Tag Archives: living abroad

Living in Spain: 12 tips to help your move!

Spain is a charming country located on the Iberian Peninsula. While it is relatively small, each region has unique cultures, landscapes, and even languages. It’s no surprise that people from European countries and the world love living in Spain. The affordable cost of living, vibrant lifestyle, the excellent quality of life, and exciting cities make […]

Living in Italy: Everything You Need to Know

Are you thinking about living in Italy? From its diverse culture, millennia-old history, art, literature, architecture, and fashion, Italy has so much to offer. Whether you are travelling to Italy for a holiday or relocating to this beautiful land, its diversity in almost every aspect of life makes everything interesting. But what is it like […]

Living in the Netherlands: 12+ things you should know

Are you contemplating living in the Netherlands? Read on for lots of local tips on making the move! The Netherlands is world-famous for Amsterdam and the beauty that the capital has to offer; however, there is so much more to see. When you’re living in the Netherlands, you’ll be able to experience all that the country […]

10 Things You Should Know About Living in Kolkata

“What West Bengal thought today, India thought tomorrow”– this perfect proverb indicates the rich cultural heritage and intellectual legacy of West Bengal. Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal. It was formerly known as Calcutta before 2001. The city remained the capital of British India for more than a century, and today it is one […]

7 Things to Know About Living in Romania

Vampires? No. Fast Internet? Yes. Incredible food? Yes. Skiing in the Carpathian Mountains and swimming in the Black Sea only a drive away? Yes, and yes. Friendly people, who are ready to introduce you to the bustling nightlife? Absolutely! Living in Romania is an adventure.  The country is the gateway to the Orient and the […]

15 Tips for Living in Seattle

This post was written by Seattle expert Andrew Wandola. It is part of a larger moving away series, where local experts are giving top tips on how to move to a new city or country. You can see all of these blog posts here. If you are planning to move to Seattle, you have probably […]

Living in Japan: 10 Things You Should Know

Living in another country can be an exciting, overwhelming and at times intimidating prospect. While there is the thrill of adventure and new experiences, it can be difficult to adjust to entirely new set of societal and cultural norms. Living in Japan is an amazing and life-changing experience for many, but most of us make […]

Living in Edinburgh: Everything You Need to Know

Edinburgh is an utterly bewitching city, so who could blame anyone for wanting to live there? A beautiful setting below the ancient castle, streets teeming with character and history, and elegant, sweeping Georgian architecture all make living in Edinburgh an experience to cherish! Add that to great shopping, incredible nightlife, a dynamic arts scene andsome […]

Living in London: 30 things to know before moving to London

Are you planning on moving to London? The capital of the UK is one of Europe’s most famous and vibrant cities, and there’s so much to know if you’re planning on living in London. Some of what you need to know is good, some is bad, and some is ugly (once you’ve been on a […]