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Buying Furniture in Germany – Top 5 Reasons Why You Will Hate It

Part of being an expat is of course buying furniture in Germany, and this is the source of woe and nightmare for many. Here, we have compiled a list of the top 5 Reasons Why You Will Hate Buying Furniture in Germany. Read an on enjoy this insider’s knowledge: . Delivery is from 2-6 months when buying furniture in Germany. If you are someone

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Shop Till you drop in Geneva

If you make Geneva your next shopping spree destination, then be sure you are ready for an elegant experience where you will indulge in the finer things in life.  Known for its exorbitant prices and centuries old watch making industry, Geneva is often compared to Paris and London for it’s shopping.   There are more than just watches to find in

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Buying furniture in Bremen

One of the most frustrating things when buying furniture in Bremen, is the waiting times that you’ll have to endure. It can be quite a downer, going into a store and being ready to purchase on the spot, only to hear that you’ll indeed have to wait 2 weeks to have your items delivered. 2 weeks! Yes, it startles many.

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Find Furnished Housing in Germany – Top 6 Tips to Get an Apartment

Why is it such a nightmare to find furnished housing in Germany? This is a question that a lot of those who have come to live in Germany unprepared asks themselves. Truth be told, hunting for an apartment, more so those that fall into the category of furnished housing in Germany is a nightmarish affair which can usually only be

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Visas and Required Documents for Austrian Expats

It is always important to review the visa requirements and documents you will need for your new country of residence. The first step in this journey is to ensure that you have an up to date passport and you know what visa you will apply for. European citizens do not require a visa to enter, live or work in Austria. Austrian

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Buying furniture in Lugano

Living and shopping in Lugano Expats from all over the world find an interest in the beautiful little city of Lugano in the Italian speaking part of Switzerland near the Italian border. With its beautiful historic architecture and idyllic little cafes and restaurants, there will always be something to do for those who enjoy beauty. In order to be able

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Phone, Internet, and Cellular Service in Germany

After you move to Germany, one of the first things you are going to want to do is get your phone and internet set up. Telephone and internet service should not be too difficult to set up. Phone There are many phone plans and options available to you in Germany; however most of those plans will not have information or customer service available

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Getting married in Germany

Getting married in Germany is not as simple as signing a pieces of paper and riding off on a white horse. There’s nothing like the skipping of town to tie the knot in a cozy little chapel with someone who makes you squint twice to figure out if Elvis really is alive or not. There are lots and lots of paperwork to

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Buying furniture in Klagenfurt

Finding dream furniture in Klagenfurt While most expats expect that everything is just a little bit closer in Austria then it is in their home country, this isn’t always true for furniture stores. Oftentimes they are located on the outskirts of the cities or in the industrial areas. This usually means that there is quite a bit of driving to

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They can be taught – A guide to Austria’s Education System

 After completing my education in South Africa and starting my journey into the world of job seeking in London, I remember constantly hearing the phrase “I am sorry but you do not have enough experience in this job field”. I would turn away wondering how on earth I am supposed to get any experience if no one will hire someone

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High Times in Lower Bavaria

Lower Bavaria has three main cities which each has a character of its own. The areas include Passau, which is located in the southeastern part of Lower Bavaria, in the southwestern region there is Landshut, and last but by no means least Straubing, located in the north central area. What to look out for in these cities: Passau‘s brilliance starts with the

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Health Insurance in Germany

Because it is mandatory to have medical insurance in Germany, this is one of the first things to put on your to do list when you arrive. There are 3 basic options for health insurance. For expats, generally the employer will offer coverage just like in the US. In all cases in Germany you, as the employee must pay 5.5%

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