Adapting to a New Culture
Unless you are very accustomed with the country or have close friends / relatives already living there to guide you, in most cases an unfamiliar culture will be disorientating. Different social etiquettes and social norms in addition to language barriers can present problems. Furthermore, social etiquette can often be very subtle and even body language […]
Can I ship Lithuimn-Ion Batteries?
The acceptance of ‘Li-ION’ batteries in household and personal effects shipments is a complicatedsubject. There is a widely reported increased fire risk associated with these batteries. ShippingLines themselves are so far, inconsistent in standardising their rules for their inclusion or exclusionfrom a consignment. Typically we experience that Shipping Lines will decide on a shipment byshipment […]
Moving Christmas Decorations to Australia
We know it may seem like Christmas is a long time away, but one of the most popular items shipped is Christmas decorations. We all know that Australia is well known for being very strict on what goods can and can’t enter the country. If you are thinking about moving to Australia from the UK […]
Moving to Australia: Importing Christmas Decorations
Australia is well known for being very strict on what goods can and can’t enter the country. If you are considering removals to Australia from the UK and wish to bring your Christmas decorations along with you, it’s essential to consult with your removals company about what items you can and can’t take. The risk […]
Planning carefully for your move
We can all save ourselves a lot of heartache if we plan carefully for our international moving. With meticulous planning, moving abroad can be an adventure rather than a headache. Lists are key. Make them, stick to them and enjoy ticking off each item as each task is completed. PASSPORTS AND VISAS 1. Check whether […]
John Mason International to boldly go the extra mile – make that 140million miles
Simon Hood, Director Sales and Marketing announced “John Mason International removals has always been out of this world at moving people’s precious goods to new homes internationally, and we are excited at the prospect of making moving home a truly interplanetary occasion.” This is massive news and you can read more on our dedicated Mars […]
Insuring Your International Move
When planning your relocation, you will need to think about insuring your international move. Your moving company should be able to help you with this and provide guidance and a quotation. Valued Inventory There are usually two methods of insuring your international move. The first is calculated using a valued inventory. You will be asked to […]
How to Find a School in Australia
Australia is a fantastic place to bring up children with its idyllic climate, great schools and high standard of living. If, like thousands of others, you’re considering relocating your family down under, choosing how to find a school in Australia can be one of the most challenging parts of preparing for your move. The decision is, […]
How to Choose an International Moving Company
When deciding on a moving company, there are many factors you may wish to consider when making your final decision. Here are a few things to thing about during the process to help you decide how to choose an international moving company: Is the quotation clear, does it clearly state what is and isn’t included? […]
Packing Hints and Tips
A Guide to Packing for an International MoveWe recommend that you leave the packing to the professionals. John Mason’s Export Packing teams are all highly experienced in packing for overseas shipments and have undergone extensive training. As we are specialists in overseas moving, all of our packers are Export Packers. Export packing is a separate […]