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Apr 30, 2026/6 min read

Slovak Wedding Traditions and Local Family Culture: An Expat’s Perspective🥂💍

You’ve just received an elegant envelope in the mail. Inside is a beautiful, heavy-cardstock invitation from your Slovak friend or colleague. Congratulations! You are officially invited to a Slovak wedding. Now, take a deep...

Nov 19, 2025/3 min read

Work and Rest in Slovakia: An Expat’s Guide to Balance

Moving to Slovakia reshaped the way I look at work, rest, and the fine art of balancing the two. Coming from a culture of late nights, weekend emails, and hustle, I was genuinely surprised...

Nov 14, 2025/5 min read

Asian Groceries in Slovakia: Where to Shop, What to Buy, and How to Cook

When I first moved to Slovakia, one of my biggest culture shocks wasn’t the language, weather, or bureaucracy — it was the grocery stores. Coming from a country where soy sauce, bok choy, and...

Oct 13, 2025/6 min read

From Cobblestones to Choirs: Discovering Slovakia’s Creative Education Scene as a Foreigner

When I first moved to Slovakia, I was charmed by its cobblestone streets, café culture, and the hum of live music drifting through city squares in summer. What I didn’t expect was how deeply...

Oct 10, 2025/6 min read

Understanding Tax Residency Determination and Double Taxation Issues in Slovakia

A Foreigner’s Experience Living in Slovakia When I first moved to Slovakia, I expected to spend my time adjusting to a new culture, language, and lifestyle. What I didn’t anticipate was how complex tax...

Oct 2, 2025/5 min read

Thinking of Moving? An Introduction to Bratislava’s Districts

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, may be small compared to other European capitals, but it’s full of charm, culture, and surprisingly diverse neighborhoods. If you’re considering relocating here, one of your first questions will...

Sep 25, 2025/4 min read

Brewed in Slovakia: My Insider’s Guide to Cafés, Roasters & Rituals

Local Recommendations, Research & Personal Experience After a period of living, researching, and sipping coffee across Slovakia, I’ve come to understand the country’s coffee culture from the inside. This guide blends local insights, personal...

Sep 12, 2025/4 min read

Exploring the Farmer’s Market in Bratislava: Seasonal Finds and Local Tips for Expats

When I moved to Bratislava, I thought I’d spend my weekends sipping coffee in medieval courtyards and maybe learning how to say “cheers” in Slovak. Instead, I found myself elbow-deep in a pile of...

Sep 10, 2025/4 min read

Slovak Films and Literature: A Window Into Slovak Culture

When exploring a new country, one of the best ways to understand its soul is through its art. In Slovakia, films and literature are more than just entertainment — they reflect the nation’s history,...