Canada’s largest city and one of its southernmost, Toronto is located on the northwest shore of Lake Ontario. With a population of 2.5 million in the city itself, and 5.5 million in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), it is one of the safest cities in North America and ranks high in livability studies. As Canada’s […]
The Richland, Pasco, Kennewick area, which is located in the state of Washington, is known as the Tri-Cities Region. These cities continue to see steady growth and increased amenities due to the increase in jobs to the area, ranging from engineering to agriculture. There are also close to 100 wineries in the region which is […]
Latin America, which encompasses Center America, South America, the Caribbean, and part of North America, is a vast region with much to offer the expatriate and international business traveler, Dean and Hernandez offer a general overview of the region, featuring both cultural and business insights. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of […]
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What holidays do you commemorate in Summer? The topic certainly seemed relevant since the UK just celebrated, along with two billion people around the world, the royal wedding of Prince William and the now Princess Katherine. Not all holidays and celebrations, however, are that well known or publicized. For example, do you know when Bubble […]
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As the seventh largest city in the U.S., and one of its fastest growing, the San Antonio metro area is home to 2.1 million people who are engaged in such diverse industries as bioscience, finance, tourism, and the U.S. military. Ranking high on various lists in recent years, San Antonio has borne out Forbes’ 2009 […]
The first U.S. Totally Expat Show, sponsored by the Forum for Expatriate Management, took place last week at New York City’s Metropolitan Pavilion. The conference was a great success! Suzanne McKaba, of Unilever, was the lucky winner of the $1,000 Moose Passport sponsored by Living Abroad, AIRINC, Cort, Fragomen, HTH Worldwide, Interdean and Net Expat. […]
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With its distinction as the sunniest country in Europe, it is easy to envision the Spain of a tourist brochure. Harris and Escalona, however, discover what life is like for international assignees and their families who move there. Written for Mobility magazine by Ellen Harris, GMS, International Product Director, Living Abroad and Rosa Escalona, CERP2. […]
Living Abroad LLC just returned from London after exhibiting at the May 16 Totally Expat Show staged by the Forum for Expat Management (FEM). We are getting ready to participate with the popular Moose Passport at the June 14 Totally Expat Show in NYC. Living Abroad also runs FEM’s successful NYC chapter, in cooperation with […]
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Anyone who’s a veteran of the global mobility industry remembers the days of land lines and snail-mailed letters. These days, not only has the physical technology evolved, but also the way international assignees use the latest networking tools to educate themselves, solve problems, and stay connected. Written for the Forum for Expat Management by Ellen […]
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Thomas Wolfe, American short story writer and novelist, once wrote that, “one belongs to New York instantly, one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.” In this article you can read an overview of New York City, with special attention paid to the character of the city’s various neighborhoods and […]
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The United Kingdom, a world power with a long history of economic and cultural influence, has long been a popular destination for international assignments. The authors of this article offer an overview of important relocation concerns. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad and Julian Grose-Hodge, GMS. January […]
Somewhere in the world right now weather is affecting someone’s life. Does the weather affect your mood? Can sustained weather patterns, good or bad, affect your family life? This article discusses how weather can be the cause of a successful or unsuccessful assignment abroad. Written for ACS International Schools Autumn 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, […]
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Qatar, a desert peninsula jutting northward into the Persian/Arabian Gulf, is an Islamic society rich in mineral wealth. The authors provide an overview of the country with a focus on the business environment, economy, and social and political conventions. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad and Dr. […]
While globalization continues unabated, the traditional 3 year assignment becomes an ever shrinking portion of talent mobility. Rising in its place are a variety of non-traditional assignments, all bringing a new set of problems for HR to deal with. Written for Mobility magazine by Michael Cadden, MBA, SGMS, Managing Director, International Operations, Living Abroad. November […]
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Many of the buildings in London were not built with the 21st century in mind. Read this article and find out what you can do to overcome that. Written for ACS International Schools Autumn 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad.
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Officially the Republic of Panama, Panamanians often call it the “Center of the World, Heart of the Universe.” Panama is a small country geographically part of Central America and historically part of South America. Its strategic location and stable economy have been key elements in Panama becoming a great destination for multinational companies. Dean and […]
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Read about the vibrant “West End” of London, and learn about the history of its theater life. Written for ACS International Schools Summer 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad.
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Everything you always wanted to know about the EU, but were afraid to ask. The author presents a brief history of the European Union, and explains its organization, progress, and future. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad. June 2010 – Read more…
Afghanistan conjures various images for anyone who hears this country’s name, but what is really known about this 4000-year-old country? This large, mountainous country has known Alexander the Great and Genghis Khan, and is still a subject for the evening news today. Written for Mobility magazine by Ellen Harris, GMS, International Product Director, Living Abroad […]
When you travel to London, do you still expect to get meals of meat full of fat, over-boiled vegetables and sliced white bread? If so, then you haven’t been there in quite a long time. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying you can’t get those things, but London is now an international hotspot for […]
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Our 165th Destination – Toronto, Canada
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneCanada’s largest city and one of its southernmost, Toronto is located on the northwest shore of Lake Ontario. With a population of 2.5 million in the city itself, and 5.5 million in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), it is one of the safest cities in North America and ranks high in livability studies. As Canada’s […]
Richland, Washington – our newest destination
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneThe Richland, Pasco, Kennewick area, which is located in the state of Washington, is known as the Tri-Cities Region. These cities continue to see steady growth and increased amenities due to the increase in jobs to the area, ranging from engineering to agriculture. There are also close to 100 wineries in the region which is […]
Destination Profile: Latin America
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneLatin America, which encompasses Center America, South America, the Caribbean, and part of North America, is a vast region with much to offer the expatriate and international business traveler, Dean and Hernandez offer a general overview of the region, featuring both cultural and business insights. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of […]
Celebrations around the World
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneWhat holidays do you commemorate in Summer? The topic certainly seemed relevant since the UK just celebrated, along with two billion people around the world, the royal wedding of Prince William and the now Princess Katherine. Not all holidays and celebrations, however, are that well known or publicized. For example, do you know when Bubble […]
San Antonio, Texas: our newest destination!
