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Medical Care in Thailand and What to Expect
When moving to Thailand for anywhere between six months and a year, you will likely encounter the need for medical care. I have found myself needing more medical attention in... keep reading
4 Things I Wish I Did Whilst Living Abroad in Spain; Regrets, Reflections and Resilience
While I can say that my first year living in Madrid felt like a dream and has without a doubt been one of the best experiences and adventures of my... keep reading
4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Moving To Spain as a Teaching Assistant
Thinking about moving abroad to teach English this year? Here are 4 questions to ask yourself before you take the leap! :)
Bedsheets, but Spanish: Need-to-Know Vocab for Buying Bedsheets in Spain
Picture this: I’ve been in Spain for four days, and I’m moving into an apartment that night. I’m standing in the ‘bedroom’ section of El Corte Inglés, where I’ve been... keep reading
Hagwon Hustle: Teaching at a Private School in South Korea
If you have been thinking about teaching English in South Korea, then you have probably heard the terms private school, hagwon, EPIK, and public school thrown around. It can definitely... keep reading
Should I Move Abroad? First Thoughts, Things To Consider and Introduction
Wondering whether you should move/teach abroad or not? Welcome to my first post! I will be sharing a little bit about me, why I chose to move abroad and how my experience has been so far. I will also be giving you some questions to think about, which will hopefully help you to make the decision that is best for you :)
Embrace the Rain: Challenges Bring Growth
Challenges are like the rain, it may not be our most favorite thing, but so worth it in the end, as we allow ourselves to grow.
Beginners Guide to Teaching in Thailand: Preparing For Your First Week
I talked a little bit about Thai schools in comparison to American schools in a previous blog post of mine, Understanding Thai School Culture: Two Weeks in Pattaya. In that... keep reading
What to Wear While Teaching in Spain
Ah, the eternal question…what to wear? The dilemma takes on new relevance when you’re living and working abroad. If you’re like me, you don’t want to stick out very much... keep reading
Beginners Guide to Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
One of the most frustrating questions I had before going abroad was, how can I teach English as a second language in Thailand. Every time I searched this on Google... keep reading
What’s Next: After Getting a Job Offer to Teach in South Korea
YAYYY!! Congratulations! You got the job! I hope it is everything you hope for with shorter working hours, nice vacation time, decent pay, a nice apartment, and so much more... keep reading
How to Prepare for Living and Teaching South Korea
So, you’ve made it through everything, the application process, getting TEFL certified, interviews, the visa process, and booking the flight. PHEW! Give yourself a round of applause! Preparing to teach... keep reading
Best Bars in Hongdae
Hongdae, the neighborhood surrounding Hongik University in Seoul, is famous for its art scene, cafes, shopping, and nightlife. The first two times I went to Hongdae I went clubbing at... keep reading
Benefits of Choosing to Teach Abroad in South Korea
To make the decision to teach abroad is hard enough, but to also try to choose a country to do it in is even harder. Each country has its own... keep reading
Money Matters: Navigating Finances as an Expat Educator in Thailand
Let’s get straight to the point: money. Whether you have already accepted a position to teach in Thailand or are still considering applying, you have likely already learned that Thailand... keep reading