The 6 Stages of Moving (and learning to live In-Between)
By Maria | Almost LocalEstimated read time: 6–7 minutes If you’ve ever packed up your life and started over somewhere new — in another city, another country, or another version ...
Home Is Where the Heart Thrives: An Expat’s Adventure
Tay’s journey from Argentina and Venezuela to Auckland, New Zealand is a heartfelt story of love, courage, and finding home in unexpected places. In this episode of Almost Local, we ...
No IKEA, No Problem: Finding Home in Unexpected Places
Moving back after years abroad comes with surprises — like realizing there’s no IKEA to help you start over. In this Almost Local story, I share what happened when we ...
Podcast Ep. 10: Navigating Life Abroad — 3 Lessons from Ines
From Peru to Utah, Ines’s journey offers real lessons about navigating life abroad. On the Almost Local Podcast, she shares how to open up to friendships, stay rooted in your ...
Almost Local Podcast Episodes, Expat Life and Dilemmas
Navigating Tsunamis and Transitions: 3 Lessons for Life Abroad
Happy Friday, fellow almost locals! It’s another day here in Cloudy, Auckland, New Zealand, and I’m coming to you with tales of navigating life from the world’s edges. Whether you’re ...
Expat Podcasts: Stories, Tips, and Life Abroad
Hi, I’m Maria! I’m your host at Almost Local, the podcast for anyone navigating life abroad. If you’re new here, a warm welcome! Almost Local is more than a podcast—it’s ...
Expat Challenges Nobody Talks About… and the Growth They Bring
Meeting Karina in person was truly wonderful. She grew up as an expat and brings a lifetime of experiences — from her childhood abroad to now, living in New Zealand ...