The capital of the Baden-Württemberg state is Stuttgart, and it is located in southern Germany. Stuttgart is ranked sixth as size in Germany and the Stuttgart Metropolitan Region is ranked fourth as size after the Rhine-Ruhr area, Berlin/Brandenburg and Frankfurt/Rhine-Main regions.
The city is at the centre of a highly dense populated area and it is encircled by smaller towns. The area is called Stuttgart Region and it reaches to a population of 2.7 million inhabitants. The urban area of Stuttgart can reach a 1.8 million of inhabitants there classifying as the seventh largest in Germany.
It is unusual for a German city to be like Stuttgart, which is spread across several hills, vineyard, parks and valleys. This always surprises visitors as Stuttgart is known as the “cradle of automobile” and its industrial reputation. Stuttgart is also a centre of authority in regards with the state legislature, the local council and the regional parliament. Stuttgart is also the home of the Protestant State Church in Württemberg and in addition it is one of the two co-seats of the bishop of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Rottenburg – Stuttgart.
The city has ranked thirtieth in 2010 in liveability rankings in the world and seventh in Germany. Stuttgart is well known for its economic and social innovations and was ranked 11th globally because of that and second in Germany, after Hamburg. In Europe the ranked is at seven in 2009 from a number of 256 cities in total.
Stuttgart is a highly sought after tourist attraction and its slogan is “Stuttgart offers more”. In 2008 Stuttgart revealed a new slogan based on the plan to improve transport links to the international infrastructure where it describes itself as the new heart of Europe. Regarding business ventures, Stuttgart best description offered was “Where business meets the future” and it is now targeted at foreign investors as “The creative power of Germany”.
By being nicknamed the Schwabenmetropole, Stuttgart makes a reference to the Swabian dialect spoken by native dwellers in the centre of Swabia where the city is now located. Because of heavy emigration due to economic reasons, a lot of newly born residents are of immigrant background.
When in Stuttgart, beside the economic and industrial facade it exposes, there is also the cultural side of the city.
The crossover point between the Shopping area of the city, Stuttgart two central castles, the Schlossgarten Park and residential areas and major museums in the south-west is the largest square in Stuttgart named Schlossplatz. The shopping street named Königstraße is considered to be the longest pedestrianized street in Germany.
After the World War II, the damage that occurred on Stuttgart has been repaired and many historic buildings were reconstructed. Stuttgart has some amazing pieces of modern post-war architecture such as the Collegiate Church named Stiftskirche which has a Late Gothic Style on the exterior mixed with a bit of Romanesque style and on the interior it has a combination of various styles including the Romanesque, Gothic and Modern styles. After the war it was reconstructed with a simplified interior.
There is also the Old Castle named Altes Schloss with parts that date back to 1320 and which adopts a Renaissance style; and the New Castle named Neues Schloss which was a mixture of Baroque/Classicism style and that was later reconstructed with modern interior.
In Stuttgart’s suburbs and beyond there are various castles that have significant importance, which are reminders of the city’s loyal past. Some of these are the Ludwigsburg Palace, the Castle Solitude, Castle Rosenstein and the Castle Hohenheim. If you have time on your hands it well worth in visiting these since they embrace different styles such as mixtures of Baroque with Rococo (Ludwigsburg Palace) or simply just Classical or Baroque Styles.
Other important building or institution you may find there are the Württemberg Mausoleum which shelters the remains of King William I of Württemberg and Catherine Pavlovna of Russia. Also pass by the Wilhelma zoo and Botanical Gardens. The International style displayed by the Weissenhof Estate is worthy of a drive till there as it provides a sight to remember.
Stuttgart is also quite renowned for its vast cultural heritage such as its State Gallery and State Theatre and the city is even home to one of Germany’s most famous symphony orchestras named Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra mainly performs in the Liederhalle concert hall and has developed a distinctive sound known as the Stuttgart Sound.
