From: christina torres [mailto:papaco95@]
Sent: Monday, November 01, 2010 4:36 PM
To: Eric
Subject: Re: 10-09-016-20 – Shipment Confirmed On Board

Thanks Eric (: do you know the ETA of arrival at Spain (Cadiz) ? 

You guys are doing a great job thanks so much!

There are a lot of great restaurants to choose from when you are moving to Zurich.

Get ready to loosen your belt buckle one notch while you eat your way through your new country.

Kronenhalle is fantastic restaurant in Zurich that is known for serving delicious meals in a relaxed atmosphere.

When you are moving to Switzerland with IntlMOVE, this is a place you will want to see to learn who’s who in Zurich’s society.

This restaurant serves local food and international favorites.

The Swiss, Bavarian and classic cuisine has been famous around the world since this restaurants opening in 1862.

The waiters are dressed formally in black and white suits, so you will feel like you are dining in a true place of luxury. 

Although the price tag of dinner might be a little bit expensive, Kronenhalle manages to offer a laid back atmosphere.

This is not to say that you can go dressed in sneakers and shorts.

Make sure IntlMOVE ships your clothes to Switzerland that are acceptable for formal meals.

The service at Kronenhalle is unparalleled.

The staff is attentive without being overbearing. 

After enjoying the food, you will want to stick around and enjoy the art.

Works by Picasso, Miro, Chagall, Matisse and many more artists adorn the walls of Kronenhalle.

Some of the amazing artworks were given to the original restaurant owner for payment for meals.

In fact, Picasso was one of these artists who used his talents to pay for his meals.

Dining in a restaurant that also serves as a top gallery is an experience you won’t want to miss when moving to Switzerland. 

When you are given the menu, you will likely have a difficult time deciding what to eat.

Make sure you try appetizers, a main course and desserts!

You won’t want to miss out on anything as your experience a restaurant that has withstood the test of time. 

Try the clear oxtail soup to start.

The bone marrow soup, which is a buttery concoction of bone marrow in clear broth, is also delicious.

If you want something a little heartier, the asparagus in cream sauce over pastry is divine.

The sweetbreads are also a great way to start your meal.

The wine list is extensive, so ask your server for recommendations if you are not a wine connoisseur.  

You can try a number of favorite dishes for your main course, or the special of the day.

The specials vary and can range from tender roast beef to other specialties prepared by the well-known chef.

The veal in morel sauce is the recommended dish and the salmon is also a favorite among restaurants patrons.

Another dish to try is the lamb, which is carved at the table.

The satiating flavors of all the main courses will keep you coming back for more.

After you have completed your meal, try the chocolate mousse with double cream for dessert. 

When you are moving to Switzerland, trust IntlMOVE as your international movers of choice.

Am settling, slowly.
Will soon have saved enough to bring my car across, so that’s my next thing to do.
The Intlmove experience was ok, things arrived safe & sound.
 Thanks for your help.

Rene

From: nadjausa [mailto:nadjausa@]
Sent: Sunday, October 10, 2010 2:44 PM
To: Frank
Subject: Relocation from Lake Worth, Fl to Idstein, Germany 09-07-031-27

hi frank,

the move was good, everything went smoothly. the movers did a really good job, made sure everything was there and handled each item with care.
if i had to move again over seas i would definately call you! thank you nadja

From: Jean-Emmanuel Sarry [mailto:jesarry@]
Sent: Saturday, October 02, 2010 5:53 PM
To: Frank
Cc: jean-emmanuel.sarry@
Subject: Thank you

Dear Frank,

I would like to let you know everything was fine at the destination. They
did a good job here. Even if it was a long wait, we really appreciated to work with
you and your company.

All the best,

Jean-Emmanuel
–
Jean-Emmanuel Sarry PhD
Division of Hematology & Oncology
University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine
BRB II/III, 421 Curie Bld, Rm 731
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Vigeland Park is located in Oslo, Norway and is home to over 190 sculptures.
Vigeland Park is actually a smaller area located within Frogner Park and covers about 80 acres.
The theme of the park focuses on the life and relationships and each of the sculptures were created by Gustav Vigeland.

