Voting as a US expat can be incredibly confusing. Can we vote? Does it open us up to additional taxes? When do I need to register? The task itself can feel so daunting, that many expats make excuses and don’t…
Spending the Holidays Abroad as an Expat
Being an expat is one of the most exciting things that I’ve ever done. It’s equal parts terrifying and liberating to take the leap to move abroad. Just over two years ago, my boyfriend and I made the big decision
Two Years as an American Expat in Amsterdam
On September 1, 2017, Jon and I stepped off the plane at Schiphol airport and into a new life. As of this week, it has been two years as an American expat in Amsterdam. It’s kind of hard to believe….
Finding a Job in Amsterdam as an American
Finding a job in Amsterdam as an American isn’t impossible, but I won’t lie to you and tell you it’s easy. I’ve been through all of it – working full-time, being unemployed with no visa, and working as a freelancer….
One Year as an American in Amsterdam
This past weekend, Jon and I celebrated what we have been calling our “Amsterdamiversary” – the one year anniversary of beginning life as an American in Amsterdam. It’s so crazy to me that one year ago we were packing up…
Seven Things No One Tells You About Living in Amsterdam
There are a lot of obvious things that people tell you about living in Amsterdam as an American. Words to know in the Dutch language, how to ride the tram, that the bike path isn’t a sidewalk. But as an…
