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Given the thousands of miles between them, the differences between Australia and the United States may not come as a surprise. You’d expect different cultural norms, slang, food, customs, weather, accents, and more. (By the way, that rumor about the toilet flushing in a different direction is a myth!) However, there are also a surprising number of similarities between the two locations. If you’re moving between Australia and the US, you may find some of these similarities comforting. After all, even the worldliest traveler can feel homesick after a big international move. If you’re headed down under to Australia—or up over to the US—we’ll offer...

The Big Island of Hawaii is home to a kaleidoscope of landscapes. Majestic mountain peaks, lush valleys, postcard-perfect beaches, a smoking volcanic crater surrounded by jet-black fields of hardened lava—it’s all waiting for you when you make the Big Island your home. The verdant landscape in the North and South Hilo Districts offers its own distinct type of beauty. In and around the area, you’ll find waterfalls, botanical gardens, farms, and rainforests all fed by the frequent rain. But that’s not all you’ll find in Hilo, also known as the cultural capital of the Big Island. The county seat is located in the town, as...

8.9 million residents vs. 331.9 million. 15,943 square miles vs. 3.8 million. The differences between Switzerland and the US can seem vast when moving between the two countries. Population: 8.9 million Land Area: 15,943 mi2 Capital: Bern Currency: Swiss franc (CHF) Population: 331.9 million Land Area: 3.8 million mi2 Capital: Washington, DC Currency: US dollar (USD) To help you make a smooth transition between Switzerland and the US, we put together the following must-knows. They’ll help you navigate the moving process, prepare for the cultural differences between the two countries, and spot the similarities—all of which will help you settle in quickly to your new...

When you’re looking for a moving company to relocate transferees around the world, you can’t trust just anybody. Instead, these companies need to be vetted carefully to ensure a smooth and simple moving process for each and every transferee.  During the vetting process, there are a number of critical areas to investigate that can make or break an international move. In this article, we’ll focus on one: the global partners that a moving company chooses to work with, also known as agents.    After all, no moving company can be absolutely everywhere in the world. Instead, international relocation companies select local partners to help them complete...

In Kona, life is beautiful. Along the warm and sunny western coast of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, you’ll find incredible vistas: white sand beaches lined with swaying palm trees, dramatic jet-black lava fields, and seemingly endless stretches of blue ocean. If you’re considering making your home in Kona, we’ll show you everything you need to know to make a smooth, simple relocation. We’ve helped thousands of individuals and families make their move to Hawaiʻi, and we’ll share what we’ve learned along the way. Let’s start with what brings so many people to the Hawaiian Islands: the weather. What Is the Weather Like in Kona?...

If you’re looking for the best country to live in, you can’t go wrong with either Germany or the United States. The two countries were ranked #2 and #4 respectively in U.S. News & World Report‘s most recent “Best Countries in the World” list. Given the two countries’ friendly relations—plus the significant US military presence in Germany—it’s fairly easy to move between these two countries and to get your household goods cleared for entry. That said, there are a few items you still need to know to ensure a simple and easy move between the US and Germany. We’ll walk you through them below. #1:...