Writers
Real advice from real expats navigating life in over 30 countries worldwide.
Andy Williamson
Founder of Expatra, location-independent entrepreneur living across 5 countries for 20+ years. Helping others plan expatriate life with practical, trusted guidance.
All articles
Ola Degteva
As Expatra’s Communications Officer, Ola draws on her own international relocations and expert network to support expats with clear, verified guidance for moving and settling abroad.
All articles
Tom Julian
Tom Julian is a contributing insider to Expatra, expat and relocation consultant, and expert on Europe—especially the Balkans—offering guidance on global citizenship and destination solutions.
All articles
Rod Larrivee
Rod, a Canadian expat in Panama since 2011, co-owns Retire in Panama Tours, offering 7-day relocation tours and expat services to help others explore and move to Panama with confidence.
All articles
Emily Derrick
Emily, a UK-born freelance writer now based in France, shares her passion for travel, shaped by time in Canada and Europe, and enjoys outdoor life with her two dogs.
All articles
Emilie Mason
Emilie, a public relations expert based in Sofia, Bulgaria, shares insights on expat life, drawing from her experiences living, traveling, and raising a family in the country.
All articles
Celine Arison
Céline Arison, a French-American expatriate in Italy, is a passionate travel writer who speaks English, French, German, and Italian, sharing insights from her global journeys.
All articles
Andrew Coleman
Andrew Coleman, CPA, brings 15 years of tax expertise and personal expat experience to helping US citizens worldwide through Taxes for Expats.
All articles
Jack Griffiths
Jack, an Australian freelancer in London, writes for Expatra while exploring life abroad. A seasoned expat, he hopes to live in Spain, Italy, and South America next.
All articles
Daniel Shillito
Daniel Shillito, expat and co-founder of D&G Property Advice, is a property consultant, financial adviser, and mortgage broker helping expats find homes in Italy.
All articles
Elena Lazzaroni
Italian expat Elena moved to the Philippines in 2010, leaving banking behind. She now assists others with relocation and property services, sharing her expertise and experience.
All articles
Marina Kukusta
Marina has lived on the Costa del Sol for over a decade, offering friendly, practical advice to help expats navigate life in Spain—from paperwork to fiestas, and everything in between.
All articles
Gabriele Berti
Italian freelance writer Gabriele draws on his expat journey in Australia, sharing lessons from travel and inspiring others to embrace new ways of living.
All articles
Jasmina Nevada
Jasmina is a content planner and writer, a passionate traveller, and a seasoned expat with experience living in Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and the USA.
All articles
Jemima Michielsen
Based in Central Portugal, Jemima is a freelance English writer who combines commercial copywriting with rural life, raising heritage cattle and enjoying culture, history, and wine.
All articles
Kate Alex
Digital nomad Kate Alex relocated to Buenos Aires, where she immerses herself in the city’s rich culture, diverse neighborhoods, and dynamic arts and music scene.
All articles
Sarah Jordan
Based in Costa Rica since 2019, Sarah left a career in criminal justice to pursue writing. She covers travel and wellness and lives the Pura Vida life with her rescue dog, Coconut.
All articles
Simon Cooper
Simon moved to Paraguay in 2001 from England and now shares his knowledge through his blog, Simon’s Paraguay, while helping expats find and purchase property in this lesser-known country.
All articles
Jacob Powell
Jacob is a Swansea-based freelance writer with a background in English Literature. He writes for Expatra and draws on his personal connection to expat life through family and future plans.
All articles
Archibald Humpage
Archie, a British expatriate based in Malta, serves as a client executive at Framont & Partners, assisting expatriates with tailored investment and financial solutions.
All articles
Chris Heath
Chris, a real estate expert with 25 years' experience in Thailand, helps expats navigate the property market through his agencies, development projects, and Real Estate Thailand Blogs.
All articles
Debbie Strub
Debbie, a healthcare professional and lifelong expat, has lived in Germany, the UAE, and Ghana. She now resides in Ecuador after many years in Alberta, Canada.
All articles
Hannah Morby
Hannah, a freelance writer in Carmarthenshire, UK, left a career in higher education to enjoy life as a copywriter, mother, and keeper of a small menagerie of pets.
All articles
Jacob Klein
Jacob Klein is a growth manager at Far Homes, a platform helping international buyers find homes in Mexico for vacation, investment, or relocation.
All articles
Joana Neziri
Joana, a freelance content writer based in Los Angeles, embraces the digital nomad lifestyle, combining her love for travel, fitness, and writing to inspire fellow adventurers.
All articles
Joana Torres Fernandes
Joana, Partner at L.V.P. Advogados in Lisbon, is an immigration specialist passionate about helping expats relocate to Portugal with ease and confidence.
All articles
Kate Dryden
Kate, a U.S. expat in Germany, now lives and works in Nuremberg with her husband and dog, Olive, embracing European life and her passion for travel and culture.
All articles
Kate Ozikiz (Smith)
Kate Ozikis (Smith), a British expat in North Cyprus, runs Ian Smith Estate Agency and helps expats navigate relocation with expert advice and property guidance in the TRNC.
All articles
Lenka Babarikova
Lenka, a Slovak expat in Chile, combines her background in linguistics with her passion for writing, eco-living, and hosting guests at countryside cabins she built with her husband.
All articles
Lila Sanders
Lila, a New York-born writer now based in Turkey, has lived across Europe and the Middle East. Fluent in four languages, she writes and supports local street animal rescue efforts.
All articles
Maria Luisa de Castro
Maria Luisa de Castro, founder of Costaluz Lawyers, is a Spanish lawyer helping English-speaking foreigners with property, immigration, and relocation matters in Spain since 2006.
All articles
Marit Grotenhuis
Marit Grotenhuis, originally from Holland, runs MP Exclusive, a real estate consultancy in France, helping clients find their dream home after over a decade of living and working here.
All articles
Matteo Spadafora
Matteo, a licensed real estate agent and mortgage broker in Milan, helps foreign buyers navigate Italy’s property market with expert guidance and full-service support.
All articles
Matthew Dursum
Matthew Dursum, a writer, journalist, and surfer from Michigan, travels the world exploring cultures and communities, sharing his experiences through storytelling and his website.
All articles
Max Strano
Max Strano is a registered architect in Italy and the UK, specializing in sustainable design, renovations, and construction management for local and international clients in Sicily.
All articles
Paolo Rigo
Paolo Rigo, founder of Studio Rigo – Tax & Accounting, is a certified international tax expert in Verona, helping expats in Italy with cross-border tax matters since 2007.
All articles