Introduction Expatriates, also known as “expats”, are individuals who are temporarily or permanently residing in countries outside of their home nation. Oftentimes they move to a new country in order to pursue educational, career, and…
Introduction: Connecting with Locals Hey there! I’m here to talk about a super important activity for any traveler or expat, and that’s connecting with locals. You may be wondering why that is so crucial? Well,…
Introduction to Living Abroad Ya know, livin’ abroad ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. Sure, it has its benefits — the opportunity to explore new cultures, gain a new perspective on life, and experience the ultimate…
If you’re thinking about making the move abroad, it’s important to be prepared for the challenges that come with living in a new country. From culture shock to homesickness, there are many potential obstacles that…
Whether you’re moving to a new country for work, study or simply to experience a new culture, it’s inevitable that you’ll go through some form of culture shock. Culture shock can be overwhelming and frustrating,…
Bangalore is home to more than 10,000 expats. The biggest challenge when you move to a new country is to make new friends. We may not have connections from school and college for us to…
Since I last lived in India, the arrival of digital meters into Tuk-Tuk’s to calculate the rickshaw fare has created greater confidence that I am getting charged the right fare. I – and I may…
I’ve recently returned to India after a three year sojourn in the UK – my home. Moving from Northern Ireland to India is a culture shock regardless, however, with my experiences of living in Mumbai,…
I arrived in India in late March and today, I do not have a bank account, despite being in employment since the 21st April. I’m afraid to report this isn’t some ‘anti-capitalist life mantra’ following…
Why is study in India for foreign students more expensive? Many colleges and universities quote higher fees for NRI (Non-resident of India) and international students. Application forms of such colleges have three categories under the…
