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Emma Thornton
Family & Lifestyle Editor
Emma writes about family relocation, international schools, expat lifestyle, and the emotional side of moving abroad.
Articles by Emma Thornton(8)
We Moved Our Family of 5 to Bali โ The Brutal Honest Truth After 18 Months
Two adults, three kids (ages 4, 7, and 10), one container shipment, and 18 months in Canggu. International school fees, visa nightmares, healthcare scares, and why we're not going back.
March 19, 2026
The 7 Worst Countries for Expats in 2026 โ And Why People Keep Moving There Anyway
Saudi Arabia, China, India, Japan, Nigeria, Germany, and the UAE regularly top 'worst for expats' surveys. Yet millions of foreigners live in each. Here's the honest truth about their challenges โ and what makes people stay.
March 18, 2026
Dating as an Expat: The Unwritten Rules of Finding Love in a Foreign Country
Dating within the expat bubble or with locals? Navigating cultural norms in Japan vs Colombia vs France? The apps, the language barriers, the visa complications โ and why 'expat transience' makes everything harder.
March 18, 2026
Moving Abroad With Pets in 2026: Airline Policies, Country Rules & the Real Cost
The complete guide to international pet relocation โ from quarantine countries and airline comparisons to the hidden costs nobody warns you about. Covers EU, UK, Japan, Australia, Thailand, and Mexico.
March 18, 2026
New EU Pet Travel Rules Take Effect April 2026 โ What Changes for Expats With Dogs and Cats
Stricter health certificate windows, mandatory rabies titer tests, and new traceability requirements hit April 2026. Here's what pet-owning expats moving to or within Europe need to know.
March 18, 2026
Is It Worth Moving Abroad in 2026? Pros, Cons & What Nobody Tells You
Moving abroad can slash your living costs, accelerate personal growth, and radically improve your quality of life โ but it also brings loneliness, bureaucratic nightmares, and challenges nobody warns you about. Here's the honest reality check for 2026.
March 7, 2026
Job Hunting Strategies for Expats in Canada: Tips for 2026
Navigating the job market in Canada requires strategic planning. In 2026, understanding work permits, salaries, and networking will be key for expats.
March 3, 2026
What Nobody Tells You Before Moving to Colombia
Thinking about moving to Colombia? Here are the essential truths and insights that no one tells you before embarking on this exciting journey.
February 28, 2026