If your child, grandchild, niece or nephew is studying or working abroad, you know their life is a fantastic adventure right now. They are exploring a new country, learning to leap over culture and language barriers to make new friends, and making incredible memories. With so much going on, you might suspect they have all Read More >
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Using Personal Shipping for an Overseas Move
The right personal shipping company can make your overseas move a lot easier. Some international shipping companies deal only in commercial freight, but others offer personal shipping as well. That is good news for anyone moving overseas, whether they have a house full of furniture they’d like to bring or just bring more than is Read More >
Moving to Santiago, Chile
South America generally does not fare well in surveys of the most liveable places in the world. Many cities in that continent have serious problems with crime and political instability as well as poverty. But it would be a mistake to dismiss an entire continent on generalizations. Moving to Chile is a far safer option Read More >
3 Great Places to Be Irish
If you are considering moving away from Ireland, you might be wondering where it pays to be Irish. Which cities around the world really embrace Irish culture? Where would you feel welcome? Some obvious ones are Boston, New York, Sydney, and Perth. If you are looking for other options, here three of some of the Read More >
When You’ve Had Enough Cold…
Was the meeting of cold Storm Emma and the Beast from the East the last straw for you? Have you decided you have now had your share of cold, wet weather? If you are considering a move to a hot climate, a little preparation will help you make the switch painlessly. Moving from Ireland to Read More >
Moving Abroad with Your Pet
If you are considering moving abroad with your pet, deciding if you should bring your pet with you is a complex decision. Much depends on where you are moving. Is it possible to import a dog or cat there? Are some breeds restricted? What is the process? What do you need to do to bring Read More >
Decision Time: Should You Stay or Should You Go Abroad?
The new year is a time for fresh starts. It’s time to shake things up and do something new and different. How are you going to challenge yourself in 2018? Is this the year you will apply to study or work abroad? Living in another country offers a lot of benefits, regardless of where you Read More >
Safe Winter Shipping for Musical Instruments
Musical instruments are very delicate things, sensitive to the climate and conditions around them. Even when mass produced, an instrument has a way of becoming deeply personal. A good musician can adapt to different instruments, but will usually prefer to play an old familiar friend. Over the hours and hours of practice, an instrument gets Read More >
What about Winnipeg?
If you’ve enjoyed the recent winter weather and are thinking about a future in Canada, Winnipeg might be the place for you. Canada has increased the number of visas available for Irish citizens, and if you considering moving to Canada, you should learn a little about Winnipeg. This modest city doesn’t get as much attention Read More >
Celebrating Christmas in Australia
Many Irish people who contemplate a move down under hit the same mental stumbling block: Christmas. How do you celebrate Christmas in the southern hemisphere when it is summer time? When all of your beloved Christmas traditions are geared to cold weather, would it still feel festive? Are Christmas lights as magical when it isn’t Read More >