Germany is a true multicultural country with over 16 million Turks, Greeks, Italians, Poles, Russians, Spaniards and other ethnic groups contributing to the cultural mix in the country today. In fact, the travel guide Lonely Planet a few years ago listed Germany second in its rankings of best countries in the world to visit, primarily because of its diversity and
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The diversity of India - with its many languages, cultures and customs - makes it different and, in many ways, more interesting than most other countries. But it is also a land of sharp contrasts, where some of the richest people in the world coexist with a large population living in extreme poverty. But India is on the rise,
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The Italian lifestyle is as close to la dolce vita or the sweet life as you can get. It is what attracts millions of visitors from around the world each year. Warm and welcoming, Italians are passionate about almost everything. Whether it is cooking, art, music, sports or just conversation, Italians reveal their passionate nature. Italians are not shy or
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Japan is not a laid-back country. It is quite the opposite, in fact. In the U.S. the concept of a “couch potato” is well understood, but not so in Japan. Life in the country is fast-paced and centers mostly on work, socializing and recreation. The land of the rising sun is an archipelago of nearly 7,000 islands in Eastern Asia.
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A land of sunshine, rich cultural traditions, historical heritage, a slower pace of life and lower living costs, Mexico has been an international adventurer destination for years. Mexico’s lifestyle combination appeals to the nearly one million expats living in the country today, including the largest group of American expats in any country in the world. The real secret behind Mexico’s
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The Netherlands blends some of the most liberal attitudes to be found in Europe today with an orderly, structured society. Dutch people are very friendly and speak excellent English because it is taught in state schools. But be forewarned, the Dutch can be blunt and do not mince words when it comes to expressing themselves. The saying “honesty is the
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Searching for a more balanced lifestyle? New Zealand may just be the place for you. This small island nation, tucked away southeast of Australia in the far reaches of the southwestern Pacific Ocean, consistently comes out near the top of most surveys comparing the quality of life around the globe. In fact, the BBC has called New Zealand a
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In Norway, outdoor activity is year-round, even during those long, cold winter days. These modern day Viking descendants do not let a little cold weather and snow get in their way. They love to ski, snowboard, ice skate and enjoy a wide variety of winter sports and activities. Proof of their love of winter sports was their showing in
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Singapore is a country that just works. This tiny city-state, just a bridge away from the tip of the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia, is a rich blend of East and West values and cultures, influenced by history, location and its role as the region’s most dynamic business center.If you are thinking about moving to Singapore, you should enjoy living
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There is a reason why most everyone in the world knows the Spanish word for party is fiesta. Spaniards know how to enjoy life, eat great food and party! You can find a fiesta or popular festivals and carnivals everywhere in Spain throughout the year. The La Tomatina Festival in Valencia brings thousands of people every year in August to
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