The Difference Between Being a Tourist and an Expat

The Difference Between Being a "Tourist" and an "Expat"

How my life has changed since I moved to Cambodia. 
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Happy Canada Day From Amsterdam

Happy Canada Day From Amsterdam

This holiday weekend, I'm reflecting on what I miss most about my home and native land. 
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Coping with Loneliness Abroad

Coping with Loneliness Abroad

Thriving in a new country means getting past a sense of isolation and embracing the excitement of a new challenge.
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    Coping with Loneliness Abroad

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    Thriving in a new country means getting past a sense of isolation and embracing the excitement of a new challenge.

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Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture

Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture

Slow down and don't miss lunch…how hard can it be?
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    Working in Laos: How to Adapt to an Unfamiliar Work Culture

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    Slow down and don't miss lunch. How hard can it be?

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Learning the Art of Embracing the Unplanned

Learning the Art of Embracing the Unplanned

I used to live for plans. Now, nothing excites me more than the unknown.
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Disco Fevers Dead, But Dengue Fever Isnt

Disco Fever's Dead, But Dengue Fever Isn't

Here’s how I dealt with getting the dreaded illness in Thailand.
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Keeping The Friendship Alive

Keeping The Friendship Alive

The truth about maintaining long-distance friendships.
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What Its Like to Teach English in Siberia

What It's Like to Teach English in Siberia

Being an ESL teacher in Novosibirsk means working with students of all ages.
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Starting from Scratch as an Actress in Amsterdam

Starting from Scratch as an Actress in Amsterdam

Casting directors, agencies, production companies and theatres. You name it, I researched it.
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Coping with Swiss Bureaucracy

Coping with Swiss Bureaucracy

Roadblocks that I've encountered re-establishing my life abroad. 
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Why Im Moving to Cambodia

Why I'm Moving to Cambodia

One month in Siem Reap turned into three. Now, my whole future has changed. 
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I Just Want To Be Friends. What Could Go Wrong?

I Just Want To Be Friends. What Could Go Wrong?

Friends: We all need them, but getting them overseas can be tricky. 
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How a Language Reflects Culture

How a Language Reflects Culture

Understanding basic personal pronouns can teach you far more about Vietnam than you might imagine. 
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When The Work Abroad Adventure Has Lost Its Spark

When The Work Abroad Adventure Has Lost Its Spark

What happens when living abroad isn't rewarding anymore—and how do you know when to call it quits? 
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Actively Seeking Adventure

Actively Seeking Adventure

My favourite must-do activities in Novosibirsk, Russia.
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Expat Living: Building Friendships

Expat Living: Building Friendships

Making friends with expats has its downfalls, but I still do it. Here's why. 
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How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work Remotely

How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work Remotely

Showing your employer that you can get the job done from any location takes planning, communication and commitment.
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An Actress Abroad

An Actress Abroad

I never thought I'd move to the Netherlands. Here are three hurdles I encountered along the way. 
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Analysis-Paralysis: Should I Stay or Go?

Analysis-Paralysis: Should I Stay or Go?

How I decided whether to extend my time abroad.   
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