#expat-life
#expat-life

I moved from the US to Thailand. I never felt so supported as a mom.

Moving to Thailand transformed my parenting experience through community support, contrasting my solitude as a young mom in the Bay Area.

London food

I'm a Christian woman who moved from the UK to Saudi Arabia. It's improved my mental health and quality of life.

fromHiP Paris Blog

Paris food

Moving to Paris: The Reality Behind the Dream

London politics

Americans Who Moved Abroad Are Sharing Whether Or Not It Was Worth It

NYC parents

We spent 11 years moving around Europe for my husband's job. It never felt like home, and I'm glad we're back in the US.

Parenting

My family moved from a big US city to a small town in Southern Italy 11 years ago. Living here looked better on paper.

Parenting

I moved from the US to Thailand. I never felt so supported as a mom.

Moving to Thailand transformed my parenting experience through community support, contrasting my solitude as a young mom in the Bay Area.

London food

I'm a Christian woman who moved from the UK to Saudi Arabia. It's improved my mental health and quality of life.

fromHiP Paris Blog

Paris food

Moving to Paris: The Reality Behind the Dream

London politics

Americans Who Moved Abroad Are Sharing Whether Or Not It Was Worth It

NYC parents

We spent 11 years moving around Europe for my husband's job. It never felt like home, and I'm glad we're back in the US.

Parenting

My family moved from a big US city to a small town in Southern Italy 11 years ago. Living here looked better on paper.

more#cultural-adjustment

fromThe Good Life France

Get help with your French Administration requirements - The Good Life France

One of the first issues for non EU-citizens, including Americans, coming here is that they need a visa to stay longer than 90 days, and the choice can be bewildering!

Canada news

#bureaucracy

France politics

OPINION: Give up the search for loopholes - French bureaucracy always wins

Travel

10 Things No One Tells You About Living In Portugal

France politics

OPINION: Give up the search for loopholes - French bureaucracy always wins

Travel

10 Things No One Tells You About Living In Portugal

more#bureaucracy

#affordable-living

20 Top Cities Where You Can Live Comfortably For Under $2,000 A Month

Affordable global destinations allow a high quality of life on a $2,000 monthly budget.

Remote workers are increasingly seeking value-rich cities for comfortable living.

Europe politics

12 Best Cities For Living In Europe For Less Than $1500 USD Per Month

fromSFGATE

France news

'I Moved to France for a Cheaper Retirement-Here's What I Didn't Expect'

Travel

10 Top Cities Where You Can Live Comfortably For Under $2,000 A Month

Travel

15 Best Countries For American Expats To Escape To This 2025

fromKiplinger

Retirement

Retire in Costa Rica for Expat Heaven

20 Top Cities Where You Can Live Comfortably For Under $2,000 A Month

Affordable global destinations allow a high quality of life on a $2,000 monthly budget.

Remote workers are increasingly seeking value-rich cities for comfortable living.

Europe politics

12 Best Cities For Living In Europe For Less Than $1500 USD Per Month

fromSFGATE

France news

'I Moved to France for a Cheaper Retirement-Here's What I Didn't Expect'

Travel

10 Top Cities Where You Can Live Comfortably For Under $2,000 A Month

Travel

15 Best Countries For American Expats To Escape To This 2025

fromKiplinger

Retirement

Retire in Costa Rica for Expat Heaven

more#affordable-living

fromWorld Wild Schooling

4 weeks ago

12 Beautiful Places in the Caribbean Where You Can Live for Less Than $1,000 a Month

Imagine waking up to the sound of waves gently lapping the shore, enjoying fresh tropical fruits for breakfast, and spending your days exploring lush landscapes—all for $1,000.

Travel

Her mom immigrated to the US. After grad school, she did the opposite - and left California for Thailand

Katherine Phillips' move to Chiang Mai improved her mental health and reduced burnout.

Retirement

I moved from New York to Portugal, quit my job, and took a year off. I now have a healthier relationship with work.

Embracing a slower lifestyle in Lisbon allowed for personal recovery and growth after burnout from a demanding career.

Travel

9 Dreamy Destinations In 2025 Where You Can Get A Visa As A Digital Nomad

France politics

What do you risk if you work remotely from France without the correct visa?

Remote teams

I'm an American living in Mexico. Since Trump's election, I've been met with more curiosity and confusion.

Europe politics

8 Emerging European Countries Offering Surprisingly Easy Residency

Her mom immigrated to the US. After grad school, she did the opposite - and left California for Thailand

Katherine Phillips' move to Chiang Mai improved her mental health and reduced burnout.

Retirement

I moved from New York to Portugal, quit my job, and took a year off. I now have a healthier relationship with work.

Embracing a slower lifestyle in Lisbon allowed for personal recovery and growth after burnout from a demanding career.

Travel

9 Dreamy Destinations In 2025 Where You Can Get A Visa As A Digital Nomad

France politics

What do you risk if you work remotely from France without the correct visa?

Remote teams

I'm an American living in Mexico. Since Trump's election, I've been met with more curiosity and confusion.

