There's no fine art to expat living; a stint overseas can finish with a fairytale ending just as often as it can end up a repressed memory.
But as the wise and experienced initiates of the expat realm will tell you, chartering into unknown territory is half the fun.
That being said, there's no better way to prepare yourself for a move abroad than to read about the trials and tribulations of expats living and working overseas who've been there, done that.
That's why as part of our expat living section we've collected hundreds of unique articles, personal interviews, pieces of expert advice and fast fact sheets that can help you on your way to understanding your move abroad.
Read on to learn more about financial advice, issues of the expat woman, working overseas or overcoming culture shock.
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The Most Affordable Cities in Southeast Asia for Digital Nomads
The Most Affordable Cities in Southeast Asia for Digital Nomads
In this digital age, where location independence is not just a possibility but
Why Switzerland is Home to the Best Schools in the World
Why Switzerland is Home to the Best Schools in the World
The 2022 Centi-Millionaire Report, a first of its kind global wealth study, revealed that
Worldwide Relocation Companies
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Worldwide Education Consultants
Worldwide Education Consultants
Expat parents who have taken the brave choice to relocate their families abroad will have
Cigna International Health and Wellbeing Services
Cigna International Health and Wellbeing Services
Across the month of April, Cigna will be giving away a free health and wellbeing module
Preparing your child's health and medical records for an international school
Preparing your child's health and medical records for an international school
International schools often have strict admission policies which usually involve written
One too many? When expats use alcohol to cope
One too many? When expats use alcohol to cope
For many an expat, drinking comes as part of the lifestyle. In Singapore, for example
How Volunteering Can Help New City Residents Adjust to Life in London
How Volunteering Can Help New City Residents Adjust to Life in London
Southbank International School believes that developing strong citizenship through its
Why these countries are the best places to live in the world
Why these countries are the best places to live in the world
Moving abroad can be an exciting and life-changing experience, but choosing the right
Interview with Micheal and Mary Kay – American expats living in New Zealand
Interview with Micheal and Mary Kay – American expats living in New Zealand
Micheal and Mary Kay Kidd are hoteliers. They met 42 years ago at a California guest ranch
Getting an Empadronamiento in Spain
Getting an Empadronamiento in Spain
By Olga Khobotko Expats moving to Spain will need to obtain a town hall registration
The NIE Number and Residency in Spain
The NIE Number and Residency in Spain
An NIE number is a "Número de Identificación de Exrenajeros", i.e. a "foreigner's tax
Portugal voted the best country for retirees in 2023
Portugal voted the best country for retirees in 2023
International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index has ranked Portugal as the best
Interview with Tyler Sherwood, Principal of Chatsworth International School, Singapore
Interview with Tyler Sherwood, Principal of Chatsworth International School, Singapore
With more than 27 years of experience as a leading IB school in Singapore, Chatsworth
Why AI may be the biggest education trend in 2023
Why AI may be the biggest education trend in 2023
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic was the first real disruptor to the education sector, as it
Pros and cons of international schools
Pros and cons of international schools
For many expat parents preparing to move to a new country, schooling is a major concern
Why UK universities prefer the IB Diploma over A-Levels
Why UK universities prefer the IB Diploma over A-Levels
ICS London Head of School Alec Jiggins shares why expat parents should consider an IB
The importance of health insurance when going abroad
The importance of health insurance when going abroad
For both expatriates and travellers, it is difficult to keep track of all the necessary
7 benefits of hiring a relocation company for your move to Dubai
7 benefits of hiring a relocation company for your move to Dubai
While relocating to Dubai can be a wonderful experience full of pleasant surprises and
Interview with David – an American expat living in Fiji
Interview with David – an American expat living in Fiji
David is a retired technology exec and yoga teacher who could not live in an 'adult