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World’s most expensive expat destination reveals itself
Expats living and working in the USA are being hit hard by surging inflation.
If you’re considering taking a job based in the USA, you’ll need to be certain your expatriate salary covers your needs, as inflation is now rampant almost everywhere in this favourite destination. The main culprit is the ultra-strong dollar’s effect on...
Upsides and downsides of Shanghai for ambitious expats
A decade or so ago, only the bravest would have dreamed of living and working in Shanghai, but now the vast city’s all the rage for ambitious expat professionals.
Most expats arriving from the West are either relocating for their present employer or taking a chance on furthering their careers in this most exotic of destinations. For...
Expat retirees are genuinely welcome in the Philippines
If you’re attracted to Southeast Asia but are unsure about which country is your best fit, the Philippines is as good as it gets.
The benefits of Southeast Asia as a destination for retirees, digital nomads and SME entrepreneurs vary country to country as regards essentials such as visa requirements, expat-friendly governments and...
Exotic Jakarta is culture shock for newly-arrived expats
For expats moving to Indonesia, Jakarta is the experience of a lifetime.
The Indonesian capital of Jakarta is densely populated, sprawling, vibrant and totally fascinating for new expat arrivals. Over 10 million people live and work in its metropolitan area, and the city itself is home to everything from luxury mansions, soaring apartment...
Popular Portugal is a great choice for British expat retirees
As Brexit creeps closer, Portugal is becoming even more popular as a safe refuge for British expats.
Already a home from home for some 900,000 expatriates, Portugal’s glorious beaches, warmer winters, stunning architecture and fascinating cultural life is drawing ever more new arrivals looking to escape the political turmoil and...
Pro and cons of using expat surveys to decide on a location
If you’re checking out a number of worldwide destinations for working, entrepreneurship or even retirement, the latest mega-survey could make interesting reading.
The chore of choosing a preferred destination is one of the disadvantages of becoming an expat, simply because there are so many contrasting studies and surveys as well as...
Bali on a budget is still doable for digital nomads and expat retirees
Once an inexpensive haven for expat retirees and those fascinated with exotic activities in even more exotic destinations, Balinese beach towns such as Canggu are now becoming hubs for the upscale end of the tourist market.
Bali itself has been on the expat map for several decades, with Canggu once just a beachside village with endless...
Is Thailand still a dream destination for Western expats?
If you’re thinking of retiring in Thailand, there are many things to consider before your final decision is made.
Traditionally, Thailand has been a popular retiree destination for its tropical climate, inexpensive cost of living and well-established expat communities in a number of towns and cities. A recent survey rated the Southeast...
Becoming a single female expat isn’t as tough as you think
Moving overseas as a couple can be tough, but deciding to relocate to a strange land as a single female can seem daunting enough to prevent the move.
In the real world, single people make all their decisions as regards the kind of new life they need and the reasons why they’re moving overseas, making the entire experience very different...
Expats favour Italy as an escape from Brexit Britain
If La Dolce Vita is the life for you, choosing the right Italian destination will make your dreams come true.
It’s not too late to escape from Britain’s politically frozen, chilly shores and its unknown future, with Italy just a short flight away. Choosing a location isn’t as easy as you might think, as many of the best-known, most...
