Learning in Europe is an amazing experience. Students often arrange weekend trips to the most famous cities such as Paris, Rome, or Amsterdam. While these cities are amazing, the real adventure lies off the beaten track. Europe is awash with hidden towns, stunning coastlines, and historical gems that many travelers completely overlook. A visit to...

Portugal is becoming a popular destination for retirees and digital nomads. ExpatNetwork spoke with Kathleen Lo, co-founder of Bordr, who support people moving to Portugal, about her experience moving to Portugal from the US as a location-independent entrepreneur. Why did you decide to move to Portugal? My husband and I had...

Whatever reason you have for taking the plunge and moving abroad, there’s a lot of planning that goes into it. One of the most important things you should arrange before you make the big move is where you are going to live. But, how does renting accommodation in Portugal compare to your home country? Written...

Portugal offers a wonderful climate, welcoming culture and lifestyle and can be a great place to work for a time.  There are a range of options depending on where you are in your career and what you are looking for.  In this article we look at the issues around finding a job and working in...

We are pleased to introduce you to Regency FX, our forex and international payments partner.  They are able to assist you in all your requirements for all aspects of managing your foreign exchange risks and international payment requirements.  Here they outline the assistance they can provide when you are buying a property abroad. Regency FX...

International health insurance specialists at William Russell are urging expats to familarise themselves with upcoming changes to claiming their state pension and the price of voluntary contributions while overseas. Here are the changes coming into effect in April. Key changes: Sharp rise in voluntary contributions: Until now, retirees living abroad have been able to make...

Lisbon has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past five years. What was once Europe’s best-kept secret has become the continent’s most sought-after destination for international buyers seeking the perfect blend of lifestyle, culture, and genuine value. Yet this very popularity has created a new challenge: navigating a market that has matured far beyond the...

Make sure you get quotes from three potential removal companies. Then you will need to evaluate them and make a choice. Price will clearly be a factor, but you should decide what is important to you and ensure that you take these into account and avoid choosing the cheapest and then incur more cost down...

If your dream is to open a restaurant, but you haven’t quite found the perfect opportunity to do so, starting one in a new country may be the right option for you. Opening a restaurant in a completely different country is a little more involved than opening one locally, but it can be an incredibly...

Adjusting to a new cultural or learning environment can be exciting but also challenging for a child. Whether the change involves moving to a new country, starting at a different school, joining a bilingual program, or transitioning to a new educational system, children often need intentional support to adapt and thrive. Understanding their needs and...

Moving to a new country brings opportunity discovery and excitement, but it also introduces social challenges that many expats underestimate. New surroundings, unfamiliar customs, and distance from loved ones can make even confident people feel isolated at first. While adjusting takes time, building a strong social foundation early can significantly improve both emotional well-being and...

Choosing the right healthcare insurance policy can make a real difference to how successfully you start your journey abroad – or whether you start it at all. For expats, it’s as important as picking the right country: health insurance varies depending on many factors (location, lifestyle, family size, etc.), and individual needs differ – students,...