Welcome to the Out of the Office blog.

Hi, I'm Hannah, an expat from the UK now living in Cape Town, South Africa with my husband, Adam, and our Basset Hound, Snoop. I am a marketing and communications professional with 10 years of experience in web and traditional advertising, promotions, events, and campaigns.

I'm excited to have the opportunity to share my expat experiences with you as I settle into my new home country. Read on and enjoy. Please also feel free to get in contact - I'd love to hear your feedback and any recommendations!

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South Africa's healthcare system explained

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Jul 14, 2022

South Africa's healthcare system explained

Discover where you can find information on national health insurance in South Africa, such as how to get access to public or private...

Hannah D

May 5, 2022

Unique things to do in South Africa

There is no doubt that time spent in South Africa will be filled with fun activities. With experiences ranging from hiking and sailing to...

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Jan 27, 2022

How to stay safe in South Africa

South Africa is often perceived as a dangerous destination due to its high rate of violent crime. In this blog post I will share my tips...

Hannah D

Jan 18, 2022

How to host in your new home

Having family and friends visit you while you are living abroad is a great way to stay close to them. It also provides the perfect...

Hannah D

Dec 31, 2021

New Year's resolutions for expats

I think we can all agree that 2021 has been a crazy year! Despite its numerous challenges, this year has hopefully taught us how to adapt...

Hannah D

Dec 13, 2021

The joy of giving this Christmas

The decorations are up, the lunch invites have been sent out and the countdown to Christmas Day is in full swing. It should be...

Hannah D

Nov 21, 2021

How to beat expat loneliness

Moving to a foreign country is an exciting time, particularly at the start, when you're settling into your new home. Once the initial...

Hannah D

Nov 9, 2021

How to spend 24 hours in Cape Town

Cape Town, also affectionately known as the 'Mother City', is home to some of South Africa's most iconic landmarks, such as Table...

Family-friendly things to do in South Africa

Hannah D

Oct 29, 2021

Family-friendly things to do in South Africa

It's not surprising that families love South Africa thanks to its many attractions and activities. From wildlife safaris to botanical...

Hannah D

Oct 19, 2021

The HSBC Expat Explorer Survey 2021

For 14 years, HSBC has commissioned Expat Explorer: one of the longest-running studies examining the lives of those who relocate abroad....

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