If you are an expatriate living in Kuwait, you might have recently noticed the number of expats in Kuwait is on the decline. Since last year, expatriates who live in Kuwait have decreased by 19 percent according to statistics by the Kuwait Ministry of Interior Migration General Department. This report does not come as a […]
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Natural Disaster Benefit
With weather patterns changing, this time of year always brings up the topic of natural disasters and how to avoid them. Between floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes, Mother Nature can be unpredictable meaning natural disasters can occur anywhere with little to no warning beforehand. Travelers who have a trip coming up soon will want to consider […]
Australia Day
Celebrating Australia Day Like an Aussie! Have you been itching for a visit down under? If so, now would be a good time to visit Australia to see how they show their Aussie pride. Many countries have a day that allows for celebration and recognition of their national achievement, and Australia is no different, their […]
Why Expats Move to China
Why China is a Great Country for Expatriates The United States, along with many Western nations, have struggled through the economic decline with high unemployment, although it has improved in the last 5 years. The United States currently has an unemployment rate of 4.9 %, Greece has an unemployment rate of 23.5%, the United Kingdom […]
Tax Incentive Changes for Expats in Netherlands
The expatriate community in the Netherlands is familiar with the 30% ruling regime which exempts temporary workers from paying taxes on 30% of their income. Initially set up to compensate workers from the additional costs incurred due to relocation, this may no longer be the case. Now, expats in the Netherlands are up in arms […]
Visa Changes in Egypt
Egypt has long been known as a major tourist destination attracting visitors from across the globe. Travelers come to Egypt to get a glimpse at the only standing original Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza. As one of the main ancient and cultural hubs, visitors can appreciate mosques and temples, mummies […]
Expatriates in Japan
Life in Japan as an Expatriate Back in March, as many of our readers know, Japan was hard-hit by the strongest earthquake ever recorded in this region. At an 8.9 magnitude, Japan has been struggling to reach its level of productivity since the earthquake struck. Traveling to Japan today, you will find that many people […]
Airline Bans Infants
Ever find yourself on a long plan ride next to a crying, screaming baby? No matter how loud you play your music, how good those noise muffling headphones are, or how deep you insert those earplugs, it may be near to impossible to muffle the noise. We all understand that children are children and that […]
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 […]
US Expected to Open Travel to Cuba
The United States embargo on Cuba in the 1960’s restricted any transaction by U.S. citizens with Cuba unless individuals obtained a license from the United State Department of the Treasury. This regulation, known as the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, limits travel since tourists cannot be issued a license and thus are prohibited from any transaction […]