Tools & resources for expats
Below you find a list of useful websites, online resouces and tools. If you would like us to add a tool or link to this page, please contact us.
Useful links and on-line resources
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Children & Schools
- TCKID - A Home for Third Culture Kids TCKID is a Non-Profit Community Dedicated to Connect Third Culture Kids. Open to all ages, races, cultures, and backgrounds.
- International Schools Services For over 55 years, ISS has been dedicated to supplying international schools with everything they need to provide their students with a world-class education.
- The Suitcase Press SuitCase Press is the leading global organization devoted to the many faceted areas of relocation.
- Global Baby Tips to keep you and your infant smiling before, during and after your International move.
- USA Girl Scouts Overseas USA Girl Scouts Overseas serves American girls living overseas and girls attending American or international schools.
Conferences for Expatriates
- BPW International International Federation of Business and Professional Women
- Expat Expo We welcome all English-speakers to come to an exhibition that guarantees to enhance your lifestyle in Switzerland...whether you are here for a week or a lifetime...
- Hellenic Resources Network Conferences in and about Greece for expatriates.
- Expatica News and information for the international community.
- I am not a tourist Lifestyle fair for internationals and expatriates living and working in Spain
Expatriate Websites
- Allo Expat Enjoy Allo' Expat information & communities throughout the five continents.
- British Expats Articles, forums, discussions and more, for the British Expats community
- Expat Finder Making life abroad easier with ExpatFinder, the comparison website for expats around the world.
- Expat Arrivals Resources for finding expat jobs, managing finances and understanding local culture
- Expats Reunite Reuniting friends and families all over the world.
Factual Information
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Wikipedia
The free encyclopedia that anyone can edit. - National Geographics Inspiring people to care about the planet since 1888.
- Oxford Dictionaries Dictionary by Oxford University Press. Answers questions on English grammar, spelling, and usage.
- thesaurus.com The largest and most trusted free online thesaurus
- MSN Encarta Find dictionary definitions, synoonyms and antonyms.
Film, TV & Video
- YouTube A place to discover, watch, upload and share videos, anywhere in the world.
- iPlayer Missed a programme on the BBC? Catch up here, for free.
- 4od Missed a programme on Channel 4, E4 or More4? Catch up here, for free
- ITV Player Missed a programme on ITV? Catch up here, for free
- Vimeo A respectful community of creative people who are passionate about sharing their videos.
Health Information
- NHS Information from the National Health Service on conditions, treatments, local services and healthy living.
- Health & Medical Advice Over 115 articles on healthy living on subjects including food, fitness, alcohol, smoking, allergies, travel health, sexual health, autism, cancer, child health and many more.
- Health Risk Calculators Calculate your body mass index, determine pregnancy dates, and asses your risk of heart disease and/or kidney failure.
- NetDoctor Searching for medical information? Find out all you need to know about the prevention, treatment and management of more than 500 diseases and conditions.
- Spark People SparkPeople.com is the largest online diet and healthy living community with over 8 million registered members.
Money Saving Deals
- Money Supermarket Search 1000s of discount codes and vouchers.
- Groupon Find great deals on fun things to do, based on your location
- Money Saving Expert Cutting your costs and fighting your corner
- Hot UK Deals Find out about promotions and bargains on the high street and online.
- CraigsList Local classifieds and forums for jobs, housing, for sale, personals, services, local community, and events.
News
Pets
- Pets on the Go Pets on the Go is the definitive guide for information on pet friendly B&Bs, inns, hotels, resorts and private rentals.
- Moving with your Pet Taking pets abroad is not something you should do without detailed planning and careful consideration. Get advice here.
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Pet Travel
Information on the best ways to travel with pets. - Pet Health Info A 'one stop source' featuring a wealth of animal health information and advice to help owners and potential owners to make decisions about their pets' healthcare.
- Popular Pets Pet Care Information for all types of popular pets. Learn everything you can about caring for your pet, because they deserve it.
Photography
- Flickr Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world and manage your photographs online.
- Photobucket Image hosting, free photo sharing and video sharing.
- ImageShack Upload your photos, host your videos, and share them with friends and family.
- MorgueFile Allow others to use your photographs in their projects, free of charge.
