Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.
Long carefree days in the sunshine, away from the hassles of life back home, entice many to consider retiring abroad. This book offers a comprehensive framework for planning a successful retirement overseas, featuring helpful checklists and practical advice. It guides readers through essential steps such as selecting the ideal location, purchasing property, addressing health and social security concerns, preparing for departure, and handling emergencies. The reviews highlight its value: one publication states it contains "all you need to know about retiring to the country of your choice," while another praises its excellent information, including checklists and healthcare issues for those contemplating a fresh start worldwide. The author, Roger Jones, is a freelance writer and consultant specializing in expatriate matters, with previous works including guides on finding jobs abroad. He resides in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK. The book's contents cover various topics, including the transition into retirement, property acquisition, financial considerations, settling in, adapting to a foreign lifestyle, and options for returning home. Appendices provide information on retirement locations in Europe and the rest of the world, along with a directory of contacts and a bibliography for further reading.
How and Where to Find World-Wide Opportunities and Contacts - Third Edition
One of the main assets for the reader wishing to teach overseas is their knowledge of English. Those with TEFL qualifications are in constant demand in non-English speaking countries. In the English-speaking world teachers in any subject area can find a ready market for their skills in schools or universities, where English is the medium of instruction. This book aims to present all the information needed when considering work as a teacher abroad.
Traces the life and career of the great Renaissance artist, provides a thorough historical background, and discusses the nature of Raphael's genius