On July 4, 1776, the U.S. Declaration of Independence was signed by fifty-six delegates from thirteen colonies. What was the fiftieth and most recent state to join the United States? Alaska Hawaii New Mexico Puerto Rico Click here for the answer! […] Continue reading… from Which one?
When the unexpected happens at home, it is unsettling. When it happens in a foreign country, it can be confusing and frightening. International assignees and business travelers have seen an increasing need for emergency preparedness in recent years. Hazards range from natural disasters to political instability to random acts of public violence. While it is […] Continue reading… from What You Should Know Emergency Readiness
There are nearly 50 landlocked countries around the world. Which place listed below is surrounded by the most countries? A) Botswana B) Ethiopia C) Austria D) Niger E) Hungary Click here for the answer! […] Continue reading… from Which country is the most landlocked?
Scandinavians enjoy some of the best gender equality in the world. The World Economic Forum’s 2017 Gender Gap Index lists Iceland, Norway, Finland, and Sweden in first, second, third, and fifth spots, with Rwanda taking fourth. Health, education, economics, and politics in 144 countries were measured in this report, with an overall finding that the […] Continue reading… from Gender Equality in Business
No, this isn’t a credit card ad. But it is a question you’ll need to ask yourself if you’re traveling for business or relocating abroad. How can you expect to pay for things in the country you’re traveling to? Cash It’s easy – and necessary – to find out what the local currency is before […] Continue reading… from What’s in your wallet?
Which of the following is not in the list of top five cities with the most free wi-fi hotspots? Tokyo London Kuala Lumpur Toronto Seoul Click here for the answer! […] Continue reading… from How easy is it to find free wi-fi around the world?
Somewhere on your international move to-do list is something that is very mundane while you’re at home: driving. Those of us who commute every day — or at least drive for errands and trips – often do so on auto-pilot. We drive to familiar places without much thought. But what if you need a car […] Continue reading… from Life in the fast lane…
Your coziest robe. A cup of hot tea. A warm bath. These sound like the makings of a relaxing day… But they can also be what you turn to when you have the flu. This year’s flu season is shaping up to be a vigorous one, and no one wants to get sick while traveling […] Continue reading… from Your Best Shot at Good Health
As I write this on December 1, 2017, I’m marking my 20 years in this industry, with this company – or some form of it, as there have been acquisitions and changes of ownership over the years. It feels like a significant milestone and, once I had my 20-oz cup of coffee, it got me […] Continue reading… from A Venti for my Twenty
