Top 3 Expat Havens Expatriate or “expat” is a term used to indicate a person either temporarily or permanently living in a country other than the one where he or she is a citizen. There are a number of reasons why people become expatriates such as professionals sent abroad by their companies or governments for work purposes, those seeking a different lifestyle and culture from which they’ve become accustomed to, or others who have fallen
Written by Jenn Cosgrove Pack Up Your Troubles and Groove on Down the Road No matter where you’re moving, across town or across the country, moving can be a lot to deal with (side note: we make it easier!). Turn up the tunes to make your move better. Music can inspire a sense of motivation and reflection. It can help you focus when the task at hand seems almost too big to tackle. When you’re
Written by Jenn Cosgrove Superyachts of the Super Rich It is the ultimate status symbol for the world’s super rich, the superyacht. Sales are soaring across the world. At Schumacher, we’ve come across some beautiful yachts as we help people move overseas (to France, the United Kingdom, Asia and beyond). Here are just a handful of some of the largest, most lavish sea toys on the planet. Lady Moura First launched in 1990, the Lady
Written by Jenn Cosgrove 10 Tips for Effective Packing So you’re moving…again. Whether you’re a first-time mover or seasoned pro, packing up an entire house can seem like an overwhelming task. Here are some tried-and-true suggestions by experienced movers to help make your moving day less stressful than it has to be. Pack an overnight bag for each member of the family as if you’re going on a weekend vacation. Odds are you’ll be too tired to
As experienced overseas furniture movers and household goods shippers, over the years we have packed and moved many furniture items, some of which we found quite interesting and unusual. Below is a list of unique furniture items which caught our attention. http://www.toxel.com/tech/2010/07/22/14-cool-and-unusual-pianos/ 20 Unusual Modern Table Designs http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/top-31-unique-beds-super-gallery 35 of the Most Unique & Creative Sofa Designs http://www.demilked.com/creative-and-modern-chairs-2/ What is the most unusual furniture item you possess? Send us your thoughts
