Living in Costa Rica as an American: An Honest Guide to the Life and the Logistics
When my wife Anna and I planned our move to Costa Rica, we were certain we would end up on a beach. We were wrong, and the story of how we got that wrong is …
Work Abroad
Overview of Articles About Working Abroad
Living in Estepona, Spain – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Estepona? Estepona has become one of the most popular places to live on Spain’s Costa del Sol. Known for its beautiful beaches, flower-filled old town, excellent …
What an Internship Abroad Really Teaches You (Beyond Work Experience)
When people think about doing an internship abroad, they often focus on the professional benefits. Will it look good on a resume? Will it help me get a job? Will I gain useful work experience? …
Living in Brighton, UK – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Brighton? With its vibrant arts scene and seaside charm, Brighton attracts people from all over the world. But, there are certain things you should know about …
Living in Badalona, Spain – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Badalona? Just outside of Barcelona, Badalona often flies under the radar. But that’s exactly part of its appeal. Badalona has the beach, the sunshine, and that …
Living in Lecce, Italy – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Lecce? I only briefly visited Lecce while working remotely from Italy, but I really liked this southern Italian city and remember thinking it could be a …
Things to Know Before Moving to Madrid, Spain
Madrid is a perfect choice for living abroad if you are looking for cosmopolitan big city vibes mixed with traditional Spanish culture. And for that reason, the Spanish capital city is a popular place to …
Living in Limassol, Cyprus – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Limassol? It’s Cyprus’s second-largest city and an increasingly popular destination to move to, attracting people from all over the world. I’m excited to interview Nofar, who …
Living in Lombok, Indonesia – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Lombok? We all know Bali, which has been a popular tourist, expat and digital nomad destination for years. But, perhaps partially because of Bali’s fame, neighboring …
Living in Koh Tao, Thailand – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Koh Tao, a beautiful island in the Gulf of Thailand? I visited Koh Tao recently and loved it, but I could also see the effects of …
Living in Yangon, Myanmar – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Yangon? Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar and was the country’s capital until 2005. It has a small expat community and one of those expats, …
Work and Travel in New Zealand: A Guide to the Working Holiday Visa
New Zealand (or Aotearoa in Māori) is, in my opinion, the most beautiful place on Earth. After having traveled it top to bottom and front to back, I can safely say that this is a …
Living in Oviedo, Spain – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Oviedo? As Spain seems to be getting hotter and hotter, Northern Spain is becoming increasingly popular, both as an area to visit and an area to …
Living in Bucharest, Romania – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Bucharest? Bucharest, to me, feels like the type of capital city that is rapidly changing and may soon become a popular expat destination. I visited Bucharest …
Living in Utrecht, The Netherlands – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Utrecht? Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and the one city I always tell people to visit if they want to see something …
Living in Malawi – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Malawi? It’s a country in Africa many people won’t be able to point out on a map. But, I was lucky enough to visit Malawi …
Living in Ottawa, Canada – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Ottawa, Ontario? For this article I am interviewing Juliette, who fell in love, moved to Ottawa, and has now called this city home for years. …
Things to Know Before Moving to Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is not a country on most people’s geographical radar. When I tell people I live in Uzbekistan I’m often met with a polite smile and a mutual understanding that they have no clue where …
Living in the Dominican Republic – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in the Dominican Republic? I’ve lived on two Caribbean islands myself (St Maarten and Aruba) and visited many other parts of the Caribbean, but never the …
Living in Zagreb, Croatia – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to move to and live in Zagreb? Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, attracts people from all over the world. And after my latest visit to Croatia I received a lot of questions …
Living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Playa del Carmen? Playa del Carmen, or ‘Playa’ as it’s often lovingly called, is a popular tourist destination in Mexico’s Riviera Maya region. Located on …
Living in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Halifax? For this article, I’m interviewing Kamila who moved to Halifax several years ago. She’ll share both personal experiences and practical tips for anyone who …
Living in Cairo, Egypt – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Cairo? Cairo is Egypt’s crowded and sprawling capital. And although it’s one of the largest cities in the world, the number of expats living in …
Living in Dubai, UAE – Interview With an Expat
Are you thinking about moving to Dubai? Dubai is a popular destination, attracting expats from all over the world. In fact, the number of expats living in Dubai is greater than the number of locals! …
Living in Lima, Peru – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Lima? Lima, Peru’s capital, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history. In this article, I interview a couple living in Lima to find out …
Living in Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to live in Bosnia’s capital Sarajevo? That’s what I asked Kathi in this interview about moving to and living in Sarajevo. Kathi has called Sarajevo home for quite some time now …
Living in Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina – Interview With an Expat
Mostar is a city in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina that’s mainly known for its iconic old bridge. I just spent a month working from Mostar as a digital nomad and absolutely loved the city. But …
Living in Cork, Ireland – Interview With an Expat
What’s it like to live in Cork? Cork is the second largest city in Ireland, attracting people from all over the world. In this interview, Amber shares her personal experiences and practical tips for moving …
Living in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Mongolia? Its capital, Ulaanbaatar, is where almost half of the country’s population lives and where most foreigners move to as well. In this interview, Breanna …
Living in Lagos, Portugal – Interview With an Expat
The Algarve, the beautiful southern coastal region of Portugal. The quality of life in the Algarve has long attracted people from all over the world. And a popular place to move to in the Algarve …
Living in Antalya, Turkey – Interview With an Expat
Antalya is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey. But what is it like to live in Antalya? In this interview, Dania shares her experiences and practical tips for anyone who is moving …
Living in Taipei, Taiwan – Interview With an Expat
What’s life in Taiwan like? And in particular, what is it like to move to and live in Taipei? In this interview, Nick, who calls Taiwan’s capital home now, shares his story, practical tips and …
Living in Cartagena, Colombia – Interview With an Expat
Cartagena is one of the most popular places to visit in Colombia. But what is it like to live in Cartagena? In this interview, Adam, who calls Cartagena home now, shares his story, practical tips …
Living in Manchester, UK – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to live in Manchester? In this interview, Maddalena, who calls Manchester home now, shares her story, practical tips and the pros and cons of living in Manchester. This interview is part …
Living in Bali, Indonesia – Interview With an Expat
What is it like to move to and live in Bali? Bali is the most popular tourist destination in Indonesia, attracting a wide range of travelers. But, it’s also a popular island to move to, …
Living in Brisbane, Australia – Interview With an Expat
What is life in Brisbane like? In this interview, Lanie, who calls Brisbane home now, shares her story, practical tips and the pros and cons of living in Brisbane. This interview is part of the Ask …