Europe politics

8 Emerging European Countries Offering Surprisingly Easy Residency

Parenting

My family and I moved from California to Italy. Living here has made me a better mom.

Parenting

I'm raising my family in Thailand and feel less pressure to be a perfect mom

Parenting

I'm an American mom in Italy. When I couldn't help my daughter with her homework, I realized how isolated I felt.

London

We moved to Sweden for my wife's job. The country feels designed to help new parents succeed, but winters can be brutal.

Germany politics

The things they don't tell you about raising kids in Germany

Parenting

My family and I moved from California to Italy. Living here has made me a better mom.

Parenting

I'm raising my family in Thailand and feel less pressure to be a perfect mom

Parenting

I'm an American mom in Italy. When I couldn't help my daughter with her homework, I realized how isolated I felt.

London

We moved to Sweden for my wife's job. The country feels designed to help new parents succeed, but winters can be brutal.

Germany politics

The things they don't tell you about raising kids in Germany

more#parenting

#cultural-differences

London food

I'm an American who moved to the UK 5 years ago. Here are 9 things I wish I'd known before living abroad.

UK news

I'm an American living in the UK. I didn't expect grocery shopping to be filled with so many surprises.

London politics

A moment that changed me: I thought I'd never fit in in rural France until a revelation at the boulangerie

London food

I'm an American who moved to the UK 5 years ago. Here are 9 things I wish I'd known before living abroad.

UK news

I'm an American living in the UK. I didn't expect grocery shopping to be filled with so many surprises.

more#cultural-differences

London politics

A moment that changed me: I thought I'd never fit in in rural France until a revelation at the boulangerie

#dubai

fromInsideHook

Bicycling

Dubai Becomes a Different Destination When You Go on Bike

Miscellaneous

Many expats move to Dubai for sun and luxury - then work more than nearly anyone in the world

fromInsideHook

Bicycling

Dubai Becomes a Different Destination When You Go on Bike

Miscellaneous

Many expats move to Dubai for sun and luxury - then work more than nearly anyone in the world

more#dubai

#travel

fromWorld Wild Schooling

12 Beautiful and Affordable Places to Live in the Caribbean for Under $1,000

You can live comfortably in these Caribbean destinations on just $1,000 a month.

Parenting

I live in the UK and my parents are in Australia. It's hard to care for them as they age, but I'm not uprooting my family.

London startup

A former flight attendant found unexpected peace in Bangkok. She left the Midwest to move there alone.

Miscellaneous

We retired early and moved to Ecuador. The cost of living and healthcare are more affordable, but there are challenges.

London startup

She quit her 9-to-5 to chase adventure. After years of living out of a suitcase, one Thai island finally felt like home.

fromWorld Wild Schooling

12 Beautiful and Affordable Places to Live in the Caribbean for Under $1,000

You can live comfortably in these Caribbean destinations on just $1,000 a month.

Parenting

I live in the UK and my parents are in Australia. It's hard to care for them as they age, but I'm not uprooting my family.

London startup

A former flight attendant found unexpected peace in Bangkok. She left the Midwest to move there alone.

Miscellaneous

We retired early and moved to Ecuador. The cost of living and healthcare are more affordable, but there are challenges.

London startup

She quit her 9-to-5 to chase adventure. After years of living out of a suitcase, one Thai island finally felt like home.

more#travel

#friendliness

Germany news

Five German cities ranked among the 'unfriendliest in the world'

Germany news

'No curiosity from locals': Is Munich really an unfriendly city for foreigners?

Germany news

Five German cities ranked among the 'unfriendliest in the world'

Germany news

'No curiosity from locals': Is Munich really an unfriendly city for foreigners?

more#friendliness

fromFoodie in Barcelona

7 months ago

Hiu Restaurant, South East Asian Fusion, Cambrils - Foodie in Barcelona

The culinary concoction at Hiu is nothing short of brilliant, as it turns the spotlight entirely on the sea bass, showcasing its delicacy in a way rarely experienced.

Madrid food

How To Travel Full-Time Without Going Broke

Living abroad can be more cost-effective than in the U.S., especially when diversifying income streams as a digital nomad.

Berlin food

20 Cheapest Beach Cities To Live In The World

fromAol

How To Travel Full-Time Without Going Broke

Living abroad can be more cost-effective than in the U.S., especially when diversifying income streams as a digital nomad.

Berlin food

20 Cheapest Beach Cities To Live In The World

more#affordable-travel

#living-abroad

fromwww.cnbc.com

European startups

I've helped hundreds of Americans move abroadhere are 5 of the most welcoming countries in Europe

Healthcare

Escape The U.S. Grind: 13 Affordable Expat Destinations With Great Healthcare And Easy Visa

fromwww.cnbc.com

European startups

I've helped hundreds of Americans move abroadhere are 5 of the most welcoming countries in Europe

Healthcare

Escape The U.S. Grind: 13 Affordable Expat Destinations With Great Healthcare And Easy Visa

Podcast

Produce Your Podcast Launch The Expat Experience - Podcaster News

fromNew York Post

Silicon Valley real estate

A California man bought a house in rural Italy for 1 specific reason: 'I didn't want to be anywhere near a McDonald's or Starbucks'

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Chicago

He moved from California to rural Italy because he didn't want to be anywhere near a McDonald's or Starbucks'

fromPodcaster News

Podcast

Produce Your Podcast Launch The Expat Experience - Podcaster News

fromNew York Post

Silicon Valley real estate

A California man bought a house in rural Italy for 1 specific reason: 'I didn't want to be anywhere near a McDonald's or Starbucks'

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Chicago

He moved from California to rural Italy because he didn't want to be anywhere near a McDonald's or Starbucks'

Tell us: Have you recently moved from the US to France?

