Top 20 American Expat Blogs and Websites To Follow in 2020

1. The Young Expat Blog

United States About Blog Young American Expat (YAE) digitally showcases and storytells the lives of the approximately 9 million Americans who are currently abroad, as well as the notion of living abroad in general (both from current stories and those from history). There is a particular focus on the younger segment in their 30s and younger (both current young expats and formally 'young' expats). Frequency 2 posts / week Blog youngexpat.com/the-young-exp..
Facebook fans 2.1K ⋅ Twitter followers 2.5K ⋅ Domain Authority 5ⓘ ⋅

2. Young Adventuress

Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand About Blog Hi, I'm Liz, and I got my first taste for traveling when I was 16 years old. On my own, 12 years and 50 something countries later, my wanderlust has only grown and the list of countries I want to visit longer. After living in Spain for the past few years and returning home for a stint, I then quit my job and moved to New Zealand and I've been here ever since. Follow my misadventures as I wander, eat, and photograph my way around the world Frequency 1 post / weekAlso in Solo Travel Blogs, New Zealand Blogs Blog youngadventuress.com
Facebook fans 46.1K ⋅ Twitter followers 15.8K ⋅ Instagram Followers 202.9K ⋅ Social Engagement 23ⓘ ⋅ Domain Authority 61ⓘ ⋅ Alexa Rank 244.6Kⓘ

3. Drive on the Left

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China About Blog We are Drew and Julie, serial American expats who made a new home for ourselves in London, and are now heading further afield to China! We use our little corner of the internet to inspire all travellers, armchair explorers, wanderlusters, and those whose travel itch needs a little scratching. Frequency 1 post / month Since Nov 2013 Also in Expat Blogs Blog driveontheleft.com/blog
Facebook fans 3.7K ⋅ Twitter followers 15.9K ⋅ Instagram Followers 7.9K ⋅ Social Engagement 14ⓘ ⋅ Domain Authority 41ⓘ ⋅ Alexa Rank 2.5Mⓘ

4. Two Expats Mexico | A Blog for Retiring in Mexico

Quintana Roo, Mexico About Blog I'm Paul and I write all of the posts on this site. Linda, my wonderful wife of over 16 years, does all of the editing. We got rid of 99% of our belongings and started a new life in Mexico. We now write articles about living in Mexico. Everything you need to know about moving to Mexico. Frequency 5 posts / week Since May 2016 Also in Mexico Blogs Blog qroo.us
Facebook fans 22.5K ⋅ Twitter followers 278 ⋅ Social Engagement 33ⓘ ⋅ Domain Authority 27ⓘ ⋅ Alexa Rank 743.1Kⓘ

5. Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)

Brooklyn, New York, United States About Blog One of the world's most popular men's lifestyle & hipster travel blogs with stories from around the world — gay city destinations & cultural experiences.. This is your travel guide to the coolest things to do and see around the world, from an American hipster in Berlin Frequency 3 posts / month Since Oct 2009 Blog travelsofadam.com/blog
Facebook fans 16.9K ⋅ Twitter followers 34.2K ⋅ Instagram Followers 39.9K ⋅ Social Engagement 32ⓘ ⋅ Domain Authority 58ⓘ ⋅ Alexa Rank 302.7Kⓘ

6. Albom Adventures

New Zealand About Blog Living in New Zealand and travelling the world, expat Rhonda Albom takes you on a vicarious adventure as she captures the essence of travel through photography, stories, tips, and humour. She inspires young baby boomers to travel New Zealand and the world. Frequency 1 post / week Since Apr 2011 Also in Baby Boomer Travel Blogs Blog albomadventures.com
Facebook fans 3.1K ⋅ Twitter followers 26K ⋅ Instagram Followers 3.6K ⋅ Social Engagement 45ⓘ ⋅ Domain Authority 42ⓘ ⋅ Alexa Rank 125.3Kⓘ

7. Banker in the Sun

United States About Blog After being robbed at gunpoint outside his home in Florida, Banker in the Sun re-evaluated his priorities in life and decided to pack in the bank job and follow his childhood dream of exploring exotic lands and Arabian kingdoms. He moved to Saudi Arabia, and then Thailand, no longer a banker, but now a self-proclaimed 'digital nomad'. The blog is a blend of his experiences, interviews with other expats, and advice for other would be adventurers Since May 2013 Blog bankerinthesun.com
Social Engagement 16 ⋅ Domain Authority 30 ⋅ Alexa Rank 12.5M

8. Greenback Expat Tax Services

Grandville, Michigan, United States About Blog Greenback makes life better for Americans living abroad and aims to take away the anxiety and hassle of helping US expats become and stay compliant with their US taxes while overseas. Greenback understands that filing US taxes while living abroad can be daunting and Greenback was founded on the belief that it doesn't have to be this way. Greenback is proud of helping people navigate a ridiculously complex system in a way that makes sense for their individual situation. Frequency 1 post / day Blog greenbacktaxservices.com/blog
Facebook fans 3.1K ⋅ Twitter followers 1.6K ⋅ Domain Authority 48 ⋅ Alexa Rank 194.2K

9. Joburg Expat

Brentwood, Tennessee, United States About Blog A blog about the tales of an American mother of four in Johannesburg, and the top source of relocation advice for expats moving to South Africa. Frequency 8 posts / year Since Apr 2010 Blog joburgexpat.com
Facebook fans 2.4K ⋅ Instagram Followers 211 ⋅ Domain Authority 36 ⋅ Alexa Rank 2.7M

