Making New Friends Abroad as an Expat Making new friends as an expat can be more difficult than it seems- especially if you don’t yet fluently speak the language of your host country. Luckily, there are many great ways that you can ease the pain of adjusting to a new location and develop a list […]
How to Handle an Emergency During Travel
Prepare for Emergencies Before Your Travel Even the most prepared traveler will eventually encounter some type of emergency that requires immediate assistance. Whether the situation is directly related to them, a fellow traveler or a stranger in passing, it’s best to know how to handle an emergency during travel before it occurs. Here are a […]
Singapore Expats – Life in Singapore
Living as an Expatriate in Singapore An island that was first occupied predominantly by fisherman has changed its clientele over the years. Singapore just recently became the sixth most expensive city in Asia for an expat to live in according to a survey by consultancy ECA International. This new title has pushed it to pass […]
4 Secrets Why Expat Life Is Great
Why the Expat Life Abroad is So Great! More than likely you know the obvious reasons why becoming an expat can be a smart move. However, there are a number of reasons beyond pleasing currency exchange rates and getting to travel frequently that you should know about. Read on to see 4 secrets why expat […]
5 Signs You’re Ready To Relocate
Relocating to a new country can be an exciting, yet life-altering experience. If you’re on the fence about becoming an expat, see if you can relate to any of these 5 signs you’re ready to relocate. The reasons to move abroad may vary by person and we definitely did not include them all. One of […]
Travel Safety Tips Every US Citizen Should Know
Whether you’re a US citizen traveling on vacation or to relocate permanently- you know that it’s important to make sure your safety is not the last item on your checklist. Here is a list of travel safety tips every US citizen should know. Make sure you take full advantage of the free travel resources the […]
Why Expats Love Singapore
An Overview of Singapore for Expatriates Singapore: a country that has a lot of history but is full of modern luxuries. From shopping to nightlife to being the world’s greatest Grand Prix host- it offers appeal to even the most diverse crowds. It’s no mystery why Singapore ranked second in the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey! […]
What Expats In China Had To Say
Living as an Expatriate in China Are you considering becoming an expat in China? If you caught our last post you know that we highlighted information on becoming an expat in Germany– it ranked fourth overall in the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey meaning it received great reviews from current expats. The only countries that ranked […]
Health Tips for Expats
Advice on Eating Healthy from Around the Globe Every country has at least one great health tip to take note of and adopt. We have compiled a few great tips that you as an expat are sure to want to include in your diet and routine. Check out the suggested tips and start taking advantage […]
5 Questions to Ask Before Moving Your Pet Abroad
Although the family pet quickly becomes a member of the family, when planning to relocate you must ask yourself a few questions before assuming Fido can make the move with you. Here are 5 questions to ask before moving your pet abroad: Can they physically handle it? Pets who aren’t in the best shape perhaps […]