Anne G.

Aurélien Barreau has just arrived in Abu Dhabi with his two children. This is not his first expatriation. And when you look closely, it is not really a story about countries at all. His journey begins in 2005, in Egypt. A young graduate from a French business school, with an internship in retail behind him, Aurélien decides to visit the Carrefour teams in Cairo, a company he had recently worked for. During that conversation, an opportunity takes shape and everything unfolds quickly. Within...

From a Small Slovenian Town to a Global Life Singapore —  Raised in a close-knit town in Slovenia, Igor Vincetic  grew up surrounded by strong values, family warmth, and a deep sense of community. Early in his life, he made a clear decision: his career would take him beyond borders. That choice marked the beginning of a long journey in global mobility , turning him into what many would call a serial expat . His first expatriation  was a turning point — and not an easy one. The challenge...

Meppel, The Netherlands   — When she left her native island of Réunion to settle with her partner in a small Dutch town,   Emilie Lenclume , then 35, had no doubts about her decision. “I felt the need to explore new horizons,” she recalls. “I wanted a different life — more space, more perspective, and new challenges.” She sold her house, packed her optimism, energy, and confidence, and soon found both her partner and a job. “Everything was going according to plan,” she says. But just six...