Before Ruth returns home to the USA, she discusses some of the things she learned living in Christchurch, New Zealand, and gives a few tips on adapting to the local culture. Memories of a friendly people and the breathtaking scenery, in addition to a richer vocabulary, are some of the things that she'll be taking back with her. |
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American expat Ruth's reflections on living in New Zealand
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Living in Fiji: A satisfying and spiritual experience for American expat Caroline
| Living on an island somewhere in the South Pacific brings to mind images of a tranquil and laid-back lifestyle. Perhaps, but people like American expat Caroline, who lives on Koro Island, do their part to add to the region's serenity. She and her husband are not only enriching their spiritual lives there, they're helping others with theirs too -- via spiritual retreats and a book they've written. Read on for more about just what it is that makes living and working in Fiji an enlightening and peaceful experience for Caroline.
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 Caroline Cottom |
American expat Jessica talks about her life so far in Waikanae, New Zealand
| Jessica is an American woman who loves to travel; she and her husband have been living on New Zealand’s Kapiti Coast for several months now. Read on for her very useful tips on moving to New Zealand, information on housing, and some of the things that she likes and dislikes about her new home. |
 Jessica |
Filipino expat Orly finds Melbourne, Australia to be the ideal place for family living
| Orly moved with his family from the Philippines to Melbourne, Australia, something that they had been planning to do for quite some time. Even though he misses his homeland sometimes, he is glad to be where he is now: in a country he sees as ideal for raising his family. |
 Orly |
Austrian expat Robert’s tongue-in-cheek account of living in Australia’s Gold Coast
| It’s been many years since Robert moved from Austria to the Gold Coast, Australia, where he now lives with his wife. Read on for his bitingly witty commentary on aspects of living and working in Australia, the people, and what would-be expats should keep in mind if they’re thinking about moving to the Land Down Under. |
 Robert Barta |
Haf is a traveler who currently calls Melbourne, Australia his home base
| Haf has lived in several countries and is now living in Melbourne, Australia, from where he travels to other nations in the Pacific Area. It's a place where he finds Australianisms to be fun, the Australians to be fantastic, and the culture to be an internationally mixed experience. |
 Haf |
Norwegian expat Alexander's thoughts on what it's like for a foreigner to live and work in Canberra, Australia
| His being an expat living in Canberra, Australia is part of Norway-born Alexander's deal with his wife to spend time in each of their home countries. Life in Oz has its own set of quirks, he finds. His advice for those planning on moving to Australia? Prepare for the unexpected. |
 Alexander Johannesen |
