The Baltic states – comprised of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania – are all located in the central northern part of Europe, sandwiched between Scandinavia and Russia. These intriguing and beautiful countries are often skipped over by would-be expats, but it… Continue reading “Expat Places: A New Life in the Baltics”
Category Archives: General Interest
Your Guide to Managing Culture Shock in Japan
Prepare Yourself for a Move to Japan with our Handy Guide A little culture shock is to be expected when you decide to live abroad. After all, if you’re from the UK it can a while to get used to,… Continue reading “Your Guide to Managing Culture Shock in Japan”
This is EUR Life: 20 Years of the Euro
The Euro will be 20 years old on 1 January 2019 – let’s take a brief look at the European currency’s biography. Born in cyberspace on the first day of January in 1999, it took a further three years for… Continue reading “This is EUR Life: 20 Years of the Euro”
An Expat’s Guide to Spanish Christmas Traditions
For many Brits the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Spain is not – let’s face it – a festive Christmas. You merely have to glance at the average Christmas card – with idyllic pictures of… Continue reading “An Expat’s Guide to Spanish Christmas Traditions”
British Food and Drink Favourites You’ll Struggle to Find Abroad
If you’re moving abroad you may find that we British are not as well-known for our food as – say – the Italians. You might think then that it will be difficult for you to find some of your home… Continue reading “British Food and Drink Favourites You’ll Struggle to Find Abroad”
Living Abroad? Embrace these Global Alternatives to Halloween
It can be easy to forget that Halloween and the month of October wasn’t always about trick-or-treating and fancy dress. While the American version of Halloween dominates in Europe, different festivals are observed in other nations. If you’re living abroad… Continue reading “Living Abroad? Embrace these Global Alternatives to Halloween”