

London, United Kingdom

• Mar 21

Only 20% of Britons live in the countryside despite 80% dreaming of it. Village life is warm, eccentric, centered on pubs and post offices. Expensive property.

Priya

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Mar 21

Dutch children start primary school at age 4, with compulsory education from 5. Eight-year cycle through multiple pedagogic approaches. Free state-funded education.

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 21

Renting an apartment in Poland typically costs 2,500-4,500 PLN/month for a 1-bedroom in Warsaw, with security deposits of 1-2 months rent and an additional monthly czynsz (maintenance fee) of 400-800 PLN separate from rent.

jamesmitchell

Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 21

Yes, foreigners can open Swiss bank accounts with proper documentation. Standard accounts cost CHF 5-15/month. Process takes 1-4 weeks. Easier to open in person.

Ingrid