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Global luxury house prices rise – Knight Frank's Wealth Report 2026

Knight Frank, the leading independent global property consultancy has launched its landmark 20th edition of The Wealth Report revealing the findings of Knight Frank’s Prime International Residential Index (PIRI 100) which covers price performance across 100 global luxury housing markets. It reports a 3.2% average rise in prime prices in 2025, outperforming mainstream housing markets for the second consecutive year.

BETT 2026: Learning without limits

World's Happiest Workplaces Announced

A Growing Passport Divide Reshapes Global Mobility in 2026

US Passport Power Falls to Historic Low

The Best & Worst Countries for Living Abroad

The Expat Insider 2025 survey by InterNations reveals the best and worst destinations for living and working abroad.

Hiring over 17,000 people in 150 cities: how do you hire at scale across borders?

Expanding internationally is exciting, but it comes with significant complexities. For HR leaders and global mobility professionals, scaling across borders goes beyond filling roles. Annette Ord, Commercial Director of Mauve Group, reflects on Emirates Airline's recent announcement to recruit 17,000 people across 150 global cities and the implications for employers operating globally.

InterNation's top five best expat cities all Spanish-speaking locations

There is a sad irony in the timing of the publication of a global survey that names Valencia - which, at the end of October, was devastated by the deadliest floods in modern Spanish history - as the world's best city for expats to live in.

Britain’s Autumn Budget Exodus: Data Reveals That It’s Not Just Millionaires Leaving The UK

New research from Cornerstone Tax finds one in five Brits considering moving abroad if Labour government raise taxes

New report shows global skill-shortage hotspots

The UK ranks among the world's top five nations facing a skills deficit in five key areas of professional expertise, according to a global survey of 2024 job listings.

Millionaires on the move: migrating the world’s top 1%

Covid undoubtedly disrupted the relocation plans of the internationally mobile for a couple of years. But, with fears over the pandemic now fading, 2024 is projected to set new records globally for the migration of high-net-worth (HNW) individuals. David Sapsted reports.

Spanish cities rated expats' favourites

The Andalusian city of Malaga has long been known for its beaches, cathedral and as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. Now it is also becoming known as expats' favourite city on the globe.

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New Schools Index ranks 125 best schools in the world

Carfax Education has published its latest annual Schools Index, ranking international private schools on academic results, ethos and reputation.

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Total rewards: innovations in global talent management

Cryptocurrency as compensation, linking total rewards to talent management with intentionality, and innovative approaches to global pay and benefits are just some of the key themes in KPMG’s latest insights series.

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Migration sees record Canadian population growth

Canada's population grew by a record 1.05 million last year, almost all of it as a result of immigration, according to official figures published on Wednesday.

Expats enthuse about settling in Gulf states

Gulf states occupy five of the top ten places in the world where expatriates find it easiest to settle, according to a new index from InterNations.

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London leading the world in fintech firms

A global survey of the top ten fintech cities has revealed that London now hosts the world's largest number of fintech companies. Overall, the city comes third in the rankings behind first-placed San Francisco and New York.

Spanish city rated best for expats

Valencia has been adjudged the best city in the world to live in for expatriate workers after almost 12,000 expats around the globe expressed their opinions in the latest InterNations survey.

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CIPD ACE 2022: A bolder future for the people profession

CIPD CEO Peter Cheese underlined the importance of collaboration and the continued investment in HR and people practices at the opening of this year’s annual CIPD conference and exhibition.

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International universities make the grade

International university league tables are still dominated by the UK and the US, but tertiary institutions from Asia to Australia are increasingly offering a quality alternative.

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Truss urged to press ahead with trade deals

The UK's leading trade body for exporters has stressed the importance of “harnessing the opportunities provided through international trade” to new Prime Minister, Liz Truss.

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Commonwealth Advantage helps nations build back better after Birmingham 2022

The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games was the biggest investment that the UK has made in a sporting event since London 2012, and it certainly went big on its promises.

Next government must focus on FTAs, says CBI

Global supply chains to British industry could be put at risk unless the UK succeeds in reaching more post-Brexit trade deals, the head of the nation's largest business organisation has warned.

New release International Education & Schools' Fair webinars

Catch up on all of the videos from latest International Schools' Fair.

Now UK pursues trade deal with gulf states

The UK has opened negotiations in Riyadh aimed at reaching a free trade deal with the six states that comprise the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

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Remote and hybrid teams investing in workplace culture see increases in productivity and profitability

A recent report reveals almost half (42%) of leaders of remote and hybrid teams are investing more in workplace culture due to the pandemic.

UK eyes pacific trade deal this year

International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan believes the UK's application to join the 11-nation CPTPP trade bloc (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) could be approved before the end of this year.

Navigating pay-equity: Do you have the data to manage risk and compliance concerns of a global workforce?

Eloise Knapton, Madalina Racovitan & Minaho Shiraishi of KPMG discuss navigating pay-equity through a global workforce.

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue – Out Now!

