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Erin Frobenius, a relocation counselor and consultant helps internationals connect, thrive, and feel at home in their new communities. Drawing from her own experience of moving to Amsterdam seven years ago as a traveling partner, Erin shares her journey of navigating transitions, building community, and rediscovering herself abroad. With her background as a licensed clinical social worker, Erin br...

Mickelle sits down with author and Peregrine Mariam Navaid Ottimofiore, a globally mobile economist turned author who has lived in 10 countries across four continents. Mariam shares her extraordinary journey, from her childhood in Pakistan, Bahrain, and the United States to her current home in Cascais, Portugal. Together, they explore her experiences navigating cultures, languages, and the challen...

Mickelle welcomes Kris and Jelena the cofounders of MoveToNL, a company dedicated to making international relocations to the Netherlands smoother and less stressful. Kris, a Dutch legal professional with a background in law, and Jelena, a Serbian expat with firsthand experience of moving to the Netherlands, share their personal motivation, their love of freedom and adventure, and the unique values...

Mickelle sits down with Jeanina Zgirie, a personal stylist with a unique perspective on blending fashion and place to help people evolve their personal style again and again, especially in times of transition. Originally from Romania, Jeanina shares her journey from a small town upbringing to building a career in Amsterdam, exploring how fashion became a crucial part of her self-expression. She re...

Dr. Samantha Morici is an American veterinarian living in the heart of Amsterdam and is the founder of The Good Boys Club in Amsterdam. Her story of leaving everything she thought she ever wanted behind and choosing reinvention is a powerful one. Sami’s journey begins in New York. After years of veterinary training and  specializing in animal oncology, Sami had a pivotal moment that led her to que...

Franziska Josteit is the founder of Luisa Jo, a luxury perfume house known for its personalized approach to scent. Franziska shares her  journey from the corporate world of fragrance to building her own perfume house.  A decision that can be traced to a conversation with a woman on a train and a gift she gave a former boyfriend.  Franziska is driven by her intuition for creating unique, personal s...

Rohit Nadhani, co-founder of Kubera, speaks with us today about the reasons behind starting Kubera (his 4th company) and how the platform helps global citizens manage their finances. Rohit explains that Kubera was born out of a personal need to track his complex financial portfolio, spread across various currencies and assets. Traditional financial tools, often designed for specific markets, could...

Send us a text, we'd love to hear from you and hear what you're enjoying and what you'd like to hear about. Discover more resources and exclusive perks for internationals with the House of Peregrine app. Visit HouseofPeregrine.com to download and start living a more connected, intentional life today. House of Peregrine is for international life. Join a global circle of thinkers, creato...

In a detailed conversation between Susanne Mooij, an immigration lawyer specialized in immigration in the Netherlands, and Mickelle, host of the House of Peregrine Podcast, they discuss the intricacies of navigating life as an international resident in the Netherlands. Susanne shares her insights into immigration laws, the challenges faced by expatriates, and the various paths available for securi...

In the first episode interview after the summer, Mickelle speaks with Elodie Ferchaud, Head of Marketing and a founding member of Boundless Life .  Boundless Life is an innovative program designed to offer international families an alternative way of slow travel and education. . Elodie shares insights into her personal journey with Boundless Life, including the impact on her children and the overa...

Welcome back to a new season of the House of Peregrine Podcast!  We spent a month spent in Kotor, Montenegro with Boundless Life , a concept that enables families to live abroad while maintaining their work, family life, and personal well-being, all while in community with other families. Listen in on how the experience allowed her and her partner, both startup founders, to manage full-time work w...

House of Peregrine, is an infrastructure and ecosystem for international life, combining the spirit of Soho House with the innovation of Goop powered by web 3. Our goal is to foster deeper connections within the international community and provide a place to belong and create, whether you're returning home or moving on to your next adventure. In the past year, our community has grown and flou...

Paola Bucciol is a children's book author and independent publisher known for her debut book, 'The ABCs of Amsterdam’, a  first guide to the capital of the Netherlands. Paola was curious and began to travel as a teen, which catapulted her interest in different cultures and countries.  She was encouraged by her parents to explore her curiosity so after she finished university in Italy, cu...

