Building A New Network in the Netherlands with Bradley and Abigail Du Toit - E19
The Relocated South African | Emigration storiesPlay episode
Show notes
What would make a family uproot their lives in beautiful Somerset West and move all the way to the Netherlands? Is it career, safety, or the promise of a better future for their children? Or perhaps all three.
In this episode, I chat to Bradley and Abigail du Toit, a couple who made exactly that leap from South Africa to Europe with their family. Bradley, an old cycling buddy of mine, shares how his career as an electrical engineer opened doors abroad, while Abigail talks candidly about the joys and struggles that come with starting again in a new country.
Hearing their story was deeply relatable; I really appreciated how they shared all about the difficult parts, especially how much they miss family and the practical challenges of settling into Dutch life. I think many listeners will see their own questions and doubts reflected in this conversation.
“Open those doors. Don't be afraid. You never know. You just never know.” - Bradley du Toit
00:00 Introduction
06:49 Making the move abroad for their kids
10:01 How their kids are coping
11:44 Missing family in SA
14:15 Building a community at church
17:45 Wanting the best of both worlds
20:53 Justifying their decision to move
25:04 Opportunity to better their lives
26:14 Funny anecdotes
28:20 His advice for relocating
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