local customs and etiquette

Work Visas and Finding a Job in the Great Britain If you come to the UK to work you will find out that there are all kinds of work visas available for foreigners, depending if you are…
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In the first article in this series, Jon shared his best advice for those considering moving to Russia and working there, and specifically for those wishing to teach English in Russia.…
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How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia Becoming an ESL teacher is a great way to see the world, and meet people and learn about different cultures first hand, but only if…
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Business Etiquette In Dubai Even though Dubai is a modern city with many foreigners working and living there, it is still a city with its very own culture and business etiquette. If…
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What To Do In Dubai Once you arrive in Dubai and get settled in your hotel you'll probably want to go out and explore the city. Transportation In Dubai Public transport is…
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Sport Vacation In Dubai Dubai is the ‘sporting capital’ of the Middle East. Numerous international sporting events are hosted in the emirate every year, including the world’s richest…
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Setting Up A Business In Dubai It's a great time to set up a business in Dubai. The past 10 years have witnessed incredible growth throughout all sectors of the Dubai economy. The…
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Daily Living In Dubai In terms of daily living in Dubai, it is very important to observe the culture and laws in the UAE to avoid improper conduct and behavior, which can otherwise…
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10 Things To Know Before You Head Off To The Balkans Roman palaces, palm trees, dark lofty mountains, and fabulous beaches typically aren’t the first things that come to one’s mind…
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A Spanish Love Affair: Living On Ibiza In March 2003 I found myself in a travel agent’s office together with my husband Charles and our seven-month-old son Kiran. England had been…
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The Chinese aversion to self-assertion is well-illustrated by the concept of Lien, or “Face”. Lien refers to the many ways in which a person earns or gains the respect of others, and…
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Excerpted and adapted from the ebook "Cultural Dimensions of Expatriate Living and Working in Nicaragua" by Bill Drake. The courteous, somewhat formal nature of the Nicaraguan…
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Living In Dubai: An EscapeArtist Quick Take Here's an EscapeArtist quick take on the ins and outs of living in Dubai. Religion And Daily Life Even though Dubai is…
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"In the county of Belize, including Ambergris Caye, we welcome people from all walks of life with open arms. Presently, we have a mixture of all races, like a melting pot. We have…
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Driving (Crazy) in Poland, Part 2 In the previous article in this series, Agnieszka & Anna Lapacz share some helpful information about obtaining the required documents to drive…
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Tourism Micronesia (officially the Federated States of Micronesia) controls very few natural resources so their major industries are fishing and agriculture. Due to its natural beauty,…
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It’s difficult for an American to understand the Chinese concept of Face because we really have no equivalent in our culture. The reason why a clear understanding of Face is vital for…
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Now that you’ve settled into your hotel, you’re bound to be hungry! In order to make your dining experience as enjoyable as possible, it’s important to know a little bit about what’s…
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Special courtesies expected by employees that may not be anticipated by the foreign supervisor include time off to attend to family responsibilities. The obligations of the extended…
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Okay, so you want to move to Peru. You may have a job waiting for you here, you may have fallen in love with a Peruvian and decided to try living in their world, you may be adventurous…
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