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The Best Cities in the World for Gay Expats

There are quite a few major cities that are gay-friendly. Whether it’s overtly through their Gay Parades, or just the tolerance and understanding of their citizens, members of the LGBT community making an international move can find themselves welcome in many destinations. For those of you thinking of moving to Europe we have to put together a list of the best destinations for gay expats moving abroad either for temporary relocation or to permanently set up home. 1. Tel Aviv, Israel This dynamic, diverse and vibrant city is affectionately known as “The City that Never Sleeps. In a world-wide survey by GayCities.com and American Airlines, 43 percent of voters chose Tel Aviv. New York came a distant second with 14 ...

Why 33% of Americans Consider Moving Abroad

The land of the free and the home of the brave may not be so attractive anymore, particularly to the approximate 33% of Americans who are considering moving abroad – permanently or temporarily. According to the U.S. Treasury Department statistics for 2014 showed a 14 percent increase in expatriations, to 3,415. Some of the reasons Americans are so keen to make the international move to foreign climes has something to do with a sense of adventure, but not entirely. Many Americans want to move for economic and lifestyle reasons: more affordable healthcare, lower taxes and improved education among them. These are the findings of a recent national survey conducted by Harris Poll. Of those who are considering moving abroad, the ...

9 Signs You Have Been Living in Sydney Too Long

Who could ever say they’ve been living in Sydney for too long? It’s such a diverse, beautiful, exciting, and vibrant city that “forever” would not be long enough. But you’ll certainly notice when you’ve assimilated (read this blog post for tips) and have almost become a “Sydneysider” (you can never really be one, unless you’re born there). There are certain little signs and clues that suggest you’re shaking off the US and getting more into NSW and your international move to Australia has been successful. 1. You start finding it a lot easier to get around. At least once you know where you’re going. And you don’t take the trains anymore. They don’t come often enough and when they do ...

Moving to London? Learn these Must-Know Phrases

So you’re moving across the pond to London, eh? Think you’ll know what they’re talking about over there, do ya? Moving abroad even to a country with ostensibly the same language, can be pretty stressful. As George Bernhard Shaw is reputed to have once written: “America and Britain are two countries divided by a common language.” Check out this blog post for some additional tips that will help a lot in your international move to the UK. Once you’re living in London, don’t ever say you’re going to be wearing a vest to a meeting – because people will look at you pretty weirdly: a vest is a British undershirt: what you really mean is a waistcoat. And if somebody ...

What to Bring or Leave Behind on an International Move

One of the most important things you have to do when you are moving abroad is decide what to take and what to leave behind. This is where the maxim “travelling light” comes into play. You have to be tough and brutally strict with yourself and your family about what to pack for an international move: what you absolutely cannot do without, what you think you might need and what would just be nice to have along. Only the first category goes on your moving checklist which you must stick to so you won’t become totally bogged down in superfluous stuff, which will just hamper you, slow you down and probably make moving overseas a lot more expensive than it ...

10th of March, 2016
In: Expats, International Moving

Do American Expats Have to File Taxes?

Short answer: Yes! Medium answer: Don’t think that just because you are no longer living in the United States you are exempt from filing taxes while living abroad, even if you pay tax in your new country of residence. Long answer: There are very strict conditions, procedures and even exemptions that you should know about, and this blog will give you a broad outline of those things you should be aware of. However, we recommend you speak to your accountant or tax preparer for more expert advice. You can also go directly to the IRS website to find a detailed Tax Guide for US Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad, and read this blog post for more information. Be aware that ...

10th of February, 2016
In: Expats, Moving, Relocation, World Attractions

Romantic Traditions from Around the World

Love makes the world go round, so the saying goes…and people in different countries have different ways of declaring their undying devotion. From literally wearing your heart on your sleeve to sending pressed white flowers to the object of your affections, you will experience a wide range of Valentine’s Day traditions when moving abroad for international relocation. Just as we looked at holiday foods from around the world, let’s have a look at Valentine’s Day traditions from 10 different countries you might be moving overseas to: 1. Japan Japanese Valentine’s tradition switches traditional gender roles, with women presenting chocolates – “Giri Choco” – to men instead of vice versa. This does not necessarily have a romantic association as they’re given ...

Foodstagrammer Paradises throughout the World

Now that you’re moving overseas, one of the most important things you’ll be discovering is new food. Depending on your tastes – and your sense of adventure – you will have an exciting gastronomic experience touring the restaurants and eateries of your new city and region. Don’t be too locked in to just visiting well-known restaurants in the city when living abroad: get out into the countryside, find villages and “hole-in-the-wall” restaurants. That’s where you’ll probably find the most amazing – and ethnically authentic – dishes and snacks. Just about everyone likes seeing pictures of what other people are eating, so I’ve developed this Foodstagrammer’s guide to the most popular foods from around the world found on Instagram. Some of ...

A New Home at New Year’s: 7 Steps to Making It Yours

All the planning, shopping, doubts and fears of moving abroad are behind you. Now you’re finally moving to a new home abroad, and you will start the New Year off with a bang! Moving is a huge change, so you might think you do not need to make other New Year’s resolutions. But, that is totally wrong – you need to make at least 7 more resolutions to make your new home “yours” right from the very first day. 1. Be practical: International relocation is stressful, no matter how well prepared you are. But the first rule is: “Don’t rush or panic!” Just be practical. The most important rooms you will need to get set up quickly are the bedrooms. ...

24th of November, 2015
In: Expats, International Moving, Moving, Moving Services, Moving Tips, Relocation

Top 10 International Shipping Tips to be Thankful for

Now that you have confirmed your move abroad, it’s time to start planning how to relocate your entire life across the ocean in the most efficient way possible. It’s not just a matter of getting the family (and possibly the family pet) on a plane with their luggage, but your entire household, and maybe even your car, needs to be moved. With Thanksgiving coming up, we will give you 10 international moving tips that you can truly be thankful for: 1: The shipping company Moving the entirety of your belongings overseas requires more than just a couple of suitcases – you will most likely need to ship many of your things either by sea or by air. When searching for ...

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