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Switzerland

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Switzerland

Economics

31^st

1^st

Overall

5^th

Income

3^rd

Disposable income

10^th

Nicer/bigger property

22^nd

Domestic helper/staff

20^th

Swimming pool

18^th

More than one property

9^th

Nicer Cars

17^th

Boat or yacht

1^st

More luxurious holidays

20^th

Healthcare

7^th

Experience

31^st

1^st

Overall

14^th

Organising school for my children

11^th

Organising finances

8^th

Organising healthcare

18^th

Finding accommodation

31^st

Learning the local language

28^th

Getting used to local food

14^th

Local weather

10^th

Making friends

27^th

Local work culture

12^th

Setting up utilities

8^th

Fitting in the new culture

20^th

Local transport

3^rd

Enjoying local food

25^th

Local culture

14^th

Using the local language

13^th

Making local friends

28^th

Integrating into the community

26^th

Feeling welcome at work

10^th

Local shops and markets

11^th

Social life

29^th

Sports

9^th

Working environment

6^th

Work / life balance

9^th

Entertainment

24^th

Quality of accommodation

15^th

Commuting

6^th

Travelling more

19^th

Healthcare access and quality

8^th

Healthy diet

12^th

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