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Top 10 Reasons to Live in the Maldives

While I have not been to The Maldives yet, I have done my research. It is a tropical archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean that is a great expat destination. These laid back islands are where nomads can relax in the sun and enjoy relaxing on the...

Top 6 destinations for global nomads

If reports are to be believed, then the world is definitely heading for a more hybrid work culture. Pandemic has left corporates and business owners with an important message that ditching the conventional 9-5 grind is the only way to go about it. ...

How to Move Your Life from USA to UK in 3 Simple Steps

Britain and the US are two countries separated by a common language. They’re often seen as two of the closest allies on the planet militarily, but citizens of each also see one another as distant relatives. With both being developed western economi...

6 Amazing Destinations for Digital Nomads

If reports are to be believed, then the world is definitely heading for a hybrid work culture while heading to amazing destinations for digital nomads. Pandemic has left corporates and business owners with an important message, that ditching the conv...

10 Tips for Why People Become an Expat in China

Expat. The word, which is short for expatriate, means a person who is currently living and working in a nation that is one other than the one they were born and raised in. In today’s globalized world, it makes more sense than ever for individuals l...

Top 10 Reasons People Become an Expat in China

As global citizens, expatriates learn pieces of many cultures and gain a broader understanding of people, their experiences, and their challenges. Living in China is an excellent opportunity to do this and is very welcoming to expats. There are many ...

How Expats Can Save Money on International Health Insurance

If you are moving abroad or already living overseas as a global citizen or expatriate, there can be many extra costs associated with this exciting lifestyle. Housing, schooling, rent, taxes, and of course, one of the cornerstones of your life abroad ...

Top 5 Things To Do in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is a concoction of tall skyscrapers, Asian traditions, Mughal-style domes and minaret, British colonial buildings, and colorful food-stall-lined streets. Being the capital of Malaysia, it is a key destination for global nomads. If you ar...

Top 6 Tips for Settling in a Foreign Country as an Expat

Settling in a foreign country can be quite challenging, especially in the initial days. Don’t get overwhelmed. Instead, calm yourself and try to adapt to your new abode's new culture and the environment with a strong will. Within a few weeks, you w...

Eternal Migration of a Spotless Housewife: Singapore Wildlife

One of the things that is taking me some time to get used to here is Singapore wildlife. Unidentified flying things, unidentified crawling things and unidentified swinging things... and that’s just the expat population. It really is taking me some ...