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 […] Continue reading… from Destination Profile: Latin America
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 […] Continue reading… from Celebrations around the World
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 […] Continue reading… from San Antonio, Texas: our newest destination!
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. […] Continue reading… from Destination Profile: Spain
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 […] Continue reading… from Technology-useful tools for international assignees
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 […] Continue reading… from Relocating to New York City
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 […] Continue reading… from Destination Profile: United Kingdom
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, […] Continue reading… from Does weather affect the success of a relocation?
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. […] Continue reading… from Qatar
