Category Archives: international assignment

Expat Eye on the World

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Xpatulator

  Being much more visual when it comes to gathering information or purely learning just about anything, I am always on the look out for videos that will help me achieve this. Deciding to become an expat IS a big … Continue reading →

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The truth about expat lifestyle in Greece

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Xpatulator

The truth about expat lifestyle in Greece, a personal recount…. Continue reading →

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Angola Cost of Living

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Xpatulator

Angola cost of living is ranked a high cost of living location. Continue reading →

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Being an Expat Kid

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Xpatulator

Is being an expat all about attitude, and if so, does this have an immense influence on expat children and how they perceive their situation in this new environment?

If as adults we have doubts about settling in a new country, how do you think our children are feeling?
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How to Calculate a Cost of Living Allowance

Posted on January 25, 2009 by Xpatulator

A Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is a salary supplement paid to employees to cover differences in the cost of living, particularly as a result of an international assignment. The amount of COLA should enable an expatriate to be able … Continue reading →

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