Settling into Sampa - first impressions
In my last blog I wrote about the trials, tribulations, excitement and adventures of expat life in Buenos Aires . Since moving to Sao Paulo almost three months ago I’ve decided to set up another blog about life as an expat in Brazil. I’ve called it Baby Abroad because I do have a baby, but also because life in a new country (even though same continent as before) can be daunting. I’m taking baby steps to adjust to a new life, find my way around and meet new people, especially with a baby. I hope to share some knowledge, pass on some anecdotes, have an occasional moan, sometimes feel a bit smug but always with some good-natured humour. View of Sampa from our flat Even though I feel like I’ve only been here two minutes, some things are just as I imagined they would be yet others very different. First impressions about Sampa 1. Hip city When we told our Argentine friends we were moving to Sao Paulo, many were quick to point out that it was fea (ugly). Tr...