The exile files: infamous expats
Everyone always speaks of the high-life of being an expat. Deciding to pack up your belongings and embarking on a new adventure is great. It’s a decision we’re making based on our desire to...
Author: Mari Lopez
Foreign affairs: love without borders
Coming from a country where a man will stop you, and even feel offended, should you reach for your wallet at the end of a date, I was quite shocked when I was expected...
Strange laws around the world
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How foreign is your new currency?
So you’re moving abroad? Regardless of where your destination is, there is one thing you need to consider: currency. The exchange rate between your home country and your destination country can mean either a...
Woah-tels: beyond bed and comfort?
If you are anything like me, an avid expat traveler, then you know that part of the experience is where you stay. Whether you are a budget traveler or an all-luxury socialite, the world...
10 Polish meals I miss the most as an expat
Nothing beats a home cooked meal, especially if you’re feeling particularly homesick whilst living in a new country. Mastering the art of cooking these dishes and being able to replicate them in your new...
Learning the language of your new home
Moving abroad is not just about packing your belongings and settling in a new country. It is also about immersion and about starting a new life as locally as possible. That is why it...
Brace yourself: they are blinging healthy back
Anyone can understand the importance of proper and immediate medical attention, especially when you are unable to speak. Who would have thought that the solution to this could be as simple as wearing your...
