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Things to know when you move to Milan
France

The Ultimate Guide to Relocating to Milan in 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Relocating to Milan Coming up: visa options, lakes and canals, a massive cathedral, steamy piles of tasty risotto, and Homelike’s top tips on living in Milan. So, you’re thinking about moving to Milan. The culture capital of one of the world’s most cultured nations, it’s (understandably)

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Moving to Lisbon, Portugal
France

The Ultimate Guide to Relocating to Lisbon in 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Relocating to Lisbon Coming up: accommodation options, cost-of-living statistics, traditional Fado, smiling locals, and endless reasons to relocate to Lisbon. So, you’re thinking about moving to Lisbon. Nice choice! Give yourself a pat on the back from us. But you probably have some unanswered questions: How

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Culture Shocks for Expats in Spain
Culture

Culture Shocks for Expats in Spain

Culture Shocks for New Expats in Spain Coming up in this guide: speaking loudly, kissing people on the cheek, and big ol’ pools of olive oil. You’re moving to Spain. And no matter where you’re from, things are going to be a bit different than they were back home. Food

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Expat Life

Building Home Abroad: A Family’s Expat Journey

Embark on a captivating expat journey as Stefano, Chie, and their child share their remarkable story of moving from Italy, Japan, and New York to the heart of Cologne, Germany. Join us as they navigate the challenges of finding a new home, adapting to diverse cultures, and building a life abroad.

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Culture Shocks Faced by New Expats in Germany
Culture

Culture Shocks for Expats in Germany

Culture Shocks for New Expats in Germany Coming up in this guide: turning up on time, homes with no kitchens, and endless packs of bicycles. When you move anywhere, you need to adjust. And so when you move to Germany (which, since you’re reading this, we can only assume you

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Expat life in France
France

Expats in France: Things to Know

Joining the Expats in France: Alps, Apps, Apartments, and Everything You Need to Know Coming up in this guide: avoiding subpar apartments, how not to upset people, French tips and tricks, a load of flaky croissants, and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about joining the expats in France. Because

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Expat Life in Germany: Essential Information for Expats moving to Germany
Germany

Expats in Germany: Things to Know

Joining the Expats in Germany: Perks, Places, and Everything You Need to Know Coming up in this guide: useful apps, Facebook groups, boring bureaucratic stuff, German lifehacks, references to cartoon owls, and everything you need to know about joining the expats in Germany. Maybe you’re planning to move to Germany

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Expat Life in Spain: Essential Information to Know
Expats in Spain

Expats in Spain: Things to Know

Joining the Expats in Spain: Paella, Places, Perks, and Everything You Need to Know Coming up in this guide: insider tips, potential new homes, help on finding friends, a wide range of visas, and everything you need to know about joining the expats in Spain. Β  Presumably (since you’re reading

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Finding a moving comoany for your international move
Moving

How to Compare International Moving Companies

How to Compare Moving Companies When moving abroad, one of the biggest challenges remains the choice of the international company you will be hiring. How can you choose between so many different companies? And more importantly, how can you make sure to choose a reputable one? Discover 7 essential things

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Neighborhoods in Nuremberg
Nuremberg

8 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Nuremberg

The 9 Best Neighborhoods in Nuremberg: A Comprehensive Guide Coming up in this guide: lakeside stretches, party districts, family-friendly fun, the best neighborhoods in Nuremberg, and everything you want to know about living in the city. Β  The most impressive Christmas markets on the planet. Never-ending nightlife. Both ancient and

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Neighborhoods in Dresden
Dresden

8 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Dresden

Dresden’s best areas: Find Your Next Home Coming up: world-class Christmases, one of the most concentrated nightlife areas you’ve ever seen, an ancient funicular, and all the best neighborhoods in Dresden. Dresden: one of Germany’s most up-and-coming relocation hubs, one of the nation’s prettiest cities, and one of its most

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Best neighborhoods and areas in Heidelberg
Heidelberg

8 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Heidelberg

The 8 Best Neighborhoods in Heidelberg: A Comprehensive Guide Famous for hikes, its orange-roofed Old Town, and a massive hilltop castle, Heidelberg is a pretty popular choice for a forest-filled German relocationβ€”more than 20% of the city’s residents are non-native Germans, and it’s home to people from around the planet.Β 

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Best neighborhoods and areas in Hanover
Hanover

7 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Hanover

Hanover’s best areas: Find Your Next Home Laid-back and laconic, loveable little Hanover (or β€œHannover,” if you’re German) is the 13th-biggest city in the nation. It’s a relatively less-popular option for a German relocation… but the place serves up plenty of appealing perks. You can expect low-cost living, a load

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Oxford neighborhoods
Oxford

Best Neighborhoods to Live in Oxford

Oxford’s best areas: Find Your Next Home You probably already know a few things about Oxford. Its historic university. Its hodge-podge collection of often-medieval architecture. Kooky confines of old-school pubs. Historic museums. Harry Potter filming sites. Close associations with Cambridge. A lofty reputation founded on charm. Yeah, yeah, yeahβ€”you already

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