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 Spain as an expat or digital nomad can be incredibly rewarding - the great weather, wonderful people and fantastic culture make it an ideal place to call home. Expats and digital nomads can benefit from having access to some of Europe's most vibrant cities and a wealth of opportunities for employment and leisure activities. Public transportation networks are reliable and affordable, and the cost of living is generally lower than in many other European countries. Expats and digital nomads can take advantage of the thriving cultural scene and the array of outdoor activities that come with life on the Mediterranean coast. Furthermore, healthcare and education systems are widely accessible and of a high standard," remarked another expat in Spain.
"Typically the Spaniards priority is family. They have extended family near by and visit quite often. You may be friends at work, but once the work day is over the friendship normally does not extend to socializing outside the office. Soccer (or futbol) is big and a good topic of conversation. Additionally people enjoy travelling from one side of the country to the other on holiday. If Spain has a holiday on Thursday, schools will give the children off on the Friday too so that families can travel. The winter and spring breaks are very long...again so people can travel. Folks are always going somewhere," said a member in Madrid, Spain.
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- What are the schools in Spain like?
- Is the cost of living in Spain high?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Spain?
- What are healthcare services like in Spain?
- Is the cost of living in Spain high?
- What type of recreational facilities are in Spain?
- What is the weather like in Spain?
- Are there good restaurants in Spain?
- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Spain?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Spain?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Spain?
- What do I need to know when buying property in Spain?
- Are foreigners allowed to own property in Spain?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
What is life like as an expat in your area?
If you live in Spain, newcomers to Spain would love to hear your answer to this question.
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of InternationalTravel.ai and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and InternationalTravel.ai, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.