| Croatian-born expat Srechko is no newbie when it comes to living abroad. He had spent some time living in Canada before deciding to move to Santiago, Chile, to teach English. Here he describes his desire to improve his Spanish-language fluency, one's ability to get by on a fairly low budget, and his appreciation of how Chileans in Santiago generally treat expats like him. |
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Expats Living and Working in Chile
Breaking the barriers at the end of the world: A Croatian expat's story in Chile
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A Chilean Expat Living in Belgium
| It has been more than five years since Leylandra left her home in Chile to move to Belgium, where she now lives and works in the city of Leuven with her husband. Her desire to live and work in an international setting is being fulfilled as she has made friends with many other expats as well as Belgians. Here she describes how learning French and English has been good for her job and everyday life, the cost of some goods, and what she thinks about some aspects of Belgian behavior. |
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Started in New Zealand, sailed around the world and for now I call Australia home!!
| Originally from New Zealand, JJ can probably be called an expert when it comes to expat living, having resided in several countries before finally settling down in Brisbane, Australia. Learn about how she indulges her passion for travel while keeping her feet firmly on the ground with the business she set up, and read her advice on how to get along with the locals. |
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Living in Santiago -- Not Your Typical Latin American City
| She has lived in various places all over the world, and now this American expat tells us what life is like for her in Santiago, Chile. Find out why she thinks Santiago isn't like any other Latin American city, her observations about the local culture and people, and why learning to speak the local language can be very important. |
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Why am I here in Chile? American expat Shannon's story
| Overcoming culture shock is one of the challenges American expat Shannon has been facing since her move to Chile, her husband's homeland. Read about how this country girl is coping with city life in the busy Chilean metropolis of Santiago, and what she appreciates - as well as dislikes - about her expat life in Chile. |
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Matt Ridgway in South America's Most Spectacular and Unique City: Valparaiso, Chile
| British expat Matt is no stranger to South America, having lived in Ecuador and Argentina before moving to Chile. He now lives and works in the city of Valparaiso, a place which he obviously enjoys and appreciates. Matt articulates what it is he likes about living in Chile and gives helpful suggestions on understanding and adjusting to the local culture. |
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Musings from inside, outside, and underneath
American polyglot Clare is a seasoned expat, and her way of life now finds her living in Chile, which feels like home to her. Learn what it's like for her to live and work in Chile, get a sneak peek into things like the cost of living in the tourist town of Viña del Mar, and read about what Clare plans to do after she finishes her Fulbright research grant. |
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Just Married, Chilean Style
| Having fallen under Chile's spell when she was younger, it's no surprise that American expat Kyle found herself returning to this South American land several years later. She now lives with her husband in the city of Santiago, where she does some online work. Read about expat Kyle's experiences in Chile, a country that has played -- and is continuing to play -- a major role in her life. |
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