For most business travelers, international assignments are an opportunity to immerse oneself in a new culture, explore unseen parts of the world, and grow both personally and professionally. With the prospect of such an exciting venture, it is possible to overlook a crucial aspect of any kind of international travel: do you know what to […] Continue reading… from How to be prepared!
In many areas of the world, tipping is an essential part of paying the bill at a restaurant or pub. Servers in countries such as Canada, the Caribbean, and Morocco generally expect customers to add a gratuity of 10 to 20 percent to their bill, and not tipping in these regions would be considered rude. […] Continue reading… from How do you know when to tip?
From fireworks to singing and dancing, from elaborate parties to feasts, cultures around the world celebrate the end of one year and the start of another in countless, unique ways. Denmark, for example, has a singular New Year’s Eve tradition that surprises and delights unprepared visitors from abroad. Can you guess how the people […] Continue reading… from How do you ring in the new year?
In many areas of the world, such as North America, gifts often take the form of items that the recipient may want or need. Citizens of some Asian countries such as China, Thailand, and Korea, however, must be much more careful with their gift selection, as certain items have additional cultural significance or symbolic […] Continue reading… from Which gift should you avoid?
The Rock of Gibraltar is a unique territory featuring a diverse array of plants, animals, and natural formations. Located on the Iberian Peninsula, the limestone landmass was formed millions of years ago through a peculiar geological process. Can you guess how it was formed? A. Accumulation of marine organisms B. Volcanic activity C. Buildup […] Continue reading… from How was it formed?
When conducting business abroad, one of the first challenges that must be overcome is the language barrier. While English is quickly becoming the language of business worldwide, some regions remain much more linguistically diverse than others. Do you know which country holds the title of home to the largest number of languages? India Thailand […] Continue reading… from Which country has the largest number of languages?
