Freelancing offers the freedom to work from virtually anywhere, but choosing the right country can make a big difference in both your personal and professional life. The best countries for freelancers combine affordable living costs, a thriving freelance community, strong infrastructure, and a welcoming culture. Fortunately, there are numerous destinations around the world that cater […]
From scrambled egg festivals to monkey buffets, it’s safe to say that there are some rather weird and wonderful traditions that take place around the world. Here’s a list of just 10 of the most bizarre cultural practices from around the globe that are still carried out today. Don’t forget to invest in international health insurance for […]
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There can be many reasons why we move abroad to live in another country. But the quality of the healthcare can make or break a relocation. Even with international health insurance, expats will need to know their health and wellbeing will be cared for while they’re abroad. That is why many opt for health insurance […]
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The Group of 7, or G7, is an intergovernmental political and economic forum made up of seven countries – Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the USA. The group discuss solutions for major issues affecting the global economy, climate, trade, and security, among other things. Using research from Statista, we explore how the […]
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If you’re moving abroad, you may be worried about the healthcare provision you will have access to. Often, we think that the worst healthcare services will be limited to developing countries, where resources and funding are scarce. However, even more developed countries can face challenges with their healthcare services. Recent data from Statista reveals the […]
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Studying abroad can be a fantastic experience, giving you the opportunity to live in a new city while you study. But with so many great places to live and study, it can be tricky to pick the best place. In this blog, we look into the best cities for international students, using the QS Best […]
If you’re looking for your next cycle holiday, look no further. Using the Global Bicycle Cities Index, we look into the best cities in the world for cycling. These cities offer great cycle routes and infrastructure, plus a culture that values and promotes cycling. The index ranks cities based on six categories – weather, bicycle […]
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With charming cobblestone streets and snowy weather, there are many places across Europe that offer some wonderful Christmas markets. Whilst all promise to provide some festive cheer, you’ll also find local delicacies and artisan crafts to purchase, which you can choose to give to your loved ones for a Christmas present or keep for yourself! […]
If you’re traveling to a new place and want to explore everything it has to offer, you’ll want to be able to get around quickly, efficiently and safely. Below are the places which have been deemed to have some of the best public transport systems in the world, with affordable buses, punctual trains and easy-to-navigate […]
Last year we gave you a rundown of the best cities to live in and this year we’re back to update you on the movements for 2019. According to Mercer’s ‘Quality of Living Ranking’ for 2019 Vienna has topped the chart for the 10th year running. Every year Mercer evaluates a variety of different factors […]
It is no secret that colours are emotive. They can affect the way we feel, they can heal, and they can bring joy. They can remind us of a time of year, a certain place or a distant memory. Around the world different countries, cultures and groups of people associate colours differently. What could be […]
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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Before you discover the best cities in the world to live in, how about learning about the 10 best countries in the world for expats? We took countries from Internation’s Expat Insider survey and pitted them against one another, ranking them for cost of living, climate, employment, education, health and happiness to find out which […]
Coming out of university can be terrifying and the dreaded job hunt does nothing for graduate’s self-esteem. Months can pass with constant rejections and feedback of ‘we went for somebody with more experience’. Many are left with little choice but to put their career dreams to the side for a time and take up roles […]
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The World Health Organisation has reported a worrying increase of children with measles in Europe. Italy and Romania have seen the largest outbreaks and the WHO warns this is due to a drop in children being immunised. In January 2017 alone, Italy reported more than 200 cases of measles. Romania has reported 3,400 cases and […]
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In the recent past, here at the Expatriate Healthcare news section, we dove headlong into the 2015 HSBC Expat Explorer survey. The annual publication was the most extensive ever this year, taking into account the independent feedback of almost 22,000 different expats around the globe. In essence, the freely-available report aims to provide a “helicopter […]
It’s not until you’re thinking about moving abroad that you suddenly realise just how many options there are. From The United Arab Emirates to the United States of America, from Ireland to Iceland, how do you know which expat destinations are best? Arguably one of the most useful strategies is to consider the factors that […]
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