Sharing Stories with Fellow Travelers and Expats
Part of the fun when you travel is who you meet along the way. Sharing stories with other expats is a great way to discover new places to explore.
Author: Mike & Eileen Brill Wagner
Food, Glorious Food!
Traveling provides an amazing opportunity to sample foods you may not have ever tried...and some food you may not dare to try.
Sanity Check–Your Mental Health Abroad
When you're traveling there are lot of things that may go wrong...and frequently do. Learning how to maintain a positive mental state is critical.
Musings on Food and the Marketplace
One of the best ways to learn about a country's food as an expat is to go to the marketplace. You can also learn a lot about the local culture there.
Life on the Runway–Travel and Exploration
When you leave the past and explore an unknown future as a nomad, life can be very exciting. Looking for the next place to settle is part of the pre-p…
Welcoming Guests as an Expat
Now that you are settled in your expat home, it may be time to welcome family members and friends. You want to show them the best your new country has…
Coffee Culture Around the World
Coffee is one of those drinks that we tend to take for granted--unless you've had the experience of working on a coffee farm or tasted varieties world…
Getting From Here to There (Part 1): Taxis and Ride-Sharing
Traveling within a city can get complicated, especially when you're dealing with less-than-scrupulous taxi drivers. It's important to know how to play…
Getting From Here to There (Part 2): Buses and Trains
Taking public transportation (when it exists) in a city can be challenging at first, but it also can be very gratifying.
Healthy Travel
Staying safe when you're traveling is important, but staying healthy is also at the top of the list when you're dealing with foreign environments.