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31/10/2009 Fabled Timbuktu bent on wooing tourists, despite terror scare

After recent violence in the region, tourism officials insist Timbuktu remains safe and are working hard to spread the message, notably with...

24/10/2009 Thirsty Cyprus looks to golf to rescue tourism

The small island wants to invest in golf courses for a better future – but in a country that hardly has enough water for its own citizens, is...

05/10/2009 Spain's converted castles see brisk business despite downturn

With the rise of cheaper beach destinations, Spain is seeking to highlight its historic past in a distinct shift of its tourism strategy.

30/09/2009 Greenland's dreams of independence: Reality or illusion?

Many in the Danish territory want Greenland to achieve full independence but is the Arctic island really big enough to be entirely self-sustaining?

30/09/2009 Defunct Soviet missile base offers a glimpse of Cold War

The underground base, lying deep in a Lithuanian forest, was home to four ballistic missiles, each of which were dozens of times more powerful than...

28/09/2009 Spain moves upmarket to attract more tourists

Spain moves away from ‘sun, sea and sangria’ holiday packages to splendid vineyards, unique museums and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

27/09/2009 Ireland toasts 250 years of Uncle Arthur's brew

Ireland’s iconic beer Guinness celebrates its birthday this week, 250 years after Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease on an old Dublin...

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The ABCs of the German school system

The ABCs of the German school system

Trying to size up the education system is one of the hardest things facing those embarking on a foreign posting. We set out what you should know about German schools and daycare.

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

Want to move to Germany but haven’t figured out the details? Check out Expatica’s overview of the German visa and citizenship system.

Taking your pet on assignment

Taking your pet on assignment

When moving abroad, the owner must make an informed decision as to whether their pet is up to the trip. Here’s an overview of the factors involved.

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Moving to Germany but still searching for a job? Check out Expatica’s comprehensive overview of the ins and outs of employment in Germany, including information on how to find work, recruitment agencies, employment contracts and labour law.