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League Table (based on 2012 results)

Spain

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Learn some Spanish before you come and make the most of being outdoors

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Japan

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The people here are so friendly and go out their way to help you, even if they speak limited English. I feel welcome here

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Spain

Japan

Economics

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30^th

1^st

Overall

22^nd

16^th

Income

25^th

8^th

Disposable income

25^th

17^th

Higher quality accommodation

22^nd

28^th

Domestic helper/staff

21^st

19^th

Swimming pool

5^th

21^st

More than one property

6^th

28^th

Nicer Cars

14^th

28^th

Boat or yacht

7^th

30^th

More luxurious holidays

25^th

15^th

Healthcare

9^th

25^th

Experience

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30^th

1^st

Overall

3^rd

26^th

Organising school for my children

1^st

28^th

Organising finances

17^th

29^th

Organising healthcare

20^th

25^th

Finding accommodation

8^th

13^th

Learning the local language

10^th

25^th

Getting used to local food

1^st

22^nd

Local weather

2^nd

27^th

Making friends

20^th

9^th

Local work culture

21^st

29^th

Setting up utilities

25^th

20^th

Fitting in the new culture

5^th

28^th

Local transport

13^th

18^th

Enjoying local food

1^st

10^th

Local culture

1^st

5^th

Using the local language

1^st

7^th

Making local friends

5^th

23^rd

Integrating into the community

7^th

27^th

Feeling welcome at work

24^th

17^th

Local shops and markets

1^st

18^th

Social life

6^th

17^th

Sports

6^th

16^th

Working environment

4^th

27^th

Work / life balance

1^st

30^th

Entertainment

2^nd

27^th

Quality of accommodation

25^th

22^nd

Commuting

8^th

30^th

Travelling more

25^th

11^th

Healthcare access and quality

14^th

23^rd

Healthy diet

1^st

7^th

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