Many Americans are exploring relocation to France due to political dissatisfaction or personal dreams.

The process of moving from the US to France involves more complexities than anticipated.

Retirement

She'd dreamed of retiring in Malaysia for years. At 58, she packed up her life in New Zealand and went for it.

Silicon Valley real estate

A Gen Xer left California to start a business in a retiree hot spot in Mexico. His only regret is that he didn't do it sooner.

France politics

Tell us: Have you recently moved from the US to France?

Many Americans are exploring relocation to France due to political dissatisfaction or personal dreams.

The process of moving from the US to France involves more complexities than anticipated.

Retirement

She'd dreamed of retiring in Malaysia for years. At 58, she packed up her life in New Zealand and went for it.

Silicon Valley real estate

A Gen Xer left California to start a business in a retiree hot spot in Mexico. His only regret is that he didn't do it sooner.

more#relocation

fromSFGATE

'I'm a Snowbird Who Earns Thousands by Renting Out My Home in Alaska-While I Bask in the Sun in Asia'

"During my working career in Alaska, I never really enjoyed my winters. I just got through them. Now, I totally love my winters."

Retirement

#cultural-adaptation

Miscellaneous

19 Americans Who Got Citizenship Abroad Are Sharing Exactly How (And Why) They Did It

Chicago

I moved to Shanghai from the Midwest 10 years ago. I struggle to relate to friends back home.

fromConde Nast Traveler

Miscellaneous

Why I Moved: How One Year in Lisbon Turned into Eight

Miscellaneous

19 Americans Who Got Citizenship Abroad Are Sharing Exactly How (And Why) They Did It

Chicago

I moved to Shanghai from the Midwest 10 years ago. I struggle to relate to friends back home.

fromConde Nast Traveler

Miscellaneous

Why I Moved: How One Year in Lisbon Turned into Eight

more#cultural-adaptation

fromNew York Post

Uber Eats customer makes mistake order - sending food 9,600 miles away to Ireland

"I was absolutely gutted," Oisin Lenehan, 29, told Jam Press while recounting the international meal mixup.

London food

#loneliness

Travel

I moved overseas by myself and I'm desperately lonely. Did I make the right decision? | Leading questions

Moving abroad can lead to unexpected loneliness, highlighting the challenges of building connections in a new environment.

Barcelona

I'm an American who moved to Barcelona. I would've left after a few months if I hadn't fallen in love.

Falling in love helped me overcome loneliness after moving to Europe during the pandemic.

Adjusting to life in a new country can be challenging, especially during difficult circumstances.

I moved overseas by myself and I'm desperately lonely. Did I make the right decision? | Leading questions

Moving abroad can lead to unexpected loneliness, highlighting the challenges of building connections in a new environment.

Barcelona

I'm an American who moved to Barcelona. I would've left after a few months if I hadn't fallen in love.

Falling in love helped me overcome loneliness after moving to Europe during the pandemic.

Adjusting to life in a new country can be challenging, especially during difficult circumstances.

more#loneliness

fromwww.thelocal.ch

3 years ago

Can you find a job in Zurich if you don't speak German?

Many official communications from the cantonal government are made in English, indicating the city's growing international presence and accessibility for non-German speakers.

Germany news

18 Celebs Who Said, "Bye, America!" And Packed Their Bags For A New Home Abroad

I'm here in Ireland, and it's beautiful and warm - not physically, it's actually quite cold. Moved here... and it's been pretty wonderful... I'm in the process of getting my Irish citizenship... I was never someone who thought I would move to another country, that's what I decided would be the best for myself and my 12-year-old child.

Los Angeles

France news

fromThe Good Life France

French residency permits - what you need to know - The Good Life France

Moving to France requires obtaining the correct residency card and navigating complex visa and residency permit processes.

London startup

fromKqed

'All the Other Mothers Hate Me' Is a Breezy Read from Sarah Harman

The story follows Florence Grimes, an ex-journalist turned amateur detective in a light-hearted mystery about her son's missing schoolmate.

London startup

I moved back home after being an expat in Hong Kong for 7 years. It feels like starting from scratch.

Hannah Ho reflects on her emotional journey of moving from Hong Kong back to the UK, recognizing the deep impact of expat life on her personal growth.

fromBusiness Matters

A Detailed Guide on Making Safe Money Transfers to Fiji in 2025

Money transfer services, such as wire transfers, require security measures like multi-factor authentication and encryption to protect your personal information.

Cryptocurrency

Germany news