Shannon Aitken has all the insight on what it's like to live in Beijing--she's made the move there herself. In Moon Living Abroad in Beijing, she offers firsthand advice on navigating the language & culture of this exciting metropolis & outlines all the information needed to settle down abroad in an organized & straightforward manner. Moon Living Abroad in Beijing is packed with essential information & must-have details on setting up daily life, including obtaining visas, arranging finances, gaining employment, choosing schools, & finding health care--plus practical suggestions for how to rent or buy a home for a variety of needs & budgets, whether it's a small apartment downtown or a sprawling villa in suburban Shunyi. With extensive color & black & white photos, illustrations, & maps to help you find your way, Moon Living Abroad in Beijing makes it easy for anyone to transition to a life abroad. ...

Erin Van Rheenen has made the move to Costa Rica herself, & in Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica, she uses her know-how to provide insight & firsthand advice on navigating the language & culture of this beautiful country. Erin outlines all the information you need--including how to obtain visas, arrange finances, set up your daily life, gain employment, & choose schools--in a smart, organized, & straightforward manner, making planning the move abroad manageable. Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica also

Includes:: practical advice for a variety of needs & budgets on how to rent or buy a home, whether it's a condo in the San Jose suburb of Escazu, a wooden house in coastal Tortuguero, or a mountain retreat with a view of Arenal Volcano. With color & black & white photos, illustrations, & maps to help you find your bearings, Moon Living Abroad Costa Rica makes the transition process easy for tourists, business people, adventurers, students, teachers, professionals, families, couples, & retirees looking to relocate.

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Jonathan Hopfner has made the move to South Korea--twice. His experience as a journalist, investor, & homeowner has taught Jonathan the ins & outs of living in South Korea--from the banking & business realities, to the immigration & business procedures. It is this firsthand experience & advice that Jonathan brings to Moon Living Abroad in South Korea. Moon Living Abroad in South Korea is packed with essential information & must-have details on setting up daily life, including obtaining visas, arranging finances, & gaining employment. You'll get practical advice on education, health care, & how to rent or buy a home that fits your needs. The book also

Includes:: color & black & white photos, illustrations, & maps--making the moving & transition process easy for businesspeople, students, teachers, retirees, & professionals.

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Make Your Move! If you`ve imagined yourself creating a new life abroad, but don`t know where to start, Moon Living Abroad in Italy has the honest & practical answers you need to make it happen. Making a life-changing move has never been easier. Moon Living Abroad in Italy provides:* Practical information on setting up the essentials, including visas, finances, employment, education, & healthcare* Strategic advice on planning a fact-finding trip before making the move* Essential tips on how to find a place to live that fits your needs, whether you`re a renter or a buyer* A thorough survey of the best cities & regions to live & why* A deep exploration of the many regions, provinces, & individual cultures that Italy encompasses, enabling you to discover the best new home for you* Interviews with other expats who share their personal experiences building successful lives abroad* Special tips for those with children or pets* Firsthand insight from someone who`s done it all In Moon Living Abroad in Italy, experienced expat, Milan local, & Italy expert John Moretti provides honest advice & essential tools for anyone looking to make a new home abroad. ...

Make Your Move! If you`ve imagined yourself creating a new life abroad, but don`t know where to start, Moon Living Abroad in Japan has the honest & practical answers you need to make it happen. Making a life-changing move has never been easier. Moon Living Abroad in Japan provides:* Practical information on setting up the essentials, including visas, finances, employment, education, & healthcare* What you need to know about Japan`s culture & language before making your move* Essential tips on how to find a place to live that fits your needs, whether you`re a renter or a buyer* A deep exploration of the many regions, provinces, & individual cultures that Japan encompasses, enabling you to discover the best new home for you* Interviews with other expats who share their personal experiences building successful lives abroad* Special tips for those with children or pets* Firsthand insight from someone who`s done it all In Moon Living Abroad in Japan, Japan expert Ruthy Kanagy provides readers with essential tools & honest advice for creating a new life abroad in her beloved home country. ...

