Name: Living Abroad
Released: 2012-03-30T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Chi-Lan Lieu

TV Show · Special Interest · Documentary

Chi-Lan Lieu shows how Americans actually live in a foreign city and uncovers what it takes to make the move. From deciding to buy or rent to finding good schools, see how others tackle the challenges of living outside the US.

2012 · 21m

Starring Chi-Lan Lieu

EPISODE 1

American Expats in Tokyo

Chi-Lan Lieu meets each family to get a firsthand lesson in how they navigate the world's busiest subway systems, learn the Japanese language and adapt to living in a city of with 35 million people.

21m
EPISODE 2

American expats in Dubai

While some of the traditional laws are strict, this desert oasis also provides many modern conveniences that are unheard of in the U.S.

21m
EPISODE 3

American Expats in Shanghai

American families discover the challenges of living in communist China's largest city. Find out how they navigate the health care system, learn the rules of renovating and develop a taste of the local fare.

21m
EPISODE 4

American Expats in Amsterdam

American families are trading their cars for bikes and squeezing into narrow spaces in Amsterdam. Discover how they adapt to canal living, learn to ride a bike again, and figure out how to fit in with the laid-back locals.

21m
EPISODE 5

Americans around Lake Geneva

Chi-Lan Lieu visits each family to find out how they're adapting to a much higher cost of living. Discover the Swiss rules of renovation and preservation, because this beauty comes at a high price.

21m
EPISODE 6

American Expats in Vienna

While Vienna has its challenges - like driving the streets and the crazy cold winters - the land of Mozart offers the best quality of life in the world.

21m

Chi-Lan Lieu

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