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Tips from Betsy Burlingame
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Use Taxis Instead of Buying a Car
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Taxis are so cheap to use in the Philippines (except Manila) and relatively cheap in South Korea, I didn't find it necessary to purchase or rent a car. Also, once you see the driving habits of the locals in both of those countries, I think you will agree with me and leave the driving to someone else. (Continue Reading)
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Betsy Burlingame, Expat ExchangeHelping Kids Prepare to Move Abroad
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If you have school-aged children and your kids will be enrolled before the move, talk with their new school about helping with the transition. Many have formal programs in place for the first few weeks of school -- a buddy system is often used. (Continue Reading)
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Betsy Burlingame, Expat ExchangeTry everything twice when getting to know the locals!
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Try everything twice! The first time may not be the right time. Try to "go local" form friendships with locals, go to weddings, christenings, graduations etc. Join in the holiday customs, always try the local food and drink. (Continue Reading)
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Betsy Burlingame, Expat ExchangeFinding Time to Travel is More Difficult When Your Kids are Older
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We had expected to travel a lot on weekends, but with kids in school that did not happen. They have too many school related responsibilities to go away. People with small children have much more freedom to take kids out of school to travel. (Continue Reading)
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Betsy Burlingame, Expat ExchangeIt's Important to Learn the Language
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Language is a huge deal. Even being familiar with the language of the country in which I am currently living, I still have issues where not knowing the exact term for something makes things complicated. (Continue Reading)
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