Community Blogs

Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 8

Reverse culture shock lasts 6-12 months: feel alienated from home, identity crisis between two cultures, family expects old you. Often harder than original culture shock.

James Crawford

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Playa del Carmen, Mexico

• Mar 8

Top Playa del Carmen: Fifth Avenue shopping/dining, pristine beaches, cenotes (Cenote Azul), Tulum ruins day trips, Cozumel/Isla Mujeres ferries. 3-5 days ideal for beaches, culture, and adventure.

Rachel Chen

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The Hague, Netherlands

• Mar 8

The Hague: International City by the SeaThe Hague is one of my favorite Dutch cities despite often being overlooked. It's home to the United Nations' Internatio...

James Van Der Berg

28

Europe

• Mar 8

The European Health Insurance Card – or EHIC – is a vital card for European citizens and residents traveling within any member country of the European Union (EU...

The Expat Collective

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Playa del Carmen, Mexico

• Mar 8

The Sunday tianguis in Playa del Carmen is a bustling open-air market in the Colosio neighborhood, centered on 10th Avenue between Calle 54 and 58. From 9 AM to 4 PM, find fresh fruit, clothing, tools, second-hand goods, and incredible street food at local prices. A complete guide to shopping like a regular.

Sofia Martinez

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Utrecht, Netherlands

• Mar 7

Discovering Utrecht's Hidden Gem Status When I first visited Utrecht three years ago, I expected a smaller, quieter version of Amsterdam. What I found instead w...

James Van Der Berg

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Washington, United States

• Mar 7

For day-to-day money management, you may want to choose between opening an account with a US bank, one of the big international providers, or a digital-only ser...

Diego Esperanza

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Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 7

Poland's greenest cities: Warsaw (Vistula parks + bike lanes), Wrocław (parks + Oder River), Kraków (Planty Park), Gdańsk (Baltic coast). Strong public transit and sustainability focus.

James Crawford

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Tokyo, Japan

• Mar 7

As an international, adjusting to a new culture and language can be challenging. Therefore, learning Japanese will be useful when negotiating your new life abro...

Sarah Tanaka

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Warsaw, Poland

• Mar 7

Polish stereotypes debunked: Poles aren't gloomy or unfriendly. Initial reserve reflects cultural boundaries. Warmth, humor, and hospitality emerge once you connect.

James Crawford

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Playa del Carmen, Mexico

• Mar 7

Discover Playa del Carmen's best local favorites: El Fogon taqueria (15-25 peso al pastor tacos), La Cueva del Chango (jungle garden restaurant), Calle 88 beach (fewer vendors), and Santanera mezcal bar - authentic places expats frequent beyond Fifth Avenue tourist traps.

Rachel Chen

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Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 7

You may need a Switzerland student visa if you want to enroll in further or higher education in Switzerland. This guide explains the key aspects of this visa...

Ingrid Vogler

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Berlin, Germany

• Mar 7

The German freelancer, or Freiberufler/Freiberuflerin, is a distinct type of worker. Not anyone can become one as it only applies to certain professions. Howeve...

David Miller

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Bern, Switzerland

• Mar 7

Pristine Switzerland’s largest city is synonymous with financial services, insurance, and a great quality of life. Zurich has all the entertainment and cultural...

Ingrid Vogler

43

Singapore, Singapore

• Mar 6

Living a sustainable lifestyle is an increasing priority for people around the world. However, many will find that their home country is not as eco-conscious as...

Kevin Lim

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