Expat Experiences

Kevan Vogler, Brno

Who are you? My name is Kevan Vogler. I’m originally from Edmonton, Alberta in Canada Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Brno, Czech Republic in 2004. Partly for romantic reasons and partly for a much

Cynthia, České Budějovice

Who are you? Ahoj! I’m Cynthia, an American expat from Washington state who is now living in the Czech Republic with my fiancé (then boyfriend). Where, when and why did you move abroad? I initially moved to Prague in November

Jasmine Mah, Bergamo

Who are you? My name is Jasmine Mah, I am a 26 year old Canadian living in Bergamo, Italy. Where, when, and why did you move abroad? I moved abroad in December 2014 to Bergamo, a city in Northern Italy

Laura Hinderaker, Melbourne

Who are you? I’m Laura, originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I’m a 26 year old expat living in Melbourne, Australia. Where, when and why did you move abroad? My husband and I moved to Melbourne, Australia in July 2014 for his

Annabelle, Tochigi

Who are you? Hi! My name is Annabelle. I’m a 24 year old woman from Wellington, New Zealand. I write a blog about my experiences called Origami Kiwi. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I’ve always had an

Anne Pinder, Madrid

Who are you? My name is Anne Pinder, originally from central Iowa (USA), but after more than half my life in Madrid at least partly Spanish. I love hiking, cycling, reading and discovering new places. Where, when and why did

Linda, Changsha (Hunan)

Who are you? My name is Linda and I am a German/American girl who loves traveling and exploring the world outside of my comfort zone. I studied foreign languages and business in Germany and California. I speak German and English

Lisa Jochim

Who are you? Lisa Jochim Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved from the USA in July, 2011 with my husband and youngest child who was 15 at the time. My husband took a new job with

Rebecca Richardson, Sofia

Who are you? Hello, my name is Rebecca Richardson and I’m a sales and marketing professional from the UK. Before moving to Bulgaria I have worked in Dubai, UAE and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. I love to travel and feel