"As an American moving to France with no contacts, adjusting to the Parisien life was difficult, to say the least. I was hesitant about joining Expat Contact because I assumed that I would only meet other Americans. But I can honestly say that most of my closest friends in Paris are people that I met through the club, and they include both French nationals and expats. So for me, joining Expat Contact has been an important part of making a home for me here in Paris."
Christina P. 27 American - Investment Associate
"I am happy to be meeting interesting people from different countries through Expat Contact."
Jorgen A. 34 Swedish - Chief Executive Officer
"Just picture it: a cocktail party in a fancy place, interesting discussions with people from all over the world... I forget my guard and feel like I am with old friends. Furthermore, there's a good mix of senior and new members so that at every event, I can see my friends and meet some new faces."
Emma D. 29 French - Public Relations Manager
"I've had opportunities to attend some events in Los Angeles and have thoroughly enjoyed myself with similarly minded people from all over the world. Thank you for creating such an exciting group!"
Dale P. 36 American - Equities Trader
"I arrived on my own at my first event and immediately somebody came up to me and said, "Hi, I'm Bob. What’s your name?" No, really. And I met so many friendly people from all over the world just like that. I'm glad I joined Expat Contact, and wouldn't hesitate for a minute to do it again."
Olivia T. 29 Belgian - Sales Manager
"I'm about to leave town and have to say that Expat Contact has been the best part of my stay here. These internationals are my people. This is my tribe!"
Natalie A. 29 American - Business Planner
"I'm happy I went to that first Expat Contact event, even though I was on my own and didn’t know anybody. I met great people, some of whom became my really good friends. They understand me, are there when I need them, and we have loads of fun together."
Patricia J. 31 Dutch - International Finance Project Manager
"Expat Contact allowed me to build up a high-quality social network from scratch within weeks after my arrival in town. You meet such an exuberant cross-section of people from around the world and participate in events that you hadn't even considered before - and have such a blast doing so!"
Nelson O. 27 Bermudian - Senior Auditor
"My favorite thing about Expat Contact is how relaxed it is. There are no pressures. You just participate when you want and however you want. It's a great way to meet people from all over the world, share experiences, and make friends."
David R. 33 American - Regional Technical Manager
"I arrived here not knowing anyone or any places to go out, found this website and thought it sounded too good to be true. But I decided to give it a go anyways, and I’m glad I did. I have met some really nice people, made some very good friends, and have had a fabulous time in the process."
Damian R. 25 Welsh - Assistant International Manager
"Expat Contact has been great for me in that it has allowed me to meet a fun and very social crowd. The events provide an easy-going way to meet new people. This is a fantastic group."
Robert L. 37 American - Commercial Pilot
"When I arrived here, I was told that it was an individualistic, selfish, hard and superficial city. It was, until I joined Expat Contact, which really changed my social life. Now I socialize inside a melting pot of great people who are open, fun, international and truly interested in discovering other cultures."
Christophe K. 26 French - Laser Engineer
"For me, Expat Contact has been an excellent way to meet fun and culturally diverse people whose spirit, charisma and open-mindedness make the club unique. I go to the events to see my friends, and to make new ones from the continuous inflow of great new people."
Sarah D. 33 American - Assistant Vice President
"My work prevents me from taking appropriate care of my social life. Thank God for Expat Contact, which has allowed me to make up for it."
Donald F. 36 Canadian - Managing Partner
"Getting to know a whole bunch of international people from all over the world at fun events sounded almost too good to be true. But after attending my first Expat Contact event, I was very eager to go to the next one. I'm meeting lots of interesting people and expanding my circle of friends."
Karen M. 26 Belgian - Sales Coordinator
"It’s not unusual for people to feel lonely in a big city, particularly when they first arrive in it. I really enjoy the open and friendly atmosphere at Expat Contact events, where I am very happy to meet many interesting people. ExpatContact has made it more enjoyable for me to live and work here."
Anatol K. 39 Russian - Visiting Professor
"Simply put, Expat Contact addresses one of the most basic but recurring issues of moving to a new city: how will I meet some nice people and make new friends without wasting time? Expat Contact is a unique club that enabled me to do just that."
Maroun M. 28 American - Investment Underwriter
"I didn't know anybody when I arrived in town. Then I found out about Expat Contact, which I can honestly say has changed my social life. Suddenly, I was surrounded by people with backgrounds similar to mine: open-minded people who had lived abroad and had interesting international work experiences. It's really a great way to meet fascinating people from all over the world."
Dina C. 33 German - Corporate Communications Manager
"Not only did Expat Contact enable me to meet interesting, cosmopolitan and professional people, it also allowed me to discover some of the hippest night spots in town, and to find a great golf partner!"
Yann P. 33 Canadian - Senior CRM Manager
"Expat Contact events are friendly and relaxed. Plus, for a woman, they are some of the rare events that I can attend without being concerned about getting hassled or feeling alone."
Daryl M. 32 American - International Brand Director
"I joined Expat Contact with an open mind and without expectations. Since joining, I have met and become friends with truly wonderful, fun and inspiring people! If I hadn't joined, I would never have met these great people and have this social life!"
Mary R. 33 Italian - International Advertising Manager
"It's the people that make Expat Contact so great. My wife and I are pleased to be members."
Bob Q. 33 American - Vice President
"I feel fortunate to have found Expat Contact. I met people who have since become my good friends."
Sandra S. 31 Swiss - European Product Manager
"Expat Contact is well-run and has a good mix of new members and 'senior' members, who help welcome the newcomers."
Bertrand T. French - Project Manager
