Can you learn a language by in-country immersion alone?
Just move to the country, then you’ll speak the language! It is that simple, but it isn’t. There’s a lot more consideration, work, and preparation that needs to be done in order to have a fun and beneficial in-country immersion experience. Let me explain some of the nuances to in-country immersion.
Planning for your first trip after the pandemic. How has COVID changed travel?
Things seem to be, at least in some countries, returning to something we could call normal. We hope that soon, international travel will be allowed. We all need to treat our wanderlust and itchy feet. However what exactly does travel look like in a post COVID-19 society? Let’s take a look.
8 Tourist places in Istanbul that are free!
Vacations can be a tough & expensive adventure! You need at least one free thing to do to either let the kids run wild or soak up the environment and recharge. Here are 8 totally free locations in Turkey that don’t skimp on that iconic Turkish magic and wonder.
I’ve been learning a language for one whole year. Why do I still suck?
Language learning can be disheartening when you don’t make progress. After all this time, you still can’t string a sentence together? Don’t worry! You don’t suck! If you want to change your mindset, it’s all up to you! Here are some points about mindset as well as our language learning journey in the long run.
The importance of an expat community for fighting loneliness
Expat life and being ‘the trailing spouse’ is often associated with loneliness. However with the right friends and community you can make your expat trip something unforgettable.
Here’s my bucket list of things I haven’t accomplished by 30
Have you heard that life doesn’t stop at 30? Hard to believe, but it’s true. In this post I focus on keeping your mindset focussed moving forward; rather than focussing on all that I haven’t done yet.
Taking the confusion out of buying your baklava (the ultimate guide)
There’s nothing more confusing for a sweet tooth than walking into a baklava shop and not knowing what’s what. This article will try and give you as much gastronomical guidance as possible.
How to learn a language with your significant other
So your partner speaks the language you’re learning, great! No more need to pay for tutors right? Yes and no. Slow down and read this article to see some of the pitfalls that might await you.
Travel light or travel right? How to make the best of your luggage space
With all the different travel and packing advice out there, I’d like to give my take on what to bring with you. Especially those long term travellers, things can be a bit more nuanced.
10 Unique Museums in Istanbul You May Not Have Heard Of
It’s true, Istanbul has oh so many museums! A museum trip not your thing? This list will have some museum choices you have maybe never even heard of in Istanbul!