Expat Life in New Zealand
The honest emotional side of expat life: settling in, homesickness, friendships and the stories from our own ten years.
Christchurch vs Auckland: Which New Zealand City Should You Choose?
Christchurch vs Auckland compared: rent, house prices, jobs, weather and commute for 2026, from a couple who lived in Auckland and researched Christchurch.
Wellington vs Auckland: Which Should You Live In?
Wellington vs Auckland? We lived two years in each. Our honest comparison on housing, people, transport, weather and earthquakes to help you choose.
Breaking out of societies version of travel, Vagabonding through life.
From a very young age, we have all been formatted to think that travel can only be consumed a few weeks a year. Not anymore, become a vagabond.
Moving to New Zealand, A parental perspective (Interview)
Moving away from your family is a brave decision, but it can make you feel guilty. This article from a parental perspective will hopefully make you realize it's not as hard as you may think.
UK expat stories… Thinking ‘what if’ is soul destroying.
Read Nate Edwards story about how he came to settle in New Zealand and why you should make the move too!
*Guest Post* Following Your Dreams and Changing Your Life
Before we made the move to New Zealand, we didn't know if following our dream and changing our lives was worth it. You certainly won't know unless you try!
What is the definition of a Nomad? The advantages & disadvantages.
Without even realising it we some how are living as nomads. There are many disadvantages & advantages to living your life this way, how you define it is up to you.
How it feels returning to England: Expat Life
This is our experience on how it feels returning to England after living in NZ for almost 18 months. Things have changed and it feels weird!
Going back to England to visit as a expat & the belief of fate!
Thisw is the story of us going back to England to visit as a expat, as a now foreigner in our birth country.
When family & friends come to visit your expat lifestyle!
When family & friends come to visit you in New Zealand it can be challenging but also excting. These are our tips on how to make the most of it.