Author: Cathy Heyne

Technology and connectivity are fundamental parts of a family’s global relocation plan. Choosing what equipment to take, establishing what services are available, determining the best options for at-home and mobile connectivity — all of these decisions can make a critical difference in quality of life, and therefore, an assignment’s overall success. Yet, it is very […] Continue reading… from New technology = new relocation planning by Erin Fitzgerald, GMS, Living Abroad LLC

Education has never been more expensive, or more highly valued, writes Iain Yule, Editorial Director for World of Expats. The average cost of a university undergraduate education for an international student in the USA is over $36,000 a year. But at $42,000 a year, Australia is the most expensive option. Nearly three quarters of parents […] Continue reading… from International Education: Cost versus Quality

If you want a better-run business, put a woman in the boardroom.  Greater gender diversity helps corporate boards to function better, and all it takes is one woman to make a difference.  New studies show that the presence of female board members has a positive impact in a variety of areas, and that much of […] Continue reading… from How Women Make a Difference

According to a new report from Gallup, Latin Americans are the winners when it comes to having positive emotions.  Approximately 1,000 residents were polled in each of 138 countries.  At the top is Paraguay, followed by Panama, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Colombia.  The only top 10 country located outside the Americas is Denmark. […] Continue reading… from Are you happy?

Your spouse or partner is offered the chance of a lifetime: an expenses-paid job transfer abroad, with all the possibilities and excitement of a fresh start in a fascinating new place. You’ll be able to explore, immerse yourself in a new culture, entertain envious friends who will flock to your exotic new location for a […] Continue reading… from How to settle in your new country

Living Abroad is excited to announce the release of four new U.S. destination reports: – Albuquerque, New Mexico – Boulder, Colorado – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Phoenix, Arizona These four fascinating cities have much to offer those who relocate to them. For example, all are hosting festivals the first week in June! Albuquerque: Albuquerque Film […] Continue reading… from Living Abroad released four new U.S. destinations

April to May is a beautiful time of year in many parts of the world. It also means a treat for music fans: Eurovision! The Eurovision Song Contest was launched by the European Broadcasting Union in 1956, in an effort to bring unified entertainment to the entire continent. Seven countries participated in the first Eurovision, […] Continue reading… from Are you a music lover?

A bit of advice frequently given to assignees moving abroad is to “bloom where you’re planted.”  With much of the Northern Hemisphere experiencing an extremely cold, snowy winter, it is easy to feel more like hibernating than blooming. But spring is coming! And just to urge it along, witness one of the beautiful flower and […] Continue reading… from Where are you planted?

Would you like to turn the time you spend on games like Angry Birds or QuizUp into mastery of a new language? Here are three free online language learning resources that are as just as much fun as they are educational. Duolingo: Formats: Web, iPhone, Android Learn: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian Duolingo is […] Continue reading… from Free online language learning resources