How To Cope When Moving to a New Country Culture shock is a familiar psychological phenomenon for anyone who has studied, volunteered, or worked abroad. It is the result of facing new cultures, languages, lifestyles, and mannerisms. Culture shock manifests as feelings of frustration, loneliness, disorientation, anger, fatigue, and detachment. It comes with physical, mental, […]
Education and Learning
Education advice and tips for families living abroad. Here you will find helpful information for educating yourself and your family while living in a foreign country. Articles will provide insight into finding and picking an international school, learning to speak the local language, and educating yourself on the local culture and history of your adopted home.
31 Fun Facts About France
Thinking about spending some time in France? The country has a large population of expats and digital nomads, especially from the UK, due in large part to its refined culture and world-class education system. The country also has an extremely rich history. Because of this history, France developed bizarre customs and stories that make it […]
How Expats Can Spend More Time With Their Children
More than half of all expat parents in the UAE spend less than one hour each day with their children, according to TheNational. Fifty-nine percent of these parents say the lack of family time with children is due to long working hours and commutes but television and internet also play a part. Only 5 percent […]
