Expat
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Relocating to Costa Rica: What Expats Need to Know
Relocating to Costa Rica is about more than palm trees and pura vida. From visas and admin to culture shock and daily life, this guide shares practical expat tips and real insights from those who’ve done it—so you know what to expect beyond the honeymoon phase.
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Top Expat mistakes to avoid, and how to make it right
Moving abroad is thrilling, but it’s also full of hidden challenges that can catch even the most prepared expat off guard. From overlooking cultural nuances to underestimating bureaucracy, small missteps can make settling into a new country far more stressful than it needs to be. In this guide, we break down the most common expat…
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How to find a job abroad: the expat work guide
How to find a job abroad with our expat guide. Top job sites, visa tips, networking strategies, and interview advice to start working overseas successfully.
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Moving Abroad Without Speaking the Language: Expat Tips
Moving abroad is exciting, nerve-wracking, and full of surprises, and one of the biggest challenges is not speaking the local language. Whether you’re moving for work, love, or a change of pace, it can feel overwhelming to navigate daily life when you’re not fluent, or even conversational. But don’t despair, you’re not alone. And the…
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Moving Home as an Expat: Repatriation & Reverse Culture Shock
For an expat, repatriation, the act of moving back to one’s home country after years of living abroad is a major life transition that is often underestimated. But what happens when that homecoming is unexpected, emotionally jarring, or timed with a global crisis? Here’s my story of moving home as an expat, and what I…
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Digital Nomad vs Expat: Which Lifestyle Fits You?
I’m often asked what the difference between a digital nomad and an expat is. Where they may seem quite close, as in both cases we are talking about people leaving their hime country to live abroad, the approach, challenges and mindset differ greatly. Knowing the difference may help you decide which lifestyle is more adapted…
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Life as a Third Culture Kid: Growing Up Abroad
Growing up as a third culture kid means navigating life between countries, cultures, and identities. From constant moves to building a global sense of belonging, this expat childhood shapes resilient, adaptable adults with a unique world perspective.
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How to Make Expat Life Easier: Essential Tips for a Smooth Transition Abroad
Moving your life abroad is hard, even if it’s to a nearby country, but with the right mindset and approach, you can make your new place feel like home in no time. Here are a few tips form expats to make your new life abroad a little easier. Research the culture and customs of your…
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25 Essential Expat Questions to Ask Before Moving Abroad
Considering a move overseas? Discover the most important expat questions to ask yourself before relocating — from finances to culture, career, and lifestyle.
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Language Learning Tips for Expats
When moving to country where you don’t speak the language, learning the language is an expats’ first step to integrating. It takes time, it’s hard, and frustrating, but it is immensely rewarding and never a waste of time! Here are a few tips to learn a new language when an expat. Learning the basics of…