How to Stay Confident Dating in New Countries After a Big Move

Relocating abroad is exciting, but it can also feel intimidating — especially when you’re trying to date in an unfamiliar place. If you want to gain confidence dating abroad and meeting people authentically, a few simple habits can make the process smoother. Firstly, always stay safe and don’t say “yes” out of obligation or guilt. Establish a pre-date routine to ease nerves, think of questions to fill awkward silences, and learn the local language. Also, just remember that many people move abroad and it's one of the most positive things they have done and you are in good company. A 2025 survey revealed that 17% of Americans were considering leaving the country in the next five years, with Canada and Italy topping the list of potential destinations. Dating Abroad in Middle-age Middle-aged people often describe midlife as a roller coaster, a mix of highs and lows that can knock down one’s confidence. While transitions can bring insecurity, they also present opportunities to redefine ......

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How to Navigate the early days of being an Expat

I moved from South Africa to Europe in my twenties and it wasn't always plain sailing. I am now based in Wales but I also spent time living in the Netherlands, France and Scotland before settling in Wales because as with anything it can all be about trial and error and I've certainly learnt a lot along the way. So I thought I would share a few key tips to making Expat life in the early days a little easier. Expatriation can be an exciting opportunity to embrace new cultures, advance your career or provide a fresh start for your family. However, moving to a different country isn’t without its challenges. The process can feel very overwhelming, and you may worry about finding your footing in an unfamiliar environment or navigating legal complexities without making costly mistakes. Here are hopefully a few tips that will be helpful in your expat journey Understand the Requirements Every country has unique immigration laws and understanding them can be tricky. Whether you’re applyi......

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How To Know If A Country Is 'Just Right' For You

*Contains Affiliate links  Most people like to have a rough plan of their lives and what they want to achieve in the future, or at least consider how we would like to live them, it’s very easy to think along conventional lines. Note that there’s nothing wrong with doing this. It might be that you wish to follow in the career footsteps of your parents and that living in your home town for the rest of your life is something you truly find appealing. However, many other people wish to consider just what else is out there, and how they can grasp it with both hands. They might think of moving to the big city and trying to chase their own career. However, there are even more options than this. With hard work and a little planning, you could live in many countries around the world, live many lifestyles, prioritize many pursuits. With a lot of research (and hardly any budget) and securing a job before I travelled, I've been able to live in South Africa, France, Netherlands and the UK. Tha......

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3 things to know about moving abroad

Having lived in more than one country and having moved from South Africa over to Europe more than a Decade ago and then also living in Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Nice and now Cardiff I know the stress and excitement of moving to another country and thought I'd share with you some of the things you may experience if your thinking of changing location.  While moving abroad may seem scary enough, you’re going to have a lot on your hands in terms of planning and preparations. You certainly don’t have to do all of this, though, but it will make your life a lot easier if you manage to take care of it before you head off. That way, you can simply relax and enjoy your adventure once you land - or at least have time to spend on being a bit anxious and nervous about everything. Here is a handful of the most important things you should take care of or look into before saying goodbye to your loved ones back home, plus a few of the things you should know beforehand so that you’re not tak......

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Tips for moving abroad & finding a new home

Now some of you may already know I am originally from South Africa and lived in Cape Town for almost 20 years although moved over to the Europe/UK permanently in 2006 and have been lucky enough to live in more than one city since. I spent some time living in Edinburgh (for around 18 months) as well as Falmouth, Amsterdam and the South of France but have now settled in Wales. Moving home let alone another country can be stressful and finding a place to call home in a new city can be daunting. I really loved my flat I shared with a friend near Leith in Edinburgh as well as the fun shared house in Falmouth and tiny studio in Amsterdam, learning about new places, navigating your way, building friendships, I wouldn't of changed my nomadic ways at all, in fact I still feel like there could be another big move but this time as a family. Having rented many places, opened new bank accounts, had things shipped, posted and moved a variety of times I thought I would share a few times......

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