Sort by: Most Relevant Publish Date

EXPATRIATE LIFE  

Expatriate life can be fun and exciting as you get to live abroad and experience new things. But for some, expatriate life is awful and is hard to adjust to

Hemingway's stories still speak to us nearly 50 years after his death. Read about how he shaped his stories and how his life (including what probably was bipolar disorder) shaped him.

Life as a British expatriate in America brings with it many challenges, joys and new experiences. The following article will discuss what to avoid saying to a British expatriate

The lifestyle of the expatriate may sound adventurous and tempting to seasoned travelers and those looking for a change. But before boarding the plane, consider whether or not you are really cut out for the life abroad.

If you have moved to the United States but still have family in India, you might be worried about sending money home. The good news, however, is that you can open Indian bank accounts to make your expatriate life much easier.

This extended essay explores the topic of sociology by focusing on the effects of the globalization of the nations in the world today on Chinese-American teenagers.

Expatriate assignments are risky these days, so U.S. companies are paying the big bucks to entice employees to travel abroad. Even re-acclimation from a long-term assignment is complicated.

My life as an American growing up in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia through the Gulf War and more.

Thirty years ago, I went to Israel on a spiritual journey to find myself and meet my soul family. Here are the results.

Welcome to the human race, population 6.6 billion-plus and rising exponentially on a fixed playing field of diminishing natural resources filled to capacity with cutthroat players and rabid fans from the modern and third world countries of the planet earth.

Expatriates leave a great deal behind when they move to another country such as their family, friends and familiar way of life. But once they move, how often should they return home for a visit?

Living abroad as an expatriate is a very challenging undertaking. It is not for everyone. This article will look at the pros and cons of loving back home if you are an expatriate

Expatriates who move to America will settle in at a different pace. A lot depends on whether or not they already speak English, if they have visited America before and how they feel about change and assimilation

The plight of women's rights in Iran is a hot political issue, but how much do Westerners really know about Iranian women? Marjane Satrapi's Embroideries is a grapic novel that gives us glimpses of several Iranian women's lives.

Lloyd Lofthouse rivals his wife/famed authoress Anchee Min with his impressive debut My Splendid Concubine, tracing the true-life exploits of Sir Robert Hart, the celebrated expatriate credited for bringing old China into the 20th century.

Inexpensive real estate, a low cost of living, breathtaking scenery and world-class perks should put Panama at the top of your list if you're considering a life outside of your country.

Moving to America is a huge step for many expatriates, especially if they have never lived abroad before. The country, culture and cuisine will all seem so foreign at first. Here's how to settle in during your first month as an expatriate in America

A British expatriate who is planning to relocate to America will need more than a suitcase full of clothes and all the usual travel necessities. Depending on where British expats move to, you may not have access to all the usual items from home

Ask any expatriate and you will often find that most of them would gladly get back on a plane and return home. But is this always practical? Read on to find out if expatriates should bow to family pressure and return home

No one can predict how you will handle the culture shock or a whole new life, possibly away from friends and family. But there is one group that you can count on when you leave your home country: expatriates

Ugandan author Doreen Baingana's prize-winning book of short stories depicts life in Uganda in the years following dictator Idi Amin's regime, as well as capturing the unsettling experiences of Ugandan emigres' experiences in the United States.

A CIA operative for 12 years, Agee left the agency and had been an expatriate American for 20 years.

Many foreign-born military spouses who first move to America will want to keep a tight hold on their culture and way of life, which is why they choose to join international spouses' clubs

The Caribbean is synonymous with hedonism -- from the mass tourist Mecca of the Bahamas to the off-the-beaten-path divers' paradise of Bonaire.

I tried to research Gongju, South Korea on the net without but didn't come up with much information. I have remedied this lack of information about daily life in Gongju and answer some questions you may have about Gongju with this article.

James Baldwin creates an image of a split self in an expatriate American who is confronted by his homosexual desire. He had carefully constructed an image of manhood at home to cover his homosexual desire, but it cannot be maintained away from home.

Ever dreamed of owning a foreign vacation home, living or retiring in an exotic land? You're not alone. An ever increasing number of Americans and Europeans are being lured abroad by a lower cost of living and higher quality of life.

One of the many reasons we chose to expatriate to Mexico, Guanajuato specifically, was we would be able to walk wherever we needed to go. We would no longer have to have a car for transportation as we did in Kansas City.

On a trip to meet the people of Nicaragua, the greatest life lesson learned was from one of the smallest Nicaraguans. The Truisms of Travel triumph once again!

There are those who love to read books, and then there are those who love to read and love books. Here are three books that every book lover will want on their shelf.

Americans have gotten sucked into a vacuum of thought that this is the best country in the world. It is not! We all have to travel and see which country we really feel "at home" at. Switzerland is probably your best bet.

Last year, the Dallas Morning News reported that approximately one million Americans live in Mexico. Before you grab your sombrero, take the hilarious Mexico Expat Quiz.

Istanbul does not have the widest variety of cuisine, but there are some restaurants that do offer really great food that will not break the bank. Here's a look at three of those places.

As a former businessman who lived in China, the author explains why this "peace offering" in America's recently strained relations with China is a good move. Cultural and historical perspectives also discussed.

Singapore is a thriving Asian economy attracting foreign managerial talent with lucrative opportunities, but what is the social impact of the influx?

One thing that's very notable of Washington DC are the museums.

At long last, after planning an ESL career, becoming certified and coming to Turkey, it is finally time to do the job at hand. This article recounts my first few weeks at work.

This paper deals with E.M. Forster's book "A Passage to India" and with the effects of the British Empire on India and the British taxpayer.

Panama - Is it truly a Retirement Haven?

