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Reality Bites

New country – new tasty explorations! The palette is a fickle thing, but few daily thrills compare to good food. Wherever you’re off to is bound to have a unique menu of oddities for your delicious judgement (except the USA, where everything is just… bigger!), and that are likely to be served in some eccentric restaurants!

Relocating to France
Snails! Ew! Has there ever been a different exclamation from a British person? Helix snails are perhaps the preferred snail in most French cuisine. The best snails are between three and four years old. In answer to any issues with their… digestive parts, the snails are strictly fasted for about two weeks before becoming your dinner to ensure all their tubes are clear of… you know!

Relocating to Belgium
You know about the fabulous chocolate of course. But Belgian restaurant concepts are fantastic and include “Dinner in the Sky” (eat whilst suspended with your table in the air!), a number of converted old planes, and the eccentric “’t Velootje” bar (the seats are all bicycles!)

Relocating to Switzerland
Swiss cuisine is influenced by its neighbours; it presents an eclectic old mix. As for restaurants, “Blinde Kuh” is basically Blind Man’s Bluff… but when eating. Dine in pitch darkness, in the care of experienced (usually blind) staff.

Relocating to Germany
Well they certainly love their themed restaurants in Germany! “Bollesje” (prisons theme), “Knoblauchrestaurant” (everything is made with garlic!), and I’m sure you can guess what the decoration theme is at “Klo” when that name is translated into English… “Loo”

France – Something For Everyone

If you have looked into relocating to Europe there is a good chance that you will have looked into all options from moving to Germany right through to Spain. However, whilst moving to Germany or Spain might offer you vastly different experiences, one country that can bridge the cultural divide and offer something for almost everyone is France.

Moving to France offers you the chance to settle in one of the most interesting countries in the world, one which has a charm very much all of its own. However, one of the great things about moving to France is the great range of experiences you can have all in one country.

Whilst the conditions needed for surfing and skiing are vastly different, just a few hours apart you can go from the wonderful ski resorts of the Alps to the fantastic sun and waves of places such as Biarritz and Hossegor.

So whether you love the sun or the snow, you can experience both without too much time in between. You can also experience a wide range of cultures as France has one of the most diverse societies in the world. There is also a wide range of more specialised interests too, offering the highest quality of everything from art and architecture through to food as well as the amazing variety of scenery it has to offer.

So if you are looking to move abroad, then France really does have something for everyone and may just well be your perfect choice.

Moving to French Guiana

What is known officially as Guiana in France and by others as French Guiana is a beautiful region of France that is located on the northern side of the Atlantic. Guiana is an overseas department belonging to France which borders Suriname in West and Brazil in the East and South. French Guiana has a rather small population density for its 83,534 km² meaning that there is a rate of 3 people per km The name derives from colonial times when The Guianas were colonies spread across the world. The French was added to the name Guiana as to distinguish it from the other colonies, such as Dutch Guiana which is now called Suriname, Spanish Guiana now named Guayana Region, and British Guiana now simply named Guyana and others as such. The French Guiana is collectively referred under the name of the Guianas along with the north and west larger countries Together they compose the large shield landmass which is one of the free craters found in the South America Plate.
Although not that populated, French Guiana is still thriving economically just by having the Guiana Space Centre, the French and European spaceport, which is used as the primary lunch site of the European Space Agency near the equator.
French Guyana also has many important ecosystems that they take care of and it’s quite well known for its tropical rainforest, inselbergs, wetlands and even savannahs. The high level of biodiversity that French Guiana has is an important part in its history and present time altogether. The European Union together with the International Union for Conservation of Nature have placed extraordinary effort in protecting the areas known as biodiversity hotpots together with various nature reserves and the Guiana Amazonian park, the old growth forests along with their fauna and flora will be preserved and protected for many years to come.
You can even say that French Guiana is a little piece of paradise, a pleasurable place that is closest to the natural way of life. So if you enjoy what it can offer, don’t hesitate to move to French Guiana.

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Thinking of Moving to France

Thousands of British people have moved for a new life in Europe over the last twenty years or so, and if you are thinking of starting a new life in the sun, you may be considering moving to France. As anyone who has been there will tell you, France is a country which offers you everything from fantastic weather in the south to gorgeous scenery in the Alps and Pyrenees, as well as other regions such as Provence or Limousine.

