Breaking the Erasmus bubble
Doing an Erasmus in Europe is quite possibly the most exciting, fun, valuable, and scariest thing you’ll do when you’re a student. It might be the first time you’ll live on your own without...
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Dos and don’ts of reverse culture shock
Culture shock is expected when moving to a new country, with different norms taking a while to get used to. But what happens when you’ve been away from home for a while? ‘Reverse culture...
Best and worst things about Warsaw
Having battled through two world wars, communist rule and severe persecution, Poland is a country with a fascinating history and culture, and home to some of the most resilient but friendly people you could...
Best and worst things about Amsterdam
Every city has its perks and flaws and Amsterdam is no exception. When a Dutchie says they’re from the Netherlands when they’re abroad, the first response they’ll get will 99.99% of the time be...
Best and worst things about Helsinki
Once in Finland, you might realize that not only the country, but also its people can be quite unusual sometimes. Here are certain facts about this country’s capital that will either make you love...
Breaking the law abroad
Abiding by the law in a foreign country can be a controversial topic. Is it right for an expat couple to be jailed for having sex outside of marriage in the UAE, for example?...
How to live like a local in the Netherlands
“Small frog country” is what us Dutchies call The Netherlands. Land of cheese, windmills, and Amsterdam… but that’s just an outsider’s perspective. Once you become a local, you won’t notice the tulips or the...
Expat parents: international or local schools?
A recent Expat Insider survey showed that 32% of expats choose to send their kids to an international school, while 31% choose a local public school and 21% a local private school. With expat...
How to have the perfect expat Christmas
Being far from home around the holidays can be tough, but there’s no need to throw in the bah humbug just yet. It can be the perfect opportunity to reinforce your relationships with the...
How to culturally adapt like a pro
When moving abroad, many expats often underestimate how much culture shock actually impacts upon their mental and physical health as this often means changing cultural practices, values and norms. You’re always going to meet those...
