Expat Life
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Marriott Comes to the Balkans – Rewards Card is Worth it!
Before leaving the Unites States, some wise friends of ours recommended us to apply for the Marriott Rewards® Premier Credit Card. We were already Marriott Rewards members, but the credit card takes it to the next level. Initially, we experienced a bit of sticker shock, but trust us: The $0 Intro Annual Fee for the first year, then $85 annual fee is well worth it. The Marriott Rewards Premier card has quite a few perks to recommend it. First off, the signup bonus. Earn 50,000 Points after spending $1,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. It has a great rewards rate of 5 points per $1…
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How My Life Changed in a Year
This year has gone by in the quickest of flashes. Each successive day seems to differ just slightly from the last. When a year’s worth of those days has passed, I find myself in an entirely new place from when I began. While the past must stay in the past – as dwelling will do no good – I think that reflection is an important component of personal growth. Looking back at a period of time all at once, like a snapshot, allows me to see what I’ve accomplished and how I’ve grown – spiritually, physically, emotionally and more. Reflection can be done at any time – and can focus…
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What to Send in Expat’s Care Package
I’m an American, who loves living in the Europe! I have embraced the Montenegrin lifestyle and to confirm this I now frequently start working at 10AM after having sipped a cup of coffee at cafe for a couple of hours. I find myself looking at “Westerners” as rushing through things and focused too much on tasks. But…I also still love a plan, and I confess to having taco seasoning stashed in the back of my cupboard for those nights that I need to make some tacos for comfort. After all, it’s only been 2 months! To be honest, I don’t miss that much about the US because I’m having a bundle of fun discovering Europe – however,…
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5 Things to Remember When Becoming An Expat
At some point or another, almost everyone has fantasized about packing up and spending some time in another country. Maybe you’ve got the itch to live in a different climate, to try different foods or to become bilingual. Whatever the reason, if you’ve decided you’re ready to give things a try in another country, here’s some things you should remember. 1. Remember to keep your expectations realistic. If you need help in finding “reality” in your new situation, ask your boss or other associates who have been lived here for a while. 2. Everyone is different in how they deal with jet-lag and in how long it takes them to…
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A Day in the Life of an Expat Mom
My family recently moved overseas for work after six years of interviewing, searching and researching more about where in the world that would be best for my family. I have been writing for seven years, and this move is exposing me to new things and also learning how to write in a foreign setting. I have a 9-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old son, who attend the local national school because homeschooling is illegal in Montenegro. I have been married to my husband, Real Geek Dad, for 14 years, and we are learning life as he works from home. Pray for me! 😉 6:45AM My kids wake up. I usually hear…
