"You can always tell a Midwestern couple in Europe because they will be standing in the middle of a busy intersection looking at a wind-blown map and arguing over which way is west. European cities, with their wandering streets and undisciplined alleys, drive Midwesterners practically insane." Bill Bryson, U.S. author, journalist.
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For Rent in The Netherlands
This is a great site for expats looking for a place
to rent in Amsterdam, Veldhoven, Eindhoven, Haarlem -- well, you get the idea.
For thousands of rental properties in The Netherlands, with detailed descriptions,
prices and lots of pictures, take a look.
ViaMichelin
incredibly helpful and fast-loading site: city to city driving instructions throughout Europe, time estimates, weather conditions, embassay and tourist contact information, even language reference pages
Expat Moms in Switzerland This lively group is for those expat moms living in or moving to Switzerland
who want to converse with others in a similar situation. It is a wonderful place to ask all sorts of questions from:"What sort of internet providers do others suggest?" to
"Where can I find Karo syrup for my pecan pie?" Hopefully you will find this to be a place of support for parenting and personal adjustment issues.
Expats in Zurich
A group for expats living in and around or moving to the canton of Zurich. This is a good place to discuss how we find life here and what Zurich has to offer.
Multi-Cultural Calendar an interesting and educational look at different holidays throughout the world and when they are celebrated.
Expat Exchange an online community for English-speaking expatriates, comprised of over 140 country and topic networks
currency converter Need to know the value of dollars to euros? This converter is fast and simple.
ParentShack For the easiest way to keep in touch with distant friends and family, create your own family web site. Features easy-to-create photo albums and online journals to share pictures and stories. FREE 2 MB site available (about 10 pictures per MB).
Escape Artist magazine and directory including articles and links on overseas opportunities & jobs, overseas real estate, international investments, telecommuting from abroad, hidden artist colonies, foreign schools, escape routes, global nomadic housing for expatriates, unique lifestyles, disappearing magic, overseas retirement, embassies worldwide, photographs of foreign places,
international contacts, links and a huge database of expatriate resources
Traveling Internationally with your Kids
Peter & Mari Van Buren's wonderful site - packed with great tips personally garnered over 15 years personal experience of family travel worldwide. Don't leave the house until you read their articles!
Travel Photo Wallpaper Collection beautiful pictures free to download from all over the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Austria, England, France, Germany and Switzerland.
Transitions Abroad an internet portal and print magazine which has been providing work abroad, travel abroad, study abroad and international living articles and resources for 26 years.
"Identical bright colors will keep family members visible and laminated ID/info cards sewn onto canvas sneakers will help reunite you." ~
"Remember to get the stroller ticketed when checking in your luggage. That way you can roll baby right up to the airplane door and pick up the stroller again upon landing." ~
"Polly Pocket toys, tiny detailed houses with snap-close and fastenable doll, are well worth adding to your little girl's carry-on." ~
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