Europe is a world leader for its cultural diversity, and this is in part thanks to a long history of immigration between nations; however, some parts of Europe are particularly cosmopolitan – and a nation such as Belgium is uniquely so, thanks to its rich diversity of cultures and languages.
One of the reasons why Belgium is so culturally rich is due to the diversity of official languages, and associated cultural input. Anyone moving to Belgium will immediately notice that there is no single dominant language and Dutch, French and German are spoken and taught in schools as official languages.
To confound the matter there are also loads of minority languages spoken there as well, including “Walloon“ and even Yiddish. This prevalence of diverse languages in the nation might seem daunting to anyone moving to Belgium from the UK, maybe with nothing more than a bit of GCSE French to go on, however, instead, it should comfort the British emigre that Belgium is so welcoming of immigrants to the nation.
As well as a diversity of languages, Belgium enjoys a truly unique culture; and the cuisine of Belgium, for example, greatly benefits from a variety of cultural influences; and in particular there is a strong influence from French cooking styles – which can only be a good thing!
So, whilst Belgium mightn’t be the top of your list for European destinations, moving to Belgium could be the portal onto a truly satisfying life – amongst one of the most special and diverse cultures on the planet!
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The Benefits of Moving to Germany
Many people from Britain have moved abroad to work over recent years, some to European countries and others further afield, to Australia and New Zealand for example.
Although these two antipodean nations are seen as the favourite choice for Britons seeking a new life, a lot of people are moving to Germany and other European countries with their jobs.
This has many benefits, the main one being it is a lot easier to get back to the UK from mainland Europe. Although you may feel that you are leaving the country behind when you are planning on moving to Germany or moving to France, there will be occasions when you need to return home. It’s something we don’t like to think about, but our parents aren’t getting any younger are they?
When you are thinking about moving to Germany, you can be assured that if you do need to get home in a hurry for whatever reason you are just a couple of hours flight away.
Now we have sorted that particular aspect out, how much thought have you given to the actual logistics of moving to Germany? Have you organised a company to take care of moving your furniture and other belongings yet? If not, you need to make sure that the company you choose has plenty of experience in this field because the last thing you need once you arrive at your new home is to find that your possessions have been damaged or broken in transit.
European Removal Experts are the experts, so make sure you talk to them when planning your move abroad.
Considerations When Relocating Abroad
If you’re thinking of relocating to France, Spain or indeed any Western European country; there are a few essential aspects which you will need to consider before you actually up-sticks and wave goodbye to Blighty.
Language
Although many people on the Continent now speak English, there are just as many who do not (or will not). Therefore, you will find it very beneficial to learn the language spoken in your destination country as it will allow you to eat in restaurants, shop in markets and generally mingle with the locals with much greater success.
Climate
Although Western Europe’s climate is not drastically different to that of the UK; there are some parts of the Continent which frequently experience quite extreme weather conditions. Certainly some areas of France, Spain, Portugal and Italy can be very hot in the summer months, so you will need to be sure that you and your family will be able to endure such extremes before you move.
Moving
Regardless of whether you’re moving to France, Germany or wherever; perhaps the most important consideration of all is that of how you will move your furniture and belongings. Thankfully, we here at European Removal Experts can help greatly in this respect as we specialise in moving people’s belongings from all over the UK to countries in Western Europe.
So, if you think you might be needing furniture removals to France or beyond in the near future, look no further than us here at European Removal Experts.
Shopper’s Solace: The Most Stylish Cities in Europe
Moving to Europe – for some of us at least – HAS to mean… shopping!
Paris, France
Moving to France? Head for Paris – You know you want to! As the home of Haute Couture, Paris is one of the most chic cities in Europe. Renowned stores along the Rue du Fauborg and Champs Elysees attract label-seekers like moths to a flame! But it’s not all couture, flea markets and vintage fairs are the soul of Paris. When relocating to France who knows what you’ll find – vintage Chanel, classic Halston or an antique Chesterfield that’s fits perfectly into your new French living space!