The beautiful landscapes, the hundred meter bridge and the majestic waterfall make Vigeland Park a fairytale-like setting.
The bridge is lined with granite sculptures of people that are expressing different stages and emotions in life.
There are different sections to the park, which represent different themes, that are located along an 850 meter axis.
The different sections include The Wheel of Life, The Monolith Plateau, The Fountain, The Children’s Playground and The Main Gate.

The Main Gate, which was made with granite and wrought iron, is also the entrance to Vigeland Park.
There are five large gates, two smaller gates and two gate houses that are topped with copper roofs and weather vanes.
The original Main Gate section of the park was designed in 1926 with the financial help of Norwegian Bank.
It was redesigned in the 1930s and erected in 1942.

The Bridge, which is 328 feet long, is home to 58 sculptures that make up Vigeland Park.
The sculptures are all covered in bronze to add an extra level of beauty to the park.
The Angry Boy is the park’s most well-known statue.
This part of Vigeland Park was open in 1940, so park guests could view the sculptures while the rest of the park was completed.

After you cross over The Bride, you will come to the Children’s Playground.
There are eight bronze statues in this section of the park.
In the center of the Children’s Playground, you will find a pond with a granite column depicting a fetus.

The Fountain represents death bringing new life.
This theme is communicated by children and skeletons in the arms of giant trees.
The monument featured at the fountain was created by Vigeland from 1906 to 1947.

The Monolith Plateau, which is a totem sculpture, represents the circle of life.
The Monolith Plateau was erected on a base that was designed with stairs to create a platform.
Construction of the Monolith began in 1924, but it was not completed until 1944.
The figure was designed with 121 people reaching towards the sky to become closer to being spiritual.

The Wheel of Life is a symbol of eternity.
It was designed with four people and a baby that are peacefully floating together.
The path from the cradle to the grave was the inspiration for this sculpture.

When you are moving to Norway with IntlMOVE, make sure you stop by the famous Vigeland Sculpure Park.
You can admire the great works that took decades to complete while admiring the respect for life that the creator wanted to convey.
When you are ready to move to Norway for a new job or to retire, contact IntlMOVE to ship all of your household goods.

There are also a number of gorgeous architectural feats in Austria that make it a very desirable place to live.

Schönbrunn Palace is a prime example of a stunning building that exemplifies the beauty of Austria. 

Visiting Schönbrunn Palace

Make sure IntlMOVE ships your comfy shoes along with the rest of your household goods, because you will be doing a lot of walking at Schönbrunn Palace.

Schönbrunn Palace is former imperial residence and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The beautiful attraction is located in Vienna, Austria and is one of the major tourist attractions in the country. 

In 1548, Katterburg Mansion was built where Schönbrunn Palace currently stands.

It was used as hunting grounds in 1569, when Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian II bought the property.

Eleonore Gonzaga built a palace on the grounds from 1638 to 1643. 

Although the Schönbrunn Palace is extremely beautiful, the gardens located on the property are equally as noteworthy.

There is a sculpted garden that lies between the palace and Neptune Fountain, which is named the Great Parterre.

There are 32 sculptures lining the Great Parterre.

A maze is located in the French Garden, which can be a lot of fun when visiting the Austrian palace’s grounds. 

There is even a zoo located on the grounds, which has been in existence since 1752.

An orangery was built in 1755, which is similar to a greenhouse, but housed citrus trees as the name demonstrates.

A Palm house is also built on the western part of the property.

In 1828, a stunning botanical garden was redesigned.

Offices and restaurants were opened in 2009 at Schönbrunn Palace. 

Near the palace, you will find the Gloriette structure that sits on a hill.

The building is not used as a place for visitors to view the city and they can also dine at the café.

In 1778, the Ruin of Carthage was constructed.

This structure is now known as the Roman Ruin and was designed by Johann Ferdinand Hetzendorf von Hohenberg.

This structure was built to resemble the Ancient Roman temple of Vespasian and Titus.

The Roman Ruin was constructed with a pool that is enclosed by a large arch and walls. 

There is much more to see at Schönbrunn Palace and you can learn more about the history of the Austrian structure when you visit.

