Hannah DMay 52 minUnique 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 DJan 272 minHow 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 DJan 183 minHow 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 DDec 31, 20213 minNew 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 DDec 13, 20213 minThe 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 DNov 21, 20212 minHow 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 DNov 9, 20213 minHow to spend 24 hours in Cape TownCape Town, also affectionately known as the 'Mother City', is home to some of South Africa's most iconic landmarks, such as Table...
Hannah DOct 29, 20213 minFamily-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 DOct 19, 20212 minThe 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....
Hannah DOct 14, 20212 minDelicious South African dessert recipesHurray for National Dessert Day! A great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth with some mouthwatering recipes. Here are three popular South...
Hannah DOct 13, 20212 minHow to make friends in South Africa Whether you are moving to a new country on your own, with a partner, or as a family, it can be lonely leaving behind loved ones. Take...
Hannah DOct 8, 20215 minSettling in to South AfricaIt's crazy to think that we've now been living in South Africa for just over a month. While we still have a lot to tick off the 'to do'...
Hannah DOct 3, 20212 minWhat I've learned after a month of living in South Africa A whole month in SA. How time flies when you're having fun! We're now staying close to the city in a two-month rental by the beach until...
Hannah DSep 28, 20213 minLoyalty programmes in South AfricaIt's always nice to feel appreciated. Whether by your colleagues, your significant other, or family, and friends, sometimes it's the...
Hannah DSep 24, 20213 minBest cities for expats to live in South AfricaMoving to a new country can be a daunting experience. With a population of over 60 million, South Africa is one of the most diverse...
Hannah DSep 16, 20212 minEssential apps for expats in SABeing surrounded by technology in the 21st century, it's hard to imagine life before the internet and smartphones. How did we communicate...
Hannah DSep 14, 20212 minWhat I’ve learned after a week of living in South AfricaWhat a week it’s been staying in Somerset West in the Western Cape. We moved to SA thanks to my husband’s Intra-Company Transfer Work...