Homesickness Archives

November 1, 2024 Adventures Abroad

Overcoming Homesickness: Tips for New TEFL Teachers Living Abroad

Embarking on a teaching adventure abroad can feel like stepping into a thrilling new chapter of your life. You’ve packed your bags, said your goodbyes,...

December 23, 2019 Expat Living

5 great things for TEFL teachers to do at Christmas to beat the homesick blues

So, you’re going to be away for Christmas? Stop thinking about how much you’re going to miss mom’s roast and the usual presents from under...

September 13, 2018 Expat Living

5 ways to make your friends back home jealous of your TEFL life

A TEFL life is a wonderful thing: Traveling from place to place, meeting new people, changing lives. But if an awesome adventure happens and no...

November 23, 2017 Expat Living

Help! I’m homesick when EFL teaching

Homesickness. Every traveler has had it at some point, right? After that initial hit of excitement has receded, you’ve had your fill of pad Thai...