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For both financial and practical reasons you might find yourself wanting to go grocery shopping in a foreign country.

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In most major expat regions there will be a very obvious difference between a local grocery store and one catering to foreigners.

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You may find yourself shopping at both types of stores or gravitating towards one end of the spectrum or the other.

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Understanding Currency Conversion

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Benefits of Local Alternatives

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Not a One Stop Shop

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Shopping More Often

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Grocery Shopping in a Foreign Country

For both financial and practical reasons you might find yourself wanting to go grocery shopping in a foreign country.

In most major expat regions there will be a very obvious difference between a local grocery store and one catering to foreigners.

You may find yourself shopping at both types of stores or gravitating towards one end of the spectrum or the other.

Understanding Currency Conversion

Benefits of Local Alternatives

Not a One Stop Shop

Shopping More Often

Swipe up for More Details!

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