What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Luxembourg. They wrote...
"The biggest challenge we faced was trying to figure out how to shop and save money! In the beginning, our grocery budget doubled! Everything is VERY expensive here! New friends have helped us find the good and affordable ways to shop by going to Germany, France and Belgium on a regular basis. It's pretty cheap to take the train or bus. We go to Germany several times a month for everything from our washer (delivered and installed), to clothes, food and most recently Christmas gifts. We use Ikea in Beligum as well which is literally just over the border. Our country is so small, that within about 30 minutes in any direction, we can be in another country--so cool! Shopping outside of Luxembourg is the most common and widely shared "secret" to saving money," said a member in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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"Expats in Luxembourg often find the local culture to be quite different from what they are used to. The language barrier can be a challenge, as Luxembourgish is the official language, and many locals do not speak English. Additionally, the cost of living in Luxembourg is high, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the high prices. Furthermore, the local culture is quite formal, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the more formal way of interacting with people. Finally, the local culture is quite conservative, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the more traditional values and customs," remarked another expat who made the move to Luxembourg.
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What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Luxembourg, newcomers to Luxembourg would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
