Amsterdam, Netherlands Why the Netherlands for Retirement?The Netherlands isn't the obvious choice for retirement – Spain, Portugal, and France attract more retirees. But that 'obviou...
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The climate and seasons in Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal If you’re relocating to Europe’s oldest nation-state, you might be pleasantly surprised to know Portugal is home to some pretty varied weather. Indeed, while ma...
Where to live in Qatar: Best Neighborhoods for Expats
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Doha, Qatar Qatar’s booming economy attracts many expats who mostly choose to live in the capital, Doha. As such, this guide will largely focus on areas and neighborhoods i...
International schools in Switzerland
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Bern, Switzerland If you are moving to Switzerland with children, you’ll have your pick of quality public, private, and international schools. Some international schools are bili...
Amsterdam, Netherlands Living on Less: The Dutch Cost of Living RealityLet's be honest – living costs in the Netherlands have been rising significantly.
Amsterdam, Netherlands Best Dutch business banks: Wise Business (0.47% international fees, 40+ currencies), Finom (EUR 0-249/mo, 24hr setup), ING (free 6mo, in-branch support). Fintechs save 1-2% vs traditional banks. 700K+ businesses use Wise globally.
Guide to a finding job in Austria in 2026
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Vienna, Austria For expats, working in Austria means access to a stable and prosperous job market with opportunities across a range of industries. Known for its strong economy ...
Estate and inheritance tax in Luxembourg
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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Inheritance tax in Luxembourg is chiefly based on two things: the size of the estate and your relationship to the deceased. Inheriting assets across borders can...
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The healthcare system in Spain
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Madrid, Spain The Spanish healthcare system is ranked among the best in the world. It offers (almost) universal healthcare throughout Spain and is mostly paid for by taxpa...
The climate and seasons in Spain
Tips & Guides Madrid, Spain If you’re moving to Spain, you might underestimate just how much the country’s climate can vary. Some parts have cloudy, wet summer days, while the opposite ...
Views on breastfeeding around the world
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Global, Global Breastfeeding attitudes vary globally: 89.3% believe it beats formula, ideal duration ranges 3-24 months by country, and public nursing comfort varies from 7% (Hungary) to 47% (China).
Real estate guide: buying a house in Singapore
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Singapore, Singapore Expats can buy private condos, executive condos over 10 years old, and Sentosa Cove landed property in Singapore. Permanent residents can purchase HDB flats after 3 years.
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Children’s healthcare in Japan
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Tokyo, Japan When it comes to children’s healthcare, there’s a lot to think about. Checkups, vaccinations, and dentistry all play their role in every childhood. It’s also es...
Amsterdam, Netherlands Why Intensive Dutch Learning Makes SenseLet us be honest: casual language classes meeting once weekly will not get you conversing with Dutch colleagues within m...
10 famous expats who found success abroad
Tips & Guides Global, Global Expats move abroad for all kinds of reasons - study, dream jobs, or travel. Discover famous expatriates who achieved success by following their dreams abroad.
