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Is English used in Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The vast majority of Norwegians speak English in addition to Norwegian – and generally on a very high level. Many university degree programmes and courses are taught in English. How common is English spoken in Norway? English is commonly spoken in Norway as a second language with 90% of Norwegians speaking it. This would mean […]

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How much does a pizza cost in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In 2018, consumers had to spent on average 84.89 Swedish kronor for a Vesuvio pizza from a pizzeria in Sweden’s capital Stockholm. Average pizza prices were also very high in Umeå, Norrköping and Uppsala. How much does a meal cost in Sweden? Some typical costs for Sweden are: Hostel dorm: 220 SEK. Mid-range restaurant meal: […]

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Why do people move out of Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

They leave Finland because of poor employment opportunities and future prospects. This has been happening for a long time. Finns were moving to North America 100 years ago and to Sweden after World War II – in both cases because growing economies needed factory workers. Why do people emigrate from Finland? Finland has traditionally been […]

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Which city has highest salary in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The South pays the highest average salary in Germany The top 3 large cities in the South also boast the highest paid salaries. Frankfurt am Main accounts for the largest average gross salary at €66.529, followed by Stuttgart (€66.174) and Munich (€65.164). Which is the richest city in Germany? List of German cities by GDP […]

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Is Barcelona under Spain?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Barcelona (/ˌbɑːrsəˈloʊnə/ BAR-sə-LOH-nə, Catalan: [bəɾsəˈlonə], Spanish: [baɾθeˈlona]) is a city on the coast of northeastern Spain. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second most populous municipality of Spain. Is Barcelona and Spain the same? Barcelona is known as the capital of Catalonia and Madrid […]

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Is Paris more expensive than Berlin?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Cost of living in Paris (France) is 33% more expensive than in Berlin (Germany) Is Berlin cheaper than Paris? Berlin is 22.6% cheaper than Paris. Is France more expensive than Germany? Although the prices aren’t dramatically different, France is slightly more expensive than Germany, particularly in cities like Paris or along the coast.Even transportation is […]

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How bad is crime in Barcelona?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Barcelona is as safe as it gets for tourists in a popular European city. Pickpocketing and petty theft is the biggest safety issue. Luckily, visitors normally don’t experience any violent crime. Is Barcelona high crime? The historic centre of Barcelona has the highest crime rate in Catalonia: 40 crimes per 100 inhabitants in 2016, from […]

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What holiday tradition is found in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

That’s exactly how Icelandic people celebrate Christmas each year. This tradition is known as Jolabokaflod, which translates roughly to “Christmas book flood” in English. Jolabokaflod started during World War II, when paper was one of the few things not rationed in Iceland. What are some holiday traditions in Iceland? Icelandic Holidays, Traditions & Celebrations Fyrsti […]

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Is it easy to get PR in Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

After you have resided on a continuous basis in Finland for a minimum of four years after graduation, you may already be eligible for permanent residency in the country. Usually, this can happen when you have been working in the country continuously and haven’t resided in another country for long periods of time. How can […]

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Is Barcelona good city to live in?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Barcelona has a lot to offer. In fact, it may be one of the best places to live in Spain as an expat (if not the best). And there is no doubt about it. Nevertheless, there may be several downsides you should consider before choosing it as your new residence. Is Barcelona a nice city […]

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What do kids drink in the Netherlands?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most popular beverages for children in the Netherlands 2017 When asked what kind of beverages they give their children, the majority of the respondents to this survey said they give their children water, milk and lemonade. What is the most popular drink in the Netherlands? jeneverThere are many drinks that can be described as typically […]

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What is the crime rate in Frankfurt Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Crime rates in Frankfurt, Germany Level of crime 48.47 Moderate Problem people using or dealing drugs 64.84 High Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft 50.78 Moderate Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery 40.26 Moderate Problem corruption and bribery 32.03 Low How safe is Frankfurt? OVERALL RISK : MEDIUM. When the […]

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What is the racial makeup of Florence SC?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Florence Demographics White: 47.66% Black or African American: 47.57% Asian: 2.28% Two or more races: 1.48% Is Florence SC diverse? The 5 largest ethnic groups in Florence, SC are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (47.2%), White (Non-Hispanic) (46.4%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (2.28%), White (Hispanic) (1.29%), and Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (1.18%).98.8% of the residents in Florence, SC are […]

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Can I move to Berlin without a job?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

If you’re moving to Germany without a job and you can’t speak German, it’s important to recognise that there are now two factors working against you.Special visas are granted for learning German, allowing you to legally work in a part-time job for a modest number of hours a week while you learn. How can I […]

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Is Rome in Italy or France?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

(in French) Seule Paris est digne de Rome; seule Rome est digne de Paris. (in Italian) Solo Parigi è degna di Roma; solo Roma è degna di Parigi. “Only Paris is worthy of Rome; only Rome is worthy of Paris.”Country comparison. Official name French Republic Italian Republic Capital city Paris Rome Is Rome considered Italy? […]

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