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living in Dubai

5 Things To Know While Living In Dubai

    Home to myriad nationalities, a vibrant nightlife, and delightfully spotless beaches, living in Dubai has a great deal to offer. This ultra-modern Middle Eastern city could undoubtedly provide an exciting new life.          Although Dubai experiences a sweltering desert climate, residents can live comfortably in the city because it provides…

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Move Abroad And Leave Your House Behind

Time To Move Abroad And Leave Your House Behind

  Moving abroad can be a cost-intensive exercise that requires you to start over in another country. Before moving you should secure accommodation in your new environment. This arrangement means buying or renting a home abroad.  If you are moving to change your environment, then you should consider selling your house at home to boost…

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safety tips

First Time Living Abroad? 6 Safety Tips

  Moving to a new country is an exciting part of your life, and experiencing new cultures and lifestyles will enrich life. However, it is essential to remember that no matter how exciting moving into a new country is, there is always the risk for danger, especially for foreigners.       It is wise…

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Stress-Free Family Move Overseas

8 Essential Tips For A Stress-Free Family Move Overseas

    You may have landed a job abroad, and you just want to settle in a different place. Regardless, moving overseas is a significant decision.  That said, you should keep these tips in mind to ensure a stress-free family move overseas:     1. Check for Repairs When settling into a new home, especially overseas,…

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Moving To Dubai

Things To Know When Moving To Dubai

  Did you know that expatriates make up 85% of Dubai’s population?  If you love city living and you thrive in a fast-paced environment and scorching heat – Dubai is the perfect place for you. With its jaw-dropping architecture, fancy nightlife, tax-free salary (yes!), and extremely low crime rate, Dubai offers excellent opportunities for expats….

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Alternative Destinations To Avoid Other Brits

Escape From The UK: 5 Alternative Destinations To Avoid Other Brits

    Just a few months after the end of the Brexit transition period, Smart Currency Exchange clients tell us they’re as keen as ever to experience life outside the UK.  Indeed with millions of us working from home for the foreseeable future, many are wondering if they can do so far beyond British shores….

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Parenting Styles From Around The World

Parenting Styles From Around The World

Parenting styles often come under scrutiny in modern cultures. There are many different resources and methods for every element of parenting, from toilet training to schooling, making it difficult to know the best way to bring up your little one. Plus, with plenty of well-meaning (and some more critical) people waiting to give their opinion…

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Becoming An Expat

How To Decide If Becoming An Expat Is Right For You

  Ever since the beginning of time, people have been traveling from their current residence in search of a better life. Throughout history, some jobs required relocation – being a diplomat, a merchant, a missionary.  Times and technology have changed and now many jobs can be done remotely, which gives us a grand opportunity to…

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What Americans Don't Know About Living in Europe

What Americans Don’t Know About Living In Europe

  Visiting Europe has long been a kind of rite of passage for Americans. It’s somewhat ironic since many Americans are descended from people who went to great lengths to leave Europe.  Still, Americans feel a kind of propriety over their ancient motherland, like they know Europe, perhaps better than the Europeans do.  Even a…

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Learning The Local Language

Moving Abroad Checklist: Learning The Local Language

    Learning the local language when you move abroad to work can be an essential requirement for many and a great way to help you integrate into the local community for all.  Here Speaketto set out the four pillars of language and give tips on how to learn a new language.      …

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