The city also has not one, but two musical theatres in broadway-style, namely the Palladium and Apollo Theatre.
Stuttgart has a sport arena as well named Schleyerhalle which is regularly used to stage music concerts with major international stars.
There are several regular events that take place in Stuttgart and one of the most well-known one is the annual Volkfest and the Spring Festival. There is also the Spring Festival, The Lantern Festival and the Wine Village. These are just a few of the regular festivities held in Stuttgart.
Whether you want to admire the wonderful architecture, the green scenery everyday, play and have fun during festivals or you’re one of the hundreds of business associates that want to start a new life in Stuttgart, moving to Stuttgart is the best you can do for yourself and your family.
Europe Remove is specialised in Removals to Germany with door to door deliveries. We offer Storage and Removal Services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
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Moving to Geneva
The most populous city in Romandy is Geneva. Romandy is actually the French-speaking area of Switzerland and it is located where the river Rhone joins Lake Geneva. It is also the capital of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. The city Geneva is considered the second most populous city after Zurich located in Switzerland.
The Canton of Geneva has approximately 474,000 inhabitants while the Geneva has around 194,000 residents. Back in 2011 Great Geneva has a total of 915,000 residents in France and Switzerland, forming the franco-valdo-genevoise agglomeration. The commuter are that is located in the Swiss territory has a population number that reaches 1.25 millions of inhabitants in what is called the “Métropole lémanique. This special area is mainly spread wide in the eastern direction from Geneva to the area that encompasses the Vevey and Montreus, namely the Riviera area. It also spread in the north-eastern direction towards the municipality called Yverdon-les-Bains that is located in the canton of Vaud, which is at a distance of 60 minutes more or less.
The municipality of Geneva is considered a financial centre and a global city. It ranks amongst the top cities for diplomacy in the world, making it a worldwide diplomacy centre. This is mainly because of the high number of United Nations agencies which can be found in Geneva and the Red Cross agencies. The city is also well-known worldwide for hosting the largest number of international organisations. Everyone knows of the place where the Geneva Conventions had been signed in 1949. The signing of the treaties has been an important step in the war efforts at that time and their contents were mainly aimed at the treatment of the war prisoners and also the non-combatants in wartime.
Geneva strength lies in both its history but also its present, being one of the most important financial centres for competitiveness, being ranked 9th by the Global Financial Centres Index. The financial power the city holds has ranked it third in Europe, right after London and Zurich. By a study effectuated back in 2009, Geneva was placed as 3rd highest quality of life worldwide. Zurich managed to outrank it just slightly. Due to its history and the power it has, Geneva is considered the most compact metropolis in the world and it is also referred to as the Peace Capital. The city occupies many important top positions in various ranking and as a result of its great influence that attracts people to it; it is also ranked within the first 5th cities for how expensive it is.
Although the city might make you feel overcome by the high-praise it receives, it is clearly a place for people to succeed in. So don’t worry about any other details, moving to Geneva will be the best thing you did. Don’t bother about all those small inconveniences such as preparing for the move, we are here to help you. European Removal Experts is specialized in removals to Holland with door to door deliveries. We offer storage and removal services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation. We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly qualified professionals. You can even leave the packing to us. We will make sure everything will be packed securely with only the best packing supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our free quote service. You can contact us for any questions you might have.
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Make Your Move to Germany as Painless as Possible
Moving to Germany from the UK can be extremely nerve wracking, but it’s also hugely exciting. If you’ve decided to make the move, then you’ll have a lot of planning to do. Spending time preparing yourself before you make your move will help everything run as smoothly as possible.
• Let as many people as possible know that you are relocating to Germany. Friends and family will be happy to do anything they can to help you with your move, and one of them may even know someone in the area you’re moving too who can help you settle in.
• Arrange your removals to Germany as soon as you possibly can. This will help you to plan how much you can take and what you may not be able to. By planning in advance, you will have the time to cope with any problems that may arise.