10. California Globetrotter

Regensburg, Bayern, Germany About Blog Hi there! Guten Tag! My name is Lorelei, I'm an American ex-pat living in Germany with a serious addiction to adorable half-timbered houses, fairy tale towns, and castles. I moved to Germany alone in 2012 where I soon met my husband and together we travel through Germany and Europe, sharing our stories and tips along the way! Frequency 2 posts / month Since Aug 2012 Also in Germany Travel Blogs Blog caliglobetrotter.com
Facebook fans 1.6K ⋅ Twitter followers 2.8K ⋅ Instagram Followers 3.5K ⋅ Social Engagement 52 ⋅ Domain Authority 44 ⋅ Alexa Rank 1M

11. 2Summers | An American in Quirky Johannesburg

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa About Blog My name is Heather Mason and I'm an American in Jozi. ('Jozi' is the local slang term for Johannesburg. We also call it Joburg.) I write a blog called 2Summers. I've developed a passion for Joburg that I've never felt for any other place. I love exploring this wacky city, which is unlike any other city in the world. I love walking Jozi's streets and discovering places that most lifelong Jozi-ites don't know about. Frequency 2 posts / week Since Jun 2010 Blog 2summers.net
Facebook fans 4.1K ⋅ Twitter followers 4.2K ⋅ Instagram Followers 57.1K ⋅ Social Engagement 150 ⋅ Domain Authority 44 ⋅ Alexa Rank 1.8M

12. oregon girl around the world | sustainable travel for the whole family

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark About Blog Hej! I'm Erin, an Oregon girl living off the Oregon Trail in Copenhagen, Denmark. Exploring, learning and connecting with a growing family of five. Focus on green family travel and sustainable adventures. Frequency 2 posts / month Since Jan 2015 Blog oregongirlaroundtheworld.com
Facebook fans 714 ⋅ Twitter followers 4.6K ⋅ Social Engagement 30 ⋅ Domain Authority 35 ⋅ Alexa Rank 1.9M

13. Not Your Average American

Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador About Blog Not Your Average American has explored city streets and back roads, high mountains and sandy coast, jungle rivers and the wild islands of the Galapagos. We share our experience good and bad- in hopes that you might want to venture south and plan your next vacation in Ecuador. Our articles are honest because we want to develop a relationship of trust between you, the reader, and ourselves, the writers. Frequency 3 posts / week Since Apr 2013 Blog notyouraverageamerican.com/blog
Facebook fans 2.5K ⋅ Twitter followers 696 ⋅ Social Engagement 9 ⋅ Domain Authority 31 ⋅ Alexa Rank 1.5M

14. Elfa in London

London, England, United Kingdom About Blog Hey there! I'm Elfa, a 43-year old American ex-pat who has lived in London for 17 years. Follow this blog where Elfa a stay at home mom shares her lifestyle, travel, day out, parenthood and relationships in London. Frequency 2 posts / quarter Since Oct 2013 Also in Mom Blogs, Stay At Home Mom Blogs, Mom Lifestyle Blogs, UK Housewife Blogs Blog californianmuminlondon.com
Instagram Followers 3.5K ⋅ Social Engagement 2 ⋅ Domain Authority 43 ⋅ Alexa Rank 4.2M

15. Retired in Samar, Philippines

Samar, Philippines About Blog Enjoying the island life on Samar Island in the Philippines and sharing stories about the same. Witness firsthand our everyday life in paradise, from the 'now' perspective. Come back and visit as I continue the saga of the retired life in Samar Frequency 17 posts / year Since Nov 2012 Also in Philippines Blogs, Philippines Expat Blogs Blog retiredinsamar.com
Twitter followers 20 ⋅ Social Engagement 88 ⋅ Domain Authority 22 ⋅

16. always a gringa | adventures as an expat

United States About Blog Hello. I'm Eemma, a US expat living in Mexico. Welcome to my blog where I share my experiences living and traveling in Latin America. Since Dec 2016 Blog alwaysagringa.com
Facebook fans 599 ⋅ Domain Authority 30 ⋅

17. Americanexpatinfrance's Blog | Helping Americans and other expats adjust to life in France

United States About Blog If you're an expat, American or not, curious about living in France or looking for helpful advice, you've come to the right place. I hope to serve as a one-stop site for great expat links, news and original articles. Since Sep 2009 Blog americanexpatinfrance.com
Twitter followers 1.3K ⋅ Domain Authority 20 ⋅

18. B&N Everywhere

United States About Blog Bryan and Natalie are using this blog as a platform to chronicle and remember some of our adventures. Frequency 1 post / month Since Jan 2019 Blog bneverywhere.com
Domain Authority 4 ⋅

19. Two Americans in China

United States About Blog As the name suggests, Two Americans in China is the brainchild of two American expats who call China home. Amanda and Seth have lived in this country since 2010. Their blog offers information about varied topics, some of which include travelling within the country, local events, and the country's one-child and two-child policies. Given that the couple has successfully managed to adopt a child in China, they share details about their experiences on this front. Since Aug 2010 Also in Teaching in China Blogs Blog twoamericansinchina.com
Domain Authority 36 ⋅ Alexa Rank 6.1M