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Start Over As An Expatriate

How To Start Over As An Expatriate After Paying One’s Debt To Society

So you’ve served your time and are ready for a fresh start. But how do you pursue a new beginning outside of your home country?  Stick around as we explore what it takes, from securing legal clearances to building a brighter future overseas. Understanding the Path to Freedom: Owning Your Past and Preparing for the...

navigating intercultural relationships

Expat’s Guide To Navigating Intercultural Relationships

In our rapidly globalizing world, the beauty of intercultural relationships shines brightly as individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds come together in the name of love and partnership. These partnerships offer an extraordinary chance for personal growth and a celebration of diversity. However, they also present their own set of challenges. Effective communication, mutual understanding, and...

5 Things To Do When Moving Abroad With Your Pets 

Moving abroad can be a stressful time, especially if you’re moving your whole family abroad, including children and pets! In most cases, unless you’re able to drive to your new home abroad, you’ll be travelling via aeroplane, and  so will your pets.  However, what must you do to ensure that your pets travel safely and in...

pet owners

The Best Places For Pet Owners To Live In Europe

The UK is a nation of pet lovers. In fact, 77% of households with children are pet owners. For many of us, life without our four-legged friends would be no kind of life at all. So, for those who fancy trying life abroad, where are the best, safest and healthiest cities and countries to move...

Reviews from local expats

Researching Life Abroad: Why Reviews From Local Expats Can Help

Moving abroad is an exciting adventure that captures the imagination. The lure of exotic new lands, fascinating cultures and a life less ordinary is tempting. Who hasn’t daydreamed about leaving routine behind for something new? However, transforming a dream into reality requires some careful research beforehand. Diving into life in a new country without truly...

Navigating Your Expatriate Journey: Excel And Google Sheets For Streamlined Planning

Moving to a new country requires comprehensive planning. Many times, expats face the daunting task of detailing their financial plans, arranging timelines, and managing a plethora of logistics. In this digital age, however, software tools like Excel and Google Sheets can drastically simplify this process, making your expatriate journey easier. In this article, we delve...

Stay In Touch With Family And Friends Back Home

5 Great Ways To Stay In Touch With Family And Friends Back Home When Working Abroad

Living, studying, or working abroad can be an exciting experience. You get to meet new friends, explore new worlds, learn new things, try different cuisines, network with people from different nationalities—what’s not to like? However, having these opportunities and life experiences come with new challenges. Most notably, you’ll have to deal with homesickness, which can...

expat guilt

Everything You Need To Know About Expat Guilt

Expat guilt is a peculiar beast. It creeps up when you least expect it, triggered by many circumstances that seem to taunt your decision to live beyond borders. It manifests as a heavy heart, an ache of longing, and an unwelcome companion that whispers in your ear, “Are you doing the right thing?” Whether you’re...

living abroad

First Time Living Abroad 15 Safety Tips That Can Help You

Moving to a new country means daily grappling with the unknown. Living abroad is a non-stop, 24/7 experience of brand-new surroundings, traffic, food, climate, and language. It can be exhausting but also one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. The better you prepare, the easier your transition will be. It’s important to be...

expat identity

The Expat Identity: Finding Your Own Path

Venturing into new lands, embracing unfamiliar cultures, and adapting to diverse work and lifestyles – the life of an expat is an intriguing blend of challenge and excitement. But while this unique journey brings immense personal growth and global perspectives, it also beckons to a question of identity. Who are you in this new space,...

Safe Vehicle Shipping

Master The Art Of Safe Vehicle Shipping: 8 Insider Tips For A Stress-Free Journey

Are you looking to ship a car, truck, motorcycle, or other vehicle? It’s an exciting time that can be filled with stress and worry. After all, it’s not every day you entrust your prized possession to the care of strangers. But don’t worry – with some helpful tips and tricks from experts in the field....

Hong Kong

Why Choose Hong Kong: A Thriving Hub For Travel, Work And New Beginnings

There is certainly no shortage of incredible cities and countries around the world, but what makes Hong Kong a particularly appealing place to go for travel, work, or perhaps even as a starting point for your own new beginning? Well, in order to uncover all that makes this island nation one of the most desirable...