Imagine you’re on the subway during morning rush hour. Now you’re off the train, streaming with the crowd toward work… simultaneously perusing and ordering groceries while barely breaking your stride. If you’re at one of South Korea’s virtual supermarkets, you can do just that. Originated by Tesco in 2011, Homeplus markets are light-box displays of […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Kimchee.jpg483724Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2018-11-18 18:28:032018-11-18 18:29:04Kimchi at your door
Here in the United States we just moved our clocks back to end Daylight Saving Time. Did you know that a lot of people call it daylight saving(s) time? It is correctly written without the “s.” When DST is not observed, it is called standard time, normal time or winter time. Approximately 70 countriesparticipate in Daylight Saving Time. […]
Unbiased…. When we talk about unbiased information today, it opens up a whole can of worms especially as we try to identify truthful sources among the many news channels. What exactly does unbiased mean? If someone or something is unbiased, it means they are free of prejudice or inclination and are able to make decisions objectively […]
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Approximately 12 percent of the world’s overall population (and 17 percent of Living Abroad’s staff, myself included) is left-handed. While history has sometimes treated us with suspicion, more recent research has unearthed that the left-handedness is associated with many positive traits, such as athleticism, creativity and leadership. However, we left-handed sometimes think those traits are developed […]
With countless new residential areas being built worldwide and numerous professionals flocking to major metropolitan areas across the globe, many highly populated areas have become quite congested. Can you guess which location has the highest population density per square kilometer? A. India B. Hong Kong C. Brazil D. Macau Click here for the answer!
When I was a child, I remember my parents watching a movie called The Out-of-Towners and howling with laughter. Neil Simon’s comedy centers on an Ohio couple who come to New York City for the husband’s job interview. They plan to relocate there once the position is secured. But everything goes wrong, from flight diversion, […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Flight-Canceled.jpg490713Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2018-11-18 18:02:222018-11-18 18:04:50Are you an Out-of-Towner?
It is most important to consider female safety when implementing global mobility and travel programs. As the number of women expats and global business travelers continues to grow, so does the awareness that these women face greater risks on the road and moving abroad. Top concerns are traveling to certain countries with different attitudes towards women, […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/unnamed-16.jpg483724Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2018-10-11 03:27:552018-10-11 03:27:55Women on the move and how to keep them safe!
Amtrak provides passenger rail service to hundreds of destinations in the United States. What is the largest U.S. city that does not have direct Amtrak service? A. Bismarck, North Dakota B. Columbus, Ohio C. Mesa, Arizona D. Sacramento, California E. Salt Lake City, Utah F. Tucson, Arizona Bonus question: What do […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/unnamed-15.jpg483724Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2018-10-11 03:26:222018-10-11 03:26:22Interested in traveling by train?
Recently, I took a grueling – but successful — business trip with my team. When we received the schedule — six countries on three continents in six weeks – we knew it would be tough. But we also knew the business plan relied on our ability to make good impressions that build trust and solid […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/unnamed-14.jpg483724Diane McGrealhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgDiane McGreal2018-10-11 03:18:292018-10-11 03:18:29Too Many Cultures …Too Little Time
Previously, we discussed a number of considerations for travelers who wish to relocate with their library of DVDs and Blu-rays. Increasingly, however, more and more people are casting these traditional forms of physical media aside for the convenience of streaming services. Companies such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video allow users to quickly access […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/unnamed-13.jpg483724James Caffertyhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgJames Cafferty2018-10-11 03:12:052018-10-11 03:12:05Relocating with your library of DVDs and Blu-rays (part 2)
What will do you do today? Will you arrive in an unfamiliar new city? Will you complete several tasks in a project? Will you solve an employee’s dilemma from the other side of the globe? No matter your challenge, managing stress is a crucial ingredient for your success. Stress management is an important component of […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Picture1-1.png634975Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2018-10-11 03:08:492018-10-11 03:12:47Apps to help you stay happy and calm
According to the 2018 Atlas Van Lines Corporate Relocation Survey of 435 corporate relocation professionals, 38% of all corporations expect their international relocation volume to increase, 41% expect relocations to stay the same, and only 20% expect relocations to decrease. In addition, there has been a steady rise in international business travel. Let’s focus on […]
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This time of year, we get all sorts of communications about summer. Summer events, vacations, holidays, and weather. But let’s not forget our friends experiencing winter in the Southern Hemisphere right now. Even though the Northern Hemisphere is more populated (with about 88% of the world’s population), our readers down south deserve a newsletter that […]
In the past, home entertainment for visitors in a new country typically meant watching local television, listening to local radio, and perhaps purchasing a local VCR and borrowing VHS tapes from libraries or video stores. While some countries still maintain expansive video libraries, technology has evolved, and expatriates have more options than ever for entertaining […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/unnamed.jpg443788James Caffertyhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgJames Cafferty2018-08-22 02:28:422018-08-22 02:28:42What are your entertainment options?
