6 May 2026

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Xpat Services

Julie Matsama, Nutritionist, Coach & Physical Education Teacher

Nutritionist | Wellness & Life Coach | MSc in Nutrition and Sports My vision is to provide knowledge about nutrition and exercise to employees, as it is well known that sedentary lifestyles constantly increase obesity rates. This also leads to mental instability among workers, as well as their inability to perform their duties properly. The

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Xpat Services

Dr. Valentini Konstantinidou – A nutrition changemaker

Dr. Valentini Konstantinidou is the founder of DNANUTRICOACH® in Barcelona and Athens. She is bridging the gap between the science of nutrigenetics and our next meal. She helps peoplelive not only longer, but better through precise and personalized nutritional guidance.  She has developed the Food Coaching methodology to empower individuals to improve their eating patterns and manage their genetic predisposition. Dr. Konstantinidou is a nutrigenetics researcher, a registered dietitian-nutritionist and a professor of Catalonian UOC University (Barcelona). She works with individuals and teams, in English, Spanish and Greek languages through online workshops,

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Life & Culture

The Expat Bubble: Breaking Out for a More Enriching Experience

Living in a foreign country as an expat can be both exciting and challenging, especially when it comes to escaping the expat bubble—a phenomenon where expatriates isolate themselves socially, primarily interacting with fellow expats instead of engaging with the local culture. While the expat community can provide a sense of familiarity and support, it’s easy

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Escapes Seasonal

Colors of Athens: Exploring the Vibrant Street Art Scene with PTO ACS Athens and Athens Tours with Nadia

Athens, the ancient city where history whispers through every cobblestone, is also a canvas for modern-day artists who paint their stories on the walls in vibrant hues and bold strokes. Recently, a group of curious souls from the American Community Schools of Athens (ACS Athens) embarked on a journey through the city’s street art scene,

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Life & Culture

Navigating Expat Friendships Abroad

Moving to a new country can be a daunting experience, filled with challenges and uncertainties. One of the most significant aspects of expat life is forming friendships in a foreign land. Should foreigners avoid joining expat bubbles and dive headlong into the local culture, or is it okay to seek out fellow expats for companionship?

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Guides Moving to Greece

Why Becoming an Expat Will Benefit Your Kids

As you plan to embark on your life in a new country, your children will come across new cultures, languages, and attitudes which will have positive effects on their personality. They will develop their view about how the world works with them in it. They will become third culture kids (TCK’s), which is a term

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Education

Empowering Expat Families: Navigating Language Learning Together

Empowering Expat Families: Navigating Language Learning Together

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Escapes Seasonal

Christmas in Kalamata and the “Karavaki”

The central square, Vasilisis Georgiou, becomes a festive hub, hosting rows of little colorful wooden stores where handcrafted ornaments, jewelry, and candles beckon shoppers in search of unique Christmas presents, tree houses provide activity time for kids, and a magnificent carousel awaits you. The crowning moment arrives with the ceremonial lighting of the Christmas tree

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