Think Global People presents a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. In this issue, as employees return to the workplace, we share a wealth of knowledge addressing the new world of work.

Trade groups applaud UK-Canada FTA talks

Business groups on both sides of the Atlantic have welcomed the launch of negotiations aimed at achieving a comprehensive free trade agreement between the UK and Canada.

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School insights for parents around the world

Parents need as much information as possible to make decisions about the future and their children’s education during the admissions cycle. We have produced a series of high impact webinars which answer questions on curriculum, admissions, early learning, learning differences, virtual schools and transition care, explains Fiona Murchie.

Canada sets record immigration targets

Canada has set new, record-breaking targets in a bid to attract more than a million immigrants between now and the end of 2024.

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Welcome to the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

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Country Guide to Schools in Canada

Building students for an AI-driven workforce

Etqan Global Academy, a leading bilingual school in Qatar, joins Nord Anglia Education

New Schools Index ranks 125 best schools in the world

Expats enthuse about settling in Gulf states

Gulf states occupy five of the top ten places in the world where expatriates find it easiest to settle, according to a new index from InterNations.

Spanish city rated best for expats

Valencia has been adjudged the best city in the world to live in for expatriate workers after almost 12,000 expats around the globe expressed their opinions in the latest InterNations survey.

International universities make the grade

International university league tables are still dominated by the UK and the US, but tertiary institutions from Asia to Australia are increasingly offering a quality alternative.

New release International Education & Schools' Fair webinars

Catch up on all of the videos from latest International Schools' Fair.

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue – Out Now!

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School insights for parents around the world

Canada sets record immigration targets

Canada has set new, record-breaking targets in a bid to attract more than a million immigrants between now and the end of 2024.

Introduction to the International Education & Schools’ Fair

Welcome to the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.

Think Global People Winter 2021-2022 issue – out now!

Our Winter issue is packed with insights as employers around the world support their people to move forward with focus into 2022. Read the articles below, or access the digital issue.

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Introducing global citizenship in early-years with a really good read

International transitions impact every family member, including the very youngest. Fiona Murchie talks to author and early-years expert Carmen Powell to find out how reading can help.

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Pandemic not dimmed the appeal of overseas higher education

International education programmes and qualifications body, Cambridge International, has just released findings from its latest annual Destinations Survey.

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Admissions mean business

As the admissions cycle for 2022/23 begins, we show why, taking a look at outstanding approaches to admissions and advancement from entries shortlisted in the Relocate Awards.

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out now!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

Think Global People Summer 2021 issue – out now!

Welcome to the latest issue of Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse to help make sure you are ahead of the game.

The 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards Supplement - Out Now

Behind the scenes and winners revealed. Plus, shaping the future and how you can get involved.

Watch the playback video of the 2021 Relocate Awards

Relocate Awards 2021 - watch the playback video!

Virtual Awards Ceremony a Triumph – once again the Relocate Awards push the boundary for global mobility.

The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.

Find the perfect school from the comfort of your home or office

Which country makes it easiest to learn a new language?

During Relocate Global’s Great International Education and Schools’ Fair and ECIS' Multilingual Week, new research from Preply shows which countries offer the best environment for language learning.

Canada, UK rated top by international students

Canada and the UK have overtaken the US as preferred destinations for study among international students, according to a new report.

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Welcome to the playback of the Introductory Session for the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

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Why the time is right to consider a truly bilingual education

With the school break here, now is the time to plan for the future to ensure children and families thrive. Relocate Global’s upcoming webinar live with Françoise Zurbach of EIFA international school, Johanna Mitchell, of Lumos Education and Brenda Levis of NYC Navigator offers a wealth of practical insights.

A Canadian education

In international comparison tests, Canada’s school students rank among the best in the world. Given that this is a bilingual country with no integrated national education system and no federal department of education, however, relocating parents will need to navigate different systems across the 13 jurisdictions. We take a look at considerations for families looking for a school.

How to make the most of an international school Open Day

Everything prospective parents, employers and relocation professionals need to know when researching and looking around global schools.

The rise of global student mobility

In recent years, the number of students enrolled in universities and higher-education institutions outside their countries of citizenship has risen dramatically. Gaining international experience has become a top priority for school-leavers. We explore this growing global trend, and look at the ramifications of Brexit.

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Relocate magazine autumn 2018: Out Now!

The autumn conference issue of Relocate Magazine is now available with a focus on the evolving role of global mobility. In addition we take a look at post-Brexit trade partners, gender in AI and put President Trumps “America First” agenda in the spotlight.

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The Guide to International Education & Schools 2018/19 – Out Now!

The third edition of our highly popular Guide to International Education & Schools is available now in both print and digital format – get your copy today!

Education in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

With a report by technology company, Dell estimating that 85 per cent of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t yet been invented, today’s school leavers are facing a future in an uncertain job market. Find out how schools are helping students to develop skills that will make them work-ready.

Immigration

The Best & Worst Countries for Living Abroad

The Expat Insider 2025 survey by InterNations reveals the best and worst destinations for living and working abroad.

