There can be numerous advantages to moving to another country, from better financial prospects to fleeing a crisis. While there are potential advantages, there are also plenty of challenges facing expatriates living in a new country. Overcoming these challenges is essential to achieving your initial goals and a higher quality of life, and these...

New York City is a popular destination for expats with many people finding career opportunities taking them to the Big Apple.  It can be a very different lifestyle to what people are used to.  Here we set out the biggest cultural shocks expats experience in New York City. New York City...

Louisiana is not just one of the most beautiful states in the US, but it’s also one of the most diverse. Most people know it for its mild climate, low taxes, and amazing scenery. However, the Bayou State has a lot more up its sleeve. Over the years, many expats have come here and...

New York City leaves nobody indifferent, and that’s a fact! Some would even say it’s the greatest place in the whole of America! What makes it unique is the distinctive vibe that each of its five boroughs has. From the ever-glorious Manhattan to the culturally diverse Queens, hip-hop-dominated Bronx, secluded Staten Island, all the way...

Being an expat and finding your footing in the US sounds exciting from afar, but this way of living comes with some challenges. However, once you get the hang of it and make peace with the fact that you need time to get used to some things, it’ll all go much more smoothly. Good...

Many people dream of moving to NYC. Unfortunately, for most of them, this dream never becomes a reality. However, if you’re one of the lucky few that will get to call the Big Apple their home, you have a lot to look forward to. But, you should also prepare well for what’s coming. Living in...

Phoenix also known as ‘Valley of the Sun’ is the capital of the southwestern U.S. state of Arizona. To live in Phoenix is such a great feeling, at least this is what all people there are claiming. It’s a bustling city in the middle of the desert and it does get hot sometimes up to...

America and its lifestyle is one of the most attractive places for people wanting to experience a new lifestyle outside their home country.  It is an enormous and diverse country and so which are the best cities in the US for expats and what do they offer? If you are a...

MoneyTransfers.com have created a list of the Top 20 blogs from UK expats giving their insight into life as an expat in various locations around the world.  Three of these blogs relate to living in the US.  Here we show which blogs made the list with a brief description of each.   ...

What are the top 3 states for expats in the US? As the fourth largest country in the world (by land area), it can be difficult for expats to choose where to live in the United States, especially if they really don’t know where to start. Deciding which location has the most to offer...

Housing around 4 million people, Los Angeles, or more popularly known as the City of Angels, is the third-largest city in the world. Also called the home of Hollywood, LA is a geographically vast and diverse playground of opportunity. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Victoria Berman of AvocadoPesto Because it is a melting pot...

People move out of state for various reasons – it could be for a higher paying job, better climate, a loved one, or someone who is just looking for a fresh start in life. In recent studies, 40 million American’s move between states at least once in a year. Moving to a new city can...