Living in Brazil: the ultimate expat guide

Enrico: "I kind of knew that Paraiba was the place for me"

British expat, Enrico moved to Paraiba just over five years ago. He lives in a small village by the beach in the north of the state with his Spanish partner and two daughters, leading a pretty off-grid lifestyle in a very quiet place.

Meredith's in Brasilia

My name is Meredith and I'm a thirty-year-old American, originally from upstate New York. I'm a high school English teacher who decided that I wanted to combine two of my favorite activities, teaching language and culture, and move abroad to teach at an international school.

Invest in Brazil: Finding opportunities despite the crisis

Despite Brazil's economic and political dull context, the country remains an attractive destination for local and foreign entrepreneurs as confirmed by many expatriates living in Brazil. While some pinpoint the weak and unstable economy – due to which many foreign companies have closed their offices – many still believe in the country's bright future.

From traditional Italy to a small ecovillage in Brazil

“We sleep and wake up to the rhythm of the forest”. Lorenzo, an artist and writer and Iside, a naturopath, are an Italian expat couple. Tired of their traditional life in Italy, they chose to relocate to a small ecological village on the coast of Bahia, Brazil, with Leone, their 6-years-old son. In this interview, they talk to us about their choice, their everyday life in the heart of nature and their projects.

Amazon rainforest fires: Expats on ground speak

It has been more or less a month since the Amazon rainforest fires have started. While fires happen in the rainforest every year, it has been reported that there are more than 80, 000 fires which is 85% more than what was recorded last year. So, what do expats on ground have to say?

Expat leaves everything to start a new life in Brazil

It's been 3 years since Laurence settled in a small village in the northeast of Brazil, where she owns a beach house. After 13 years as sales and administrative manager for a perfume designer in France, a great disappointment made her want to leave everything and move to the other side of the world. She thus embarked on a new life-changing adventure. Here's her story.

Author Melanie Cheng discusses the impact of a bicultural upbringing on identity

Join us as we explore the journey of Melanie Cheng, a writer profoundly influenced by her upbringing in Hong Kong and Australia. Her unique bicultural background has deeply shaped her perspective and voice as a storyteller. Today, Melanie shares insights into how navigating two distinct cultures has enriched her writing, offering a nuanced exploration of identity, belonging, and the complex interplay of language and tradition in her work.

How different countries approach midday breaks

Lunch breaks are more than just lunch. They can also be a cultural phenomenon, especially when you consider how different a lunch experience in a different country can be. Today, we are looking into what lunch breaks are like across the world and which countries take them most seriously.