Eden Chiang is a  co-founder of The Oh Collective, a groundbreaking company at the intersection of international living, women's empowerment, and sexual wellness. Eden, along with her co-founders Winxi, Diana, and Simona, met while living abroad and bonded over their shared experiences as children of first-generation Asian immigrants. Raised in conservative households where topics of sex and...

 Annebet van Mameren, an education placement specialist in Amsterdam, has transformed the lives of many families in our community, including Mickelle’s, who sought Annebet’s support during her relocation to the Netherlands 8 years ago.   Annebet has been advising families for over 10 years, helping more than 1200 families settle into the Dutch education system. She believes passionately in advocat...

Chris Engelsman is a co-founder of European Sleeper, the visionary night train service traversing some of Europe's most beautiful cities. From its humble beginnings as a crowdfunding project to its current status as a scale up venture, European Sleeper embodies the revival of night trains, rekindling the romance of railway travel. Through Chris's journey, we see how a childhood fascinati...

Today Mickelle sits down with Marta Mikolajczyk to explore the concept of "living bi-locally." Marta, a seasoned traveler and professional travel designer for families, shares her unique journey of intentionally crafting a life split between Costa Rica and the Netherlands as well as great insight into traveling with children. Marta shares the significance of aligning life decisions with...

In this episode of House of Peregrine, Mickelle engages in a heartfelt conversation with her longtime friend, Kris Herwig. Together, they reflect on their serendipitous meeting in Amsterdam, their shared journey into parenthood, and Kris's poignant farewell to the beloved city she called home.  Kris is an American who married a Swedish boy in America and although they spent a few years in the...

In this episode of House of Peregrine, host Mickelle Weber sits down with the dynamic duo behind Smoozitive, Gal and Maayan. As sisters who have relocated an impressive eight times each in different countries, they bring a wealth of firsthand experience to the table. The name Smoozitive reflects their mantra - blending smooth transitions with a positive outlook on expat life. Gal and Maayan's...

Join Mickelle Weber on this episode of the House of Peregrine Podcast as she catches up with Adrienne Dant, a dynamic force behind Tobi Towels and the wellness community Swell. Hailing from the U.S., Adrienne embarked on a transformative journey that led her from Chicago to pursuing an MBA in Italy and eventually making Amsterdam her home for the past eight years, all while spearheading digital co...

Join Mickelle Weber on this week's episode of the House of Peregrine Podcast, featuring the founder of Every Mother Knows, Angela Fusaro. Delve into Angela's captivating journey and her mission with Every Mother Knows, as she unveils the essence of her purpose and the paramount importance of supporting mothers as they re-enter the workforce post-parental break. In this conversation, Mick...

In this episode of House of Peregrine, host Mickelle welcomes Mariska of Mama Dutch, a seasoned traveler and language enthusiast. From her early adventures in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia to her time living in Japan, Mariska's international journey has been fueled by a passion for languages and culture. Now, through her business Mama Dutch, Mariska offers a gateway for o...

Step into the vibrant world of Rashi Agarwal Favier, a multifaceted creator whose journey from India to Amsterdam sparked a profound shift. In this week's episode, Rashi shares her insightful and humorous perspective on navigating life as a person of color in a new cultural landscape. Discover how Rashi's move to Amsterdam just before the pandemic transformed her into a person of color o...

Experience the epitome of luxury travel with Gloobles, where every vacation is tailored to perfection, leaving you revitalized and eagerly anticipating your next adventure. In this episode, Mickelle Weber embarks on a journey that will ignite your wanderlust as she speaks with Hayley Daen, the Editorial Director of Gloobles. Hayley shares Gloobles captivating origin story and unique essence of the...

It’s that time of the year where we start slowing down and focus on getting ready for the holidays, but not before we hear a quick word from House of Peregrine Founder, Mickelle Weber.  In the episode, Mickelle reminds us what House of Peregrine is about and gives an update about what we can look forward to at the start of 2024. Mickelle also presented her first TedX Talk in Amsterdam recently and...