Living in New Zealand changed me in ways I never expected. In this reflective Almost Local episode and blog post, Maria explores culture shock, Kiwi culture, friendship abroad, belonging, and ...
Living abroad changes you in ways you don’t always expect. At first, it might feel exciting — a fresh start, a new country, a different lifestyle. But over time, many ...
What does living abroad really feel like? In this episode, Yani shares her journey across Argentina, the US, Australia, and New Zealand — and the lessons on identity, belonging, and ...
Returning to New Zealand as an expat isn’t starting over — it’s starting differently. In this reflective piece, I share what it really felt like to return to NZ after ...