Working on Living Abroad’s Content team means that I watch and read news with our globally mobile users in mind. Recently, I saw a story that introduced me to a brand new situation where the International Relocation Center is valuable. A family was vacationing in Lisbon, Portugal when the elevator they were riding in stopped […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/unnamed-2.jpg483724Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2018-08-22 02:22:492018-08-22 02:22:49What number should you dial?
Having recently returned from a trip to Italy and Portugal, I made it a point to notice the social and business customs while there. Since this dove tails so beautifully with the purpose of Living Abroad, I thought I would share some of my observations. I would imagine that you have experienced some of the […]
Everyone talks about content these days. It’s a word that defines everything from the shows in your TV channel package to the fine print on that airline e-ticket you just purchased. In the global mobility world, content is what your colleagues, employees, and bosses are inundated with every day as they navigate their jobs. Good content is […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/unnamed-1.jpg483724Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2018-07-26 20:42:542018-07-26 20:42:54What is Good Content, and Why Should You Care?
Football—or soccer as it is known in the United States—is often regarded as the most popular sport worldwide, and it is played and watched by passionate fans in nearly every country across the globe. The sport is so popular that nearly four billion fans tune into the FIFA World Cup, making it the most widely viewed […]
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On July 4, 1776, the U.S. Declaration of Independence was signed by fifty-six delegates from thirteen colonies. What was the fiftieth and most recent state to join the United States? Alaska Hawaii New Mexico Puerto Rico Click here for the answer!
The distance between the U.S. and Asia grows closer every day, as the world shrinks and cultures collide. Communication between the East and West is challenging in both verbal and nonverbal arenas. As an American who has lived and traveled throughout Asia, I had many opportunities to experience communication mishaps. I came to realize what […]
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Kimchi at your door
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisImagine you’re on the subway during morning rush hour. Now you’re off the train, streaming with the crowd toward work… simultaneously perusing and ordering groceries while barely breaking your stride. If you’re at one of South Korea’s virtual supermarkets, you can do just that. Originated by Tesco in 2011, Homeplus markets are light-box displays of […]
Where’s the sun?
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneHere in the United States we just moved our clocks back to end Daylight Saving Time. Did you know that a lot of people call it daylight saving(s) time? It is correctly written without the “s.” When DST is not observed, it is called standard time, normal time or winter time. Approximately 70 countriesparticipate in Daylight Saving Time. […]
To be, or not to be…
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneUnbiased…. When we talk about unbiased information today, it opens up a whole can of worms especially as we try to identify truthful sources among the many news channels. What exactly does unbiased mean? If someone or something is unbiased, it means they are free of prejudice or inclination and are able to make decisions objectively […]
Left-handed, right-minded
/in Articles /by Erin FitzgeraldApproximately 12 percent of the world’s overall population (and 17 percent of Living Abroad’s staff, myself included) is left-handed. While history has sometimes treated us with suspicion, more recent research has unearthed that the left-handedness is associated with many positive traits, such as athleticism, creativity and leadership. However, we left-handed sometimes think those traits are developed […]
Can you guess?
/in Articles /by James CaffertyWith countless new residential areas being built worldwide and numerous professionals flocking to major metropolitan areas across the globe, many highly populated areas have become quite congested. Can you guess which location has the highest population density per square kilometer? A. India B. Hong Kong C. Brazil D. Macau Click here for the answer!
Are you an Out-of-Towner?
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisWhen I was a child, I remember my parents watching a movie called The Out-of-Towners and howling with laughter. Neil Simon’s comedy centers on an Ohio couple who come to New York City for the husband’s job interview. They plan to relocate there once the position is secured. But everything goes wrong, from flight diversion, […]
Women on the move and how to keep them safe!