- iStockPhoto Royalty-Free Stock Photos, Illustrations & More
Recipes & Cooking
- BBC Recipes With over 13,500 recipes, you're sure to find the perfect dish!
- allrecipes.co.uk Recipes and cooking ideas for British and Irish cooks.
- UKTV Recipes Good Food Channel's recipe database of over 14,000 recipes and video recipes is updated daily.
- sparkrecipes.com Browse delicious, healthy recipes submitted by our 8 million members, all showing complete nutritional information.
- studentrecipes.com Quick, easy and cheap recipes for students, submitted by students.
Relocation Services
- BR Anchor Publishing BR Anchor Publishing's primary goal is to prepare individuals and families for domestic or international relocation.
- Relocation Expert We can offer you up-to-date, impartial advice on moving home and starting again in a new area.
- Relocation Journal MSI's Relocation Journal provides you with up-to-date industry news, industry blogs, white papers and complimentary webinars on the most relevant domestic and global relocation topics.
- Embassy Information Locate British embassies, high commissions and other diplomatic posts across the world.
- HR-Guide Relocation Services A detailed directory of relocation services.
Social Media
- Facebook Facebook connects people with friends and others who work, study and live around them.
- Twitter A micro-blogging site that encourages short & timely updates up to a maximum of 140 characters.
- MySpace Music, movies, celebs, TV, and games made social.
- LinkedIn A networking tool to find connections to recommended job candidates, industry experts and business partners.
- Bebo An open, engaging, and fun environment to allows a new generation to discover, connect and express themselves.
Students & Studying
- iAgora Work with people from other countries, develop your language skills and build a global CV.
- Study Abroad Summer study abroad programs, internships, volunteer abroad programs, high school study abroad programs, intensive language programs and more.
- A2Z Languages Study languages abroad in Latin Ameria, Europe, Asica, and North America.
- Online University Degree Search Comprehensive profiles for every state university. We provide an excellent resource for you to research your favorite university.
- Global Student Experience GSE offers summer, quarter, trimester, semester, and year-long study abroad programs in Europe, Australia, and Latin America.
Taxation & Finance Advice
- Savings Calculator The HSBC savings calculator range features online calculators to help you work out interest on your savings account, calculate a savings goal or plan a budget.
- Global Tax Help Tax solutions both for US expatriates overseas and for foreign nationals including resident or non-resident aliens with IRS tax exposure, as well as estates, partnerships and small businesses with offshore investments, sales or operations.
- Barclays Offshore Banking With over 300 years of banking experience, Barclays Wealth offers world-class offshore banking and international banking services.
- International Tax Planning Information on who can help with your international taxation planning.
- Save Savings No-risk banks, building societies, savings arrounds, news, advice and guides.
Travel Advice
- Travel.com Daily deals & last minute vacations, plus luxury deals - sample air/hotel packages (originating in the USA).
- My Family Break MyFamilyBreak is a network of like minded parents sharing their experiences on holiday destinations and hotels that are especially suited to cater to the needs of their kids.
- Direct Gov Travel & Transport Find your quickest route from A to B anywhere in Great Britain by car, public transport or on foot, plus get live traffic information
- Travel & Living Abroad Travel advice and tips for British travellers on staying safe abroad and what help the FCO can provide if something goes wrong.
- Expedia Travel deals: cheap flights, hotels, holidays and city breaks.
Volunteering Abroad
- Projects Abroad Projects Abroad is the leading volunteer abroad organization. We offer a diverse range of international service projects, plus the opportunity to become part of one of our volunteer communities abroad.
- Cross-Cultural Solutions Help address critical global issues in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, or Latin America. Volunteer to promote education and childhood development, break down stereotypes and stigmas, and improve quality of life.
- United Planet Over the past decade, United Planet has brought together thousands of people all over the world in the effort to build cross-cultural understanding and provide vital services to communities in need.
- NGO Abroad A unique service that helps you enter or advance in international humanitarian work and provides frugal international volunteer opportunities.
- Global Volunteers Join short-term volunteers in our non-profit network providing long-term, ethical service on a volunteer vacation abroad or a USA volunteer program.