Barcelona, Spain
Of course Milan is a style capital, but if its art and beatnik chic you seek, a trip to Barcelona should be on the cards! The designer names are all there, nestled sweetly amongst the jostling array of markets and bargain vintage stalls!
Zurich, Switzerland
An unexpected gem, Zurich’s central square plays host to some lavish brands! The elegant Bahnhofstrasse is certainly one of the most stylish and gracefully designed shopping streets in Europe. And don’t forget a little bad-weather indulgence in the sumptuous and labyrinthine ShopVille underground shopping centre.
Amsterdam, Holland
A city of quirky uniqueness and shopping curiosities! Moving to Holland? Make Amsterdam one of your first excursions. The Dutch love to mix and match their markets, meaning you’re likely to find a bit of everything!
Ok, so shopping trips aren’t for everyone. But for those amongst us who love nothing more than a day whiled away window shopping, Europe is more than satisfactory!
Belgium – Truly Cosmopolitan
Europe is a world leader for its cultural diversity, and this is in part thanks to a long history of immigration between nations; however, some parts of Europe are particularly cosmopolitan – and a nation such as Belgium is uniquely so, thanks to its rich diversity of cultures and languages.
One of the reasons why Belgium is so culturally rich is due to the diversity of official languages, and associated cultural input. Anyone moving to Belgium will immediately notice that there is no single dominant language and Dutch, French and German are spoken and taught in schools as official languages.
To confound the matter there are also loads of minority languages spoken there as well, including “Walloon“ and even Yiddish. This prevalence of diverse languages in the nation might seem daunting to anyone moving to Belgium from the UK, maybe with nothing more than a bit of GCSE French to go on, however, instead, it should comfort the British emigre that Belgium is so welcoming of immigrants to the nation.
As well as a diversity of languages, Belgium enjoys a truly unique culture; and the cuisine of Belgium, for example, greatly benefits from a variety of cultural influences; and in particular there is a strong influence from French cooking styles – which can only be a good thing!
So, whilst Belgium mightn’t be the top of your list for European destinations, moving to Belgium could be the portal onto a truly satisfying life – amongst one of the most special and diverse cultures on the planet!
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.
Making Moving Easy
Moving to Germany successfully from the UK can be achieved in many different ways and using many different removal companies. If you want the best chance of a seamless moving experience or if you have special needs such as either modest or grand requirements, we at European Removal Experts believe we can offer the service that you require.
By specialising in moves between the UK and the European continent, we are able to make moving to Germany as seamless as possible. We are a London-based company as this is the perfect location for our operation. We are close to hand for the most densely populated area of the UK and conveniently close to the most common route for travelling between the UK and mainland Europe.
When moving to Germany the types of things that you will need to consider are how you wish to plan your move. Some people will want the entire house move experience to be handled for them from packing to unloading whilst others may select a range of specific items to be moved on their behalf for them and handling the rest themselves.
If renting a furnished property, moving to Germany may simply mean moving your more personal belongings and possibly a certain key piece of furniture without which life would simply not be the same. For these reasons, we offer a variety of services. If cost is an issue, goods can be moved on a shared container basis rather than in a dedicated removal vehicle. Even if you do use a dedicated van, less key items could be moved at a later date using our shared shipments. This may also create a need for storage which is also a service that we offer. A well planned move with an experienced removal firm will make moving to Germany as easy as ABC.
Moving to Germany? Learn the Language First
One of the things that can be most isolating when moving to Germany is not being able to speak the language. Although learning a new language is easiest when you immerse yourself in it, you can give yourself a head start by learning some German before you move. Here are some ways you can get a grasp on the language before relocating to Germany:
• Teach Yourself
Prior to moving to Berlin, Munich or anywhere else in Germany, teach yourself as much of the language as you can. Read a few beginners books and listen to some audio to give you an idea of pronunciation and intonation. You should also try to learn some grammar as this will help you to structure sentences.
