Managing Culture Shock in Malaysia
Managing Culture Shock in Malaysia One of the first things that will become clear shortly after your arrival in Malaysia is that there are many new rules and that you…
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Lien: The Concept of “Face” in Chinese Culture, Part 2
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…
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Embracing the Culture of Old San Juan
Biculturalism is not the wholesale buying into another culture, nor is it the process of assimilating. I have met expats who by attempting to fully adopt the customs and attitudes…
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Paris in a Nutshell
Central Paris, with a population of 2.1 million people (2005 statistics), has a very small area of just under 100 square kilometers. No corner is farther than six miles from…
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Minimizing Culture Shock When First Retiring in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is rapidly becoming a retirement haven where expats can stretch their nest egg to the max. The area is affordable, beautiful, and truly an exotic getaway for most…
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Living in the Marshall Islands: An EscapeArtist Quick Take
Living in the Marshall Islands Getting There and Getting Around You will arrive at the Amata Kabua International Airport at the south side of Majuro Atoll, the capital of the…
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Top 10 Reasons to Retire in Costa Rica
Why Retire in Costa Rica Costa Rica is one of the most desirable places in the World to retire for its beautiful natural scenery, tranquil “Pura Vida” lifestyle, friendly locals,…
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In Their Own Words: Expats Living in Bali
Diane and Beth, proprietors of Taman Rahasia Hotel “The Secret Garden” Boutique Resort Spa & Restaurant Diane, from Florida, stresses that she wasn’t trying to get away from something as…
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Five Questions to Ask Before Moving to Belize
Many North Americans and Europeans have a dream of living where the water is blue, the air is warm, the rum is cheap and the living is easy. Belize may,…
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Five Tips for Using Korean Restrooms and Toilets
Five Tips for Using Korean Restrooms and Toilets As a foreigner who lived in Korea for a few years I have more than my share of stories to tell. But…
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