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisAs the seventh largest city in the U.S., and one of its fastest growing, the San Antonio metro area is home to 2.1 million people who are engaged in such diverse industries as bioscience, finance, tourism, and the U.S. military. Ranking high on various lists in recent years, San Antonio has borne out Forbes’ 2009 […]
Totally Expat Show – New York City
/in Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneThe first U.S. Totally Expat Show, sponsored by the Forum for Expatriate Management, took place last week at New York City’s Metropolitan Pavilion. The conference was a great success! Suzanne McKaba, of Unilever, was the lucky winner of the $1,000 Moose Passport sponsored by Living Abroad, AIRINC, Cort, Fragomen, HTH Worldwide, Interdean and Net Expat. […]
Destination Profile: Spain
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisWith its distinction as the sunniest country in Europe, it is easy to envision the Spain of a tourist brochure. Harris and Escalona, however, discover what life is like for international assignees and their families who move there. Written for Mobility magazine by Ellen Harris, GMS, International Product Director, Living Abroad and Rosa Escalona, CERP2. […]
Living Abroad and Forum for Expat Management
/in Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenLiving Abroad LLC just returned from London after exhibiting at the May 16 Totally Expat Show staged by the Forum for Expat Management (FEM). We are getting ready to participate with the popular Moose Passport at the June 14 Totally Expat Show in NYC. Living Abroad also runs FEM’s successful NYC chapter, in cooperation with […]
Technology-useful tools for international assignees
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisAnyone who’s a veteran of the global mobility industry remembers the days of land lines and snail-mailed letters. These days, not only has the physical technology evolved, but also the way international assignees use the latest networking tools to educate themselves, solve problems, and stay connected. Written for the Forum for Expat Management by Ellen […]
Relocating to New York City
/in Articles /by ignaziolaciThomas Wolfe, American short story writer and novelist, once wrote that, “one belongs to New York instantly, one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.” In this article you can read an overview of New York City, with special attention paid to the character of the city’s various neighborhoods and […]
Destination Profile: United Kingdom
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneThe United Kingdom, a world power with a long history of economic and cultural influence, has long been a popular destination for international assignments. The authors of this article offer an overview of important relocation concerns. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad and Julian Grose-Hodge, GMS. January […]
Does weather affect the success of a relocation?
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneSomewhere in the world right now weather is affecting someone’s life. Does the weather affect your mood? Can sustained weather patterns, good or bad, affect your family life? This article discusses how weather can be the cause of a successful or unsuccessful assignment abroad. Written for ACS International Schools Autumn 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, […]
Qatar
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneQatar, a desert peninsula jutting northward into the Persian/Arabian Gulf, is an Islamic society rich in mineral wealth. The authors provide an overview of the country with a focus on the business environment, economy, and social and political conventions. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad and Dr. […]
The Rise of Alternative Assignments
/in Articles /by Michael CaddenWhile globalization continues unabated, the traditional 3 year assignment becomes an ever shrinking portion of talent mobility. Rising in its place are a variety of non-traditional assignments, all bringing a new set of problems for HR to deal with. Written for Mobility magazine by Michael Cadden, MBA, SGMS, Managing Director, International Operations, Living Abroad. November […]
Moving to London? What to take and what to leave behind
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneMany of the buildings in London were not built with the 21st century in mind. Read this article and find out what you can do to overcome that. Written for ACS International Schools Autumn 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad.
Panama-“Center of the World, Heart of the Universe”
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneOfficially the Republic of Panama, Panamanians often call it the “Center of the World, Heart of the Universe.” Panama is a small country geographically part of Central America and historically part of South America. Its strategic location and stable economy have been key elements in Panama becoming a great destination for multinational companies. Dean and […]
London’s West End-worth the trip!
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneRead about the vibrant “West End” of London, and learn about the history of its theater life. Written for ACS International Schools Summer 2010 newsletter by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad.
European Union
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneEverything you always wanted to know about the EU, but were afraid to ask. The author presents a brief history of the European Union, and explains its organization, progress, and future. Written for Mobility magazine by Anne Dean, GMS, Director of Editorial Services, Living Abroad. June 2010 – Read more…
Afghanistan
/in Articles /by Ellen HarrisAfghanistan conjures various images for anyone who hears this country’s name, but what is really known about this 4000-year-old country? This large, mountainous country has known Alexander the Great and Genghis Khan, and is still a subject for the evening news today. Written for Mobility magazine by Ellen Harris, GMS, International Product Director, Living Abroad […]
Dispelling the myths about British food, while still remembering old favorites!
/in Articles /by Cathy HeyneWhen you travel to London, do you still expect to get meals of meat full of fat, over-boiled vegetables and sliced white bread? If so, then you haven’t been there in quite a long time. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying you can’t get those things, but London is now an international hotspot for […]