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Tips for new expat arrivals on finding affordable Tokyo rentals
For Western expat professionals relocating to Tokyo, finding suitable, affordable accommodation can be tricky at best.
Two major issues for expats on reassignment to Tokyo are the language and the hassle of finding suitable accommodation. The vast majority of expats in this fascinating mega-city are supported as regards accommodation as...
Identifying home as a serial expat travelling between two destinations
How do serial expats cope with continually moving between several destinations?
Wherever in the world expats decide to live, the feeling of ‘home’ is an important part of settling in and adjusting to a new culture and new experiences. For long-stay expatriate professionals, it’s all part of the game but, for those staying for a few...
Expats in Thailand confused over charges for coronavirus treatment
The Thai government has just announced that foreigners in the country must fund their own treatment should they contract the coronavirus.
Whilst the statement itself is somewhat shocking, as travel insurance doesn’t cover virus epidemics, it’s also confusing expats living and working in the country. The first article published by a...
Expat professionals saving money by choosing smaller German cities
Germany’s major cities have been expat professional hubs for several decades, but living in the fast lane is now an expensive exercise for locals as well as incomers.
Expats who’re able to live happily outside glittering financial metropolises and save money as a result have a number of equally attractive smaller cities to choose...
Best expat cities aren’t the best for every expat
For would-be expats looking for relocation, the increasing number of contrasting ‘best city’ surveys might cause confusion!
The most recent study, undertaken by ECA International, saw thousands of expat professionals’ opinions on various worldwide locations coming up with just two favourite destinations. For the second year running,...
Is Malaysia a favourite destination for older expats?
Living and working or even retiring in Asia is now more popular than ever before, but the issues of developing countries as regards infrastructure, services and clean air can be problematic.
As other Southeast Asian destinations are losing their appeal for many would-be expats, Malaysia seems to tick all the boxes as regards cost of...
Expats warned over financial pitfalls of reassignment to the UAE
If you’re a Brit heading to the Middle East on reassignment or after receiving the job offer of your dreams, your new situation will need consideration as regards tasks to be done before and just after you arrive.
Taking care of your financial situation isn’t just about how much salary you’ll be receiving in your new job, as there...
Czech city opens centre aimed at supporting new expat arrivals
One of the toughest challenges for newly-arrived expats in a strange land is integration into the local culture.
The first few months of expat life in any new destination can be stressful at best and distressing at worst, especially if the basics of the new language are difficult to master. In addition, wherever expatriates hang their...
China restricts VPN usage to keep coronavirus news under wraps
For new expat arrivals in China, the recent crackdown on VPNs is making life more difficult.
Immediate internet access can be crucial for new expat arrivals in China as regards the ease of contacting their banks and other necessities back in the home country, as well as being able to assure friends and family they’ve arrived safely and...
Brit expats missing their UK favourites should consider a VPN
Brit expats desperate for a taste of home should use a VPN.
Moving overseas as an expat professional may well bring huge benefits to your career prospects, but it’s likely to restrict your access to much of the internet’s UK-based content. For those living and working in countries with restrictive regimes such as Russia, China or the...
