Living in another country

Living abroad is ... exciting - bewildering - fascinating - confusing - eye-opening - infuriating - self-confidence-building - self-confidence-destroying ...

Thanks for visiting Tales from a Small Planet, www.talesmag.com, where personal essays, Real Post Reports and Real School Reports tell you "what it's really like to live there."

We're non-profit, and our mission is to share uncensored and honest information about both the delights (new cultures, fascinating people, unique opportunities, exotic foods) and the challenges (loneliness, loss of identity, struggles to accommodate special needs) of living abroad.

Click here for our Tales: honest personal stories, essays and humor about living abroad

Post Report of the Day

Kyiv, Ukraine

What is your housing like? What are typical housing sizes, locations, and commute times for expatriates?

Apartment in the Circus area of the city. Big enough for our needs. Close enough to walk to public transport, parks, shops, etc. Commute to Embassy about 25 minutes by car, 45 minutes by tram....

What have been the highlights of your time in this country? Best trips or experiences?

Lviv was the best trip!! A must see while in Kyiv. Highlights were the architecture, culture, parks and lovely people we met.