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There are lots of factors to consider when selecting the perfect site for your seminar/conference/retreat and often companies want to leave the county, but keep things simple.  US Customs Pre-clearance goes a long way toward helping attendees have an easy journey home.  Mark Chesnut shares the countries offering this gem and all you need to know to take advantage of this "newish" travel enhancement. 🌎✈️ #SiteSourcing#AttendeeExperience#LetsGetPlanning https://lnkd.in/e3PkJepM

When I moved to Ireland and started working in international trade here, I knew that adaptability would be key. Up until then, my experience was focused on air and ocean freight, and learning about the road freight system was a whole new challenge. The calculations for volume, vehicle types, and even the transport system were completely different from what I was used to. However, this change had an extremely positive impact on my career. With every new lesson, I feel that my perspective on international trade has broadened, and today, I can say that this experience has greatly enriched my resume. In addition, the simplicity and ease of working day-to-day in Europe, with little to no bureaucracy, were surprising. Processes like customs clearance and transit registration are much more streamlined, and the fact that road freight is usually door-to-door brings more control and security to operations. Here, I had to adapt to a much faster pace, where same-day pick-up and shipment are common. Flexibility and speed were skills I had to quickly develop to keep up with the market. In the end, this experience only reinforced how essential it is to step out of your comfort zone for personal and professional growth. Being here, I understand why many in other countries struggle to comprehend the complexity of Brazilian bureaucracy, and it made me think more “outside the box.” For those going through an adaptation process, whether in another country or sector: focus and resilience are essential. The beginning may be challenging, but believe me, success will follow! 🚀 #InternationalTrade #FreightForwarding #Adaptability #RoadFreight #CareerGrowth #Logistics #SupplyChain #GlobalTrade #ProfessionalDevelopment #Resilience

Embarking on an international journey is a thrilling experience, but navigating through customs can be a daunting task for many travelers. However, with the right knowledge and preparation, international customs can be a smooth and hassle-free process. In this guide, we will provide you with essential tips and strategies to breeze through customs,... (continue reading here https://lnkd.in/d6wbC3K3) #Customs #Passport #Success #Traveltips

I have been traveling globally for work for over 20 years and I have always been struck by the three simple questions that you are asked at Customs/Passport Control. It is always some version (depending on the direction you are going) of: Where are you from? Where are you going? How long will you stay? That is such a metaphor for life and work and a reminder that wherever you are, and regardless of how long you have been there, that you can always get up and keep moving forward.

Something to be very mindful of when young people go abroad.

My article in on the CGTN opinion page where it is shown that #China has recently made important decisions to stimulate foreign and domestic #tourism. In particular, it was announced a visa-free regime for travel to China for citizens of #Brunei, #France, #Germany, #Ireland, #Italy, #Kazakhstan, the #Netherlands, #Spain, #Malaysia, #Thailand, #Singapore and #Switzerland. New opportunities for international and domestic air #travel are rapidly being created, and the Civil Aviation Administration of China stated that it expects the number of international flights in and out of the country to reach 6,000 per week by the end of this year, or about 80 percent of pre-COVID-19 levels, compared to the current number of around 4,600 per week. A significant increase in domestic travel is also expected, for example, it is already clear that during this year's Spring Festival there would be a record number of individual air travels of more than 80 million trips. The growth is estimated at 9.8 percent compared to 2019. All these measures are timely and will create millions of additional jobs and will bring other important economic and social benefits to the country. They will contribute to #infrastructure #development, #transport and #energy, create opportunities for #culture exchange, and sharing of historical and gastronomical traditions. Those measures will also support sectors such as #agriculture, #communications, #health and #education. Reforms in these directions must be resolutely continued.

Why Mexico City’s Japanese restaurant scene is about more than just great food September 25, 2024 at 10:54AM https://ift.tt/B01EXLy https://ift.tt/RrA235d As MND puts local food and drink into a sharper focus in its new sections, we’re kicking off a series to give readers and eaters a peek into the many cultures that make Mexico City’s cuisine what it is today. Many people think of Mexico as ethnically monolithic, a mestizo nation made up of the descendants of Spaniards and Indigenous peoples. In fact, many groups of immigrants have also come to the country and left their indelible mark on the local food scene. One of these groups is the Japanese. In 1888, Mexico and Japan signed the Treaty of Amity, Commerce and Navigation,  which not only established diplomatic relations between the two countries but was also Japan’s first trading agreement that put it on equal footing with another nation. But even then, there were already hundreds of years of history linking the two countries: Japanese sailors had long been part of the Manila Galleon, the trans-Pacific trade route that connected the Philippines and Mexico during the Spanish colonial period. These sailors often joined up on ships that were making the rounds and trading with Spanish sailors in the Philippines. Invented by a Japanese immigrant in Mexico, cacahuates japoneses are a beloved national bar snack. (Amazon) A brief history of Japanese Mexicans  The first official Japanese immigration to Mexico came in the form of the Enomoto Colonization Party, which settled in Chiapas with plans to start a coffee-growing business. The project failed, but it was the start of a small trend of permanent Japanese immigration to Mexico during the 19th and 20th centuries. By 1910, 10,000 Japanese are believed to have settled in Mexico. Many early immigrants worked on the railroads and fishermen on the coast, or headed inland to the capital to start small businesses.  During World War II, the United States government pressured Mexico to move its Japanese population away from the coasts and the borders to the interior of the country, specifically Guadalajara and Mexico City. Although their situation was not quite as punitive as in the United States — where 90% of the Japanese population was arrested and sent to internment camps — some Japanese in Mexico were arrested and held for the duration of the war, and the majority of those forced to relocate were stripped of their possessions and property. Forced to register in their new home cities so that the Mexican government could monitor them, they were left to survive with no government assistance. What came from this concentration of the Nikkei — or Japanese-descendant — community were thriving local enclaves of immigrants who worked to preserve their culture and their cuisine despite the challenges they faced. In Guadalajara, Japanese cooks set up stands outside the bus station selling fish soup to travelers: today, these stands have morphed into...

Customs Guide to Spain – What You Need to Know When You Move

✨ Ready to take the leap and move abroad? ✨ Before you pack your bags, make sure you understand the ins and outs of your relocation estimate. From transportation to customs fees, we've got you covered with our ultimate guide to navigating the costs of an international move. Stay informed, plan ahead, and move with confidence! Check out the full guide here 👉 🇩🇰 https://bit.ly/3Bu6u5B 🇳🇴 https://bit.ly/3ZVhrHD 🇸🇪 https://bit.ly/3U12GPX #MovingOverseas #RelocationGuide #InternationalLiving #MovingTips #GlobalRelocation

Navigating Thai 🇹🇭 immigration as an international student? We've got you covered! 📘   ⌚ Be aware of office hours & public holidays to avoid surprises. 👗 Dress respectfully by covering shoulders & knees when visiting government places. 😊 Maintain a polite & patient demeanor throughout for a smooth experience.   Follow these tips for a hassle-free process! Share with your fellow students to help them out too. 👭👬   #ThailandTips #ImmigrationGuide #InternationalStudents #StudyAbroad #RespectfulTravel