• Do as much research as you can about your new home. Aim to find out what you will need to do before you move to Germany, and what will need to be done after you arrive.
• Learn as much German as you can before you move. Even if you’re unable to learn much, try to memorise some key words and phrases that will aid you in your move.
• Keep a permanent address and bank account in the UK. This will make things much easier for you when you come for visits, or if you decide to move back.
On the Move
Over the last twenty years and the increase in travel technology the world has become an increasingly smaller place. This has particularly affected us in the UK where we used to revel in our isolation as an Island. This had served us well in the past protecting us from events in Europe. But with the opening of the Channel Tunnel in 1994 things have changed significantly.
With France now only 30 minutes away there has come a renewed appetite for travel and new opportunities for people who consider moving to France. This can be seen in the fact that when the tunnel was opened there were claims that it would be the end of the Channel ferries, but in fact they seem as popular as ever and there have only been some marginal realignment in services.
With the increase in travel for holidays there has also been an increase in people moving to France. This is perhaps inevitable as people travel and experience a different way and pace of life and they consider the possibility that they could have a better standard of living in France.
The fact that there has also been a rapid increase in property prices in the UK over the same period has meant that for perhaps the first time, people could consider selling up and moving to France with the possibility of buying a property and having some money to spare. Also with the ever closer ties with Europe there are more people moving from the UK to work abroad or even at extremes, commuting from France to the UK. The opening of the Channel Tunnel has certainly opened many opportunities.
Whatever your reason for considering moving to France, whether it is to enjoy retirement, to work or even to commute, we at European Removal Experts can help with those initial headaches of moving home especially to another country.
Moving to Guadeloupe
Located in the Leeward Islands is the Caribbean island called Guadeloupe. The island stands in the Lesser Antilles and has a area of about 1,628 km2 with a number around 400,000 of inhabitants. The island is considered as an oversea region of France and it is an essential part of France. Guadeloupe encompasses other smaller sized islands such as Marie-Gallante, the Iles des Saintes and La Desirade.
The island known under the name of Guadeloupe is part of the Eurozone and the European Union as well. As a result the currency used currently on the island is the euro. Although the island is an oversea department of France, it is not yet included in the Schengen Area. The prefecture of the region is Basse-Terre and the official language spoken there is French. Nevertheless many of the people living there are able to speak Antillean Creole.
When talking about the Guadeloupe Island, many will fondly remember the literary achievements that island inhabitants portrayed over a long period of time. One of the most well-known such achievement is the poetry that Saint-John Perse wrote during his lifetime. Saint-John Perse was a pseudonym that Alexis Leger used for his creations. The biggest achievement of this great man was considered to be when he won the Nobel Prize in Literature back in 1960 for “the soaring flight and the evocative images of his poetry, which, in a visionary fashion, reflects the conditions of our time.”
The great minds that were found on such a secluded area has amazed many people but it’s literary output is even today recognised and continued by many journalist, essayists, poets and even novelists. Such names as Simone Schawartz-Bart, Mayse Conde and M. Ernest Pepin are only a few of the great talents that have risen from the shores of Guadeloupe.
Along with the various literary talents, the people of Guadeloupe are also well known for their dances and music. The combination of French, Indian and African styles have created some unique forms that are specific to the Guadeloupe region, such as the dance styles named zouk-love, zouk and kompa but also hip-hop and other modern dances.
If you think you could enjoy such a variety of cultures and that you will fit in, don’t hesitate to move to Guadeloupe. A new adventure filled with different sounds, smells and moves waits for you! Leave the worrying for us and don’t concern yourself with small details.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers.
You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
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Moving to Stuttgart
The capital of the Baden-Württemberg state is Stuttgart, and it is located in southern Germany. Stuttgart is ranked sixth as size in Germany and the Stuttgart Metropolitan Region is ranked fourth as size after the Rhine-Ruhr area, Berlin/Brandenburg and Frankfurt/Rhine-Main regions.