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneIt is most important to consider female safety when implementing global mobility and travel programs. As the number of women expats and global business travelers continues to grow, so does the awareness that these women face greater risks on the road and moving abroad. Top concerns are traveling to certain countries with different attitudes towards women, […]
Interested in traveling by train?
/in Articles /by Erin FitzgeraldAmtrak provides passenger rail service to hundreds of destinations in the United States. What is the largest U.S. city that does not have direct Amtrak service? A. Bismarck, North Dakota B. Columbus, Ohio C. Mesa, Arizona D. Sacramento, California E. Salt Lake City, Utah F. Tucson, Arizona Bonus question: What do […]
Too Many Cultures …Too Little Time
/in Articles /by Diane McGrealRecently, I took a grueling – but successful — business trip with my team. When we received the schedule — six countries on three continents in six weeks – we knew it would be tough. But we also knew the business plan relied on our ability to make good impressions that build trust and solid […]
Relocating with your library of DVDs and Blu-rays (part 2)
/in Articles /by James CaffertyPreviously, we discussed a number of considerations for travelers who wish to relocate with their library of DVDs and Blu-rays. Increasingly, however, more and more people are casting these traditional forms of physical media aside for the convenience of streaming services. Companies such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video allow users to quickly access […]
Apps to help you stay happy and calm
/in Articles /by Erin FitzgeraldWhat will do you do today? Will you arrive in an unfamiliar new city? Will you complete several tasks in a project? Will you solve an employee’s dilemma from the other side of the globe? No matter your challenge, managing stress is a crucial ingredient for your success. Stress management is an important component of […]
Savvy, Sophisticated, and Social media-friendly?
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneAccording to the 2018 Atlas Van Lines Corporate Relocation Survey of 435 corporate relocation professionals, 38% of all corporations expect their international relocation volume to increase, 41% expect relocations to stay the same, and only 20% expect relocations to decrease. In addition, there has been a steady rise in international business travel. Let’s focus on […]
Down Under Winter
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisThis time of year, we get all sorts of communications about summer. Summer events, vacations, holidays, and weather. But let’s not forget our friends experiencing winter in the Southern Hemisphere right now. Even though the Northern Hemisphere is more populated (with about 88% of the world’s population), our readers down south deserve a newsletter that […]
What are your entertainment options?
/in Articles /by James CaffertyIn the past, home entertainment for visitors in a new country typically meant watching local television, listening to local radio, and perhaps purchasing a local VCR and borrowing VHS tapes from libraries or video stores. While some countries still maintain expansive video libraries, technology has evolved, and expatriates have more options than ever for entertaining […]
What number should you dial?
/in Articles /by Erin FitzgeraldWorking on Living Abroad’s Content team means that I watch and read news with our globally mobile users in mind. Recently, I saw a story that introduced me to a brand new situation where the International Relocation Center is valuable. A family was vacationing in Lisbon, Portugal when the elevator they were riding in stopped […]
When in Rome…
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneHaving recently returned from a trip to Italy and Portugal, I made it a point to notice the social and business customs while there. Since this dove tails so beautifully with the purpose of Living Abroad, I thought I would share some of my observations. I would imagine that you have experienced some of the […]
What is Good Content, and Why Should You Care?
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisEveryone talks about content these days. It’s a word that defines everything from the shows in your TV channel package to the fine print on that airline e-ticket you just purchased. In the global mobility world, content is what your colleagues, employees, and bosses are inundated with every day as they navigate their jobs. Good content is […]
Where did it start?
/in Articles /by James CaffertyFootball—or soccer as it is known in the United States—is often regarded as the most popular sport worldwide, and it is played and watched by passionate fans in nearly every country across the globe. The sport is so popular that nearly four billion fans tune into the FIFA World Cup, making it the most widely viewed […]
Which one?
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisOn July 4, 1776, the U.S. Declaration of Independence was signed by fifty-six delegates from thirteen colonies. What was the fiftieth and most recent state to join the United States? Alaska Hawaii New Mexico Puerto Rico Click here for the answer!
Asia, Language Beyond the Words
/in Articles /by Diane McGrealThe distance between the U.S. and Asia grows closer every day, as the world shrinks and cultures collide. Communication between the East and West is challenging in both verbal and nonverbal arenas. As an American who has lived and traveled throughout Asia, I had many opportunities to experience communication mishaps. I came to realize what […]