There’s a lot more to most embassies and consulates than just replacing stolen passports or evacuating nationals in times of crisis. If you’re living, working, or simply traveling for a long stretch in a foreign country, your embassy can also be your connection to an entire expatriate community: providing both a social network, and a great source for insider information on the city or country you’re visiting.

Some embassies have a staffer (or staffer’s spouse) … Read more »