Europe Brits are boorish, the French flatter, Scandinavians play it cool, and Italians get intimate. Everyone flirts, but how to flirt depends largely on our culture...
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International airports in Switzerland
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Bern, Switzerland Switzerland is conveniently located in the center of Europe, making the country’s airports popular launching points for travel within the continent as well a...
Pretoria, South Africa Not every commute is easy to make by public transportation in South Africa, but it’s certainly possible in many urban areas. Whether you’re taking the train ...
Culture and social etiquette in Luxembourg
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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Luxembourg may be one of the smallest countries in Europe, but what it lacks in size, it certainly makes up for in cultural diversity. Indeed, the country has...
Global, Global Much research on couples and migration focuses on marriage migration and tends to examine how the migrant partner integrates (or doesn’t) into the native...
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Luxembourg might set a romantic scene with its charming old towns and candlelit bistros, but when it comes to love, expectations often soar as high as the tu...
London, United Kingdom To get a divorce in the UK, file an application with the court (£593 in England/Wales, £261+ in N. Ireland, £134+ in Scotland). The process takes 26+ weeks minimum.
How to reduce plastic waste in everyday life
Expat Life Global, Global Yes, you can reduce plastic waste through seven simple changes: reusable bottles, coffee thermoses, refusing straws, shopping bags, zero-waste stores, avoiding microbeads, and shampoo bars.
Brussels, Belgium Over the last decade, Belgium has had many challenges forming a government after elections because of its complex federal structure. The linguistic differences...
Vienna, Austria Whether you’re settling down in Salzburg or starting a new chapter in Vienna, everyday life in a brand-new country can be challenging. However, if you’re an...
Berlin, Germany Marriage is currently the only form of legal union in Germany and this is protected under the Constitution. Since the introduction of same-sex marriage in...
Homesick: the best cure is extra attention
Expat Life Global, Global You’re having endless sleepless nights, you’re suffering from an upset stomach, your head feels like it’s about to explode and you cry over the slightest...
The top must-have apps in Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal It doesn’t matter whether you’ve just moved to Madeira or you’re setting up a home in Setúbal, getting your head around everyday life can be an enjoyable...
Bern, Switzerland Yes, nearly half of Swiss households have pets, but strict laws apply. Dogs must be microchipped (only European country requiring this), and social animals like guinea pigs cannot be kept alone.
Bangkok, Thailand For engaged expats, it doesn’t get much more romantic than a wedding (งานแต่งงาน: meaning decoration work party) in Thailand. With its diverse landscapes and...
