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Parenting Style: Far East vs. The West
Author and Blogger Brian O'Sullivan helps expats examine the differences in parenting that exist in Western and Far Eastern cultures. Emotional self-regulation and self-recoginition are a few of the topics he explores.
Expats and the Zika Virus Scare
Expats in several countries in South, Central and North America find themselves in the middle of the Zika virus crisis. There are varying perspectives among expats, and we thought it would be interesting for others to read what they're thinking.
5 Tips For Living in Jakarta, Indonesia
Expats in Jakarta, Indonesia offer some great advice on what it's like to live in the capital of this island nation. From choosing a house to a stark warning for husbands and wives alike, this is a great place to start when considering a move to Jakarta.
5 Tips For Living in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Expats in Dhaka, Bangladesh live in a developing nation, yet a city that is also home to a significant part of the nation's technology, industrial and financial base. Some of the sites are beautiful, yet the poverty is also difficult for some to see over an extended period of time.
Culture Shock in Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas
What's it like to move to paradise in the Bahamas? An expat on Treasure Cay, Abaco provides some great insight into her culture shock, an absence of culture, and even the various stages of imbibing as an expat in the Bahamas.
Culture Shock in Abidjan, Ivory Coast
An expat in the Ivory Coast has found the locals to be very unfriendly. She has lived abroad for 22 years and feels that the Ivory Coast is the most difficult place that she has lived.
Living in Minturno, Italy
An expat who retired in Minturno, Italy says the people there are the most welcoming, friendly and accepting group she has ever met. She appreciates the low cost of living, beautiful weather, history and culture of Minturno.
Living in Davao, Philippines
An expat who has lived in Davao, Philippines for 10 years says that life in Davao revolves around socializing, eating, drinking and living a nice and happy life -- in and surrounded by nature. Although there is some work to be found in Davao, he explains that it's best to have remote Internet-based work from outside the country.
Moving to Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico
An expat in the coastal city of Ensenada, Mexico in Baja California about 1 hour 45 minutes south of San Diego talks about expat life in Ensenada. She recommends that people considering a move there come for a month or more in the winter to be sure you will enjoy Ensenada in its cooler, less picture-perfect season.
Dream vs Reality of Living in Manta, Ecuador
An expat couple explains how the negative reviews of Manta, Ecuador made them initially overlook this "working-class city." After visiting several others cities, they gave Manta a chance and realized that it was the perfect destination for them!
Retirement in Corozal, Belize
A retiree in Corozal, Belize chose Corozal for retirement because he had a friend with property there, wanted a lower cost of living and tropical climate. The most rewarding aspects of expat life in Belize have been the long-lasting friendships he and his wife have made, living in a different culture and enjoying a new cuisine.
