Abroad to Home: Dealing with Reverse Culture Shock
It can come as a surprise to learn that returning home after a stint of living abroad, might not be as easy as you think. ‘Reverse culture shock’ is the term given to the challenging […]
How to Cultivate a Local Identity After Moving Abroad
Moving to a new country is a major challenge and it can take time to adapt to a different culture, to master a new language and to comfortably feel that you belong in your new […]
Financial Tips for Living Abroad
Living abroad can be a dream come true with many amazing life opportunities and experiences. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to have financial stress when living in a foreign country. Managing financial stress and mental well-being […]
Dreaming of Valentine’s Day in Paris? Check Out These Fantastic Events Happening in the World’s Romantic City This February
With St. Valentine’s Day in the middle of February, what better idea than to spend it in the most romantic city in the world with your loved one? Having visited many many times, this is […]
Loneliness and Isolation: 4 Tips to Build a Support Network Abroad
After all the initial excitement of living abroad fades, many find themselves feeling lonely and isolated. These are common challenges when moving to a new and very different country. The key to successfully dispelling these feelings is […]
Germany in the Fall: 10 Best Places to See the Leaves Change Colors
Germany is a popular country to visit in the autumn for its enchanting landscapes, historic towns and fairytale castles. Between September and November the weather is still very pleasant and the landscapes are transformed by […]
Public Holidays in France & How the French Celebrate Them
France celebrates eleven public holidays each year, which is the second highest number of annual holidays in Europe after Austria. Additionally, two other holidays are observed in certain regions in France. The French public holidays […]
Living in the French Countryside: 10 Best Places to Buy a Country House in France
All of France is charming, but its countryside is in a league of its own. Both admired and envied all over the world, it has inspired design styles, architectural styles and the works of numerous […]
Need to learn French fast? Read this
If you are planning to move to France, it can be extremely beneficial to try to learn French fast. It is true that if you are moving to Paris or another major city, you may be able to […]
Your complete guide to renting an apartment in Paris
What paperwork do I need to rent an apartment in Paris? Before you begin your hunt for rental apartments in Paris, you should prepare all the necessary documents. Rental properties do move really quickly in […]