Topic: International Moves

History of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week National Truck Driver Appreciation Week was founded in 1988 by the American Trucking Associations, to honor the 3.5 million truck drivers in the US for their exceptional work on the roads and in our lives. What Truck Drivers Do for Us While truck drivers often go unnoticed and…

The notion of moving overseas can be daunting, that’s not even taking into account the vocabulary that comes with it. Basically, for the uninformed, it’s an entirely different language. However, Wheaton has you covered. Below is a glossary of terms common to international moving and a simple explanation of those terms. Actual Cash Value –…

Moving with a pet can be a surprisingly complex procedure. In addition to everything else you have to prepare for during your move, you also need to make sure your pet is safe, comfortable and cared for. Moving a pet internationally is a whole additional dimension of consideration and work on top of that. Unfortunately,…

Moving overseas is a big deal. It involves more than just the logistical aspects of scheduling, planning, packing and transport. It’s about completely abandoning the people, places and culture you’re used to and adopting surroundings that are brand new. This can be challenging for adults, so it’s no surprise that it’s usually even more challenging…

Moving overseas is a common daydream. You imagine taking in the new sights and experiences, adopting a new culture, learning the language and customs. Making new friends! Learning! Growing! Expanding your horizons! Really living! All the daydream facts about moving overseas are true, too–it really can be an incredibly rewarding experience. That said, it’s not…

Moving is a big undertaking. There are calls to make, plans to come up with, lists to double-check and… about a thousand other things to juggle. Compound all this stress and work with the fact that you’re moving to a whole new country, and it starts to feel insurmountable! Just moving down the block can…

When you envision yourself earning your undergraduate or graduate degree, you don’t see yourself doing it in the United States. You want to experience new cultures. You also want access to different programs and specialties than you’d find in the States. So you’ve decided to study abroad. However, as exciting as the prospect seems, you…

You’ve likely heard mention of how electrical power differs from country to country. Why do such differences exist in the first place, and how can you adjust when you have to use them? This post focuses on preparing yourself and your appliances for international moves and for differences in the voltage and outlet shapes in…

Imagine if you lived in the same house, the same neighborhood, and the same city for your entire life. How much culture would you have exposure to? Sure, you might learn new things about people all over the world thanks to your television set, but you’ll never get to taste those foods, walk up those…

Moving internationally with children seems terrifying. Especially because your toddler bursts into blood-curdling shrieks with a simple drive to the grocery store. You imagine that sitting on a plane for 10+ hours with your child will be impossible, painful, and noisy. How can you entertain your children when you fly? What toys or other items…