7 HISTORIC PLACES YOU MUST VISIT IN THE UAE
The UAE is not just about tall buildings and modern skyscrapers. It is also a rich host of cultural places that boast stories and experiences, transcending time and people. That is why the UAE has been tagged as one of the most visited countries in the world, projecting to gather 20 million visitors by 2020. Here are 7 […]
THE 7 ROLES OF A TEACHER IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Nola A., a Senior English Instructor at Eton Institute, provides a useful insight into the roles relevant to today’s teaching. The 7 Roles of a Teacher in the 21st Century: Think about the type of lesson you normally teach: In which roles are you often involved? Are there any roles in which you have less experience? […]
Top 5 Tips for a Successful Culture Change when Relocating
Whether you’re moving abroad as part of a business assignment or moving overseas in pursuit of adventure, there are a variety of steps that you can take to ensure that your cultural transition is as smooth as possible. Here are our Top Five steps that you should take, before moving abroad: 1. Start learning the […]
EATING YOUR WAY TO LANGUAGE LEARNING
It’s no doubt that eating is a vital element of our lives, but today, it is increasingly becoming a true pleasure and passion for many people across the world. Chefs in different countries explore the resources of food, innovating and creating different blends of taste, and developing new sensations that tingle the palette. The great advantage of […]
10 Traditional Christmas Dishes from Around the World
We all know about our own Christmas traditions. But every once in a while, it’s interesting to see what it’s like in other places. Regardless of different timings, a common theme throughout the world is the importance food plays in their traditions. Every country has it’s staples – the foods that are a classic and […]
8 Extraordinary Valentine’s Day Traditions from Around the World
💘 Valentine’s Day Around the World: Unique Traditions You’ve Probably Never Heard Of When we think of Valentine’s Day, images of roses, chocolates, romantic dinners, and heartfelt cards come to mind. But did you know that February 14 is celebrated in vastly different ways around the world? From ancient rituals to modern gestures of love […]
Malaysian Business Etiquette: Greetings and Meetings
Malaysia has a fair amount of foreigners in the country who coexist peacefully with the locals. Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures and people from various parts of the world visit the country for tourism, business activities, education and much more. The major ethnic groups in Malaysia are the Malays, Chinese and the Indians. […]
Why the Languages in Malaysia Are The Easiest Languages To Learn
Living in a new country entails learning its mother tongue. Even though it is a common notion that learning a new language could be challenging, there are much easier ones to master than others, especially if you are living in host countries (a good vantage point!). Govind, our guest blogger from Dubai who is an […]
Mumbai is The City, Bombay is An Emotion
Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay), is the capital of the state of Maharashtra and is the most populous city in India. The city’s change in name did not alter the sentiments Mumbaikars (people from Mumbai) have for this place. People from all walks of life flock to the city every day to earn a living. […]
Exploring Abu Dhabi: 5 Amazing Places to Visit in the UAE’s Capital
Abu Dhabi is the UAE’s Capital and the biggest among the 7 emirates, accounting for 87% of the country’s total area. Aside from being the largest emirate, Abu Dhabi has a lot to offer to tourists and travelers. Elika G. gives you a sneak peek of what Abu Dhabi has to offer: its top 5 tourist […]
