The Difference Between Being a "Tourist" and an "Expat"
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- Written by: Alexandra Merullo
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How my life has changed since I moved to Cambodia.
Happy Canada Day From Amsterdam
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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This holiday weekend, I'm reflecting on what I miss most about my home and native land.
Coping with Loneliness Abroad
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- Written by: Sabrina Pinksen
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Thriving in a new country means getting past a sense of isolation and embracing the excitement of a new challenge.
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Thriving in a new country means getting past a sense of isolation and embracing the excitement of a new challenge.
Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture
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- Written by: Heather Sinclair
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Slow down and don't miss lunch. How hard can it be?
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Slow down and don't miss lunch…how hard can it be?
How to Overcome a Fear of Speaking a Foreign Language
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- Written by: Jacklyn Janeksela
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A language teacher shares her top tips.
Learning the Art of Embracing the Unplanned
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- Written by: Justine Hall
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I used to live for plans. Now, nothing excites me more than the unknown.
Disco Fever's Dead, But Dengue Fever Isn't
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- Written by: Addie Weller
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Here’s how I dealt with getting the dreaded illness in Thailand.
Keeping The Friendship Alive
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- Written by: Durrah Taqiah
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The truth about maintaining long-distance friendships.
What It's Like to Teach English in Siberia
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- Written by: Jillian Elkin
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Being an ESL teacher in Novosibirsk means working with students of all ages.
Starting from Scratch as an Actress in Amsterdam
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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Casting directors, agencies, production companies and theatres. You name it, I researched it.
Coping with Swiss Bureaucracy
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- Written by: Kirsty Smith
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Roadblocks that I've encountered re-establishing my life abroad.
Why I'm Moving to Cambodia
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- Written by: Alexandra Merullo
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One month in Siem Reap turned into three. Now, my whole future has changed.
I Just Want To Be Friends. What Could Go Wrong?
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- Written by: Nicole Sharon Schultz
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Friends: We all need them, but getting them overseas can be tricky.
How a Language Reflects Culture
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- Written by: Sam Paterson
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Understanding basic personal pronouns can teach you far more about Vietnam than you might imagine.
When The Work Abroad Adventure Has Lost Its Spark
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- Written by: Durrah Taqiah
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What happens when living abroad isn't rewarding anymore—and how do you know when to call it quits?
Actively Seeking Adventure
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- Written by: Jillian Elkin
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My favourite must-do activities in Novosibirsk, Russia.
Expat Living: Building Friendships
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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Making friends with expats has its downfalls, but I still do it. Here's why.
How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work Remotely
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- Written by: Wailana Kalama
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Showing your employer that you can get the job done from any location takes planning, communication and commitment.
An Actress Abroad
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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I never thought I'd move to the Netherlands. Here are three hurdles I encountered along the way.
Analysis-Paralysis: Should I Stay or Go?
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- Written by: Ashley McCallan
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How I decided whether to extend my time abroad.