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Netherlands

Economics

 

30th

1st

Overall

NL

26th

Income

NL

30th

Disposable income

NL

24th

Higher quality accommodation

NL

23rd

Domestic helper/staff

NL

22nd

Swimming pool

NL

29th

More than one property

NL

24th

Nicer Cars

NL

22nd

Boat or yacht

NL

24th

More luxurious holidays

NL

14th

Healthcare

NL

7th

Experience

 

30th

1st

Overall

NL

19th

Organising school for my children

NL

15th

Organising finances

NL

21st

Organising healthcare

NL

15th

Finding accommodation

NL

25th

Learning the local language

NL

24th

Getting used to local food

NL

28th

Local weather

NL

22nd

Making friends

NL

30th

Local work culture

NL

25th

Setting up utilities

NL

27th

Fitting in the new culture

NL

27th

Local transport

NL

9th

Enjoying local food

NL

19th

Local culture

NL

21st

Using the local language

NL

10th

Making local friends

NL

27th

Integrating into the community

NL

20th

Feeling welcome at work

NL

22nd

Local shops and markets

NL

12th

Social life

NL

24th

Sports

NL

8th

Working environment

NL

20th

Work / life balance

NL

10th

Entertainment

NL

10th

Quality of accommodation

NL

24th

Commuting

NL

17th

Travelling more

NL

12th

Healthcare access and quality

NL

10th

Healthy diet

NL

11th

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