Being one of the most glamorous cities in the world, the social life, culture and wealth of New York City has been a source of inspiration for many in America and around the world. Admiration aside, how much does it actually cost to get by in the Big Apple? While it is certainly a spendy place, more than eight million people find a way to make their lives work here on a daily basis … here's what to expect if you hope to join them.   What you...

With a combination of modernity and outstanding natural surroundings, Vancouver is one of Canada's most desirable cities. While many visitors have openly mused about moving to this amazing metropolis during their time here, it is worth noting that the cost of living in this place is no joke.  Are you prepared to pay the price to live in paradise? Read on below to see if you have what it takes.   What you can expect to earn here Being th...

Standing tall as America's Second City (even if Los Angeles has since passed it in population), Chicago has one of the nation's most vibrant business, food and cultural scenes.  From theater that rivals what is available on Broadway in NYC, to American food standards that subtract years from your life but add to your inner happiness, Chicago has so much to discover that you may want to spend several months here.  If you choose to d...

Toronto is Canada's largest city and its centre of media and culture, but with cultures from all across the globe calling this metropolis of 5.5 million people home, its praises are sung by most that visit this vibrant alpha world city.  Being such a desirable place to live also means that the T Dot (as it is called by many locals) is not the cheapest spot in the world to visit. If you are prepared to shoulder the financial responsibilities ...

Cairo, an overcrowded and lively city known for its ancient history, is also known for being a hotspot on every tourist and traveller’s list. Travellers come from all over the world just to witness the Pyramids or see the Sphynx, and in turn find a cultural wonderland of color and spices. With a population of over 10 million, Cairo is home to many expats who work abroad, travellers and students of Cairo’s study abroad programs. Let’s take a look ...

Tokyo is a city famous for its rich culture, technology, shopping, nightlife, and expat living. Tokyo is massive - large enough to be considered a prefecture as well as a city. Tokyo is a city where East-meets-West, while Japanese culture is still present, there are so many western elements in Tokyo. Some may think of living in Tokyo like living in the future. Considering everything Tokyo has to offer expats and travellers, living in Tokyo f...

Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, is one of the most populated cities in the world. It’s also known for being one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the world today. Dhaka is a great melting pot of many cultures, and is home to more than 12 million people - locals and expats a like.  Dhaka is charming, multicultural and a cheap place to live for any traveller or expat. If you are considering finding work abroad, or if you are ...

The Midwest of the United States is a welcoming place for travellers and potential expats. Those who are familiar with travelling the United States may already know that travelling and living on the coasts are costly and can be too expensive. In contrast, the middle of the U.S. can be warm, friendly and inexpensive. The most famous city in the Midwest U.S. would be Kansas City, Missouri, a city famous for its Barbeque sauce and cheap city living....

Tokyo. London. Paris. New York City. Rio de Janeiro. All of these locations exhibit the bustling, thriving, congested characteristics that fulfil our expectations of major cities. When people begin to travel abroad, they typically travel to popular locations such as capitals and other major destinations because these places are well established for tourists with comfortable accommodations and people have established a knack for multiple languages...

The internet is overflowing with articles about Thailand, one of the hottest destinations in the world for traveling, working, and teaching English abroad. Millions of foreigners flock to the country every year for the infamous beach parties, tropical island get-a-ways, elephant rides, and Bangkok nightlife. Just last year, Bangkok was rated the most visited city, and over 26.5 million people visited the country overall. For anyone looking t...