The Expat-ations

Cross-Cultural Insights: Thriving as an Expat in Saudi Arabia | Palavi #13

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 enhance your cross-cultural understanding, this episode provides essential guidance on relocation to Saudi Arabia, cultural adjustment Saudi Arabia, and thriving as an expat in Saudi Arabia. Learn about expat life Riyadh, expat community Riyadh, and practical advice for living in Riyadh.

USA, Egypt to Saudi Arabia : Sherif's Leadership & Life Abroad 🌍✈️ | Sherif Anis #12

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 family life. Tune in to discover how Sherif navigated through cultural shocks, managed leadership roles, and found his place in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly changing landscape.

Navigating Life Across Continents | Nancy Elazzi #11

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 place in diverse communities. Nancy's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of embracing change. Tune in for an inspiring narrative that will resonate with anyone navigating life as an expat.

Career, money and life of an expat | Beth Bertiz #10

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 encountered along the way. Tune in to hear Beth’s inspiring story of adaptation and success in unfamiliar territories, revealing how moving abroad reshaped her life and career.

Jumping into adventures Brazil to Saudi | Gabi Dolphino #9

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 inspiring Episode to kick off Season 2 of the Expat-ations podcast! 🏁 Connect with Gabi