One of the reasons why relocating to France to start a new life has become so popular can be directly attributed to the author Peter Mayall, who wrote A Year in Provence in the late eighties. This was an account of his life with his family when they moved to the region and proved to be a best seller, as did the follow up book Tojours Provence, which was published three years later. Mayall’s story of his idyllic lifestyle was so alluring that thousands of Brits decided to sell up and live the dream themselves. If you are thinking of moving to rural France, there is something you should be aware of.

For example, you may find that if you are working on your new home, your neighbours will turn up and offer to help you. This is great on one level, but be aware that they will expect the favour returned when they need some help on their property. As long as you bear this in mind, moving to France should be a great experience for you and your family.

Destination Deutschland

Germany is the largest economy in Europe and therefore it has seen a considerable influx of British professionals moving to Germany in order to take advantage of its booming industries – not to mention its rich culture and stunning natural environments. Whatever your reasons for moving to Germany, however, there are a few British items that you just wont be able to find in Deutschland, so if you are a sucker for home comforts, you might just want to take them with you.

For example, it might surprise you to learn (considering that Germany is such a bratwurst loving country!) that you probably won’t be able to get British style bacon. Also, British staples such as brown sauce won’t be easy to come by, and if you do find some it won’t be cheap.

Anyone moving to Germany should also be prepared for the customary plug adaptors in order to get your electrical appliances working, but it might surprise you to learn that if you’re a Sky subscriber you should be able to get your system working in Germany! Of course bacon and Sky TV aren’t part of the major considerations, and you should enjoy adapting your lifestyle towards the German way of doing things – that’s part of the reason for relocating to Germany, after all.

So how exactly will you get all these home comforts to Germany, anyway? Well with European Removal Experts we can not only help you with your move, but we can do for affordable rates without compromising on quality. We can help you with moving to Germany, no matter how small or large your items are.

Avoid Delays When You Move to Europe – Get Expert Help

Sometimes people get the itch to leave the UK and move abroad after a holiday somewhere sunny like Spain or Portugal. In some cases, a new job or a promotion might mean a stint somewhere exotic overseas or just a short hop away in Europe. Even if you are only relocating just over the channel, moving to Belgium or moving to Holland and you’re only a short boat or plane ride away, it won’t all be plain sailing. Remember you’re going to have to adapt to a whole new country with its quirks, traditions, legal system, language and culture.

In some parts of Europe you can find well established expat communities. Anyone moving to southern Europe to escape the harsh winters and inconsistent summers of the north will find plenty of Brits who have already done the same thing. This will help you to adjust, but don’t get too caught up in the expat scene or you might you not get to explore and enjoy life among the locals. In some countries it’s pretty different. Moving to Belgium or moving to Holland for example, you won’t find so many expats, but at least the natives speak pretty good English. Don’t use this as an excuse not to make an effort though with the local languages. You’ll get far more respect and enjoy a much richer experience by doing so.

Wherever you’re thinking about moving to in Europe, you’re going to need to find a removal company that can help you with the logistics of getting your belongings out to your new home. It’s a lot more complicated than just moving domestically. Shipping goods and possessions across international borders requires additional planning and paperwork. Specialist international removers can help you with the whole moving process, from packing up, through the form filling, to safe delivery of your possessions at the other end. Don’t leave anything to chance. The last thing you want is endless delays as you try to start your new life abroad.

Making Removals To Italy Simple

Romantic Italy

Italy is a beautiful place to move to and no matter where you are in the country it is full of distinctive architecture and lots of history. A move to Italy can really make for a change of pace that many people long for, or even want to return to after having been in the United Kingdom. Our European removals service is one of the best options for getting all of your belongings back to Italy, no matter whether you are in the South, the midlands or the North of either country. We strive to provide you with quality European removals that can allow you to forget about all of the minutiae that comes with packing belongings.

Any Size Any Time

Many people worry about the size of the objects in their homes, from the small to the large. We have an adaptable service however and can provide piano removals to Italy as well as for only a few boxes of items. We treat everything with absolute care and never treat anybody’s personal belongings as we wouldn’t treat our own. This means absolute respect for privacy and the delicacy of what you are taking. If you are transporting delicate objects like furniture or antiques, it is always best to advise us prior. If you have special requirements for certain belongings these can be arranged beforehand, or alternatively, you can provide any protective packaging and simply notify the driver of the item.

Quality And Care

Each of our drivers is insured to provide the quality removals Italy deserves. This means having thousands of hours of road time across Europe as well as extensive experience regarding traffic, directions and even breakdowns. We are covered across this zone as well, so even if the worst does happen, we can call for help and get things moving again in super-quick time. Unlike other removal companies we will not leave you wondering what is going on and will strive to provide you with a quality of service that gives you the peace of mind to relax on your travels. Of course, your belongings may travel by road but you can travel by air and be sure that your belongings will arrive at the time we say. As members of the Removers And Storers, we always strive to provide you with this level of service.

