How to help your children adapt to living in a new country
When you’re thinking about moving to another country, there are lots of things that you might have to think about. One thing that is vital to consider is how your children feel about the move, and how that might affect them in the future. Of course, you will be making the move because you feel […]
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 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? […]
New Year – Time to Move Abroad?
A new year is the perfect time to make a fresh start in a new country or to start planning a move abroad. We have had a look at the numerous benefits of moving abroad for you and your family. Career Prospects In an increasingly globalised world, many employers are looking for staff with international […]
The World’s Best Places to Live
The Legatum Institute have recently published a list of the most prosperous countries in the world. The Legatum Institute Prosperity Index is an annual report published by the UK organisation. The study is not just about economics, it also considers many other aspects of daily life. Many categories are considered in the ratings including the […]
Moving to Manitoba
A Guide to Moving to Manitoba, Canada With unspoilt natural beauty, friendly inhabitants and a bustling, vibrant capital, Manitoba encompasses all that is wonderful about Canada. Unemployment remains lower than the national average and there are excellent prospects for skilled tradespeople and professionals. Moving to Manitoba could even leave you better off financially as housing […]
Moving with Pets
Moving abroad with pets Moving abroad is a big change and takes a lot of advance planning, particularly when you want to take your pet with you. A change of environment can cause stress for your furry friend as well as yourself. That’s why it is important to put measures in place to mitigate these […]
Tips for Tackling Homesickness
Moving abroad, whether it be for work or personal reasons, can be rather tough. Whilst discovering new cultures, meeting new people and opening yourself up to a world of opportunity is of course exciting, you are leaving behind a life that you might have become quite accustom to. Suffering from homesickness whilst living away for […]
Qatar Moving Guide
If you’ve ever frequented Doha Airport, you’ll know that it’s full to the brim with expats arriving, leaving and being reunited with loved ones. Whether for the desert landscape, or the full to the brim luxury shopping centres, Qatar poses quite a pull. But from general country information, to Visa requirements and finding a good […]
Moving Overseas with Kids
Please see below for a copy of an article featured in the magazine New Zealand Outlook, written by John Mason International’s General Manager, David Ozard. Don’t forget the kids when moving.David Ozard, John Mason InternationalMoving home is stressful at the best of times but moving to another country can be a much more daunting prospect. […]