There are over 2 million visitors per year to the Schönbrunn Palace.

Although the palace is beautiful all year long, try to go in the summer when all the gardens are in full bloom.

If you are moving to Austria, you can visit the Schönbrunn Palace during all the seasons to see how the beautifully manicured gardens change throughout the seasons.   

When  moving to Austria with IntlMOVE, you can see many historical attractions throughout the country.

There are many palaces, museums and other tourist destinations.

However, none are quite as beautiful as Schönbrunn Palace.

Moving to Italy excites many people because of the food, the beautiful language, architecture and the culture that Italy is known for throughout the world. 

Italian Culture

Italy leads the world in the number of UNESCO World Heritage sites that are located in Italy.

There are 44 venues in Italy that are currently on the list.

Italy has a long history of having radical influences on the world as it was home to the Renaissance and Baroque movements. 

Italian is the official language of the country with over 90 percent of the country speaking the language.

Needless to say, it is imperative to learn the language when you move to Italy.

If you are attending school in Italy, or if you are moving for a new job, you will need to speak Italian. 

Families are very important in Italy.

When you are part of an Italian family, you are expected to support each other emotionally and financially.

In northern Italy, you will find that nuclear families live together.

In southern Italy, you will find that extended families often reside together in one home.

Fashion is extremely important to Italians.

They often feel that Americans dress sloppy, so make sure that IntlMOVE ships all of your best clothes to Italy.

Italians have the tendency to judge people and their social status by the way they dress, so it is very important to always look your best.

Even if you cannot afford designer brands, you can still look nice.

Always wear belts with your jeans and never wear flip flops.

Dark colored suits are expected to be worn at work and try to wear accessories that accentuate your outfits. 

Although church attendance is low, Catholicism plays an extremely important role in Italian culture.

Each day of the year is associated with a saint and each person is named after a saint.

People in Italy celebrate the day of the saint they were named after like it is their birthday.

You will also find that religious symbols, like crosses, decorate buildings and public places. 

Jobs in Italy

If you are moving to Italy for a new job, you might be employed by one of the famous fashion houses, a line of luxury cars or any number of luxury goods.

Italy is known for its brand names!

Technology and media are industries that have really taken a lead in the Italian economy.

No matter what job you have accepted in Italy, you can trust IntlMOVE to ship all of your household goods overseas to help you settle into your new country. 

Italian Benefits

Taxes can be tricky in Italy, so you need to consult with your human resources department and an international accountant to make sure you have all of your ducks in a row.

When you start paying taxes in Italy, you will likely be eligible for the state benefits.

You may be eligible for health insurance, maternity benefits and other family allowances.

Again, you will want to check with your employer to discuss what benefits are available to you. 

Shipping your household goods to Italy is the easy part of your international move.

All you need to do is call IntlMOVE to take care of the international shipment.

Hire the experts when you ship your household goods overseas, so make sure to contact IntlMOVE to ship your household goods to Germany.

However, there is a lot more to an international move than just shipping your household goods. 

Things to do Right Away

As soon as you find out you are moving to Germany, have 10 passport photos made.

You will need two for your passport, two for your 30-day German visa, three for your permanent Germany visa and the rest for additional IDs you may need. 

If you are moving to Germany for a new job, stay on top of your new company to file all the necessary paperwork to obtain your German visa.

If you are moving to Germany as a student, talk to your university to find out exactly what you need to do to make sure all of your paperwork is in place.

You will be required to do some of the paperwork yourself, so make sure you follow the directions exactly.

Any mistakes can mean long waiting periods and setbacks.

Call your nearest German consulate to make sure all the forms are up-to-date on the website.

The German consulate will also be able to help you with any questions you have.

Before you contact the consulate to get your visa, you need to make sure your employer or your university has done their parts and sent the necessary paperwork to the consulate.

 Networking

Before you move to Germany, tell all of your friends and family about your move.

You never know who has contacts in Germany that can help make your move to Germany easier.

Having contacts in Germany can be priceless!

They can help you find a place to live and can provide community support when you arrive in your new country.

