According to the World Economic Forum, the Netherlands comes top for the best place to live for expat families in 2018. It’s really no surprise in a country with a great economy, great childcare, great healthcare, great education system, excellent English and a life revolving around biking. Why Holland is the best country in the […]
Is it cheaper to live in Italy or France?
Italy is 11.6% cheaper than France. Should you go to Italy or France? France is more expensive.As well, food, drink, and transportation will likely run higher across France than Italy. However, as you may discover on your European vacation, the higher prices in France also come with some noticeable benefits. France has a better infrastructure […]
Where is England vs Scotland being played?
Wembley Stadium. England v Scotland: Where you can watch the Euro 2020 match live and how to do so within Covid guidelines. England are hoping to secure their place in the Euro 2020 knockout stages as the oldest rivalry in international football continues on Friday night against Scotland at Wembley Stadium. Where is the England […]
Why does Naples Italy have a bad reputation?
The first thing why Naples might have such a bad reputation is because of many pickpocketers living in this city and how easy it is to be robbed. This might be true, as even a few friends of mine after a trip to Naples came back home without their phone or wallet. Why does Naples […]
How many medals will Hungary win?
Hungary at the 2020 Summer Olympics Flag bearer (closing) Bálint Kopasz Medals Ranked 15th Gold 6 Silver 7 Bronze 7 Total 20 Summer Olympics appearances (overview) 1896 1900 1904 1908 1912 1920 1924 1928 1932 1936 1948 1952 1956 1960 1964 1968 1972 1976 1980 1984 1988 1992 1996 2000 2004 2008 2012 2016 2020 […]
Who are Spain’s allies?
Spain has been successful in managing its relations with its three immediate European neighbours, France, Andorra, and Portugal. Who did Spain have an alliance with? On June 21, 1779, Spain declares war on Great Britain, creating a de facto alliance with the Americans. Who were Spain’s enemies? In the 17th century the greatest threat had […]
What is 7th grade in the Netherlands?
In the Netherlands the 7th grade is the first class of high school, also named “brugklas” (bridge class). When reaching the age of 12 or 13, the children go from primary school (“basisschool”) to high school (“middelbare school”). What is Year 8 in the Netherlands? The Dutch education system explained Dutch elementary or primary school […]
Is Florence a hilly?
Flat city center – The city center of Florence doesn’t have any hills. By the city center, I am referring to the area between the Accademia in the north, the Ponte Vecchio in the south, the Santa Maria Novella train station in the west, and the Santa Croce church in the east. Is Florence flat […]
Is healthcare in Finland free?
Finland offers its residents universal healthcare. The prevention of diseases and other types of health promotion have been the main focus of Finnish healthcare policies for decades. How much does health care cost in Finland? Quality of healthcare in Finland Finland’s healthcare spending comes to €3,036 ($3,615) per person, which is above the European Union’s […]
How much is a beer in Edinburgh?
The full list UK Cost Per Pint Edinburgh £4.35 Bristol £4.32 Winchester £4.30 Brighton £4.24 Is alcohol expensive in Edinburgh? However, drinkers in Edinburgh are now faced with the highest priced pint in Scotland and the fifth most expensive in the whole of the United Kingdom. How much is a pint of beer in Scotland […]
How many cows are in Switzerland?
1.59 million cows. As a whole, Switzerland has 1.59 million cows, or one for every five people. The top five cantons, in terms of the bovine population, are: Bern (320’581 cows) Are cows in Switzerland? Switzerland is the country of origin of the Braunvieh (“brown cattle”). The Original Braunvieh is an original Swiss dual-purpose cow […]
Are all Icelanders related?
In Iceland, everybody is related.The population of Iceland today is about 320,000, and, accord to the genealogy website islendingabok.is, the whole population of native Icelanders derives from a single family tree. Are all Icelanders inbred? Compiled using census data, church records, family archives and a host of other information sources, it claims to have information […]
Is Barcelona water hard or soft?
He explained that the water in Barcelona is extremely ‘hard’, containing a high concentration of calcium and magnesium ions. “The amount of calcium and other mineral content in water is based on the kind of stone where the water originates,” Jern said. Is water hard or soft in Spain? How is water hardness measured? Seawater […]
How did the painting style of central Italy and Florence differ from that of Venice?
In Venice and Northern Italy a High Renaissance style developed that was notably different from that of Florence and Rome.Venetian masters perfected new resins that allowed them to paint on canvas rather than panels, an innovation that gave their coloristic techniques greater depth and luminosity. How are Florence and Venice different? Florentine art is tough, […]
Is Florence safe for girls?
1. yes, is it safe. Naturally, you would have to take normal precaution (close the zip in your bag, do not walk in dark streets at night), but it is in general much safer than any big American city. What should I be careful of in Florence? 13 Things Tourists Should Never Do In Florence […]