Expat interviews
China
Diya comes from Louisiana. Volunteer and writer, she moved to Qingdao, China, in 2015 following her stay in Indonesia. Nowadays, she keeps herself busy teaching in poor schools on a voluntary basis.
Bulgaria
English expat, Tracey moved permanently to rural Bulgaria with her partner Paul in March 2012. Nowadays, they keep themselves busy renovating their property and taking care of their garden and animals.
Australia
Chandan comes from India. He moved to Adelaide two years ago following a job opportunity. Chandan particularly enjoys photography and joining meet up groups.
Austria
US expat, KC has spent several years in Vienna before moving back to her home country. Nowadays, she lives and works in a management position in Vienna. She particularly enjoys the quality of life, cultural events and green spaces.
Scotland
Mel comes from Queensland, Australia. During a holiday visit to Edinburgh, she fell in love with the city. She decided to make it her home five years ago.
France
Mark comes from New Zealand. Following his stay in the Czech Republic, he moved to Grenoble in July 2015. Freelance English teacher, he particularly enjoys exploring the surroundings.
Netherlands
Stuart is originally from England. He accidentally landed in the Netherlands in 2001 following a job offer. He now lives in Friesland with his Dutch wife and daughter.
Italy
Debra comes from Brisbane. She moved to Bagni di Lucca twelve years ago with her husband. Former fashion designer, she now enjoys the Italian climate and working in her garden.
Germany
Passionate about soccer, Jackie left California, her home city, five years ago for Germany. She now lives in Erfurt with her boyfriend, who also plays soccer, and his two cats.
Morocco
British expat, Lynn moved to Essaouira more than three years ago to be with her Moroccan partner. Freelance author and travel writer, she particularly enjoys the sun, the beach and the relaxed pace of life in the country.
Ecuador
US national, CC used to work in the media and casino gaming. In June 2013, he relocated in Quito as a real estate investor. He particularly enjoys the local weather, gardens and parks.
China
Californian expat, Irai settled in China in 2007. She opted for a change in her life and seized a job opportunity. She now lives in Changchun, where she enjoys teaching English.
China
Laurence originally comes from Canada. Basketball coach, he has stayed in several countries before moving to China 12 years ago. He now lives in Chongqing with his Chinese wife.
Australia
Rosy comes from South Africa. She moved to Melbourne six months ago with her husband. She is a dietitian and is currently involved in the sales of medical equipment.
South Africa
Agnieszka comes from Poland. She moved to Johannesburg 8 years ago following a job offer. She particularly enjoys the outdoor scene, green spaces, restaurants and the weather.
New Zealand
Kimberly and Tyler left Southern California for Tauranga three months ago with a Working Holiday Visa (WHV). The particularly like the beaches in the area and the proximity with Auckland.
Belgium
Kerry-Ann comes from Mauritius. She moved to Leuven more than six months ago following her postgraduate studies to be with her boyfriend. She particularly enjoys biking and exploring the city.
Seychelles
Corina comes from Switzerland. She settled in Praslin seven months ago with her Seychellois boyfriend. Corina particularly appreciates the beauty of nature and beaches and the local relaxed lifestyle.
Other Types
Work
Nurses and doctors, technology professionals, skilled manual workers—these are some professions that have experienced global labor shortages in recent years. In many countries, elementary and high school public teachers are also increasingly in demand. Because of the difficulty in hiring or retaining local teachers, schools are turning to the recruitment and even training of expat teachers.
Everyday life
These associations act as a crucial link between your home country and your new country, and they have proved their utility. Although their services are well-known to beneficiaries, what does it mean to volunteer in such an association? What are the benefits of volunteering as an expat, and how does one get started?
Hong Kong
In early 2024, the Prime Video streaming platform debuted “Expats", a drama series based on the book by Janice Y. K. Lee. It portrays the lives of three women from diverse backgrounds who are linked by a singular drama: Margaret, Hilary, and Mercy, each facing unexpected and traumatic events that upheave their existences.
France
With less than three months until the start of the Paris Olympics, expatriates are feeling a mix of excitement and concern, especially those currently living in the capital or planning to move there during this period. The media predictions are unanimous: the event will affect the daily lives of all residents. But what will the actual impact be, and how can one prepare?
Children
Your thoughts about moving abroad are becoming more frequent, but balancing the needs of your children, your family, and yourself is challenging. Embarking on expatriation alone is daunting. How can you manage it as a single parent?
Work
Yes, it is indeed possible to work abroad with a disability, and yes, there are obstacles, whether the disability is visible or not. However, these barriers do not jeopardize the expatriation plan—far from it. Here are some practical tips for moving abroad with a disability.
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