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League Table (based on 2011 results)

Belgium

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Belgium

Economics

31^st

1^st

Overall

22^nd

Income

23^rd

Disposable income

20^th

Nicer/bigger property

17^th

Domestic helper/staff

19^th

Swimming pool

25^th

More than one property

13^th

Nicer Cars

14^th

Boat or yacht

9^th

More luxurious holidays

26^th

Healthcare

2^nd

Experience

31^st

1^st

Overall

9^th

Organising school for my children

6^th

Organising finances

10^th

Organising healthcare

19^th

Finding accommodation

21^st

Learning the local language

18^th

Getting used to local food

18^th

Local weather

23^rd

Making friends

28^th

Local work culture

19^th

Setting up utilities

17^th

Fitting in the new culture

24^th

Local transport

4^th

Enjoying local food

9^th

Local culture

19^th

Using the local language

15^th

Making local friends

27^th

Integrating into the community

27^th

Feeling welcome at work

21^st

Local shops and markets

9^th

Social life

26^th

Sports

15^th

Working environment

3^rd

Work / life balance

15^th

Entertainment

13^th

Quality of accommodation

11^th

Commuting

13^th

Travelling more

2^nd

Healthcare access and quality

2^nd

Healthy diet

18^th

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