Expatriotical

So... you met someone! They are funny and smart and kind, they have a good job, they contribute to society, and you think that they might be, the one. The only problem is, they don't live in the same country as you do or you don't live in your native country- you live in theirs. What do you do?!? Today, Chandra interviews fellow expat, Heather Dawes, who has navigated this circumstance herself. Her love story is like something out of the best real life Rom Com ever. You will laugh, you may cry, but above all you will walk away inspired! Listen in to Part One of this incredible, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation. And stay tuned to the end, to hear about a delicious yet adorable "Chan Select". * This week's "Chan Select": Le Choupinet [https://lechoupinet.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAo5u6BhDJARIsAAVoDWuvrYmvb81VJ7q9eWI8wBpY-211MjBLss5J1TKNY7PCh9Au0uiKEyUaAu56EALw_wcB] (click here [https://www.instagram.com/lechoupinetparis/] for their Instagram page). * Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical [https://www.instagram.com/expatriotical/] * Quote of the Day: “Love is everywhere. It’s not particularly dignified. But if you look for it, you’ll find that love actually is all around.” -2003 Film Love Actually Like what you hear? Text and tell me! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2306380/open_sms] "Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

The holiday season can be stressful for everyone! But as an expat, what happens when you no longer live near family to celebrate? In this episode, join Chandra as she helps you to navigate your options and reminds you that what you decide this year, you don't have to stick with forever. Plus, stayed tuned to hear about the magical choice, that is this episode's "Chan Select"! * This episode's "Chan Select": Diagon Elley [https://www.diagonelley.fr/] (click here [https://www.instagram.com/diagonelley92/] for their Instagram page). * Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical [https://www.instagram.com/expatriotical/] * Episode Reference: Episode 25: Home Leave Trips [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/15493158-episode-25-home-leave-trips] * Quote of the Day: "Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love." -Hamilton Wright Mabie Like what you hear? Text and tell me! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2306380/open_sms] "Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

How do you host company? There are no right or wrong answers, but here is an episode that might be helpful as you step into (or continue) hosting company abroad! Listen in as Chandra shares some great tips on how to improve everyone's experience WITHOUT striving for perfection! Plus, stay tuned as she shares this episode's "Chan Select", which gave her one of her most memorable nights in Paris! * This episode's "Chan Select": La Guinguette de Neuilly [https://la-guinguette-de-neuilly.com/en/la-guinguette/], visit them on Instagram here [https://www.instagram.com/guinguette_de_neuilly/]. * Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical [https://www.instagram.com/expatriotical/] * Episode Reference: Episode 3: Traveling Tastefully for Less [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/14593920-episode-3-traveling-tastefully-for-less] and Episode 32: What's Saving My Expat Life- Summer's End Edition [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/15747210-episode-32-what-s-saving-my-expat-life-summer-s-end-edition] * Other References: Kendra Adachi- The Lazy Genius [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/] and Get Your Guide [https://www.getyourguide.com/] * Quote of the Day: "Sometimes the best therapy is a long drive, good music, and good company." Like what you hear? Text and tell me! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2306380/open_sms] "Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Finding your favorite place in your new country can take time as an expat. It took host, Chandra Alley, over two years! But in this episode she shares all about her favorite place in France. A place you may have never heard of... Plus stay tuned for not just one, but TWO "Chan Selects" at the end of the episode. You don't want to miss it! * This episode's "Chan Selects": Bouillon Bernadette [https://www.instagram.com/bouillon_bernadette/?hl=en] and Le Freti [https://www.lefreti.fr/]  (click here [https://www.instagram.com/lefretiannecy/?hl=en] to check Le Freti out on Instagram). * Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical [https://www.instagram.com/expatriotical/?hl=en] * Episode Reference: Episode 34: Chaos, Catastrophes, and Insurance [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/15806735-episode-34-chaos-catastrophes-and-insurance] Like what you hear? Text and tell me! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2306380/open_sms] "Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Making friends may not be easy, but as an expat it is SO essential! Today Chandra shares not only about why friendships have been so crucial for her (and her family) abroad, but also an important lesson she learned early on as an expat in Italy. Plus she shares a fun exercise in gratitude and that stretches around the world! And stay tuned to hear about Chandra's favorite pizza place in Paris in this episode's "Chan Select". You don't want to miss it! * This episode's "Chan Select": Daroco (Bourse) [https://www.daroco.com/en/daroco-bourse/] and on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/daroco_group/]. * Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical [https://www.instagram.com/expatriotical/] * Episode Reference: Episode 4: Hospitalizations- Child Edition [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/14651852-episode-4-hospitalizations-child-edition], Episode 5: Language is Key with Sissi Arellano [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/14676757-episode-5-language-is-key-with-sissi-arellano], and Episode 20: Learning to Pivot with Mallory Steinbach [https://expatriotical.buzzsprout.com/2306380/episodes/15156210-episode-20-learning-to-pivot-with-mallory-steinbach] * Quote of the Day: "Friends become family when you're abroad." -My college bestie, Jen Like what you hear? Text and tell me! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2306380/open_sms] "Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!