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blog / Jan 21, 2025

lunar new year 2025: the year of the snake

Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, will fall on January 29 this year. Chinese New Year, in its similar nature, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated holidays in China and among Chinese communities worldwide. The festivities, which last for 15 days, include family reunions, traditional rituals, and a time for new beginnings. This year, we welcome the arrival of the Snake—a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation in Chinese culture. The spring festival is also the start of the Golden Week (January 28-February 4) during which businesses and shops close for a week (or longer). This may pose unique challenges and opportunities for those considering relocation during this period.

blog / Mar 28, 2024

seeking the blessings hidden within: cultural best practices for relocation during ramadan

Ramadan is a month that holds much significance for millions of people worldwide. In this blog, we explore the cultural nuances of this holy month and how relo managers can utilize cultural awareness to create a positive relocation experience during Ramadan.

blog / Feb 27, 2024

holi 2024: the festival of colors and joy

Holi is one of the most vibrant and joyful festivals in India, celebrated by people of all ages, religions, and backgrounds. This year, it will be celebrated on March 25th, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. The festival is characterized by the throwing and smearing of brightly colored powders and water, creating a kaleidoscope of colors that cover streets and people alike.

blog / Nov 7, 2023

cartus singapore celebrates diwali 2023 with AWWA

Deepavali, or Diwali, falls on the 12th of November this year. It is a vibrant and joyous festival; the local Indian community in Singapore and millions of Hindus worldwide celebrate it. Deepavali is also called the festival of lights, as it symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It is a time of togetherness, feasting, and the illumination of homes and public spaces. Today, we will explore how Singapore celebrates Deepavali.

blog / Oct 12, 2023

Caruts|PodcastBlog|mobility-matters-S2-EP6-dei-in-the-asian-context

In this episode of “Mobility Matters” hosted by Racheal Foo, Manager, Branding and Communications, Cartus, we discuss some of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) challenges for the Asian region.

blog / Jul 18, 2023

make your organization more inclusive with global mobility & DEI

Imagine that your organization could invest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by sending significant numbers of employees each year on immersive cultural experiences, living and working in other countries.

blog / Oct 20, 2022

Diwali: Celebrate the Festival of Lights

On November 4th, Indian communities all over the world will celebrate Diwali or Deepavali, the most important of all Hindu Festivals.

blog / Sep 23, 2022

Language Means Opportunity: The Benefits of Bilingualism

This week we celebrate the European Day of Languages. Taking place on 26 September, it is a Council of Europe initiative that has been celebrated every year since 2001 and a day that promotes cultural diversity, awareness of the importance of language learning and protecting linguistic heritage

blog / May 10, 2022

how an intercultural coach helps navigate work culture

blog / Sep 30, 2021

China Celebrates National Day Post Pandemic

China celebrates National Day on October 1 to commemorate the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. National Day also marks the beginning of the week-long holiday known as Golden Week (黄金周, huang jin zhou) from October 1 to October 7.

blog / Sep 16, 2021

Cartus Celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival

On the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, Chinese people all over the world celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, the second most important festival after the Chinese New Year. This year, the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 21.

blog / May 5, 2021

Ramadan 2021: Cultural Best Practices and the Impact on Relocation

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