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Expat Blog Awards 2012 Winners: Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua
Winners
Welcome to the Expat Blog Awards 2012 winners' page for the following countries: Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua.
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The Good Life in Morocco (gold) My family and I moved to Marrakech 6 years ago from London. The beginning of a huge adventure for us. Blogging about holidays and living in Marrakech, information on things to do in Marrakech, etc. We say: We liked this open and honest account of the trials and tribulations experienced by this British family as they make a new life in Morocco. |
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Beyond Marrakech (silver) A dutch expat, who met her partner (another Dutch) in Essaouira, west of Marrakech. They decided to build a boutique guesthouse together in the Ourika Valley. We say: "The Wonderful Colors Of Marrakech" are certainly captured in this vibrant expat blog. |
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Lauren Bernstein (bronze) After a long journey (read here for more), I chose to join the Peace Corps along with my husband, as Youth Development workers in Morocco. We left in September 2011 and now live in Tiflet until Nov '13. We say: Captivating read, covering everything from the Peace Corps process through to Moroccan travels and cultural observations. |
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Myanmar  | |
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Becky in Burma (gold) I'm a writer from a small town in the USA, living in Burma with my husband and daughter. I blog about transitioning to a new country, expat parenting, and my passions: writing and art. One fan says: Becky is a wonderful writer with real depth and spirit. Her blogs about Burma are by turns funny, heartwarming and bittersweet as she battles cultural differences and talks about her inspirations and frustrations. Reading her posts always make me think and she very acuitively reflects life as an expat in this developing country. Highly recommended! |
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Jessica Mudditt's Blog (silver) Stories from around the world (by Jessica Mudditt)Content includes words and pictures on nearly three years spent in Bangladesh as a special correspondent, four months in Burma and travel in Pakistan, Israel, Iran etc One fan says: I really like this blog as an expat living in Myanmar/Yangon. It provides a really interesting and broad perspective to life here and not just the one that I live. Especially as it's not related to the much more mundane "what's on" or "where to get" type information that I keep having to bear electronically here. For me it's great to see the human and political aspects of this amazing country and for me this is what makes this blog stand out. |
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Feisty Blue Gecko (bronze) Life and work of a Scottish woman in Asia - with the added complication of Breast Cancer thrown into the mix! Moved to Asia in 2000, and to Yangon, Myanmar in June 2009 We say: Amazing pictures and wonderful description of life and events in Burma seen by Scottish expat with a unique perspective. |
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Nepal  | |
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27°72'N 85°37'E (gold) Two educators from Portland Oregon who love to travel. One fan says: I love reading this blog. I am not in Nepal and doubt I ever will be, but they give just enough to intrigue me and not bore or annoy me. I have also emailed with questions and have gotten very quick and personal responses from them that I doubt I'd receive from other bloggers. I plan on lots of travel in my future and this blog excites me beyond words. |
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Mr. Smith Goes to Kathmandu (silver) Brian's thoughts and adventures in and around the country of Nepal. We say: Those interested in trekking in Nepal will find Brian's blog particularly enlightening, but there's so much more... |
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Nepal On A Budget (bronze) I invite you to follow along with my assistant de jour and me as we explore Nepal-On a Budget. We say: Diverse to say te least. Shopping, festivals, food, healthcare and politics are all covered here! |
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Adventures in Integration (gold) I'm an Australian import bride living in the Netherlands since May 2008 with my gorgeous husband (he is, I'm not exaggerating or anything!). I created this blog to document my personal experience. One fan says: What can I say.....Nerissa you're a legend!!! I honestly don't think that I would have passed my Inburgering exam without your blog...what a lifeline! Reading about your experiences was invaluable in my preparation and I have passed the link on to other expats here in Maastricht. Besides all of that, the rest of your blogs are hilarious! You are one observant, witty, funny, genuine woman...shine on you crazy diamond! x |
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Invading Holland (silver) The story of an accident prone Englishman in Holland One fan says: For the Dutch people everything is normal, but when you read the blog (from an English point of view), you realise that it is not that normal. After reading the blog you will understand what I mean. So start reading!!!!!! |
