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How We Chose Our Expat Destination
How We Chose Our Expat Destination
Moving is considered to be one of the most stressful events a person or a family will ever go through. Rated just below divorce, moving can take its…
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PUSH – The Love Motels of Panama
"Push" is the slang in Panama for a ‘push button’ motel, also known as a love motel. I drove by several of these since coming to Panama, thinking they were large storage facilities.…
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Living in the Dominican Republic: The First Six Months – Part 3
In the first article in this series, Elizabeth Roebling introduced us to her local community in the DR as well as the expat community that resides there. She also told the story of a…
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A Spanish Love Affair: Living On Ibiza
A Spanish Love Affair: Living On Ibiza
In March 2003 I found myself in a travel agent’s office together with my husband Charles and our seven-month-old son Kiran. England had been…
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Survival Tips for Your New Life in Moscow
If you come to Moscow from a large city such as New York, Chicago, or LA, then you should be right at home here in Moscow. If you come from a small- to mid-sized city, then the size of…
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Living In El Salvador: A Forgotten Beauty
Living In El Salvador: A Forgotten Beauty
I have lived in San Salvador, the capital of El Salvador, since April 1999. El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America, and it has…
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Lien: The Concept of “Face” in Chinese Culture
The Chinese aversion to self-assertion is well-illustrated by the concept of Lien, or “Face”. Lien refers to the many ways in which a person earns or gains the respect of others, and…
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Living in the Dominican Republic: The First Six Months – Part 2
In the first article in this series, Elizabeth Roebling introduced us to her local community in the DR as well as the expat community that resides there. She also told the story of a …
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The Practicalities of Moving to Bali
Some expatriates consider it paradise and, as they might say, thank the gods every day for their good fortune of being able to live in Bali. Others arrive with high hopes, ambitious…
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Delivery Pains: Pregnancy and Birth in Expat Hot Spots
Delivery Pains: Pregnancy and Birth in Expat Hot Spots
Being pregnant and giving birth in an unfamiliar country can be a frightening experience, especially if it’s your first baby. But…
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Moving Overseas With Your Pet
There’s nothing like the comfort of a having your dog or cat around you, especially if you’ll be living abroad. When planning to take your furry friends overseas, you’ll want to ensure…
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Working With a Recruitment Agency to Find a Job in Ireland
There are hundreds of recruitment agencies and executive search firms in Ireland. This is good news for working holiday makers who will be seeking work.
Recruitment agencies were…
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Living the Stress-Free Life in Nova Scotia
Living the Stress-Free Life in Nova Scotia
A beautiful and inexpensive place in North America where oceanfront and lakeside lots can be had for the price of a small car (or a charming…
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Living in the Dominican Republic: The First Six Months
It’s the end of my six-months trial. I have already postponed my return trip to the States once but I leave in two weeks, to tie up loose ends, see friends and family, and shop. I am…
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Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 2
Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 2
The cost of living in the country is much less than in Bangkok and the accommodation costs can be dramatically cheaper. Couple that…
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Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 1
Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 1
E-mail for jobs in your country just before arriving in Thailand. Do NOT say you will be arriving, just talk like you are there. Make…
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Ontario Health Care for New Immigrants
Ontario Health Care for New Immigrants
Many people say that there is nothing more important in life than good health and this is something that Canada has taken to heart by offering a…
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Exploring and Enjoying the Natural Beauty of Belize
The Blue Hole is in one of the atolls. It's in the Lighthouse Reef, and it was discovered by Jacques Cousteau. Basically, it's a beautiful location for diving and some snorkeling. It’s…
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Living in Oman with the Economy Booming
When Qaboos bin Said became Sultan of Oman in 1970, there were only about 7 miles (10 kilometers) of paved road in the entire country, and that was limited to the capital, Muscat. His…
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Finding a Job in Ireland
There are many work opportunities in Ireland for travelers. There are two reasons for this. Firstly, unemployment is currently at its lowest figure ever and secondly Ireland has…
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