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Germany

Economics

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30th

1st

Overall

DE

19th

Income

DE

20th

Disposable income

DE

18th

Higher quality accommodation

DE

7th

Domestic helper/staff

DE

24th

Swimming pool

DE

23rd

More than one property

DE

25th

Nicer Cars

DE

9th

Boat or yacht

DE

21st

More luxurious holidays

DE

13th

Healthcare

DE

2nd

Experience

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30th

1st

Overall

DE

8th

Organising school for my children

DE

17th

Organising finances

DE

12th

Organising healthcare

DE

13th

Finding accommodation

DE

21st

Learning the local language

DE

11th

Getting used to local food

DE

12th

Local weather

DE

15th

Making friends

DE

28th

Local work culture

DE

12th

Setting up utilities

DE

16th

Fitting in the new culture

DE

17th

Local transport

DE

5th

Enjoying local food

DE

13th

Local culture

DE

13th

Using the local language

DE

4th

Making local friends

DE

18th

Integrating into the community

DE

6th

Feeling welcome at work

DE

8th

Local shops and markets

DE

4th

Social life

DE

21st

Sports

DE

15th

Working environment

DE

10th

Work / life balance

DE

14th

Entertainment

DE

11th

Quality of accommodation

DE

10th

Commuting

DE

14th

Travelling more

DE

10th

Healthcare access and quality

DE

4th

Healthy diet

DE

21st

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