Many people moving to Australia are going for a specific job, and thus don’t have a choice about where in the country to live. But students going to study in Australia and anyone going on a more flexible visa should really consider the city of Adelaide. Overall, the rates of Irish people moving to Australia Read More >
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Moving from Ireland to Poland – What to Expect
The last 20 years have seen strong connections forged between Poland and Ireland. It began with an influx of Polish people into Ireland during the boom years, and grew into a mutual admiration. With Polish grocery stores all around Ireland and Polish newcomers endearing themselves to locals, Poland feels a lot closer than it did Read More >
Moving to Auckland – Pros and Cons
Irish people have a long history of migrating to Australia, but that isn’t the only option down under. Auckland, New Zealand recently earned the accolade of being the third most liveable city from recruitment consultants Mercer. (Auckland shared third place with Munich, Germany.) So what’s the appeal? Many expats moving to Auckland cite the city’s Read More >
Where the Irish Go in Australia
Most Europeans and North Americans have a distorted sense of the size of Australia. Maybe it is because the land mass is one nation, we tend to think of it as an island. And islands are not that big. Or perhaps it is the way it appears on many world maps, off in the corner. Read More >
Trading Chilly for Chile
October is when we have to stop the denial that there is good weather ahead in Ireland. Winter is en route, and we know what that means. But as winter hits the northern hemisphere, the sun shines brighter in the southern hemisphere. If you are dreaming of an escape across the equator, consider some time Read More >
Make Your European Move an Adventure
If you are moving to another EU country, the quick way is to fly. But flying isn’t much fun anymore. In fact, it’s gotten pretty miserable with long lines and the ever-present risk of being bumped from your reserved seat. Driving doesn’t make a lot of sense as your Irish car is designed to drive Read More >
Surviving Last Minute Packing Panic
You’ve studied the city where you are preparing to move. You have organized your flights and made endless lists. The new job, study abroad year or adventure is beckoning. And you’ve nearly finished packing when wham, you realize there’s that one item. Your bicycle. Favourite piece of bulky exercise equipment. Super comfy armchair. Pots and Read More >
Get Ready, Get Set… Preparing to Study Abroad
No matter where you going to study abroad, you can do a few things to help ease the inevitable culture shock that awaits. You can’t avoid it completely, and you’ll have moments that range from hilarious to bizarre to upsetting. You’ll be frustrated and disappointed at times, but you’ll also be surprised and delighted at Read More >
Why Study in Spain?
If you are looking for a study abroad option where you can develop fluency in another language, soak up some sun along with some culture and still find plenty of other Irish people, Spain might be just the place for you. Spain has the fifth highest number of Irish immigrants, and it has more than Read More >
Studying in Japan
Are you considering trading stew for sushi for a year? Japan is one of the most popular destinations for studying abroad in Asia. A prosperous, extremely tech savvy country, Japan has a lot to offer Irish students looking to learn more about the world than what can be taught in a classroom. And yes, you Read More >