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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Interview with Deborah – a British expat living in Bangalore
Interview with Deborah – a British expat living in Bangalore
Deborah is a British expat living in Bangalore. She became a 'trailing spouse' in October
9½ Things You Need To Know Before Moving to France
9½ Things You Need To Know Before Moving to France
Got an interview lined up for a great new job in Paris? Dreaming of Alpine life and acres
What to Expect When Choosing Your International Mover
What to Expect When Choosing Your International Mover
Relocating to a new country can be a walk in the park if you know the right people to deal
An interview with Rick – an American expat living in Ecuador
An interview with Rick – an American expat living in Ecuador
Rick Schleicher is an American expat who moved to Ecuador in 2004. He runs a travel
Interview with Nazanin – an Iranian expat living in Turkey
Interview with Nazanin – an Iranian expat living in Turkey
Iranian expat Nazanin has lived in Turkey for almost a decade. She explains the challenges
The Safest Countries to Live In
The Safest Countries to Live In
So, you’ve decided you want to relocate abroad, but deciding where to move to is the
Interview with Simone – an Australian expat living in Vietnam
Interview with Simone – an Australian expat living in Vietnam
Australian expat Simone made the move to Ho Chi Minh City in 2013. Here she shares her
Bringing up a Third Culture Kid
Bringing up a Third Culture Kid
Your child has flown around the globe before he or she could walk, lived in several
Interview with Tara – an American expat living in Kenya
Interview with Tara – an American expat living in Kenya
Seasoned expat Tara moved to Kenya with her husband and baby daughter in 2011. Now, more
Interview with Clara – a Brit living in South Africa
Interview with Clara – a Brit living in South Africa
Cuban-born Clara is a well-versed expat. Having visited and lived in an enviable amount of
An interview with Dawn and Isaac – two British expats living in New Zealand
An interview with Dawn and Isaac – two British expats living in New Zealand
Isaac and Dawn left England to start their new lives in Auckland, in 2014. Here they share
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Background to Public Holidays in Qatar
Background to Public Holidays in Qatar
Expats coming from Western countries may find the Islamic public holidays in Qatar
Should kids switch off or swot up over the summer holidays?
Should kids switch off or swot up over the summer holidays?
Written by Benjamin Atkins, Deputy Head Teacher at Regent International School, Dubai Many
Interview with Sibylle – A Parisian expat living in New York City
Interview with Sibylle – A Parisian expat living in New York City
Sibylle is a Parisian expat who has been living in New York City. Her arrival to the city
Why culture shock is good for you
Why culture shock is good for you
What is culture shock? Culture shock is the impact of moving from a familiar culture to an
Places to see in Spain – Segovia
Places to see in Spain – Segovia
Spain is known for its incredible beauty, constantly attracting tourists and expats from
Edinburgh boasts best quality of life in the UK
Edinburgh boasts best quality of life in the UK
Not sure where in the UK you want to settle? Well, it seems that Edinburgh is the clear
Purchasing Italian property the right way
Purchasing Italian property the right way
Those thinking of investing in property in Italy have to ensure they get things right
Interview with Kimberley – an American expat living in London
Interview with Kimberley – an American expat living in London
Kimberley Mueller is an American expat who moved to London in September 2014 after
