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Can I work in Switzerland without work permit?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

If you want to be allowed to work in Switzerland, you will need a Switzerland work visa. The Swiss work visa is one of the types of the Switzerland long-stay visas (also known as national or D-visa).As with other types of visa, different rules apply for EU/EFTA citizens as opposed to non-EU/EFTA citizens. How long […]

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Does Dublin have good nightlife?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Dublin has a fantastic nightlife and its pub-to-person ratio is the envy of many cities. The legal drinking age is 18 and a few places will ask for ID (though not nearly as many as a typical American bar, for example). Does Ireland have a good nightlife? Ireland is a hive of activity. Surrounded by […]

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Is Austria good to work?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In fact, its capital, Vienna, emerged as the world’s most livable city by Mercer in 2019. Not only that, but it is known for its stellar work-life balance, supportive labor laws, and growing focus on employee wellness. This all makes it an extremely attractive employment destination for expats. Is it easy to get a job […]

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Why did Denmark not join Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

As a result of the rapid turn of events, the Danish government did not have enough time to officially declare war on Germany. Denmark was in an untenable position in any event, however. Its territory and population were too small to hold out against Germany for any sustained period. Why didn’t Denmark become part of […]

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What are the inhabitants of Bilbao called?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bilbao Bilbao Bilbo (in Basque) • Municipality 345,821 • Density 8,300/km2 (22,000/sq mi) • Metro 1,037,847 Demonyms Bilbaine Basque: bilbotarra Spanish: bilbaíno, bilbaína What is a Basque person called? Basques call themselves Euskaldunak, or “speakers of Euskara,” the Basque language. Euskara also has no known origin, and it is not related to any other Indo-European […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Bilbao, Spain

What do I need to know before going to Poland?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

12 Travel Tips You Need To Know Before Visiting Poland Don’t call it Eastern Europe (it’s not, and you WILL be corrected) It’s not as cold as you think. Try to learn a few words, as Poles really appreciate the effort (even if terribly mispronounced) Tap water is safe to drink, but don’t let anyone […]

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Is Italy and Sicily the same country?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sicily is an island located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean. Politically, Sicily and the smaller islands surrounding it are considered an autonomous region of Italy. Is Sicily part of Italy or a separate country? Sicily, Italian Sicilia, island, southern Italy, the largest and one of the most densely […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Sicily

What part of Poland became Russia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Russian Partition of Poland was made an official province of the Russian Empire in 1867. In the early 20th century, a major part of the Russian Revolution of 1905 was the Revolution in the Kingdom of Poland (1905–1907). What part of Poland was Russia? Russian Poland, the westernmost part of the Russian Empire, was […]

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Which train company operates London to Cambridge?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Greater Anglia. Greater Anglia offers regular and direct trains from London to Cambridge. Who runs trains from Cambridge to London? Cambridge to London by train Journey time From 48m Departure station Cambridge Arrival station London Changes Direct trains available Train operators Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink What Trainline is Cambridge on? Cambridge is also the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Cambridge, England

Who did Russia have to share Berlin with?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

However, on July 11, 1945, the Russian government announced that it would hand over all civilian and military control of West Berlin to British and American forces. What did Russia have to do with the Berlin Wall? After increasing tensions between the Soviets and the Western powers during the first 15 years of the Cold […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Berlin, Germany

How safe is Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Croatia is very safe for travelers in terms of violent crime, which is quite rare in the country. However, the covid-19 pandemic continues to present safety concerns for travelers to Croatia and, as of May 2021, the US State Department still has the country under a Level 4 (“Do Not Travel”) advisory. Is Croatia a […]

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Is Granada and pomegranate the same?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Granada, which literally means “pomegranate” in Spanish, is the capital city of the province of the same name in southern Spain’s Andalusia region. Originally from the Middle East, the fruit was brought to Europe by the Berber people, a group of nomadic people living in North Africa. Why is pomegranate called Granada? Possibly stemming from […]

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What do they drink in Madrid?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

5 Drinks You Should Try In Madrid Sangria. Mojitos. Caña. Tinto de Verano. Horchata. What drink is Madrid known for? Tinto de verano (summer wine) is what everyone drinks on a daily basis, red wine mixed with a lemon soft drink. What is a popular drink in Spain? sangriaThere are of course the famous Spanish […]

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How warm does Iceland get in the summer?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The average July temperature in the southern part of the island is 10–13 °C (50–55 °F). Warm summer days can reach 20–25 °C (68–77 °F). The highest temperature recorded was 30.5 °C (86.9 °F) in the Eastern fjords in 1939. How hot does it get in Iceland in the summer? The average temperature during the […]

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Do you need to speak Spanish to work in Barcelona?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

If you don’t speak Spanish, you may be limited to hotel jobs in Barcelona, or to bars and restaurants (waitressing, dishwashing, food delivery). You can apply for a job in telesales, as an English teacher in Spain, or as an au pair if you have a good command of English. Can I get a job […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Barcelona, Spain

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