The Intensive Dutch Course QuestionWhen I first arrived, everyone suggested I do an intensive course
It’s no secret that the French are mad about cheese
Every country has its own quirks and it can be useful to understand these as an expat
The Thai banking system can be bewildering to both newcomers and born-and-raised citizens
With the state of the world as it is, you may want to shut the curtains, take cover under a blanket, and watch reruns of La que se avecina. But, unfortunately, ...
Foreign nationals who want to visit or join a close family member living in Belgium can do so using the family reunification procedure. This procedure can be us...
Strict rules apply when driving in Germany, and you’re not allowed to drive a car without supervision unless you are over 18 – even if you have a license in you...
The UK remains a very popular place to look for work, especially in London – a booming national and international business hub. While competition can be intense...
Ask a soon-to-be expat what they’re going to do for work when they first arrive in their new country and at some point you’ll hear someone say the following: “I...
Yes, Dutch beer culture extends far beyond Heineken. The Netherlands has 600+ craft breweries producing world-class IPAs, bokbiers, and witbiers since 2010. Visit Brouwerij De Molen, Brouwerij 't IJ, and Kaapse Brouwers for exceptional tastings.
Thinking of buying a lakeside chalet or a modern apartment in Zurich? Unless you’re purchasing it outright, you’ll likely need a mortgage – and in Switzerland, ...
Why Dutch Words Are So Amusingly LiteralAfter six years here, I've concluded that Dutch people name everything exactly as they see it, consequences be damned. I...
With a great standard of living, low taxes, and an excellent healthcare system, Singapore is an attractive destination for pensioners and retirees. But if you’r...
Moving to Saudi Arabia means adjusting to a new culture, climate, and – unsurprisingly – an entirely different approach to taxes. But while many expats expect c...
Dutch expressions like "monkey out of the sleeve," "dog in the pot," and "unfortunately peanut butter" reveal Dutch culture through hilarious, untranslatable phrases.
