The Zika virus was originally discovered in Uganda in 1947. Almost seventy years later, it has now become a cause for concern in many other parts of the world. The current Zika epidemic was initially reported in Brazil in early 2015, and has since spread to numerous countries in the Western Hemisphere, as well as […] Continue reading… from Be Prepared
Have you ever wondered what your expats do for fun in their spare time? Part of getting out of the expat bubble is enjoying the local culture. Since moving to a foreign country is hard, after arrival many expats stick to what is familiar. After all the paperwork, logistics, and getting used to a new […] Continue reading… from Expats and Local Culture
Not all countries’ public transportation systems are robust enough – or even particularly safe — to get us where we want to go, so traveling by car is often the best choice. We may take for granted the driving rules in our home countries, but what happens when you’re an assignee in another country and […] Continue reading… from Hitting The Road
As I get ready to board my 4-year-old basset hound for the second time in a month, thoughts of his health and safety are top of mind. Especially since he’s had some recurring health issues since his last boarding, I have some concerns about leaving him again. But… ‘tis the season for graduations and weddings. […] Continue reading… from Dog-Gone Travel
For many, January 1 simply means a new year. But for some expatriates on assignment, a new year also means that return to their home country is imminent. If you are repatriating later in 2017, here are five things you can do now that can help smooth that process: 1. Make a list of items […] Continue reading… from Repatriation Tips for the New Year
Between this past June 5 and June 7, the Islamic holy month of Ramadan began for 1.3 billion people around the world. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from eating and drinking from dawn to sunset. The first day of the following month, Shawwal, marks the beginning of Eid al-Fitr, one of Islam’s most important religious holidays. […] Continue reading… from The Scholars’ Proposal
What would you think if you walked into a conference room in Luanda and found your business host dressed in a suit that borders on formal wear? Suppose this host is your Angolan contact with whom you are conducting important negotiations. Would you feel a pang of unease, and wonder if you were underdressed in […] Continue reading… from What’s Missing From Your Wardrobe Knowledge?
People who need answers at their fingertips often reach for their smartphones first. That’s why a key feature in Living Abroad’s newly updated International Relocation Center is compatibility with popular smartphone Internet browsers. The IRC’s information on almost 190 destinations, researched and written specifically for the globally mobile, is now available almost anywhere on Earth! […] Continue reading… from An Icon With Worldly Power
“The Government Must Fall” said the sign that was spray-painted over a 20-foot stone wall to my right. I was a bit confused. What was this slogan painted across a major landmark in a big city? I looked left, hoping to put the pieces together. What I saw both shocked and surprised me: a sea […] Continue reading… from “The Government Must Fall”