InterNation's top five best expat cities all Spanish-speaking locations

Britain’s Autumn Budget Exodus: Data Reveals That It’s Not Just Millionaires Leaving The UK

Millionaires on the move: migrating the world’s top 1%

Expats enthuse about settling in Gulf states

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue – Out Now!

Canada sets record immigration targets

Canada has set new, record-breaking targets in a bid to attract more than a million immigrants between now and the end of 2024.

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Expanding to Canada Through Business Visits Under CETA

The Canada-European Union (EU) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) promotes the economic growth of Canada and the EU through the removal of tariffs and the encouragement of international labour mobility. Westbury Law outlines the situation.

Creating Happy Endings – Building on your Foreign Work Experiences

Working abroad can have disastrous consequences. Yet, international work should benefit both individuals and organisations after repatriation. How can you ensure a happy ending for yourself?

Despite Covid, global mobility gets easier

International travel restrictions resulting from the pandemic are no longer hampering the opportunities for global talent mobility to most of the nations popular with expats, a new study has found.

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Working from anywhere – the hidden implications of cross-border and remote working

A recent webinar hosted by Santa Fe Relocation set out the advantages and potential disadvantages of employees working in destinations other than their contractual employment location. Dr Sue Shortland reports.

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Think Global People Winter 2021-2022 issue – out now!

Our Winter issue is packed with insights as employers around the world support their people to move forward with focus into 2022. Read the articles below, or access the digital issue.

Remote working: Are the positives of global mobility unravelling?

A series of reports from companies such as KPMG, Mercer, and HSBC present varying approaches to the increase of home working as a result of the pandemic. David Sapsted explores the global mobility dimension.

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out now!

'New work' becomes the norm for expats

An insight into the way the Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the working lives of expatriates across the world has been revealed in a global survey published on Tuesday.

German dilemma highlights Europe skills gap

Germany needs to attract at least 400,000 skilled immigrants annually if it is to retain its position as Europe's largest economy, according to the head of the nation's Federal Labour Agency.

Pandemic Continues to Erode Strength of Premium Passports

As the world scrambles to recover from the effects of the global health emergency, urgent questions around international travel remain: Is a return to pre-pandemic levels possible? How will it be achieved? And who will be left behind?

Think Global People Summer 2021 issue – out now!

The 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards Supplement - Out Now

Behind the scenes and winners revealed. Plus, shaping the future and how you can get involved.

Mixed reaction in wake of G7 summit

The conclusion of the G7 summit on Cornwall has left business leaders and campaigners in the UK agreeing with many of the leaders' sentiments but questioning if sufficient practical steps had been agreed.

Relocate Awards 2021 - watch the playback video!

Virtual Awards Ceremony a Triumph – once again the Relocate Awards push the boundary for global mobility.

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa and Immigration collected the award on his behalf and spoke to Fiona Murchie about the survey and its implications from an immigration perspective.

Expat Insider 2021 Survey Results: Canada

How does Canada fare in the 2021 Expat Insider survey?

Canada-UK TCA: Immigration and International Trade Agreements Post-Brexit Westbury Law reports

The Canada-UK Continuity Agreement (Canada-UK TCA) came in force on April 1, 2021 and preserves many of the preferential market access provisions that were offered under CETA. Update from Rachel Bunbury, Principal, Barrister & Solicitor Westbury Law.

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Entrepreneurs Opt for Domicile Diversification

Henley & Partners reports on a new form of global mobility in the Covid-19 era.

The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.

Canada, UK rated top by international students

Canada and the UK have overtaken the US as preferred destinations for study among international students, according to a new report.

Recent updates to Government of Canada’s COVID-19 response

In response to the evolving COVID-19 situation, the Government of Canada continues to update its policies and regulations relating to travel and immigration to Canada.

Singapore still top for expat "liveability"

While Singapore has topped the rankings for the 15th year in a row, which other global cities rank highly for quality of life for expats?

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Jobseekers look abroad following election results

There was a sudden surge in UK-based workers seeking jobs abroad as the results of last week's general election began to emerge, according to research by Indeed, the world's largest job site.

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French Nationality Remains Best in the World, while Brexit Britain Risks a Dramatic Decline

Why has France held onto the top spot for eight years? Who else is on the list? What factors does the Kaelin and Kochenov’s Quality of Nationality Index take into account?

Immigration update: Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

Australia, Canada, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand and Singapore entered into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Vietnam is expected to follow. The agreement includes provision for immigration regulations that may result in new programs or changes for business visitors, investors and skilled workers from CPTPP member countries.

Relocate magazine autumn 2018: Out Now!

Responding to disruptive times: the view from Canada

Ahead of the Canadian Employee Relocation Council (CERC) annual conference, Relocate Global caught up with CERC president, Stephen Cryne, to get his take on today’s disruption and what it means for global mobility.

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Spanish city rated best for expats

Valencia has been adjudged the best city in the world to live in for expatriate workers after almost 12,000 expats around the globe expressed their opinions in the latest InterNations survey.