Singapore Diaries: Living in Limbo
Today marks ten months in Singapore. When we came here in October 2019, we were fulfilled with anticipation and excitement about what was to come. We never expected that just a short time later we would find ourselves in a worldwide crisis and pandemic that would bind us to our new home
Singapore Diaries: Why going home could cost us $2000 and our visa – Living in Singapore during Covid
Once again we are confronted with the drastic effects of the pandemic on our lives abroad. In this article, I explain why we are still unable to leave the country and why our hope of visiting Germany this year is dwindling...
Singapore Diaries: Light at the end of the tunnel
I wasn't exactly raving about Singapore, particularly not at the beginning of this year when we were about to settle into our "new home" and keen to explore the city but were forced to stay in our four walls instead. Not the best timing to see Singapore in its best colors, to say the least. But now,
Singapore Diaries: Where’s the silver lining – or am I too privileged to see it?
We are still in a global pandemic and in Singapore, the borders remain closed for the time being. For us, who have come to Singapore for traveling mainly, this means tough times. On the other hand, we are constantly witnessing so much suffering worldwide that we do not really dare to com
Singapore Diaries: What I appreciate about Germany since living in Singapore
Lately, I have been noticing more and more things that I really appreciate (and miss!) about Germany. Funny enough, I initially couldn't wait to leave the country. One value, in particular, I miss the most…
What it takes to move abroad
Whenever you have the dream to move abroad, make sure you don't underestimate the emotional side of things. Moving to a foreign country will not be a permanent vacation. It will be life after all, and that can be emotionally straining. Not all your dreams and hopes will come true. So be better prepa