Living in a Foreign Country

What do you do in Europe when you're ready for some rest and relaxation? Only a COUPLE of suggestions, but they may get you there! And, a farewell.

Jun 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

It’s a long way to Tipperary, or Timbuktu, or Taiwan. Let’s not forget those who drop us off at the airport, bus or train station and wait for our messages!

May 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

Here are some volunteer opportunities for ye! Also, things you’re going to have to keep your eyes and ears open for; in other words, don’t go ANYWHERE without checking things out first!

Apr 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

This month starts the first in a series of articles about five regions of the world and the opportunities that they hold out for living abroad wanna-bees and veterans alike.

Mar 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

Suggestions on insurance, transporting your medicine and emergencies.

Feb 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

This second article talks about pre-existing medical conditions and how they may affect your decision on where to live.

Jan 1, 2003 - Julie Thompson

“If you’ve got your health, you’ve got everything”. Well, not quite, but what you do have, you’ve got to take care of. Things to think about when it comes to taking care of yourself.

Dec 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

Feel like Dorothy in Oz 'wanting to go home' but can't just 'click your heels three times'? How do you deal with it?

Nov 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

here's how to deal with culture shock, at least, some ideas to try!

Oct 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

You hear about this all the time; is it really that difficult to deal with?

Sep 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

Yen, pesos, euros, dollars- what should you do with them, and why

Aug 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

So, just how do you go about learning a second language?

Jul 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

things to be aware of as a foreign renter; it's not easy!

Jun 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

how to find that “no place like home," even if it’s four thousand miles away from your former one

May 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

Some precautions to take in order to avoid avoidable problems, at least for the time being

Apr 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

How to survive the ordeal of making yourself legal in your new country

Mar 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

A breather from information, just a little humor

Feb 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

Let’s not get lost in the first twenty-four hours!,Let’s not get lost in the first twenty-four hours!

Jan 1, 2002 - Julie Thompson

taking your first steps in your new country while keeping your sanity intact

Dec 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

Just a few items to think about when you’re making up your packing list

Nov 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

A few suggestions on how to get your things from Country A to Country B

Oct 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

Discussion of the five major modes of international travel available-advantages and disadvantages

Sep 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

A discussion of various factors involved in the initial planning of a long-term move to another country

Aug 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

a discussion of four of the most common reasons for planning to live abroad

Jul 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

How to adapt to a new culture and new language

Jun 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson

A brief discussion of some of the factors to consider in making a move to another country

May 1, 2001 - Julie Thompson