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Belgium

Economics

 

30th

1st

Overall

BE

17th

Income

BE

15th

Disposable income

BE

19th

Higher quality accommodation

BE

10th

Domestic helper/staff

BE

11th

Swimming pool

BE

18th

More than one property

BE

18th

Nicer Cars

BE

16th

Boat or yacht

BE

6th

More luxurious holidays

BE

20th

Healthcare

BE

14th

Experience

 

30th

1st

Overall

BE

17th

Organising school for my children

BE

20th

Organising finances

BE

18th

Organising healthcare

BE

23rd

Finding accommodation

BE

12th

Learning the local language

BE

20th

Getting used to local food

BE

15th

Local weather

BE

29th

Making friends

BE

22nd

Local work culture

BE

13th

Setting up utilities

BE

26th

Fitting in the new culture

BE

24th

Local transport

BE

6th

Enjoying local food

BE

6th

Local culture

BE

10th

Using the local language

BE

14th

Making local friends

BE

29th

Integrating into the community

BE

29th

Feeling welcome at work

BE

6th

Local shops and markets

BE

5th

Social life

BE

11th

Sports

BE

24th

Working environment

BE

8th

Work / life balance

BE

24th

Entertainment

BE

13th

Quality of accommodation

BE

15th

Commuting

BE

20th

Travelling more

BE

15th

Healthcare access and quality

BE

6th

Healthy diet

BE

8th

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