Category Archives: cost of living

Clothing International Cost of Living Rank 2010

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Xpatulator

This report provides you with the rank of Clothing cost of living indexes as at September 2010 for each of our 300 global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services … Continue reading →

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International Cost of Living – September 2010

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Xpatulator

Tokyo is the costliest city in the world in which to live. Tokyo is the most expensive city in the world in which to live, out of 300 global locations, surveyed in September 2010. While Tokyo is relatively cheap for … Continue reading →

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Guadeloupe, Basse-Terre – Cost of Living

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Guadeloupe depends on tourism, agriculture, light industry and services. It is dependent on France for large subsidies and imports.   Basse-Terre is the capital and second largest city of Guadeloupe. The surrounding areas of Basse-Terre consists of … Continue reading →

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French Polynesia, Papeete – Cost of Living

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of French Polynesia is moderately developed and dependent on imported goods, tourism, and the financial assistance of mainland France. Tourist facilities are well developed and are available on the major islands.   Papeete is the capital of French … Continue reading →

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French Guiana, Cayenne – Cost of Living

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Xpatulator

French Guiana is heavily dependent on France for subsidies, trade, and goods. Main industries include fishing, gold mining and timber. The Guiana Space Centre at Kourou contributes 25% of GDP and employs approximately 1,700 people.   Cayenne is the capital … Continue reading →

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Cook Islands, Avarua – Cost of Living

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Xpatulator

The Economy of the Cook Islands is isolated from foreign markets, has inadequate infrastructure, lacks major natural resources and suffers greatly from natural disasters. Agriculture is the main economic base while there is limited manufacturing. The Cook Islands economy is … Continue reading →

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Grocery International Cost of Living Ranking 2010

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Xpatulator

This report provides you with the rank of Grocery cost of living indexes as at September 2010 for each of our 300 global locations. The indexes are calculated using the prices for specific quantities of the same goods and services … Continue reading →

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Negotiating an Expatriate Package

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Xpatulator

Although international experience can be helpful for future promotional prospects, companies recognize that employees are cautious about going abroad for “possible future consideration”. Consequently companies usually offer employees financial and non-financial incentives to compensate for the upheaval associated with relocation abroad. Continue reading →

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Cyprus, Nicosia Cost of Living April 2010

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Xpatulator

Country Full Name: Republic of Cyprus. Location: Cyprus is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey. Country Climate: Temperate; Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and cool winters. Country Terrain: Central plain with mountains to north and south; scattered … Continue reading →

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International Cost of Living Ranking April 2010

Posted on April 10, 2010 by Xpatulator

This report provides you with the rank of cost of living indexes as at April 2010 for each of our 282 global locations. Continue reading →

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