Expat Experiences

Diana, Geneva

Who are you? My name is Diana, I was born and raised in Mexico. I am currently living in Switzerland and I am married with Emmanuel that is French (I am half French, but have never lived in France). I

Rebecca Thandi Norman, Copenhagen

Who are you? Rebecca Thandi Norman, co-founder & Editorial Director, Scandinavia Standard. I’m originally from Boston, MA, USA. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I originally moved abroad to Copenhagen in 2008 to study during my undergraduate. During

Oliver, Frankfurt

Where, when and why did you move abroad? I am originally from the UK and first went overseas to asia for study. After travelling, studying and working in a few different East Asian countries, I knew that I would never

Laura Berg, Copenhagen

Who are you? My name is Laura, and I’m a German expat currently living in Copenhagen. I’m 27 years old and work in an investment bank as a risk manager. In my free time, I also write a blog, The

Claire Bolden McGill, Maryland

Who are you? This is an excellent question, because I am truly a different person from the person who came to America three years ago from the UK. I had all this bottled up ambition, aspiration, energy and optimism to

Sarah Ryrie, Steinhausen

Who are you? Sarah Ryrie, mum of two and wife to one(!). I am a full time mum and home-maker, though I do some freelance writing and blogging to keep me sane. Where, when and why did you move abroad?

Courtney Alkek, Brisbane

Who are you? I am Courtney Alkek, an American expat who lives in Australia. Where, when and why did you move abroad? We moved to Brisbane, Australia in July of 2014 for my husband’s job. What challenges did you face

Stewart McKay, Yau Ma Tei (Kowloon)

Who are you? My name is Stewart, and I am an English teacher currently living in Hong Kong. I’m originally from the UK. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Hong Kong just over 3 years