The Autobahn. It’s the first thing most people think of when Germany and roads are brought into the same sentence. These highways with no speed limits, or rather, no speed regulations in certain zones. For people who are into fast driving, this is a dream come true. For others who like to know exactly how fast to go, and ensure
Going furniture shopping in Geneva While furniture shopping is never easy, due to all of the choices that most of the furniture stores have to offer to their customers, many expats encounter yet another problem when they go hunting for great furniture in Geneva. Located in the French part of Switzerland, Geneva is a city with rich history and great
So you are moving to the land of Swiss banking and you want to make sure you have your budgets worked out and your finances in order. The best way to ensure you stay on track is to know the cost of living in Switzerland. If you are sending your money to Switzerland from your home country, make sure you
Hamburg, Germany, has been regarded by many expats who have been lucky enough to live there as one of the best expat destinations in the world. Hamburg’s expatriate population is approximately 0,000, consisting of many expats from the U.S. and Great Britain. Home to some of the most hospitable folks Germany has to offer, you and your family will ease right into the environment, culture, and
American expats relocating to Germany to work for an American based company are not required to obtain Visas. However, once you have entered Germany, you will have 3 months to obtain both residence and work permits in order to remain in the country for longer. The permit process can take quite a bit of time, but temporary permits are generally issued
Frankfurt is an exciting city with a vibrant culture and a lifestyle that just about anyone can slip into and get used to. However, the beginning parts of moving are difficult. Regardless of where you’re moving, cross state, cross country or to some place tucked away in the corner of the world, there are some challenging aspects of it all.
When you first move to Germany, you will probably want to rent an apartment or house while you establish yourself in your new job, get used to living in a new country, and settle in to your new life. After a while, though, you may fall in love with Germany and decide that you want to stay on permanently. If
Let’s start by getting into what exactly a ‘Verbindliche Mietabsichtserklaerung’. A Verbindliche Mietabsichtserklaerung is a legally binding commitment that states that upon signing, you accept the obligation to rent the premises that the agreement refers to, provided you have been selected by the contract issuer. Some people see this agreement as a trap; a trap that many non German natives as
Ikea who? That’s probably what you’ll say when you realize just how many furniture stores there are in Osnabrück. There really isn’t a need to worry about finding a store that will be affordable while offer high quality. And even better, you aren’t limited to just Ikea, Osnabrück is home to many wonderful furniture stores where quality and affordability walk
Many expats who move to Bern for the first time are not aware how many options there are when it comes to furniture shopping. Trying to get the house furnished, many resort to the first one in sight and end up getting furniture that they may not even fully like. As you should be able to feel comfortable in your
If you are looking for some of the tastiest international cuisine in Europe, then Austria has a lot on offer. You can find almost any type of dish you desire here and there are a few that stand out in each major city. Here are some of the most recommended eateries to try out. Vienna Hill Restaurant – International Grill This lovely
If you love to drive, then the experience of driving in Germany is one you won’t want to miss while you are there. The German autobahn is famous for sections where no speed limits exist, although this is not true for the entire length. The beautiful scenery in Germany is best enjoyed on long drives on the well-maintained roads.> Americans
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