Christmas in Chiang Mai
Is there Christmas in Thailand? Find out how Rachel celebrates!
Tag: customs
My Expat Journey Back to U.S. from Medellin
I had a major sticker shock when it came to the cost of living in the U.S. I had gotten accustomed to taking an Uber for $2, eating a three course l…
Make Some Noise! New Sounds for an Expat
When you are an expat in a foreign land, there may be cultural differences that take a little (or a lot of) getting used to.
What Not To Do When Getting Your Panamanian Driver’s License
Obtaining a Panamanian Drivers License-A Must-Do for Expats. But be aware of certain customs and regulations that may make life difficult if not plann…
Holiday Celebrations as an Expat
Enriching and memorable experiences while getting an understanding of the culture in strange lands. Here is my experience with holiday celebrations as…
Seven Panama Oddities Nobody Told Me About
No matter how diligently you read public blogs, here are some insider scoops on unusual things and more than seven oddities in Panama that caught me o…
My First Christmas Holiday in Oaxaca, Mexico
An insight into Noche Buena, Christmas Eve in Oaxaca, Mexico. An expat away from home during COVID-19
Strikes and Holidays in France
There is something about France you want to know before traveling. It would have saved us time and money knowing, but it was worth it.
The Do and Do Nots of Local Economy
Expats who force their home country’s culture on their host country by knowingly paying too much for goods and services can harm the local economy.…
6 Working Styles and Customs in Countries Around the World
As a corporate expat, you might find there are some differences in working styles. Better to know...