The city is at the centre of a highly dense populated area and it is encircled by smaller towns. The area is called Stuttgart Region and it reaches to a population of 2.7 million inhabitants. The urban area of Stuttgart can reach a 1.8 million of inhabitants there classifying as the seventh largest in Germany.
It is unusual for a German city to be like Stuttgart, which is spread across several hills, vineyard, parks and valleys. This always surprises visitors as Stuttgart is known as the “cradle of automobile” and its industrial reputation. Stuttgart is also a centre of authority in regards with the state legislature, the local council and the regional parliament. Stuttgart is also the home of the Protestant State Church in Württemberg and in addition it is one of the two co-seats of the bishop of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Rottenburg – Stuttgart.
The city has ranked thirtieth in 2010 in liveability rankings in the world and seventh in Germany. Stuttgart is well known for its economic and social innovations and was ranked 11th globally because of that and second in Germany, after Hamburg. In Europe the ranked is at seven in 2009 from a number of 256 cities in total.
Stuttgart is a highly sought after tourist attraction and its slogan is “Stuttgart offers more”. In 2008 Stuttgart revealed a new slogan based on the plan to improve transport links to the international infrastructure where it describes itself as the new heart of Europe. Regarding business ventures, Stuttgart best description offered was “Where business meets the future” and it is now targeted at foreign investors as “The creative power of Germany”.
By being nicknamed the Schwabenmetropole, Stuttgart makes a reference to the Swabian dialect spoken by native dwellers in the centre of Swabia where the city is now located. Because of heavy emigration due to economic reasons, a lot of newly born residents are of immigrant background.
When in Stuttgart, beside the economic and industrial facade it exposes, there is also the cultural side of the city.
The crossover point between the Shopping area of the city, Stuttgart two central castles, the Schlossgarten Park and residential areas and major museums in the south-west is the largest square in Stuttgart named Schlossplatz. The shopping street named Königstraße is considered to be the longest pedestrianized street in Germany.
After the World War II, the damage that occurred on Stuttgart has been repaired and many historic buildings were reconstructed. Stuttgart has some amazing pieces of modern post-war architecture such as the Collegiate Church named Stiftskirche which has a Late Gothic Style on the exterior mixed with a bit of Romanesque style and on the interior it has a combination of various styles including the Romanesque, Gothic and Modern styles. After the war it was reconstructed with a simplified interior.
There is also the Old Castle named Altes Schloss with parts that date back to 1320 and which adopts a Renaissance style; and the New Castle named Neues Schloss which was a mixture of Baroque/Classicism style and that was later reconstructed with modern interior.
In Stuttgart’s suburbs and beyond there are various castles that have significant importance, which are reminders of the city’s loyal past. Some of these are the Ludwigsburg Palace, the Castle Solitude, Castle Rosenstein and the Castle Hohenheim. If you have time on your hands it well worth in visiting these since they embrace different styles such as mixtures of Baroque with Rococo (Ludwigsburg Palace) or simply just Classical or Baroque Styles.
Other important building or institution you may find there are the Württemberg Mausoleum which shelters the remains of King William I of Württemberg and Catherine Pavlovna of Russia. Also pass by the Wilhelma zoo and Botanical Gardens. The International style displayed by the Weissenhof Estate is worthy of a drive till there as it provides a sight to remember.
Stuttgart is also quite renowned for its vast cultural heritage such as its State Gallery and State Theatre and the city is even home to one of Germany’s most famous symphony orchestras named Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra mainly performs in the Liederhalle concert hall and has developed a distinctive sound known as the Stuttgart Sound.
The city also has not one, but two musical theatres in broadway-style, namely the Palladium and Apollo Theatre.
Stuttgart has a sport arena as well named Schleyerhalle which is regularly used to stage music concerts with major international stars.
There are several regular events that take place in Stuttgart and one of the most well-known one is the annual Volkfest and the Spring Festival. There is also the Spring Festival, The Lantern Festival and the Wine Village. These are just a few of the regular festivities held in Stuttgart.
