The largest Arab state in Western Asia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a frequented destination for international assignees, with many relocating to Riyadh and Jeddah. Rich in historical and cultural heritage, the country is a fascinating destination but does pose challenges for relocating families,…

China celebrates two major holidays – National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival – on 1 October and also marks the beginning of the week-long holiday known as Golden Week a.k.a. 黄金周 (huang jin zhou). Golden Week lasts eight days in mainland China, from 1-8 October, while the holiday is two days in Macau…

The global pandemic raised a lot of challenges and hurdles in the world of relocation, including temporary accommodation services and the associated cancellation fees. As a Supply Chain Manager at Cartus, my team and I have been working hard with our temporary living network to reduce the financial…

Repatriation can often be an area in which organizations do not have formal relocation policies. Yet with potentially high attrition rates amongst repatriated employees, a comprehensive repatriation policy is key to retaining the very best talent. And this is never more important than when…