Expat Twitter Round-Up: 30th July 2012
Erin
30 July, 2012 11:43
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
@BBCWorld
Coming to Britain for the Olympics? 12 things that every #london2012 visitor should know http://bbc.in/OW8jE3
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Who to Watch in the 2012 Olympics
Erin
26 July, 2012 09:29
Doesn't it feel like the Olympics have been approaching forever? You can stop waiting - they are finally here! The Opening Ceremonies kick off the competition event on July 27th. Over 200 countries have qualified at least one athlete and pride is running high for each nation.
This can be an odd situation for an expat. If you root for the home team, which place is home? Where you're from, or where you live? For serial expats, this may be an even more complex challenge. Or should you cheer on the best, the longshot, or the big personality? So...Who should you watch? Here are a few unique athletes to watch for in the Games. (More)
Expat Twitter Round-Up: 23rd July 2012
Erin
23 July, 2012 09:51
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
@NatGeoTraveler
8 of the world's happiest places, including #Denmark and #Mexico http://on.natgeo.com/Q0Yev0
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Cool Down with the Top 10 Water Parks
Erin
20 July, 2012 16:52
For some of us, summer heat is reaching its zenith and all you want is to cool down. For others, summer hasn't even started and you are dreaming of a tropical paradise where you can swim, surf, and enjoy the sun.
In either case, take a look at the Top 10 Water Parks in the World! Manmade wonders of water, these parks fulfill the dreams of every kid, and every kid at heart. (More)
Obtaining a Visa to Live, Study and Work in: Schengen Area
EasyExpat
17 July, 2012 12:02
This is the fifth in a series of articles concerning visa options. We
cover the different types of visas and how to apply. The other regions in
the series are the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the United States. Get ready to go abroad!
If you've ever wanted to live or work (legally) in Australia, you've come to the right place. Below you will find information on visa regulations for long-term visitors, students, and individuals moving to Australia to work or to join spouses, partners or other family members. This is the third in a series of five articles: in the coming weeks there will be installments that investigate visa requirements for permanent residents, students, workers and certain other visitors to the United States and the Schengen Area of western Europe. Each article will focus on how to meet the requirements for obtaining a visa and/or work permit for the country or region. (More)
Expat Twitter Round-Up: 16th July 2012
Erin
16 July, 2012 11:17
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
@TelegraphExpat
Why do so many #expats turn to blogging?... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat/expatlife/9382574/Why-have-expats-set-the-blogosphere-alight.html
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Battling the Homesick Blues
Erin
12 July, 2012 09:42
A simple question from @MissAboutTown brought up an issue most expats encounter,
"Six weeks after the permanent overseas move, homesickness is starting to strike. Anyone got advice on overcoming it?"
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Expat Twitter Round-Up: 9th July 2012
Erin
09 July, 2012 10:31
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
@lonelyplanet
World's friendliest countries - is yours on the list? http://ow.ly/c3R0I ?#lp #travel
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Emiratis v. Foreigners in UAE Malls
Erin
06 July, 2012 18:30
The United Arab Emirates is home to many foreign workers. It is to the point that only about ten percent of the 8 million people who live there Emirati citizens. Western expats, Asian, African and Middle Eastern guest workers all reside, work, and live in the country. While this has helped to make it one of the world's wealthiest nations, there are culture clashes. The latest culprit in the rising summer heat has been skimpy clothing.
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What is a National Day?
Erin
04 July, 2012 20:59
A "National Day" is one of the highlights in a country's celebratory calendar as it recognizes the birth of a nation, either in history or symbolically. This nationhood can be symbolized by the date of independence, of becoming republic or a significant date for a patron saint or a ruler (birthday, accession, removal). Often a national holiday, celebrations range from fireworks to kites and dates can be fixed or movable.
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