Expat Twitter Round-Up
Erin
30 January, 2012 12:22
Expats are a worldly crew, generally knowledgeable about the world around them from everyday happenings to major international news. We decided to collect some of the top tweets of the week for expats, travelers, and those interested in the global pulse.
Expat News
@vegemitevix
Does #expat life have a use-by date? What happens when your kids grow up? When is the right time to move the kids? bit.ly/Azzpxm (More)
We Like The World: half way around the world for a family
EasyExpat
27 January, 2012 14:41
Already 6 months around the world. Exactly 1 year ago, we were talking about the project of the
Colas' family to go around the world from July 2011 to June 2012. More than a trip, 'We Like The World' is the name of one mission: to
fund the building of a girls' school in Cambodia, thanks to the help
of their 80.000 facebook friends and friends of friends living around the
world. (More)
Expats Excluded from Scottish Referendum?
Erin
25 January, 2012 15:11
The Scottish government plans to only allow residents to vote in the upcoming independence referendum. Labour MSP Elaine Murray says:
"The fact is, with youth unemployment rising in Scotland, more young Scots are being forced to look outwith [sic] Scotland for jobs. It seems hugely unfair that they should be stopped from having a say in Scotland's future."
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Understanding International Shipping & Finding a Reputable Mover
Erin
24 January, 2012 11:56
One of the most stressful aspects of moving is the physical act of actually moving all your stuff. Finding a company that can transport your goods safely, timely, and in your budget can be daunting. Here are some tips to understanding your shipping options and finding a reputable moving company.
Understand Pricing
The price of moving depends on the how much is being moved, the value of the goods, and the distance to be moved. If possible, ship only the truly indispensable items and try to buy when you arrive to abate some of the cost. (More)
Expat Twitter Round-Up
Erin
23 January, 2012 09:44
Expats are a worldly crew, generally knowledgeable about the world around them from everyday happenings to major international news. We decided to collect some of the top tweets of the week for expats, travelers, and those interested in the global pulse. (More)
New U.S. Law Concerning Reporting on Overseas Accounts
Erin
19 January, 2012 12:53
A new law that requires overseas financial institutions to report on accounts held by U.S. citizens may make opening accounts overseas more difficult for expats. (More)
What Countries Offer the Best Quality of Life?
Erin
16 January, 2012 15:28
An overall "quality of life" is incredibly hard to determine as different people have different values and priorities. Is free time the most important? Or the cost of living? But what good is free time if there are a lack of employment or education opportunities? Surveys and studies abound, but what actually makes a place the best? (More)
Expat Twitter Round-Up
Erin
16 January, 2012 10:10
Expats are a worldly crew, generally knowledgeable about the world around them from everyday happenings to major international news. We decided to collect some of the top tweets of the week for expats, travelers, and those interested in the global pulse.
Expat News
@FrommersTravel
100 Places to Take the Kids in the U.S. bit.ly/zWDoCW #travel #frommers #MLKDay #longweekend (More)
Australian Military Seeks Overseas Soldiers to Enlist
Erin
14 January, 2012 12:01
The military is an important element of pride in most modern nations.
They earmark large portions of every national budget, protect the
people, and safeguard a nation's boundaries. Many countries require
military or civic service as an important step in developing national
pride and giving back to the nation. So why is Australia recruiting
British service personnel earmarked for redundancy? (More)
Guide for expatriates in Casablanca
EasyExpat
12 January, 2012 10:18
We are proud to launch our new city guide for expatriates in Casablanca.
Morocco is a country poised on the precipice of an international
destination for work and play. Once only thought of for retirees wanting
to bask in its plentiful sunshine, it is now a destination for all with
its close proximity to Europe and a growing economic market. The land
of souqs, sun and opportunity, the country is on the rise.
The city of Casablanca is impossible to disentangle from the 1942
American romantic drama of the same name. The colonial world shown in
the film, occupied by Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman is becoming a
cosmopolitan city. Formerly an undesirable entry point into Morocco on
the way to Rabat, Marrakesh, or Fez, the city is refurbishing its charm
as it become an international destination for travelers and expats. (More)
