Asia – A Vegetarian Paradise

Expats who stick to a vegetarian lifestyle are quite familiar with the fear that comes from travelling to a new city or even just a new restaurant.   Many dining establishments will have one option, but some still remain 100% devoted to meat. Thankfully, many of our destination countries rank highly on the “Most Vegetarian Friendly” […]

Are Plastic Umbrella Bags the Next Straw?

Countries around the world are trying to tackle the overabundance of plastic waste that seems to be everywhere these days. Bans on drinking straws have been set for implementation in countries around the world. In Hong Kong, one group has taken aim at the disposable plastic umbrella covers offered by stores and government buildings. Hong […]

Top 6 Questions to Ask Before a Home Finding Trip

When searching for a home, the list of needs and wants is typically the first thing to make.    A need and a want can vary depending on the host location.  There is a great deal of variance in what is “standard” in every country.  Here is a good list of items to consider when speaking […]