In China there come times when you have to depend on your relations with local folks, their strength, and the clout these good relations have to offer. This is a true story about how such good relations kept me from going to prison in China.

The PKK, the Turkish and American governments have all become entangled in a dangerous game of international tension. As an American living among Turks and Kurds in Turkey, its hard not to be a little nervous.

A look at why Eveline didn't leave her family based on female roles

Do you ever feel like a millionaire in another country when the exchange rate works for you?

It is the dream of many expatriates who move to America to someday become homeowners. But if they wish to do so soon after moving to America, they will face some unexpected obstacles.

Recently named the top international retirement destination for 2007 in the Global Retirement Index, Mexico offers rich cultural heritage, diverse natural beauty and an inviting and varied climate; all of the ingredients for a perfect retirement.

No matter what happens at the 2008 Beijing Olympics this summer, the event is already a political fiasco.

For those too young to remember the Cold War or those who want to remember what things were like then, here is a list of some of the best films inspired by the Cold War.

In the June edition of Time Out Istanbul, author Attila Pelit ripped Gen X'ers like myself for traveling abroad with all of our technology in search of Hemingway's ghost. This is my response.

My personal review of Richard Preston's 1989 bestseller.

It is not often that a novel comes to hand that has been prized, praised and pre-inflated. Half of a Yellow Sun was in that category when I opened it and began to read. And I was captivated immediately.

Robert Cohn is definitely portrayed as a man who has no place in his society. Unlike Jake, Brett, Mike, and Bill, however, Cohn does not fit in because he is not part of the "Lost Generation."

Many groups and societies award works of Science Fiction and Fantasy. Whether you're looking for a good read, or looking to get some recognition for your own work, these awards are worth checking out!

It is becoming more and more common to see couples get together who hail from two different countries, cultures and ethnicities. But over the years, have you started to lose respect for your foreign-born spouse's culture, insisting that they "become American" instead?

The dream of many expatriates living abroad is to someday return home to their family and friends. But many are surprised to discover that returning home is not as easy to adjust to as they had hoped

The very first thing you should consider once you've made your mind up as to where you are going to live overseas might surprise you.

With endless activities to consider and chaos of the thriving city; many Manhattanites turn to yoga to achieve a little peace of mind. It is not unusual to see yoga mats being toted along with briefcases or a Hermes bag.

Literary Explication

This piece explores the landmark Stanley Kubrick film 2001: A Space Odyssey as well as Dr. Strangelove and A Clockwork Orange. It poses the question, Was 2001 really a sci-fi movie after all?

Expatriates and seasoned travellers know culture shock will likely strike within the first six to nine months of their move to a new country. No one is immune. Blogging is a creative way to release stress and combat symptoms.

A review of Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and how it portrays the culture of the Roaring Twenties.

Madonna's new tour includes a mock crucifixion. Edgy.

Information on the ins and outs of retiring to Italy

While the majority of schools, including CA, opt for an English immersion program, more schools across the country are realizing the value of bilingualism with programs designed to promote the acquisition of English without sacrificing native languages.

What is the role of insurance in Keeping the Masses Down? Are you paying money to destroy freedom? Buyer beware.

The advent of fast Internet communication and inexpensive air travel makes it easier to turn any far-flung paradise into a permanent home. Which places in the world have the most to offer?

A beautiful and inexpensive place without a tourist in sight. Sound like a dream? It's not. This slice of paradise does exist. Nestled high in South America's Andes mountains, Bolivia has a lot to offer.

Leaving the nest to find one's self is the fate of many expatriates. Such is the plot of a current film, Mix, now playing at festivals worldwide. It is also the story of its chief creators, The Lovy Brothers, Robert and Steven.

What are the boundaries between legitimate tax planning, tax avoidance and outright tax evasion? It seems the lines are becoming more blurred with each passing day.

The Irish people transformed from a culture whose identity was based on ethnic paradigms to an association embracing Catholicism as a result of the Ulster Plantation.

A roundup of some of Kubricks best films

An contrast between Bill and Jake in Hemingway's novel, specifically, how Jake's character is revealed through Bill.

1920s Themes in Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises"

If you've retired anywhere outside the US, you've done the Radical Retirement. Disbelief from family and friends is proof enough. Today people everywhere are opting for radical retirement.

Take a look at the "lost generation" modernism in Ernest Hemingway's 1926 classic, "The Sun Also Rises."

Many Americans have a lot of misconceptions about the British. They may have formed these opinions based on TV shows they have seen on BBC America or from films portraying the British

I spent the last five years nurturing the US economy, only to be booted out because it doesn't make sense to hire a disgruntled foreign national over a disgruntled American. And now I'm going to complain about it.

For some years now China has been in need of English teachers with whom they hire from overseas. It seems now, more than ever, China is one of the first destinations to be considered.

The web is buzzing with searches for the phrase "Ismael-Ax", the cryptic words that were scrawled on the arm of Cho Seung-Hui, the student gunman who massacred 32 students at Virginia Tech University this week.

They are not immigrants nor refugees, but citizens of another country living and working overseas. Expats flee due to political election outcomes, army nostalgia, and to broaden their horizons.

This essay explores the impact of the First World War on author PG Wodehouse through analysis of his pre- and post-war novels.

about the suggested home based business in malaysia... 100 profitable home based business to be joined in malaysia

For many seniors retirement is just a dream. Many retirees can't afford to sit there and do nothing due to the high cost of living in the United States. That old picture of the senior sitting in a rocking chair on the porch isn't realistic anymore.

Despite the national news media coverage of Detroit's ongoing decay, they city's downtown is undergoing a rapid revitalization.

I have always wanted to live and teach abroad. In a previous article I detailed my decision to teach in Istanbul. Now I am faced with the reality of that decision in an intimidating yet breathtaking and beguiling city.