The Invisible Work of Building a Life Abroad

The Invisible Work of Building a Life Abroad

You packed the boxes, signed the papers, and checked every practical detail. But even with everything in place, a few months (or years) in, something starts to feel off. Not dramatically wrong, just harder than you expected. You are exhausted in ways that don't match your calendar and irritable with no obvious reason. Skills that [...]

Preparing for the big move. The ultimate guide from the professional organiser & the relocation agent

Preparing for the big move. The ultimate guide from the professional organiser & the relocation agent

By Helena Zachariassen, Home & Lifestyle EditorPreparing to move, especially if it involves an international move, is a giant project. There's no denying it. It takes time, energy, and a loot of effort, even with the external help of a relocation agent and a professional organiser like myself. Yet, it doesn't have to be overwhelming [...]

My Swiss Life: All you need to know to move to Switzerland + Setting Up Home

My Swiss Life: All you need to know to move to Switzerland + Setting Up Home

First things first, I hope youโ€™re enjoying the posts in the โ€œMy Swiss Lifeโ€ series. Itโ€™s close to my heart and is definitely more than a peak into my new life. Moving changes life more than one can imagine. While I did my planning, one can never really be a 100% prepared. It is the [...]