Love marriage and partnership

Expat Guide

Love & Partnership Abroad

Looking to fall in love abroad? Or maybe you’re relocating with your partner? For more information on love and partnership around the world, our expert guides provide information on everything from local engagement traditions to gay marriage options.

Long-distance relationship Long-distance relationship

The secrets to maintaining a long-distance relationship

 Learn how to make your love last the distance with these simple yet effective tips for couples sharing a long-distance relationship.
Dating in Europe Dating in Europe

Dating in Europe: first date etiquette

 The dating game is hard enough, even when you know the rules. How is dating in Europe when you don’t know how the game is played? Here’s a guide to...
Online dating Online dating

Online dating guide for single expats

 Dating as an expat has its own set of challenges and perks. Luckily, anyone looking for a partner in an international setting has a plenty of options, including online dating.
How to flirt How to flirt

How to flirt: a European guide

 The French flatter and the Brits are crass. So says a social anthropologist in this review on how to flirt across cultural boundaries in Europe.
Cultural stereotypes Cultural stereotypes

Expat dating: debunking the myths surrounding cultural stereotypes

 Learn how to navigate the dating pool in your new home country as we reveal the truth behind those amusing cultural stereotypes.
Divorce abroad Divorce abroad

Divorce abroad: steps to protect your children

 What happens when the expat dream ends in despair and frustration with a divorce abroad? If your marriage breaks down, the prospects can be daunting if you live in another...
English divorce law English divorce law

English divorce law abroad

 Living abroad is often beneficial for a career, but what if it ends up destroying your marriage? For British couples abroad, English divorce law may apply to ensure a swift...
Wedding ring Wedding ring

Wedding ring traditions from around the world

 We explore the origins of the wedding ring and how it came to be made and worn in different cultures and religions throughout the world.
World citizen World citizen

Moving for love: being a world citizen

 Being a world citizen isn’t a rejection of local values and culture, but it can come at a cost for some relationships. Rather than thriving in a local environment alone,...
Expat relationships Expat relationships

5 realities of expat relationships

 Hop on board and buckle up for the roller coaster of expat relationships. The realities of dating abroad are more difficult than they might first seem.
Meeting the parents Meeting the parents

Enchanté? Meeting the parents in a foreign country

 You’re an expat and you’ve been dating a local for some time, so the moment has come to finally meet your partner’s family. How can you make a good impression...
Dating after divorce Dating after divorce

Expat tips for online dating after divorce

 Divorce is rarely easy for any side, but it can feel more daunting getting back into the dating world as an expat.
Online dating tips for men Online dating tips for men

Looking for love: online dating tips for men

 Searching for a potential mate online can be intimidating no matter where you are. How can you prepare yourself when you wade into the world of digital dating while abroad?...
Online dating tips for women Online dating tips for women

Online dating tips for women living abroad

 Living abroad is rewarding, but getting into the dating scene is challenging if you don’t speak the local language. If you follow a few online dating tips for women, finding...
Online dating profile Online dating profile

How to create the best online dating profile

 Wandering into the world of online dating? First impressions are key, so you’ll need to make a good one. Catch the eye of a potential partner with essential tips for...
Living apart together Living apart together

Home alone and happy: how living apart together helps couples

 Who says you have to live with the one you love? Couples living apart together are bucking tradition in favor of an option that strengthens their relationship.
Meaning of flowers Meaning of flowers

The meaning of flowers around the world

 We explain the different meanings of flowers around the globe to help you avoid faux pas when gifting them in your new home country.
Public displays of affection Public displays of affection

Let’s get physical: Europe and public displays of affection

 Europeans have vastly different languages of love when it comes to public displays of affection. What are the social norms for public and private intimacy where you live?
Valentine's Day Valentine's Day

The tragic, unromantic history of Valentine’s Day

 The true meaning of Valentine’s Day takes a different light when you learn about its history. Who was Saint Valentine anyhow? Take a look at Valentine’s Day traditions around the...
LGBT friendly LGBT friendly

The most LGBTQIA+ friendly countries for expats

 If you’re part of the LGBT+ community, read our guide to 10 of the best LGBT+ friendly countries for expats.
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