You will want to know people when you move overseas so you have people to hang out with and explore your new country.

You can also network with other expats in Germany through online expat networks. 

Learning your Way around Germany

When you are moving to Germany, you will want to learn your way around your new city as soon as possible.

You can research all the things to do in your new city online, or you can purchase a travel book.

Read through these websites and books to find out great places to visit, where to go shopping, public transportation and much more valuable information. 

Learn the Language

Although a lot of people in Germany speak English, many do not speak English.

You will not truly enjoy all the Germany has to offer until you learn the language.

This will help you meet people, do better at your job and get a real feel for the culture of Germany. 

Banks and Mailing Addresses

When you move to Germany, you will want to keep your ties to the United States if you plan on moving back to your home country.

Keep a banking account in the United States that offers online banking.

This will help you pay all of the bills you are maintaining in the United States.

You will also want to keep a U.S. postal address in case you need to receive mail in your home country.

You can ask friends and family to receive mail for you or you can get a P.O. Box. 

Shipping Household Goods and Furniture

You will want to ship all of your household good to Germany because most apartments come unfurnished.

Unfurnished apartments in Germany usually mean that appliances, cabinets and lighting fixtures are not included.

Make sure IntlMOVE ships all of your personal effects that you will need overseas.

You need to be aware that appliances and electronics will not work without converters.

Germany has seasons, so IntlMOVE will need to ship your summer and winter clothing. 

When you are ready to ship your household goods to Germany, log onto the IntlMOVE website to get your free online international shipping quote.

This fictional character written about in adventurous children’s stories by Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren was named Pippilotta Delicatessa Windowshade Mackrelmint Efraim’s Daughter Longstocking by Astrid’s daughter.

In short the character is named Pippi Långstrump— but this depends on where you are from.

The stories have sold more than 40 million copies and generated numerous films and television series adaptations.  

The stories have even been translated into more than 62 languages, including English, where the character’s name translates to Pippi Longstocking. 

The story of Pippi Longstocking

The Pippi Longstocking story is a favorite among Swedish children.

When you move to Sweden with IntlMOVE, you can teach your children about Swedish culture by introducing them to the stories.

Nine-year-old Pippi Longstocking lived in a Swedish town along an orchard with her pet horse and monkey, Mr. Nilsson.

Her father, Captain Longstocking, bought Pippi the villa cottage so that she could have a stable home rather than a rugged life at sea.  

Pippi and Captain Longstocking traveled the world together before he was lost at sea.

While everyone knew that the captain passed away, Pippi believed her father washed ashore and had become an island king somewhere. 

So, there she lived in the cottage awaiting his return.

Pippi didn’t have many possessions, just a box full of gold coins and a huge chest with many drawers filled with various treasures she collected with her father on their travels.

She wore a tattered blue dress that she made herself, along with mismatched knee-high stockings and big shoes. 

Although Pippi had bad manners and poor education, she was quite intelligent and had a pure heart.

She soon befriended two children, Tommy and Annika, who lived next door.

The three had many adventures together.

Pippi was always full of crazy ideas that would get them in-and-out of trouble. 

Throughout their wild journeys each child remained safe because Pippi had extraordinary strength, which she inherited from her father. 

As a young child she was known to be an extraordinary sailor who was far tougher than any of her father’s crewmates.

When Pippi wanted to ride her horse she commonly picked him up over the orchard’s fence with her bare hands.  

In her adventures in the South Seas, the sharks and pirates proved to be no match for the strongest girl in the world. 

Ironically, Pippi’s father, Captain Longstocking, washed ashore upon a South Sea island known as Kurrekurredutt Isle and was king among the native people.

The king eventually returned to Sweden to bring Pippi to the island.

However, she was attached to her home and friends so she continued to live in the villa cottage.

Pippi and her friends continued their adventures and took trips with King Longstocking, including one to Kurrekurredutt Isle where Pippi was named Princess Pippilotta. 

Even though the Pippi Longstocking stories originated in Sweden, they have become popular worldwide.

When you move to Sweden with IntlMOVE, make sure you introduce your daughters to the girl who knew how to have fun and believed in pursuing her dreams.