| Born in Japan, lived in Switzerland, Louise now calls the island of Mahé in Seychelles home - a country where she has family ties. She continues her love affair with this African nation, having lived there for a number of years in the 1990s. Louise describes her life as an expat in Seychelles and shares information on things like the cost of housing and employment options. |
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Africa
Living in Seychelles
An American in Uganda with a camera and a notebook
| American expat Glenna leads an adventurous life in Africa, where she works as a journalist. This young woman, who writes the blog Uganda Scarlett Lion (www.ugandascarlettlion.blogspot.com) describes how she came to be living in Kampala and aspects of her life there. She also gives helpful tips on things like the cost of living and how to avoid malaria. |
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Life in Marrakech
| British expat Elizabeth moved to Morocco with her husband two years ago after having visited that country many times. She describes some of the sights and sounds of the city of Marrakech, the leisurely pace of life, and some of their favorite things to do there. |
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Walk like an Egyptian
| German expat Cathy, who works for a clothing company, shares what it's like to live in Egypt -- a land of mystically ancient and glorious history. Egypt may not be the ideal location for first-time expats, and Cathy helps to provide helpful information and tips on the practical aspects of living in the land of the pharaohs. |
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American expat writer Crickett's exploration of a different culture while living in Morocco
| Crickett and her daughter have been living in Morocco for almost a year, a country she says has "a slower, more relaxed way of life that moves to its own ancient rhythms." She shares aspects of what life is like in Rabat that foreigners will find useful, such as the mode of dress and protocol for taking photographs. Crickett also gives advice on topics like getting medical care and investing in property. |
 Crickett Carlisle aka Lady Macleod |
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American expat Jillian is enjoying the experience of living in Morocco
| It's been a couple of years since Jillian moved from the USA to Morocco, where she teaches English. She shares some aspects of what it's like living in Meknes, such as the cost of living, her determination to learn the language, and the hospitality of the Moroccans. |
 Jillian C York |
A Dutch expat living in South Africa: Writer and photographer Miriam's activities in Cape Town
| Living in South Africa has been a rewarding experience for Miriam of Holland. She talks about her work in South Africa, the local customs, the friendliness of the people, and many of the other things she likes about her expat life there. |
 Miriam Mannak |
Living in Africa: American expat Amy's life with her family in Dakar, Senegal
| Living in a third world country has its ups and downs as American woman Amy has discovered during the three years she and her family have been living in Dakar, Senegal. Beyond the poverty and other socioeconomic problems though, there are numerous treasures to be found in this African nation, such its warm people, abundance of recreational options, and the wealth of sights to see and experience. |
 Amy Johnson |
American expat Charlotte lives a literally high-flying life with her husband near Johannesburg, South Africa
| Though originally from the USA, Charlotte finds that she doesn't miss her homeland as much as the UK, where she and her husband lived before moving to their present residence near Johannesburg, South Africa. The cost of living is much more manageable, they are surrounded by natural beauty, the conditions are favorable for their passion for flying. There may be some rough spots--like being a bit too close to nature--but all in all it has so far been a memorable experience. |
 Charlotte Hanks Moher |
A glimpse into American expat and missionary Paul's life in Nairobi, Kenya
| Paul and his family have been living in Nairobi, Kenya for almost two years now. They'll be returning home to the USA in a few months and they'll be taking lovely memories of their experiences of life in Kenya back with them--such as the terrific weather, the friendly people, and the impact of their missionary work there. |
 Paul Merrill |
