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7 Reasons Why You Should Sample Life Abroad

The world is a lot different than it was ten years ago. In this era of globalization people who live and work abroad can hop on a plane to the other side of the world for a relatively low price, catch up with friends via video calling and use virtual...

Understanding How Currency Movements Can Impact Expat Life

In the excitement of planning a move overseas, finding somewhere to live and negotiating a suitable benefits package, many expats can forget one very important aspect: currency. This article takes a look at currency movements and how the risk that th...

Expat Book Review : Expat Women’s True Tales of Life Abroad

Expat: Women’s True Tales of Life Abroad, is a collection of 22-short stories that have been written by expatriate women throughout the world. The women, who are teachers, businesswomen, mothers and students, describes the highs and lows of lif...

6 New Year’s Resolutions Every Expatriate Should Attempt

Now that the over indulgences of the Christmas period are passed and the party is well and truly over, it is time to start thinking of the new year ahead. As New Year is traditionally associated with an opportunity to throw out the old and welcome th...

Choosing the Best Place to Live in the World

If you’re in the fortunate position of choosing where in the world you would like to live, then you really should research which is the best place to live in the world, FOR YOU. There are endless lists available that rate cities and countries ac...

5 Reasons Why Expat Life May NOT be for You

Here at Expat Info Desk we love living overseas and the majority of our expat guide writers have had the most amazing time sampling life away from their home country. However, expat life isn’t for everyone and while the majority of people who do be...

8 Famous British Expats Who Opted for Life Abroad

Not sure if life abroad is for you? Take a leaf out of the books of some of these famous British expatriates who took the plunge and left their homeland… for a while at least. Sean Connery Heralded as one of the best James Bond actors of all ...

7 Top Tips for Dealing With the Stresses of Moving Overseas

Yesterday we published details of research findings that indicate moving abroad can be as stressful as having your first child. Today we present 7 top tips for dealing with the stresses of moving overseas and enjoying your new life abroad. 1) Tal...

5 Top Tips for Finding Employment Overseas

Finding employment overseas can be a tremendous challenge. Many people dream of experiencing life abroad but never do find the job that they aspire to. However, just because something is difficult does not mean it is impossible and, providing you h...

3 Things That Expats Overlook When Negotiating Their Contracts

1) The type of contract on offer. One major area that many expats overlook their expat contract negotiation is the type of contract they will ultimately be bound by; a local contract or international contract. The type of contract should have a major...