Exiting Expat Life

Exiting Expat Life

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I knew there would be tears shed when I left home. What I didn't expect was the sadness that would accompany saying "so long" to expat life.   
The “Right” Job: How to Trust your Gut and Escape the Ordinary

The “Right” Job: How to Trust your Gut and Escape the Ordinary

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I landed a job immediately after graduation. So why wasn't I happy?
Cash Pros and Money Woes in the UK

Cash Pros and Money Woes in the UK

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How far can your finances stretch during your time abroad?
Finalizing an Au Pair Contract

Finalizing an Au Pair Contract

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What you should negotiate before heading overseas. 
Living Well (Cheaply) in Switzerland

Living Well (Cheaply) in Switzerland

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How well-being in Switzerland is more affordable than I thought.
Working Like the Swiss

Working Like the Swiss

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Trying out the Swiss approach to work-life balance.
Saying “Au Revoir” to America: My French Connection

Saying “Au Revoir” to America: My French Connection

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How I became an au pair abroad. 
The Highs and Lows of Learning a New Language Abroad

The Highs and Lows of Learning a New Language Abroad

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Navigating the rocky road to fluency.
How to Travel in Australia After Your Working Holiday Visa Expires

How to Travel in Australia After Your Working Holiday Visa Expires

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 It's not as simple as it seems.
Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture

Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture

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Slow down and don't miss lunch. How hard can it be?
Why Hospitality Jobs are Ideal for Working Holidays

Why Hospitality Jobs are Ideal for Working Holidays

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It turns out scrubbing toilets is a blessing in disguise. 
An Introvert Abroad

An Introvert Abroad

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Can a personality trait prevent a fulfilling experience abroad?
An (Unusual) Day in the Life of an English Teacher in Mexico

An (Unusual) Day in the Life of an English Teacher in Mexico

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How a day of unexpected events reminded me of where I am.
Pros and Cons of Freelancing Abroad

Pros and Cons of Freelancing Abroad

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What to expect when you start your own business abroad. 
A Slice of Home in Rome

A Slice of Home in Rome

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Arriving in the Eternal City after two years in rural Sri Lanka, only one thing could get me through this kind of culture shock.
Wedding Planning Abroad

Wedding Planning Abroad

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Planning a wedding is stressful on its own—but then add 6,000km between you and your destination. 
Rejigging Expectations for a Move Abroad

Rejigging Expectations for a Move Abroad

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How did I end up in a small fishing village in Cornwall?
8 Family Budget Travel Tips

8 Family Budget Travel Tips

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. . .that even budget budget travellers don't know. 
Saying Hello the Spanish Way

Saying Hello the Spanish Way

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Learning to embrace Spanish culture, one greeting at a time.
Becoming a Freelancer in Switzerland

Becoming a Freelancer in Switzerland

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Frustrated by the job search process, I decided to go my own way. Here's how. 

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