I don’t speak your native language, here’s how to talk to me
In your travels, you will find people and places who don’t speak your native language. Communicating the right way is so important. So, here’s how to talk to those people easier!
5 Reasons To Write A Blog (As An Expat)
Have you ever thought you had something to say? Something to add to the conversation but you weren’t sure about it. There’s no harm in writing about what your passions and interests. As a matter of fact I’d say it’s a great form of expression for expats. Here are my reasons why I think you should write a blog as an expat.
5 Signs You’ve Finally Settled Into Your New Expat Home
As an expat, there can be a lot of subtle and subconscious feelings as we moved around. Even though we’ve arrived at our newest location, we may not be ready to accept this is our new home. In this article I have written 5 signs to watch out for but also encourage in yourself that you have finally settled into your new home.
How can we still pursue our wanderlust despite a global pandemic?
Once you have the wanderlust bug, it’s very hard to shake. Despite our current situation, there are many ways to still be in the travel mood. Everything in the post-pandemic world is about changing your approach and your definition. It might just be that you need to change what it means to travel. I go into detail about some mindset changes and preparations you can make to still satiate that wanderlust bug.
The Confusing Cultural Lines Between World Cuisines
World food is becoming more readily available these days. Yet did you know there are certain unspoken rules when it comes to global cuisines. Join me as I highlight some of the things that have tripped me up on my gastronomical adventure so far.
Why don’t men want to become the trailing spouse?
Women as the expat and men as the trailing spouse is still something we don’t see very often. We live in a modern society, but some things show that many aspects of our lives haven’t modernised yet. We can see this when it comes to peoples’ expectations about expat couples. Let’s dive deeper into this.
Managing Expectations of Being Married to an Expat Wife
There will be a lot of expectations thrust on yourself and your wife. Many women still advice other expat women against starting a family. However there are ways that both of you can manage this unique relationship.
Why Should I Follow My Expat Spouse?
So your spouse or partner has just got their posting order for their first expatriate role. What now? Do you follow them around the globe? Or do you stay? Here are some things to help build your mindset and prepare you for what’s ahead.
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.
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.