What is life like as an expat in your area?
When we asked people living abroad what life is like in their areas and how people spend their time, they said...
"Living in Korea as an expat or digital nomad can be an exciting and rewarding experience. The country is known for its vibrant culture, delicious food, and friendly people. Expats and digital nomads can find plenty of opportunities to explore the country, from visiting ancient temples to exploring the bustling cities. The cost of living in Korea is relatively low, making it an attractive destination for those looking to stretch their budget. The country also offers excellent public transportation, making it easy to get around. Expats and digital nomads can also take advantage of the country's high-speed internet, making it easy to stay connected with friends and family back home," commented one expat who made the move to Korea.

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"I am an expat wife and as such spend most evenings with our three children. It is rare for my husband to be home before 9pm so someone in a similar position to me has to be prepared to enjoy their own company and cope with all the homework too! By joining the above clubs and groups it's easy to develop a social network and be involved. We always have weekends together and try to visit somewhere different in Seoul. We enjoy our life here very much and even though I'm on my own a lot, I'm not lonely as such. By using prepaid calling cards, it's not expensive to ring Australia. We have cable TV and I enjoy reading so the nights are quickly occupied. For the men there is quite a lot more socialising after work than what we used to have at home, but that is part of the work ethic here. You set your own standards and guidelines," remarked another expat in Seoul, Korea.
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What is life like as an expat in your area?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.