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If you have arrived at your expat destination without your vehicle, and your employer isn't providing a company car, you should research your options regarding your mode of transport. Owning a car may be the most convenient way of moving from A to B, especially if you have children, or you don't live in the city, but before you decide to buy a car abroad, keep in mind the following.

Whether you are a wholehearted urbanite, or you are about to move to a big city, here's a list of the top ten places in the world for a fulfilling city life. Time Out has surveyed 15,000 city-dwellers about the ways they have fun in their city, the cost of living, their lifestyle satisfaction, and the qualities of the people who surround them, and has composed a list of 32 inspiring cities. Expat.com is presenting to you the top ten most exciting cities to live in, where each day can be a new adventure.

A hefty salary doesn't necessarily mean that you can save a ton of money at the end of the month, or that you can afford big expenditure on leisure activities and luxury items. Cost of living has a direct impact on all of the above. Starting with the least expensive, we present to you America's ten most expensive metropolitan areas, where a six-figure annual salary for a family of three isn't enough for a comfortable lifestyle. After paying their taxes, debts, housing, and transportation, a family earning $100,000 a year is still struggling to get by in certain US cities.

Women's conditions around the world have always been a sensitive subject. In Saudi Arabia, women were only recently allowed to drive. In other parts of the world, many women  still suffer from brutal violence and discrimination. Women's struggles for their freedom and rights have evolved considerably since the 1940s when they had just acquired the right to vote and wear skirts. However, the path to equality and safety for women is still being paved and has a long way to go. Nowadays, a wave of feminist movement militates for women's causes. Covering topics such as health, discrimination, traditional values, patriarchy, sexual violence, and human trafficking, this article sheds light on the ten countries where the condition of women is very alarming.

Looking to launch an innovative startup overseas? Which are the most attractive countries for entrepreneurs and where are you more likely to thrive? To help you choose your next destination depending on opportunities available and support you will benefit from to set up your business, Expat.com gives you an insight into the world's most innovative countries according to the Global Innovation Index 2018.

Today, the number of women seeking new career prospects overseas is on the rise even though some are merely content with being the trailing spouse or stay-at-home mum. Which are the place and importance given to women in the global workforce and where are they more likely to enjoy the same rights and benefits as men? Expat.com gives you an insight into the Women in Work Index 2018 published by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

It's never easy to move abroad alone, leaving your friends and family behind, regardless of the reasons for your expatriation. Even though the idea might seem intimidating at first, being a solo expat has many benefits you perhaps have not even thought of. To help you get started, Expat.com lists some of the perks of being a solo expat.

Choosing your next destination, whether you're moving with your family or planning to have kids abroad, involves a lot of reflection. Children's rights and your responsibilities as parents; the environment; as well as access to education and healthcare are some of the criteria to be considered. Expat.com gives you an insight into the world's most child-friendly countries according to a study by KidsRights, an international NGO.  

Doing an internship abroad is often associated with some kind of stress regarding everything that's new, especially when you're moving for the first time in your life. However, adequate planning can turn this professional experience into one of the most amazing adventures of your life. To guide you, here are some tips for making your internship abroad a success.

Education and schooling will be one of your primary concerns if you're looking to move abroad with your family. Like most concerned parents, you're probably pondering on the benefits of international schooling for your children in your host country. International schooling more often than not, comes with a hefty cost. How far are you willing to invest in your children's education and how convinced are you that they will be able to adapt to the local education system? To help you choose wisely, here is an insight into international school fees around the world according to an ExpatFinder survey.

Moving abroad is usually motivated by the quest for better quality of life, new career prospects, whether you're looking to work or invest, including factors such as inclusion, innovation, etc. If you're looking to relocate to Europe, which is the best city depending on your project? To help you choose wisely, Expat.com gives you an insight into the best cities to live, work, or launch your startup according to the Dynamic Cities 2018 report published by Savills Investment Management.

Once you have settled abroad, whether alone or with your family, you might find yourself wondering how to spend your time. Is there a better feeling that reconnecting with nature to become a mindful expat and, at the same time, rid yourself of the stress that comes with moving? To help you discover and enjoy your host country's natural wealth, here is an overview of the world's greenest cities, including parks, gardens, woods, and forests, according to TravelBird Index 2018.

The world's economic superpowers such as the USA, Germany, China, and Japan are the first countries that will probably come to your mind if you're looking to boost your career overseas. However, have you thought about your chances of being hired abroad according to the skills in demand? To help you choose your next destination, Expat.com gives you an insight into current global recruitment trends according to a recent survey conducted by Manpower Group in 44 countries around the globe.

A lot of money is spent worldwide on purchases which accelerate one's self-confidence, appearance, and sense of superiority and prestige. According to the Bank of America Merrill Lynch report conducted a couple of years ago, vanity capital (or the money spent on beauty products and services) is estimated at about 4.5 trillion American dollars! How much attention does your expat destination pay to new shades of lipstick, anti-ageing creams, health supplements, and youth elixirs?

To understand how generations interact with one another, the Resolution Foundation, a British think tank, has convened an Intergenerational Commission. While generations share common living space — whether it is in the form of family or the broader society — the IC is studying how they can live better together, and how the younger population can be better off than their parents. Going beyond the unlucky timing of the global economic crisis, the side effects of which Millennials have felt the most, IC is trying to renew the social contract between generations.

Singapore regularly tops the list of the most expensive cities in the world. In 2023, it tied with Zurich in first place among the most expensive cities in the world, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The same year, a report by Mercer called Singapore the best city for expats in Asia. However, in recent years, Singapore has been experiencing a continuous exodus of expats. Even those who have called it home for a long time are starting to reconsider.

The tech world, already shaken in 2022-2023, is still in turmoil. As AI continues to develop, other sectors will come under the scrutiny of multinational corporations. What does this mean for aspiring expats? Should this be seen as a risk for international recruitment?

To stand out on the international job market and further strengthen the position of the European Union, the European Commission announced the creation of a European diploma. What does this mean for potential international students in Europe?