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coping with expat depression

7 Tips for Coping With Expat Depression

It is widespread for expats to lack the proper mental health care coverage abroad. Some locations even lack access to mental health professionals and institutions for everyone, not just expats. And even if you end up in a place where counseling is available, like a school in case you are studying abroad, it’s most likely only going...

Marbella’s Hotspots For Property Buyers

New Research Reveals Marbella’s Hotspots For Property Buyers

New research from Lucas Fox reveals the most attractive neighbourhood in Marbella is Nueva Andalucia, recording by far the most transactions in the Marbella region, with an increase in sales of 23% year on year. Nueva Andalucia offers some of the most stunning villas as well as many beautiful apartment complexes. This makes it a...

holiday home

Buyers Reveal Most Desirable Holiday Home Must-Haves

Prospective expats and holiday home owners have revealed the non-negotiable features in their dream property.  In a survey of over 1,500 home hunters conducted by overseas property consultants at YourOverseasHome, 71% of respondents stated that being within walking distance to shops and cafes was essential, while 68% needed a garden, and 54% wanted a good...

mental health

Top Destinations Around The World For Mental Health And Wellness

We all need a break from reality sometimes and there is no better way to achieve this than with a mental health and wellness retreat. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritising wellness has never been more important. And, as travel restrictions have been easing in many places, wellness travel has taken off like never before. This...

pet-nup

Moving Abroad? Why You Should Consider A Pet-Nup

If you’re moving abroad, there’s so much to consider – especially when it comes to relocating beloved pets. Rules and regulations vary when it comes to moving to different countries – for example, New Zealand doesn’t allow certain animals such as birds or reptiles. Quarantine periods vary and most countries require pets being brought over...

working from their European holiday homes

Half Of Overseas Owners Plan To Work From Their European Holiday Homes 

50% of people buying abroad are now considering working from their European holiday homes, new research reveals.   In a survey of nearly 600 home hunters conducted by overseas property experts Your Overseas Home, half of respondents said they may work from their holiday home once they’ve found their ideal property – proof that a home...

Adjusting to Life as a Distance Learner

Adjusting To Life As A Distance Learner

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many students to adapt to online learning. It’s an educational process that allows students to perform tasks without being physically present in a classroom. It offers many benefits such as the ability to study at your own pace and enjoy flexible expat education as you can attend classes from...

The Kyero European Overseas Property Market Tracker: Q2 2022

A quarterly overseas European property market tracker based on market leader Kyero.com user data. Updated quarterly, benchmarking three key areas; average asking price per overseas market (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal), numbers of properties for sale per country and consumer interest in each country. Key findings for Q2 Average asking prices for European properties remains...

workout routine

How To Stick With Your Workout Routine When You Are Always Traveling

Traveling can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a lot of work. Coordination rooms, planning routes, and packing can feel like a full-time job when you are frequently on the road (or in the air). That doesn’t even touch on what it can do to a fitness routine. Luckily, you don’t...

overseas property buying

Record-Breaking Year For European Overseas Property Buying

2022 is set to be record-breaking year for moving overseas, as ‘expat-preneurs’ search for property in the sun.  Kyero have seen an increase in buyer interest and have conducted a survey to identify the reasons people give for their overseas property buying. 2022 is set to be a record-breaking year for...

Moving Your Business Abroad

Essential Things To Consider When Moving Your Business Abroad

A company can decide to move to a different country for various reasons. The business owner might be moving themselves and want to take the business with them, or the potential financial benefits could simply make relocation an attractive prospect. Regardless of the motive, one thing is for certain – moving your business abroad...

How To Explain A Gap In Your CV

There can be many reasons why you have a gap in your CV and many try to hide the reasons feeling it will reduce their chances of getting the next job even if the gap was for a valid reason. How should you deal with the career break? Illness, accident, caring...