A re-cap of the most popular posts on Expat Explorer in April:
1. How
to make a long distance relationship work – For the second months in a row
this is our most read blog post. Let us know if you would like to blog about
how to make a long distance relationship work across different countries, time
zones and lifestyles.
2. Expat
Excellence featuring Emily Wachelka – The expat challenges Emily set
herself – and challenges expats to do the same – have gone down extremely well.
Settling in in a new country is not an easy task – if these challenges (or if
you have your own) have helped you let us know!
3. Expat
Excellence featuring Lexi Mills – Another expat guest blog tops the charts
for May’s most read posts. Read all about her tips for moving abroad in an
organised fashion – something many expats aspire to!
4. Guest
Blogger Series: Introducing... Chelsea Christensen – This guest blog has
been in the top 10 many times since it first graced Expat Explorer back in
August 2010, a testimony to what a lovely story it is.
5. What's
in your suitcase? – Travelling often makes up a large part of expat life,
whether that is moving somewhere new, heading home to visit friends, or going
on a well-deserved holiday to a new destination. Our post on business travellers and what they
put in their suitcase is a great read for any frequent flier.
6. Guest
Blogger Series: Introducing… Ashley Thompson – Survivor of expat life in
Japan, Ashley, reveals how to survive in a country where you can’t even read
the local language! An interesting post, and well worth a read.
7. How
to prevent the culture shock of repatriation and feel as if you’ve never left
– Another post that has seen many top 10 posts lists. Whilst culture shock is
in the forefront of many expats’ minds – repatriation often isn’t even
considered. It is so easy to expect that “going home” will be a smooth and
enjoyable transition.
8. I
love Moscow because… - Based on an audio slideshow on the FT website, this post takes a
look at expat life in Moscow, and all the vibrancy and opportunity that
affords.
9. Are
you an expat entrepreneur? – Looking at the stories of entrepreneurs taking
on the added challenges of setting up shop abroad. If you fit this description
let us know – we’d love to hear your experiences.
10. Top
Tips for Repatriation – As the second post in this month’s top 10 talking
about repatriation, it is clear that this is an important expat topic. Do you
agree with these tips? Or do you have your own views?
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Some of the blogs are really good. I think it is important to ensure that you are covered by an expat medical insurance provider before you go anywhere where you're not eligible for a health cover.
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