Best toy stores in Istanbul
Istanbul has some good toy outlets, but you won’t find these stores just anywhere. You might assume that Istanbul’s busy Istiklal Street would have a good toy range, and although it does have a few …
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Best supermarkets in Vietnam
Vietnam has become a hub for the adventurous, with budget backpackers and travel bloggers leading the way. In recent years it’s seen an influx of digital nomads, entrepreneurs and young expats looking to explore all …
Supermarkets in Indonesia: Where to shop like a local
Home to over 267 million people, Indonesia is one of the biggest nations in the world with more than 17,500 islands. It’s been a popular travel destination for decades, but now many expats are relocating …
Grocery shopping in Malaysia: Best supermarkets and wet markets
Malaysia’s food retail industry is brimming with options – from hypermarkets and convenience stores to traditional “Mom and Pop” shops, the diversity of shopping opportunities caters to literally every need. Locals living in major cities …
Best supermarkets in Thailand
When shopping centres first opened in Thailand, most people were still buying their groceries in open-air markets. And although you can still purchase most of your groceries on the street today, supermarkets are becoming more …
Moving to Dushanbe as a foreign family
Considering a move to Dushanbe with your family? While this is not a popular expat destination, you’re not alone. What type of foreigners typically move to Dushanbe? There are only a few hundred expats in …
Best supermarkets in Turkey (2023)
Historically in Turkiye (Turkey), food was bought in local markets and small convenience stores called “bakkals”. Today there are around 90,000 of these small businesses nationwide. These tiny outlets provide food for people in local …
Studying in Thailand as an international student
With over 20,000 international students making the journey each year, Thailand is quickly becoming a popular university destination. In fact, in a study of thousands of international students, Thailand was picked as the number 1 …
Why you should consider studying in Malaysia as an international student
With diverse culture, rich history, and affordable tuition fees, Malaysia is increasingly becoming a desirable destination to study. One of the top reasons to study in Malaysia as an international student is that it has …