Thank you Clayton for sending us this picture of your U Crate 100's in sunny California all ready for collection and shipping over to our probably not so sunny UPakWeShip EU office in Rotterdam before delivering to your new home in Denmark. If you have a lump sum relocation budget,...
For most, moving abroad is something which will take a lot of time and consideration. Whilst we may wish we could up and leave, there may be mortgages, children and jobs to consider. Plus, if it were that easy, wouldn’t everyone be hopping on planes to move country? If you’ve...
Here is Mr Williams with his nicely packed and loaded pallets. They are about to be collected by tail lift truck and brought to Charleston SC where UPakWeShip USA will load it into a 40 foot shipping container with lots of other peoples pallets and U Crates going to...
For Americans and Brits alike, life over the pond is an intriguing, same-but-different adventure many are drawn to. Much like looking into one of those morphing mirrors at a fairground, you recognize aspects of yourself, but also it’s completely different. If you’re American, you may think you know the UK....
It's fair to say the UK is currently quaking under its landmark general election last night. But whatever you think of the new Prime Minister, it's clear that Brexit will be happening. The topic of Brexit has been a bit of a taboo over the last three years - but...
If you mention to friends and family you’re moving to the UK, Scotland is often overlooked. Somehow people forget the United Kingdom compromises four countries, and not just, y'know, London. With mountains for miles, the UK’s best capital (less pollution but as much history) and a lot of ginger beards,...
When moving abroad, it’s inevitable that you’ll experience some form of culture shock. Culture shock is the experience of moving to an alien environment in which the unfamiliarity leads to an increase in anxiety and nerves. After the initial excitement of arriving in your new country, it can take weeks,...
Portugal has become a hotspot for both American and European expats, but it often remains a vacation-home destination, rather than a permanent residence. This makes Portugal the perfect place for an authentic, European experience. Situated on the border of Spain, and renowned for its welcoming culture, it’s little wonder you’re...
Reasons to move abroad vary from person to person, and if you move abroad alone, your priorities will differ to someone in a relationship or with a family. Whilst others are out looking for the best school districts, you’ll most likely be looking for cities with the best expat communities or...
If there were a prize for moving abroad as a young, single adult, I think I may be in the running. Since turning 18, I’ve lived in France, Italy, Australia, the UK and only three weeks ago, I packed up and headed to the US. When you’re young with no...