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A Flamingo in Utrecht (bronze) I'm an American, living with an Italian, in a 2000-year-old city in the Netherlands. I love exploring, with camera and dog in tow, as I learn and share the history, art and contemporary culture of Utrecht. One fan says: A Flamingo in Utrecht is one of my favourite blogs by expats living in the Netherlands. Alison´s posts are an incredible source of information about Utrecht and all things Dutch; living proof that there's a lot more to Holland than Amsterdam, the Red Light District, tulips and mills. A Flamingo... is fun to read and features incredible photos of Utrecht. |
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Dutch Pancake (honour) An American living in Holland and playing in Europe One fan says: Meredith is clearly a great story-teller - what I like most about her blog is the humanism infused in her writing. The stories regard her very active and diverse everyday life, and she is a very accessible person to which it is easy to relate. Even though living abroad may seem daunting, after reading her blog, it seems like something I could do, and something I want to do! Thanks Meredith! |
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The Wooden Shoe Diaries (honour) A Canadian expat in the Netherlands blogs about the zanier sides of life in Holland. One fan says: I enjoy so much the continuing saga of Ernestine's life in the Netherlands! She's able to describe, with wonderful wit and a dry sense of humor, the awkwardness one often feels when attempting to adapt to a new culture. |
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The European Mama (honour) A blog by a Polish mother living in the Netherlands with her German husband and two daughters about parenting, multilingualism, being European, and much much more. One fan says: I like Olga's blog because she gives us insight into what it is like to be a parent raising multicultural, multilingual kids in the Netherlands. Keep up the good work, our multicultural society needs blogs like yours. |
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Moon over Martinborough (gold) Two American expat city boys on 20 acres with an olive grove in New Zealand (by Moon Over Martinborough) One fan says: Jared is an engaging, entertaining, first class storyteller. He captures stories with the kind of mindfulness that slows the world down long enough for emotion to burst through and delight us with laughter and tears. Long may he and the moon shine. |
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Dawes Family in New Zealand (silver) We are Michael, Marrisa, and Bethany Dawes, a family of 3 from the North East of England who emigrated to New Zealand in 2006. One fan says: This is a fab blog that not only showcases beautiful New Zealand, but provides informative & honest information for would-be expats looking at making the move. We know from this Blog that the journey isn't always smooth, but well and truly worth it. Love your blog! |
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Practically Perfect (bronze) My name is Jenny Tucker and I’m a first-time American mum and an RN who’s moved to New Zealand. My husband Chris and I moved here in May 2010 for his job, and we’re loving the new experiences and travel. One fan says: I'm moving to New Zealand as a nurse...not only has Jenny been super helpful but her blog has tons of information! I don't know what I would have done without the friends I have met through blogging. Way to go Jenny! |
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American In Exile (honour) Diane Morgan left the US in 2002 on a Watson Fellowship and has been living abroad ever since. She currently lives in Wellington, New Zealand, with her Welsh husband. One fan says: I really enjoy reading Diane's blog - she has a diverse range of interests which makes it very easy to live vicariously through her writing and photos. Her perspective of being an American living in New Zealand is entertaining and insightful. Thanks Diane! |
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Catching the Magic (honour) Day to day happenings of life in Wellington for a British couple bringing up their three Kiwi born daughters. One fan says: Sarah is a truly inspiring blogger capturing the magic of life, love and family through stories of everyday life, poetry and photographs. I love reading about the adventures of her charming family as they embrace the best that Wellington has to offer. |
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Nicaragua  | |
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In Nica Now (gold) We're Gord & Elisha. A Canadian couple who got married on a beach in Costa Rica five and a half years ago. Now we're retired and living in Nicaragua! We say: A recent addition to Expats Blog and highly recommended! Fantastic articles, photographs and videos. |
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Nicaragua Guide (silver) This guide was created for people living in Nicaragua, those thinking about moving to Nicaragua, visitors or anyone wanting to know more about the real Nicaragua. Created by US expats Amy and Darrell Bushnell. We say: Great resource, seems to have all the info a would-be expat in Nicaragua needs. |
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Rewired and Retired in Nicaragua (bronze) Life is a beach on Ometepe Island (by Rewired and Retired in Nicaragua) We say: We echo Debbie's own readers in saying we find her posts funny, uplifting, honest, thoughtful, insightful and always real. |
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