I have often been reluctant to speak about the benefits of the expat life because they seem so obvious. Discovering a new culture, speaking another language, experiencing the wonder of iconic … [Read more...]
December 31, 2016 by Leave a Comment
2016 – A Year In Expatland
As is now the tradition, in the last days of the year, I’m taking you on a journey: the story of an expat woman, Susan, through a compilation of all the articles published on the blog in … [Read more...]
October 4, 2016 by 2 Comments
Ageing Abroad – When The Past Bites Back
Ageing abroad is a series created to celebrate Seniors Week in Tasmania. It aims at underlining the challenges and rewards faced by people living abroad as they get older. All the individuals … [Read more...]
July 4, 2016 by 6 Comments
Six Disturbing Experiences When Going Back Home For A Holiday
It’s been a while since you've set foot in your home country but this year, you’re going back. For a holiday. Three weeks of jam packed program trying to optimize everything and please … [Read more...]
March 13, 2016 by 7 Comments
The Biggest Challenge of Repatriation – What You Thought You’d Never Need To Know
If you’re planning to go back to your home country after living abroad for any length of time, I bet you’re not madly skimming the Internet for information on how to make the most of your transition. … [Read more...]
December 28, 2015 by 6 Comments
2015 – A Year In Expatland
As is now the tradition, in the last days of the year, I'm taking you on a journey: the story of an expat woman, Lisa, through a compilation of all the articles published on the blog in … [Read more...]
November 24, 2015 by 8 Comments
Paris Attacks – 5 Contradictions You Face As An Expat When Terror Strikes In Your Home Country
For the second time this year, Paris is the scene of multiple terrorist attacks: 137 people lost their lives and 352 are severely wounded. The random killing of innocent people is wrong no matter … [Read more...]