Wills and estate planning in Belgium
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Brussels, Belgium This guide to wills and estates in Belgium includes advice on: Wills and estates in Belgium Inheritance law in BelgiumApplicable foreign inheritance laws in ...
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Global, GLOBAL Financial literacy helps expats handle foreign taxes, currency exchange, international banking, retirement planning. Common challenges: double taxation, currency risk, credit access. Use both home and local advisors.
Where to get the news in South Africa
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Pretoria, South Africa Main English news in South Africa: Daily Maverick, Mail & Guardian, eNCA, News24. Access international via DStv (BBC, CNN), streaming, VPNs. Expat platforms: SAPeople, expat groups.
6 best expat destinations in Southeast Asia
Tips & Guides Global, Global Ancient temples tamed by unruly jungles. Pristine ribbons of white sand lapped by turquoise seas. Glistening metropolises that pulse with life around the clo...
Paris, France From the soaring mountains of the Alps and Pyrenees to the chic streets of Paris and everything in-between, France truly does have something for everyone. An...
Vision care and finding an eye doctor in Spain
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Madrid, Spain Find eye doctors in Spain through public healthcare (GP referral), private clinics, optical chains like Alain Afflelou. Public covers surgery, not glasses. Eye exams cost €20-120, glasses €80-300.
Vienna, Austria When moving to a new country, it’s always a good idea to make a solid plan of what you will need to accomplish within your first week in Austria. That way, y...
Moving to Singapore: the ultimate checklist
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Singapore, Singapore Moving to Singapore is a popular choice for expats, thanks to its superb standard of living and great job opportunities. As well as being one of Asia’s bigge...
Bern, Switzerland Popular Swiss festivals: Fasnacht Basel (Feb/Mar), Montreux Jazz (Jul), Zurich Street Parade (Aug), film festivals. Summer has most events. Major festivals need advance tickets, book hotels early.
The climate and seasons in Qatar
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Doha, Qatar Qatar has hot desert climate. Summer (May-Sep) reaches 40-50°C with humidity. Winter (Nov-Mar) is mild 20-30°C - best time to visit. Minimal rainfall. Occasional sandstorms in spring/summer.
Amsterdam, Netherlands Send money to Netherlands via bank wire (€15-40 fees), Wise/Remitly (0.5-2% fees), or SEPA (free/€1 for euros within EU). Transfers take 1-3 days. Personal fees not tax-deductible.
Global, Global Expats stay fit through local gyms (€20-150/month), outdoor activities, expat sports leagues, fitness apps, running clubs. Find communities via Facebook, Meetup, parkrun, CrossFit, Hash House Harriers.
The best arrondissements to live in Paris
Tips & Guides Paris, France Best Paris arrondissements: 5th/6th for charm, 7th for elegance, 11th/18th for affordability, 16th for families. Rent ranges €20-45+ per sqm monthly. Most areas safe for expats.
School holidays in the UK in 2025–2026
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London, United Kingdom UK school holidays 2025-2026 vary by region and school. England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland have different dates. Half-terms in Oct, Feb, May plus Christmas, Easter, summer breaks. Check your local school.
Primary schools in Austria: Guide for Expat Parents
Tips & Guides Vienna, Austria Austrian primary school starts at age 6 for 4 years. Public schools are free and teach in German. International schools offer English instruction. School day runs 8 AM to 12-1 PM.