Extra Help

If you are wanting to store your belongings for a period before moving, then we can offer some unsurpassed deals. We won’t charge you for up to 2 weeks of storage, which can buy you some all important time before or even after collection. Long term storage is typically offered in London and is very competitively priced. If you find that you don’t have enough, or the right type of boxes or packing options at your disposal, we can also offer these. We also use the Eurotunnel to ensure the greatest likelihood that we won’t be held up by bad weather or transport issues beyond our control.

Moving to Belgium to further your career

The EU has created new jobs in the international market, and none more than its central administrative bases in Belgium – both in Brussels and Strasbourg. Whether you’re an intern working for a few weeks to earn some international experience, or if you’re a fully qualified bilingual worker who is an essential cog in the wheels of the EU or EC, then you’ll need to work out how you’re going to get you and your belongings across to Belgium.

Belgium is quite unique in that it has many long, straight roads, so many people choose to move by car. However it’s a long, tiring and arduous journey if you choose to do this yourself, and you’ll have several borders to cross and customs declarations to complete if you set off from the UK towards your new home .

Removals to Belgium can be made less stressful and more productive if you use a specialist removal company. You can leave at the last minute as your belongings go ahead of you, rather than having a stressful time packing and then launching yourself at a new job.

Another consideration is that most people live in small apartments in Brussels in the main cities, and you may need to scale down your belongings so it all fits. If not, you’ll be paying for storage on top of removals, which only adds to your costs in addition to the fluctuating Euro. At least by using a specialist removal service to Belgium, that’s one piece of the move puzzle already solved for you.

A Voyage of Discovery: Living Abroad

“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” (Mark Twain)

Making the jump from whimsical daydream to bold reality can be more than a little daunting for the best of us, especially when such actions involve travel; perhaps uprooting a young family, and moving to Germany, moving to Belgium, moving to Egypt, moving to Japan – anywhere away from home! Here are few pros and cons we picked up from previous clients moving to Belgium, Spain, and our other noted destinations.

Pros
•   Excitement! When travelling, the thrill of the new is something beautiful. It can’t be replicated, can’t be found through books, and can’t completely be explained verbally.
•   The UK is going nowhere. So, perhaps relocating to Germany was wrong for your family. So what? Count your blessings, pack up, head home and settle back into a life you now KNOW you want.
•   Difference. As Mark Twain professed above, travel and new cultural experiences go a long way to expanding the mind, soul and that little font of knowledge within. Children’s brains particularly are truly great information sponges!

Cons
•   Fitting in. Taking the first step isn’t the only hard part! It can take months – years even – for an expat to feel truly settled.
•   Homesickness. Time heals all wounds? Suddenly you forget how tedious the British drizzle was – “I miss the dull weather/late trains/familiar road signs etc!”
•   Loneliness. Expat communities are common throughout most of the world, however being apart from trusted supports back home can be heart-wrenching.

Moving To France Without The Stress

France remains one of the most popular destinations for disillusioned Brits who are looking for a better life for themselves and their families and believe that it lies just across the water.

Certainly, the warmer climate, varied landscape and rich culture go a long way to endear it to those currently living in the UK who are tired of long winters and the pub culture.

Many books, films and television shows encourage this trend with successful and unsuccessful stories of people who have dramatically changed their lives by emigrating – and even the negative stories have little effect on the morale of people who have set their hearts on moving to France.

Before you pull your kids out of school, sell your house and tell your boss what you really think of him, ensure that you are making the right decision by asking yourself – and your partner – some difficult questions. Of course it is true that you can always come back, but the financial and emotional cost of emigrating is large and therefore it isn’t something that should be taken lightly.

Deciding where you want to live, what sort of property you want to live in and what you can afford is probably the most important decision. Presumably you will have visited the part of France that you intend to move to – hopefully you aren’t considering moving to France without having been there! -and you have an idea about what properties are available. Ensure that the estate agents you are dealing with are registered, and that you are prepared for the rather more lengthy process that buying a property is in France, as compared to the UK.

When moving to France it is likely you will want to move most of your worldly possessions with you. Contact a reliable and experienced removals company such as European Removal Experts for help getting everything you love to your new home. They are fully insured and will help you with all aspects of moving to France.