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- Giovanni Gallo
Tips from other Freetown expats and locals opened my eyes to Sierra Leone's many facets, from town masquerades to national parks.
InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Freetown
Hello to all Americans in Freetown! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Freetown? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Freetown which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st￭ turkey?
There’s no doubt about it: . The is a city known for , and much more! With the , navigating your way around the city from one place to the next is simple. This also means that if you don’t want to live among the hustle and bustle of the center, you can enjoy a quieter life in , which are away from Freetown’s center.
Although Freetown has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Freetown, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.
Meet other Americans in Freetown
Connect at Our Events in Freetown
Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Freetown. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Freetown. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Freetown.
Want to meet other Americans at our events?
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Engage with Other Americans in Our Freetown Expat Forum
Get trustworthy advice and local insights from fellow Americans in our Freetown expat forums. When you arrive in Freetown, you’re likely to have many questions, from how to register as a resident to where to find language lessons. Use our forum to ask members of the InterNations community everything you’re wondering about, even things like where to find ingredients for dishes from home in Freetown. InterNations makes it easy for American expats in Freetown to exchange experiences and tips to support each other. You can also check out our Expat Q&A Forum to look for accommodation, jobs, or even advice on the best international schools or whether there are any American schools in your area.
Ask experienced American expats in Freetown
- Where can I find American food?
- Where can I meet other Americans?
- Are there American schools in Freetown?
Find People Who Share Your Passions
Sierra Leone's capital, largest city, and economic center, Freetown can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!
Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Freetown? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in Freetown’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the has to offer, from the beautiful and unspoiled beaches outside town to the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and much more.
Find other Americans to share your hobbies with
Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations
- Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Freetown and connect with others.
- Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Freetown.
- Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Freetown and across the globe.
InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Freetown Community today!
Mix and Mingle with Americans in Freetown at Our Events
Our Freetown community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Freetown’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the Loma Mountains Forest Reserve. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Sierra Leone in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Freetown!
- Giovanni Gallo
Tips from other Freetown expats and locals opened my eyes to Sierra Leone's many facets, from town masquerades to national parks.
- Claudine Duret
My expat contacts in the NGO circles of Freetown supported me a lot in getting adjusted to daily life in this country.
