Tips for Purchasing an International Airline Ticket Recently, a new battle has emerged between airlines and travel agencies about how customers should purchase their international airline tickets. Over the last few years, many customers have used travel reservation websites to book flights instead of purchasing directly from the airline. These travel agencies allowed customers to […]
Global Travel
Article and advice regarding international travel. Our experts have traveled the world. Hopefully we can offer some assistance when planning your next international trip.
Are Expats Selling Or Storing?
Expats Selling and Storing: Getting Ready to Move. Ready to pack your bags and move to the other side of the world? Who isn’t?! But packing your bags for an adventure is easy. Packing your bags, and boxes, and books for long term storage is less exciting. But the alternative, expats selling everything they own […]
31 Fun Facts About France
Thinking about spending some time in France? The country has a large population of expats and digital nomads, especially from the UK, due in large part to its refined culture and world-class education system. The country also has an extremely rich history. Because of this history, France developed bizarre customs and stories that make it […]
Is Costa Rica Safe for Expats & Travelers?
Costa Rica is a Safe Place to Live With beautiful weather and an affordable cost of living, Costa Rica is one of the best retirement destinations for expats. And while expats from all over the world flock to Costa Rica every year, we hear the same question all the time: is Costa Rica safe? We’ve […]
Christmas Abroad: The Expat’s Guide
Spending Christmas Abroad for the First Time? Your first Christmas abroad can be exciting, even exhilarating. It’s a time to make new traditions, try new foods, and see your new home in a brand new way. But there are also moments of loneliness, even homesickness. Perhaps more than ever you really feel just how far […]
Travel Safety Tips Every US Citizen Should Know
Whether you’re a US citizen traveling on vacation or to relocate permanently- you know that it’s important to make sure your safety is not the last item on your checklist. Here is a list of travel safety tips every US citizen should know. Make sure you take full advantage of the free travel resources the […]
What Expats In China Had To Say
Living as an Expatriate in China Are you considering becoming an expat in China? If you caught our last post you know that we highlighted information on becoming an expat in Germany– it ranked fourth overall in the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey meaning it received great reviews from current expats. The only countries that ranked […]
Number of Expats in the Philippines is Increasing
In 2011 more than 3.5 million foreigners, both visitors and expatriates entered the Philippines according to the Bureau of Immigration. This number is almost four percent higher than in the previous year, meaning the number of expats in the Philippines is increasing. The Philippines is becoming a popular destination for individuals looking to relocate to […]
Pros and Cons: Aisle Versus Window Seat
Do You Prefer a Window or an Aisle Seat? I am writing you today as I just arrived in my destination country. As excited as I was, the plane ride was about 24 hours. Since this was my first trip on an airplane, I was unable to decide between the aisle or window seat. I […]