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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Finding your dream job in South Africa: A guide for expats

Hannah D

Jul 3

Finding your dream job in South Africa: A guide for expats

Moving to a new country as an expat is an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its share of challenges, especially when it comes to...

Cost of living in South Africa: essential budgeting tips for expats

Hannah D

May 19

Cost of living in South Africa: essential budgeting tips for expats

Moving to a new country brings excitement and adventure, but it's essential to understand the cost of living to ensure a smooth...

How to survive loadshedding in South Africa

Hannah D

Mar 24

How to survive loadshedding in South Africa

Loadshedding has become a part of life in South Africa, as the country experiences regular power outages due to a lack of energy supply....

South Africa's healthcare system explained

Hannah D

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...

Hannah D

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...

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