One of the largest cities in Europe and the world, Istanbul has a population close to 19 million, whilst geographically it spreads over the Bosphorus River, spanning parts of both Asia and Europe, with a very diverse and exotic culture taking great influence for the Eastern and Western worlds. Such is the size and presence of this city, many still mistakenly refer to it as the capital of (more…)
One of the most fascinating cities in the East, Shanghais the showcase town of 21st century China. And it would appear that mixed in with its insatiable desire for all things modern, the city is desperately trying to attract good quality English teachers. The demand for learning English is now at an all time high, and Shanghai is definitely the place to go for high paying teaching work, and the opportunity (more…)
Osaka has rarely been mentioned as a TEFL teacher’s destination, but Japan’s third largest city has a lot to offer the intrepid traveller. The town is the commercial centre of the Kansai region and has gained a reputation for having fun loving, down-to-earth citizens who take pride in their hospitable nature. It has several historical and cultural attractions and can match any (more…)
Its 7am, Saturday morning, the sun is just breaking through my curtains and my air cons on full power so I can stay tucked up in my duvet. I went to bed on Friday thinking I had my trip planned, Pattaya and Koh Larn, however (more…)
