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 to Romania: What You Should Know
When Romania joined the European Union, everyone focused on Romanians moving to other European countries. Yes, large numbers of Romanians have left for greater opportunities. But Romania has a lot to offer. From pristine snowy mountains to the Black Sea, this is a beautiful country. Because the legend of Dracula is set in Transylvania, we Read More >
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 >
When You’ve Gotta Move to Ottawa
People seem to love to hate Ottawa. It’s boring, they say. But maybe they are just hoping to keep it as low-key and laid back as it is. Ottawa doesn’t have as many big-name concerts or high-profile tourist destinations as some of Canada’s other major cities. It’s the capital, so it’s pretty buttoned down. So Read More >
Something About Singapore Expats
When we think of English-speaking countries with lots of Irish immigrants, we often think of the USA, Canada and Australia. Sometimes we even remember that our nearest neighbour has been a popular destination for generations. But today, one of the hottest destinations for Irish people looking for a different experience abroad is Singapore. And yes, Read More >
Oh Vienna! Moving to Austria from Ireland
For the ninth year in a row, Mercer has ranked Vienna number one for quality of life. The human resources consultants issued their 20th annual report earlier this year, and Dublin was named the most expensive city for expats in the Eurozone. It isn’t exactly affordable for Irish people either. If rising housing costs have Read More >
Why Retire in Portugal – Moving and Shipping to Portugal Made Easy
Many retirees choose to go abroad to spend the the golden years of their lives. The options are endless – especially if you are not restricted by budget. A number of countries in South America and Southeast Asia consistently make it to the top places to retire. Mexico, Colombia, Thailand and Vietnam are still popular Read More >
Is Canada Calling You?
Canada recently announced a big increase in the number of visas available to young Irish people who want to spend time working there. An additional 10,000 work permits are being issued to Irish applicants between the ages of 18 and 35. If you decide to try for a stint working in Canada, do you 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 >