10 May
Hong Kong

Struggles of Ethnic Chinese Expats in Hong Kong

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
11 Comments
With the mass migration of Hong Kong families to Western countries amid fears over the Communist takeover of the territory in 1997, it is no...
29 Apr
The Abroad Guide

How to Make Friends Abroad

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
8 Comments
There are many challenges living abroad but the one common thing that most people are scared about is being by themselves. To leave your hometown, your...
27 Apr
Language Learning

How to Learn Languages using Mobile Apps

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
3 Comments
“To speak a language is to take on a world, a culture.” ― Frantz Fanon Language learning is very important because it can connect you with people...
20 Apr
Language Learning

How to Learn a Language By Yourself

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
39 Comments
If you ever wanted to learn a new language, I recommend that you test the waters on your own before working with a teacher. Learning...
06 Apr
Advice

The Harsh Reality of Living Abroad

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
34 Comments
Since graduating in 2012, I have been traveling and working abroad. My family thinks it is an abnormal, nomadic life that I have chosen and...
05 Apr
Language Learning

Lost in Translation in Different Languages

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
13 Comments
Translating between languages are always fun. There is bound to be some mix-ups, confusion and a loss in meaning when you try translating between languages....
05 Apr
Hong Kong

Learning to Let Go

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
5 Comments
After a whole year of full time work and part-time school, I was at the edge of burnout. I knew that Hong Kong lifestyle of...
05 Apr
Canada

Home is Where the Heart Is

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
1 Comment
“Home is a place you grow up wanting to leave and grow old wanting to get back to.” – John Ed Pearce Over the past...
05 Apr
Hong Kong

Important Lessons I Learned in 2016

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
No Comments
At the end of the year, I like to reflect on what I had learned in the past year. In 2016, for the first half...
05 Apr
Canada

Reverse Culture Shock: The Reality of Coming Home

by Charmaine | The Canadian Wanderer
8 Comments
Today, having international experiences is becoming increasingly important, especially as students are becoming more competitive by nature and seeking ways to get an edge on...