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Getting Married in China? Don’t Get Sucked into the Property Bubble

It’s an age-old story of expat life in China. The young foreigner arrives on China’s shores, looking to make a life for himself. After securing a job, learning Chinese, and…

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Is Teaching in Thailand Right For You?

There is something alluring about moving to a foreign land and immersing yourself into an entirely different society. As an American who has taught as a foreign teacher in Thailand,…

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Interview: Teaching English in Thailand

I met Rachel in Queenstown during my first few days in New Zealand. I had the pleasure of spending three days with her and her best friend. Rachel is a…

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Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand

Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand There’s no doubt that Thailand is rapidly becoming more desirable, accessible, and affordable. However, this increasing convenience comes at a price. So if…

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Thailand’s Devastating Loss of the Magnificent King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Today, the dull Florence sky matches the color of the pale grey comforter I just bought to protect me from Italy’s sudden shift from summer to winter. I suppose they…

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Why Bangkok is The Best Place to Live in Thailand for Expats

Why Bangkok is The Best Place to Live in Thailand for Expats Have you always wanted to retire or relocate to an exotic country? If you’re one of the millions…

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Pattaya: A Possible Cause of Thailand’s Bad Reputation

Pattaya: A Possible Cause of Thailand’s Bad Reputation Pollution, sex-tourism, and ladyboys. Unfortunately, these are all images that are commonly associated with Thailand, thanks to films such as The Hangover…

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Why South Korea

Why South Korea The Korean Market With a population of about 50 million and GDP in the range of US$1.1975 trillion as of 2013, Korea has a huge market. Its…

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Retire in South Korea

Retire in South Korea South Korea doesn’t offer retirement visas to foreign citizens, so even though South Korea has attracted a great number of Western expatriates as a retirement destinations,…

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What to Expect When Moving to South Korea

What to Expect When Moving to South Korea South Korea is a great country to move to and there are lots of opportunities for foreigners, the people are friendly and…