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According to the traditional Chinese calendar Saturday 25th January is the start to the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. The Chinese Zodiac has a cycle of 12 years, with each year being celebrated by an animal which are Rat, Ox, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Tiger, Rabbit, Sheep, Rooster, Monkey, Dog and Pig, 2020 is the…

Relocating to a different country can be like taking a jump into the unknown, therefore, preparing for the “culture shock” is important before the big move. Cultural differences normally include aspects such as language, politics, customs and religion. Getting to grips with the basics paves the way to a smooth and comfortable settling in process.…

When you begin to plan your next employee relocation there are a long list of questions that need answering. At the top of the list is usually the question “How should I plan for health care”? The healthcare system you are currently used to can be wildly different form the new location; for example, in the…

Returning home after a work assignment is often the most stressful and overlooked stage of the relocation process for both employees and businesses. Individuals have a lot of problems to solve throughout their move. Additionally, businesses have their own concerns such as expenses and retaining that employee etc. This stage needs to be as carefully planned…

Happy European Day of Languages 2019! A day to celebrate linguistic diversity and encourage the preservation of European languages!  If you currently live in Europe or are looking to relocate there, you may be interested to know where the day came from and what the goal was for it. This event dates back to 2001…

If there’s something strange in the neighbourhood, who you gonna call? Well, depending on the circumstance, Ghostbusters might not be the way to go.  When you are relocating to a new country, knowing the emergency numbers can be crucial in a crisis. Here you can find a compilation of emergency contact numbers for use in…

WHY USE TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION WHEN RELOCATING? Searching for a place you are happy to rest your head is often one of the first things we do before arriving in another country. We all want somewhere we will feel comfortable, that’s ideally located with all our living essentials to hand. That’s why it is so important…

A strange analogy you might think, but I believe it is a fitting way to illustrate how we can help not only breakdown the overwhelming task of relocation but also work with you right up until they’ve settled into their new homes. This might be your first rodeo with relocating your workforce, or you might…

Independence Day has been celebrated on 4 July since 1776. The day marks America’s independence from Britain’s rule. If you’re an expat living in America, you’ll also be aware that 4 July is a public holiday, which means a day off work! However, as a newcomer to the country, you may have questions about whether…

Everyone in the global mobility sectors knows just how much costs can rapidly stack up when planning and executing global relocations for their clients. There can be numerous potential pitfalls of unexpected expenses, and one of the essential tasks that global mobility experts carry out is to keep costs low for their clients. Specific steps…