BRICS is an acronym for the combined emerging economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. BRICS is an independent international organization. Cooperative relations among BRICS nations are rooted in non-interference, equality, and mutual benefit of the combined economies. In 2001, Goldman Sachs predicted these economies to be wealthier […]
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If you regularly use Google (and who doesn’t?), you’re going to have a tough time on the Internet in China. Google and its related sites are just one batch of blocked websites in China, and there are plenty of others. The blocked websites in China can be detrimental for work
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Italy is the dream destination for a wide variety of travelers. Travel to Italy is a long flight from anywhere in the United States, but it’s well worth the effort. Whether you’re a lover of art, food, architecture, beaches, mountains, history, or people watching, you can find something to love
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Whether you’re planning to see the sights, do business or dabble in a little bit of both, your travel to India can be a breeze with these 10 tips.  1. Get your visa before your flight. While standard practice to most countries is to book your flight and hotel
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There’s something magical about France. For many people, it’s the dream vacation spot of a lifetime. But France often gets boiled down in our minds to simply Paris. Paris has a number of amazing sights to see, but there is far more to this beautiful country than the Louvre and
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Planning next year’s vacation can start with the process of elimination, namely eliminating the most dangerous cities to travel to off your list. We here at Swift compared notes from Culture Cheat Sheet with Travel Warnings issued by the US Department of State to compile a list of the top five cities
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Many people who are not actually visiting China but are traveling through it are confused about what their China visa requirements are, or if they are required to get a visa at all. There’s a nasty rumor going around that if you have a layover in China of more than 24
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Information valid as of 9/3/2015 Heading on a cruise typically requires a bathing suit, sunglasses and flip flops – but it doesn’t always require a passport. While new regulations came down the pike in 2009 that heightened travel security across the board, needing a passport for a cruise is not one
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Since implementing new travel regulations for visitors to the country, tourist travel to South Africa has dropped significantly. According to data collected by the Tourism Business Council of South Africa, the country’s tourism business index is at its lowest point since 2011. Officials believe that the decline is largely due
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If you’re looking for a wonderful island paradise for your next vacation, why not go to Paradise Island itself? The Bahamas are filled with endless opportunities to indulge your senses and relax your mind, body, and spirit. It’s the ultimate escape for beach lovers, but it’s a lot more than
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