Another checklist you must be thinking – that’s the last thing I need amidst this process of moving, packing, leaving, adjusting, farewells, new hellos, and adjustment. But yes, what if by reading and taking one tiny step this makes a difference – would it be worth it? Here are three of the […]
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You have heard the term, yet need to understand it. If you are American with foreign bank accounts then read to gain the information you need. What is the FBAR? The FBAR stands for Foreign Bank Account Report, and it refers to the annual report that the US Department of Treasury requires for Americans […]
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At this time of the year, many expat families relocate to new destinations. While they unpack their personal belongings, many also take their portable careers out of their suitcase. If like me, you are a partner who has built a portable career to keep on working while following her husband, I invite you to read […]
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There are 9 openings currently with Zapier that give you the freedom to live the life of an expat/digital nomad. Click here for more info. All of their team members are remote workers! “All 150-plus of us work wherever we’d like—reliable internet access is our only requirement. Spread across 15 time zones in 17 countries, […]
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If you are venturing into parts unknown then more than likely you are taking a smartphone with you loaded with apps. These tools will help you succeed whether you are a digital nomad, a humanitarian, on a work assignment or adventuring into new cultures due to relationships or in search of a relationship. Top Apps […]
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Announced on the 7th of August, 2018 Swissquote said on Tuesday it will acquire Luxembourg-based Internaxx Bank SA for 27.7 million euros ($32 million). The deal will primarily give SwissQuote the ability to serve expat clients since that is the specialty of Internaxx. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval, which is expected to take place in the first […]
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“For some people (yes, us) food doesn’t go to the stomach; it touches the soul and goes straight to the heart.” ~ ExpatWomanFood.com If you grew up with doughnuts then you may realize that they have an emotional value. I find that global nomads the world over often remark on where they found their doughnut […]
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Five years ago I wrote a post, 15 Things I Want to Tell My Third Culture Kids. I’ve been writing my kids letters and telling them things for years. When they return to school every three months, they return with packets of letters. One for each week, usually written on the back of a photograph of people and […]
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I spent several years in with Enterprise Rent-a-Car before beginning my travels and work internationally. Having rented cars around the world and worked with those who have I’ve gained experience to share with you. Note, it’s always good to have an international drivers license. Are you Renting a Car? If you are renting, it’s […]
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By Andy Molinsky, Expatriate Specialist: Global Competence Xavier Frei wanted to get down to business. A Zurich-born manager with 10 years’ experience working in Germany and Switzerland, Xavier had just landed a few days ago in Monterrey, Mexico, at a small pharmaceutical company that was recently purchased by Xavier’s company, a major European pharmaceutical firm. Xavier’s new […]
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