In Episode 13 of The Expat-ations Podcast 🎙️, we speak with Palavi, a cross-cultural psychologist, about her experiences and expertise in navigating expat life in Saudi Arabia. Palavi shares her personal journey of relocating to Riyadh, offering valuable insights and practical tips for cultural adjustment. We discuss the challenges and rewards of living in Riyadh, building an expat community, and understanding Saudi culture. Whether you're considering a move to Saudi Arabia or seeking to enhanc...
Apr 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this engaging episode of Expat-ations 🎙️, Sherif takes us on a journey through his expat life, from growing up as an Egyptian American to leading major projects across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Sherif shares his early experiences of cultural identity struggles, his family’s move abroad, and the personal and professional challenges he faced. He offers insights into the expat lifestyle, the evolution of leadership in the Middle East, and how embracing new cultures has shaped his career and fam...
Sep 05, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this captivating episode of Expat-ations 🎙️, we delve into the extraordinary expat journey of Nancy Elazzi. Nancy shares her experiences of growing up in the Ivory Coast 🇨🇮, fleeing a civil war, and moving through Ghana 🇬🇭 and Lebanon 🇱🇧 before finally settling in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦. From cultural shocks to professional challenges, Nancy provides a candid look at the highs and lows of her expat life. Discover how she adapted to new environments, overcame language barriers, and found her...
Jul 07, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this eye-opening episode of Expat-ations 🎙️ , we sit down with Beth Bertiz, who began her expat adventure with a transition from the bustling streets of Manila to the dynamic landscapes of Dubai and Riyadh. Beth delves into her early experiences in the Philippines 🇵🇭 and how a leap of faith propelled her into a career that spans across two of the Middle East’s most vibrant cities. She shares candid insights into the cultural shocks, professional challenges, and personal growth she encounte...
Jun 05, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 10
What is it like to start your marriage life outside your comfort zone? How do you jump from being a shy outsider into a model, influencer and world traveler? All of these question and more will be answered by Gabi who arrive in Saudi Arabia from Brazil 🇧🇷 in 2014 and kicked off her expat experience newly married, literally on the other side of the earth. 🎙️ In this episode we talk about all the challenges Gabi had to go through to adapt and make the best out of her new reality. super inspirin...
Apr 18, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Amaan is an civil engineer from India Who was born in Saudi Arabia and lived here since then. Amaan went through different situations where he finds himself trapped between two cultures. He shares with us how that was challenging and helpful for his personality development at time. In this episode we talk about growing up as a child of an expat family in a different culture and experience life back at home at one stage. For more details and suggestions: Check out our social media: @thexpatations...
Jun 05, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Another aspect of the expat life is to move there as a kid and grow up in a while new society and culture. Chandler moved together with his family to Saudi Arabia when he was 9 years old. In this episode he share with us how this experience changed a lot in his personality and future opportunities and it could’ve all be different if he lived in his town. For more details and suggestions: Check out our social media: @thexpatations Or get in touch: [email protected] - www.thexpatations.com...
May 29, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Osman grew up suffering from sever social anxiety and it certainly proposed obstacles and challenges for him throughout his journey. He shares with us the details about taking the decision to work and move abroad. Osman is an Engineer from Egypt has been an expat for couple years now and he describes it as a life changing experience. For more details and suggestions: Check out our social media: @thexpatations Or get in touch: [email protected] - www.thexpatations.com...
May 22, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Urooj is a marketing manager born and raised in Saudi Arabia, She share with us the journey of being an expat person since born and how all that adds to one's personality and development. We also talk more about growing up and facing the constant changes in an expat life. Urooj also shares in this episode her experience in with mental health and it effects on your personal and professional life as an expat, with her personal opinion regarding the issue. For more details and suggestions: Check ou...
May 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Ever wondered how is it like to move and work abroad? This thought must have crossed your mind at least once,but as humans we always fear the unknown This podcast will provide a platform for expats to share their experiences and stories about moving and living to different countries and will help anyone who is considering an opportunity outside their home country We will talk about what kind of expectations one should have and best tips and advices to make this journey easier and more successful...
May 09, 2021•2 min
Pierre is an adventurous person, chose to have the expat experience and go through the challenges that it may have. Together with her young daughter, living in Saudi Arabia little more than a year. In this episode Pierre will share with us how can you enjoy your time and find the positive aspects even when your plans go wrong. We will discuss the circumstances and main difference in living in Saudi Arabia. Pierre talks about the different reasons for people to travel and moved abroad other than ...
May 08, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 4
Michael is an engineer from Greek (Half Finnish) shares with us his experience of moving abroad and with several years in Saudi Arabia and Africa. His career as an engineer has provided him a different experience while moving around the country for different projects and companies. In this episode we discuss how he views his past and future experience in Saudi Arabia and what kind of opportunities can be found there. For more details and suggestions: Check out our social media: @thexpatations Or...
May 01, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Danelle is a teacher from South Africa, who has been in Saudi Arabia for several years. An experience full of adventure and stories, some of them will be shared with us in this episode. She offers some of her most remarkable challenges than an expat might face during their first year of this journey and other takes and benefits you get as an expat. Together we will talk about how is it like to live in Saudi Arabia and how can someone make the best out of it! For more details and suggestions: Che...
Apr 24, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Lizette has been in Saudi Arabia for over 13 years now and you can say she mastered the expat experience! In this episode she will share with us how her story started and some of the unforgettable memories she made in Saudi Arabia. We discuss the progress of social life in general in Saudi Arabia and some of the challenges one might have living abroad, especially as a single woman. We go though the path of memories and moments she had throughout her experience as an expatriate to help provide a ...
Apr 17, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1