Whether you want to admire the wonderful architecture, the green scenery everyday, play and have fun during festivals or you’re one of the hundreds of business associates that want to start a new life in Stuttgart, moving to Stuttgart is the best you can do for yourself and your family.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
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European Removal Experts Offer Discounted Removals From South Of France And Spain
European Removal Experts, a London-based removals company serving clients moving to France, Spain and across the EU for domestic, business and educational purposes, are now offering great discounts on trips coming to the UK from the South of France and Spain.
In conjunction with undertaking removals projects for clients moving to France or Spain, European Removal Experts also specialise in transferring clients’ goods from these destinations and back to the UK. A service such as this is designed with corporations in mind, as it is these kinds of projects which often require regular transportation not only to France or Spain, but the UK from these countries.
It is for this purpose that European Removal Experts are offering considerable discounts on such trips. Trips from France to the UK are heavily discounted at up to 50% off the original price, and include van removal sizes of up to 16 cubic metres. Along with European Removal Experts’s guarantee of keeping to any pre-agreed time-frame requirements, clients using their service can be assured of receiving efficient door-to-door deliveries for exceptional value for money.
“At European Removal Experts, we keep updated on the latest needs of clients using our services – whether it’s for a family moving to Spain, or a business requiring removals from France to the UK,” comments Christian Popovici of European Removal Experts. “The Discounted Trips section of our website is regularly updated with the details of trips going in and out of the UK, and reflect what we identify as certain trips that our clients are using most often. This is simply so that clients can benefit from their dedicated use of our company and receive the discounts that we feel they deserve.”
Moving to Alsace
If you are thinking of moving to Alsace you have to know that it is the seventh most populated region in France. The city is situated at the eastern border of France adjacent to Switzerland and Germany. It is on the west bank of the upper Rhine River
Alsace is being administered independently within the Republic of France as a result of the influence wars, historical decisions and strategic politics have had on the city. The largest city of Alsace is named Strasbourg and it is a cultural and economic capital. Alsace is one of the two important regions in the European Union politically because it is the home of multiple international bodies and organisations.
The name has its roots in Old-High Germany and its meaning is foreign domain. The region was part of the Holy Roman Empire and it slowly got annexed to France in the 18th century. Later on it was formalised as one of the provinces of France.
The republic of Mulhouse had become part of Alsace after its citizens voted on it in 1798. The city was often mentioned as part of Lorraine. Lorraine had parts of which had changed control from Germany to France four times already.
In the past, the official language of Alsace was Alsatian but in this day and age most of the inhabitants speak France.
When moving to Alsace you will realise that the city has numerous picturesque villages along with castles and churches, giving the town a characteristic charm and a pleasant atmosphere. Although the city sustained major damage during the wars between France and Germany it still retains the beauty of its three main towns and its architectural structures.
Some other things that Alsace is well-known for are its vineyards and the green and dense forest along with beautiful lakes.
Alsace has several smaller villages and cities which you can move to, such as Berheim, Ferrete, Rosheim and other which together with the gardens of the blue house in Uttenhoffen display a wonderful example of picturesque beauty.
There are also several significant locations that you must not miss if you’re there, for example the churches Marmoutier and Thannn, along with some of the grand castles Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg, Ramstein and Wasenbourg.
Other famous points of interest are the Open air museum in Ungersheim and the historical museum in Haguenau. The city is also home to one of the oldest public libraries in the word called Bibliothèque humaniste situated in Selestat and there are Christmas markets in Kaysersberg Mulhouse, Colmar and Strasbourg.
When in the mood for some nature bonding you can visit the Alsace Wine Route and the national park named Parc naturel des Vosges du Nord along with the Parc natures regional des Ballons des Vosges which is a regional park situated just south of Vosges.
