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Kuwait

Economics

 

30th

1st

Overall

KW

28th

Income

KW

24th

Disposable income

KW

29th

Higher quality accommodation

KW

18th

Domestic helper/staff

KW

20th

Swimming pool

KW

27th

More than one property

KW

27th

Nicer Cars

KW

4th

Boat or yacht

KW

22nd

More luxurious holidays

KW

27th

Healthcare

KW

21st

Experience

 

30th

1st

Overall

KW

28th

Organising school for my children

KW

23rd

Organising finances

KW

22nd

Organising healthcare

KW

24th

Finding accommodation

KW

27th

Learning the local language

KW

12th

Getting used to local food

KW

26th

Local weather

KW

30th

Making friends

KW

24th

Local work culture

KW

16th

Setting up utilities

KW

13th

Fitting in the new culture

KW

20th

Local transport

KW

26th

Enjoying local food

KW

26th

Local culture

KW

28th

Using the local language

KW

23rd

Making local friends

KW

21st

Integrating into the community

KW

18th

Feeling welcome at work

KW

27th

Local shops and markets

KW

21st

Social life

KW

23rd

Sports

KW

27th

Working environment

KW

18th

Work / life balance

KW

11th

Entertainment

KW

22nd

Quality of accommodation

KW

20th

Commuting

KW

18th

Travelling more

KW

29th

Healthcare access and quality

KW

13th

Healthy diet

KW

25th

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