• Take Some Classes
Before you move, aim to take some German classes, both one-on-one and as part of a group. One-on-one classes will enable your tutor to focus on aspects of the language that you need to, or areas that you may be struggling with. Group classes will give you a feel of real world German conversations and knowing other learners will help to keep you motivated.
• Befriend a Native
Only by talking to a native speaker will you get an indication of how the language is used in the real world. Use the internet to get in contact with native German speakers, and aim to converse via email or via Skype before you move. This will give you a chance to practice your German in a low-pressure environment.
European Removal Experts Discount Holland/Switzerland To UK Trips
European Removal Experts, who can help their clients with personal and affordable services if they’re considering moving to Holland, Germany, France or any other EU zone, are offering discounts on trips from Holland or Switzerland back to the United Kingdom.
European Removal Experts are one of the leading removals companies in Europe, covering a vast majority of EU territories for affordable prices. They regularly update the ‘discount’ section of their website with their latest travel deals and offers, and are currently offering exclusive discounts for those travelling to the United Kingdom from Holland and Switzerland.
Those relocating to Switzerland or making a long, arduous trip to Holland with a removals van may not be looking forward to making a lengthy trip back to the United Kingdom after the all of the stress and hassle involved during the moving process. European Removal Experts can ease the pain by offering discounts on their travelling service back to the UK, with varying deals available based on the capacity of items they are carrying with them on the journey home.
“Moving house or business at home in the United Kingdom is troublesome enough, but dealing with international removals is a different game entirely,” comments Christian Popovici of European Removal Experts. “After transporting all of your belongings across Europe to places such as Holland or Switzerland you’re bound to be tired, but need to make arrangements to get back to the UK ASAP. Luckily we can help to make arrangements for you through our current discounts at European Removal Experts. You can visit our website for more details or telephone us for a free quote.”
European Removal Experts Now Offer Storage Services
European Removal Experts, a London-based removals company serving clients moving to France, Spain and across the EU for domestic, business and educational purposes, now also offer storage facilities for people who use their service.
Moving abroad from the United Kingdom can be a trying time as there are a lot of plans to make and matters to organise. One such consideration may be delivering items that are of a higher priority than others to their new premises and, as such, will have sectioned off their goods into categories. They may need to consider a storage solution for items they do not wish to be in immediate transit.
The benefits of using European Removal Experts’s storage facilities are that they will take good care of all items that are put in stock and will deliver them to an address on a pre-specified date of the client’s choosing.
“We want to assure our clients that we will make every effort to ensure their relocation is as smooth as possible,” comments Christian Popovici of European Removal Experts. “There may be certain times whereby they will have an abundance of stock and need certain items at their new European premises with immediate effect. Our storage facilities are safe and secure, and we will deliver your remaining goods as and when you require them to your new address.”
How to prepare your children to move to Belgium
If you have decided that you and your family will be moving to Belgium in the near future you may be concerned on how best to prepare your children for this upheaval. You should anticipate that a new environment may be difficult to cope with at first for any child. For this reason it is good practice to ease them into the idea gently early on.
As a country, Belgium is one of the most children friendly, welcoming children from other countries into their culture and lifestyle. It is true that by relocating to Belgium, you are giving your children access to an exceptional quality of education, but you need to find one that suits a child’s individual needs. Researching and discussing schools before hand will help greatly.
The language barrier in Belgian schools can be determined by 3 languages; Dutch, German or French. It is worth looking into the prerequisites of these languages for your child to fully benefit. Parents are also expected to be more actively involved in educating their children in Belgium which may make the transition easier.
Involve your children with all aspects of the move and they will become familiar and accustomed to the idea easier. Removals to Belgium are easy to organise and children will be more inclined to accommodate the idea of moving if they have control over what they take. Allow them to help pack and try to make it as fun and exciting as possible.