The town has a lot to offer for whoever has time to properly explore and enjoy it and moving to Alsace is only natural for lovers of the picturesque. Do don’t hesitate and fulfil your dream of moving to Alsace. We can help. European Removal Experts is specialized in removals to France with door to door deliveries. We offer storage and removal services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation. We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly qualified professionals. You can even leave the packing to us. We will make sure everything will be packed securely with only the best packing supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our free quote service. You can contact us for any questions you might have.
European Removal Experts is specialised in Removals to France with door to door deliveries. We offer Storage and Removal Services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers.
You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Insurance And Delicate Removals
One of the most important aspects of our service is the assurance that we can give to you over your personal belongings. At European Removal Experts we recognise that we are dealing with people’s lives, transporting effectively years of their existence, their heritage, family and meaning. Homes mean so much more than just the monetary value that can be assigned to particular objects. Sentimental value really can’t be replaced by any amount of money because once something is gone it is unlikely to return in the same meaningful form. This is why we always take as much care as possible to ensure that our quality of service is the best in the industry.
This is why we are European Experts in transport because it ensures that we always follow the best practices which can offer the greatest levels of protection for your furniture. Removals to Germany, for instance, can be very long haul, but with the Continual Quality Monitoring Procedures that the We will always be looking out for your possessions as they are in transit. It doesn’t matter how big or how small your furniture load is or trip is, you will always get the same attention to detail that has made our business a success and has left many happy customers.
One of the most important aspects of our service is when dealing with very delicate and expensive items. Piano removal, for instance, can be a very time consuming procedure that needs everything to be worked out properly. From driving with absolute care to ensuring that the piano is as well packed as possible. We understand that pianos can be worth tens of thousands of pounds, so we’ll do everything we can to ensure its absolute safety. In the event that something is damaged, our Insurance and Care policies will take care of you. All moves are covered by good in transit insurance of up to £50,000 per vehicle or customer and is included in the overall price. As a company we also have public liability insurance as well. The insurance company we use is called Basil Fry & Company who specialise in the storage and removals industry so they are already well equipped to deal with any issues should they arise. The contracts that we used have been approved by the British Association of Removers and the Office of Fair Trading to ensure complete transparency for all of our customers.
Your precious furniture can also be expertly packed by us. We know exactly what sort of forces our load will be subjected to throughout the trip, so we can pack with this in mind. This includes being able to pack excessively fragile elements like the fine china and crockery. For very long trips like those removals to the South of France, we can also offer to dismantle and reassemble some of the furniture for you. This can both ensure its safety and enable you to make maximum use of the space inside one of our haulage vehicles.
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European Attractions
Moving to a new place is daunting etc, but really the best option is to pull your finger out, remind your fretful emotions just how many people would kill to be in your foreign shoes, and go exploring!
Germany
Relocating to Germany is going to give you wonderful access to, amongst other things, some of the best castles in the world. “Neuschwanstein” is arguably the most famous. King Ludwig II designed this flamboyant castle in 1869. In a lovely little fit of eccentricity he employed a theatre set designer instead of an architect. Upon moving to Germany, could you do the same?
France
The French Riviera (Cannes, Nice etc.) is astoundingly beautiful and relaxing. A trip over to the island of Corsica is primarily a popular French jaunt, reminiscent of the way we view somewhere like Cornwall – relaxing, inviting and stunning.
Holland
Moving to Holland is perhaps one of the lowest culture shock risks within Europe. Amongst the history of clogs, windmills and tulip fields, new Dutch culture is blossoming marvellously. Art and music festivals like “Festival aan de Werf” in Utrecht are amongst the most contemporary and unique in the world. The Dutch love festivals – flowers, marches, music, films, clothes, windmills, arts, bicycles – everything has its own celebratory event. Maybe your move to Holland will inspire them to throw a festival in your honour!
Belgium
Cities like Brussels and Antwerp are as chic as they come. The architecture, culture and people are classic and inimitable thanks to the influences of Belgium’s neighbouring countries.