Travel writer & local guide Jennifer Kramer shares her expert perspective on Los Cabos, guiding you on a memorable & unique experience. Whether you`re hiking in the Sierra de la Laguna or visiting the amazing Pulmo Reef, the only coral reef system in the Sea of Cortez, Moon Los Cabos has activities for every traveler. With itineraries like ” Surf & Dive Spots” & ” Cabo Nightlife, ” expertly crafted maps, gorgeous photos, & Jennifer`s trustworthy advice, Moon Los Cabos provides the tools for planning your perfect trip! Moon Los Cabos covers can`t-miss sights & the best destinations including: San Jose del Cabo, The Corridor, Cabo San Lucas, Todos Santos & the West Cape. ...

This full-color guide to Machu Picchu

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Discover Maine in a New Way. Travel writer & local Hilary Nangle shares her expert perspective on the Pine Tree State, guiding you on a memorable & unique experience. Whether youa`re hoping to sample the restaurants & grills of Portland or explore the historic towns & villages of the Acadia Region, Moon Maine has activities for every traveler. With itineraries like ” Lighthouses, Lobster, & L.L. Bean” & ” Fall Foliage, ” expertly crafted maps, gorgeous photos, & Hilarya`s trustworthy advice, Moon Maine provides the tools for planning your perfect trip! Moon Maine covers cana`t-miss sights & the best destinations including: Southern Coast Greater Portland Mid-Coast Region Penobscot Bay Blue Hill Peninsula Acadia Region The Down East Coast Aroostook County The Highlands Kennebec & Moose River Region Western Lakes & Mountains ...

Winter skiing, spring wildflowers, summertime beaches, or autumnal foliage: no matter the season, discover the best of these New England gems with Moon Maine, New Hampshire & Vermont. Inside you`ll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries that can be adapted for your schedule, including: ” Fall Foliage, ” ” Acadia National Park, ” ” Revolutionary Roads, ” ” Seafood Shacks, ” & ” Beach Time”* Full-color, vibrant photos & detailed maps throughout* Focused coverage of the best destinations in each state, including Portsmouth, Lake Winnipesaukee, Burlington, Stowe, Portl&, Manchester, & Brattleboro* Curated advice for history buffs, foodies, culture mavens, outdoor adventurers, beach lovers, road trippers, & more* The top sights & unique activities: Take a delicious tour of the Ben & Jerry`s factory, or enjoy the local flavor at the Brattleboro farmers market. Witness the fall foliage as it paints the landscape red & gold & wander through a small-town harvest festival. Relax on miles of sandy coastline, & find the best seafood shack for lobster rolls, fresh-shucked oysters, & piles of fried clams. Discover your favorite New England craft brewery, hike through lush mountain forests, & find the best spots for experiencing the local nightlife* Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, & how to get around* Expert insight from Vermont local Jen Rose Smith* Thorough background on the wildlife, landscape, climate, & local culture* Recommendations for families, international visitors, travelers with disabilities, traveling with pets, & more With Moon Maine, New Hampshire & Vermont`s expert advice, myriad activities, & local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Want to see more? Pick up Moon New Engl&. Hitting the road? Try Moon New England Road Trip. ...

Moon Map Guide Paris puts the best the City of Light has to offer at your fingertips. This compact guide puts the essentials of Paris`s must-see neighborhoods on discreet fold-out maps, helping you navigate the city without looking like a typical tourist. Colored tabs make it easy to quickly flip to the location & activity you want. Find exactly what you`re looking for--whether that`s people watching in the Jardin des Tuileries, grabbing a bite to eat on the sun-drenched terrace of Cafe de Flore, experiencing Parisian Style at its finest at Colette, or meeting the green fairy at Vert d` Absinthe--without wading through what you don`t need. Moon Map Guide Paris covers the following neighborhoods: Quartier Latin/ Les Iles St-Germain-des-Pres Invalides Tour Eiffel/ Arc de Triomphe/ Trocadero Grands Boulevards Louvre/ Les Halles Marais Bastille Montmartre Canal St-Martin Using Moon Map Guide Paris: Two Ways to Navigate: Scan the map to find locations in your area to visit or explore, or browse listings to find a specific place you want to visit. Orientation Essentials: Landmarks, shopping districts, & Metro stops are always prominent on the map, so it`s easy to get your bearings. Color-Coded: Color grid coordinates pinpoint locations on each map, eliminating time-consuming searches. ...