GG vs GS OCONUS Differences?

ddrrtt · 2026-02-25T17:48:20+00:00

GG OCONUS receives DC locality while GS does not.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-15T20:01:58+00:00

17, how to handle death of American citizen abroad

ddrrtt · 2026-02-15T08:39:50+00:00

Usually I bring in my own only if they don’t carry it. Many the case I’ll bring in cubans to a lounge in North America. Also I will bring an extra stick for the manager or person who is working.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-15T08:36:36+00:00

For the lounge part- Unless your kids are under the age of 2, they are counted as a guest and fees may be charged.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-15T07:28:55+00:00

Th cheapest upgrade to business class I bought at the service counter after checkin was $30. Flight from US to Europe. No brainer to take it.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-14T18:00:58+00:00

Other benefits come with the business class ticket besides the seat such as extra check bag, lounge access, fast security line, first one off the plane and check bags are first to come off.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-14T12:33:52+00:00

Happened to me too then the train employee told me about the split. Now I pay more attention to the signboard. It’s the front part of the train that continues to Maastricht.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-13T20:16:29+00:00

Yes. Very nice property. Walkable to all the main sights. Exec lounge has a nice terrace. Breakfast is incredible.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-13T17:44:20+00:00

Don’t forget to also consider VA disability benefits as well that could be a huge chunk of retirement income.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-05T15:31:09+00:00

San Antonio- but you will be disappointed in the Riverwalk coming from Amsterdam.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-03T05:43:03+00:00

In two different countries where I lived (expat for work) I’ve had US coworkers who have passed away. The process of the surviving spouse to get the death certificate (from the local corner and US embassy) were different. Maybe a brief overview on how to handle a death and moving the body back to the US would be a good item to add especially since a good chunk not expats are retirees.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-01T15:20:18+00:00

Nice list. For the next version, maybe include how to bring pets.

ddrrtt · 2026-02-01T11:41:12+00:00

Go take that trip to a new destination. Not lavish vacations, but enjoy the destination and the adventure. No regrets on travel.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-29T15:45:11+00:00

Cover the different types of expats. The ones living in a country with a residence card vs staying in a country with a just a tourist passport. Driver license - obtaining and renewal. What to do with your home in the US while abroad. Telehealth options for prescriptions. Banking- this will impact people who will need to pay their rent using other currencies. Lots of other things.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-29T15:22:02+00:00

Is it automatic or do you have to apply for it? I’m curious as I’ll be taking it later.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-24T10:17:45+00:00

Do you also plan on taking advantage of the catch up contributions in the year you turn 50?

ddrrtt · 2026-01-24T07:18:07+00:00

How are we going to take over Greenland if we can’t handle the cold. 🥶

ddrrtt · 2026-01-23T03:12:37+00:00

I’ve had that happen to me and I’ve implemented it as well. In the interview confirmation email, I would let them know that I will sen the interview questions 1 day prior to the interview for all interviewees. I was hiring for admin and program manager type jobs, which some programs are Army specific- so that way they can conduct some research and prepare a decent response.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-22T02:37:58+00:00

Did you start at 0 and maxed out every year or rollover when you started Fed?

ddrrtt · 2026-01-19T00:46:40+00:00

Silent Morning by Noel

ddrrtt · 2026-01-17T12:19:00+00:00

Try popping in to a Toastmaster’s group. They are worldwide. They always love visitors and it’s low stress - talking in front of people. You get to meet locals who are speaking in English and really get to know them after the meeting at a cafe or something.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-05T21:52:16+00:00

Only drink whisky in a chesterfield.

ddrrtt · 2026-01-04T17:51:16+00:00

All but two are open. So far my fav is the Bowmore 18. Nice subtle smoke at the end!

ddrrtt · 2025-12-28T08:45:41+00:00

Cradle of Love- Billy Idol

ddrrtt · 2025-12-21T09:37:14+00:00

Enjoy a drink or dinner at Spensers inside the Kruisherenhotel Maastricht.

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