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Live abroad

9 articles
10 things that only those who lived in the UK understand
4 min read 4 min

The UK moves to its own polite, rainy rhythm, and for those of us who’ve lived in the world’s greatest country (OK, I’m a bit biased), there are uniqu...

The surprising reason everyone should live abroad at least once
4 min read 4 min

The opportunities for travel are great, the new experiences you have are fun, the people you meet are inspiring, and you may even end up furthering yo...

How to live like a local (and feel at home from day one)
5 min read 5 min

It’s easy to feel alone, confused and even a little scared when moving to a new city. It takes a while to get the know the routines, rhythms and quirk...

5 dream trips around the world. What’s yours?
5 min read 5 min

Picture packing your bags, grabbing your passport in a mad dash as you rush out of the door, hopping on a train headed to the airport and arriving at ...

Why choose a host family when learning a language abroad
3 min read 3 min

When it comes to traveling, many of us convince ourselves that it will be too overwhelming to venture out solo. We ask ourselves a never-ending list o...

12 cool Italian expressions you’ll learn in Rome
4 min read 4 min

From gestures to food, to art, and, of course, language, Italians are known for being expressive in everything they do. With the help of a few of my I...

Australia vs. New Zealand: which is a better place to live?
5 min read 5 min

We see you over there, deciding between “Awesome” Australia and “Never-going-to-leave” New Zealand. And we get it: two fascinating English-speaking co...

EF Talks: Gustav Björling
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The first time I met Gustav, I noticed one thing immediately: this guy was polished. Tweed blazer, double buckle loafers, slim fit slacks, and pink so...

50 reasons why everyone should live abroad at least once
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Warning: Spending a month or two abroad (or indeed moving somewhere new permanently) will induce lifelong wanderlust that no amount of passport stamps...