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Mindful Mimi recounts arriving in glamorous Paris for work. She returns to find Luxembourg a changed country despite itself, and the more international place to work.

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Pop art in Cologne, the Edinburgh festivals, rock in Paris, Africa Days in Vienna and the Notting Hill Carnival in London.



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09/04/2010 Fast food & pronunciation fun part I: I vould like a chissbourgah

German McDonald's logo 'Lovely in Lux' Libby dispels the myth that McDonald's is a safe haven for native English speakers abroad. If you want that Big Mac,...

23/01/2010 Learning languages in Luxembourg

Being new to Luxembourg can be confusing since the linguistic situation is not that simple. There are three administrative languages: French,...

23/01/2010 Luxembourgish: A few useful phrases

Just moved to Luxembourg and wondering what that strange language is that you hear in the supermarket? Here are some everyday phrases.

30/12/2009 How can online supplements aid your learning?

There is a wealth of tools on the internet to help language learners, but can they really help wth your language study?

16/12/2009 Can I learn a language on my own?

Our language expert Laura explains learning strategies to be able to study successfully on your own.

18/11/2009 Making progress in learning a language

It is easy to lose enthusiasm when learning a language, here Laura looks at ways to keep active and make fast progress.

01/07/2009 Thoughts on language and the 'Great Belgian Divide'

"Gradually, foreign sounds find nesting places in your vocabulary and once entrenched, it becomes hard to remember what it was like before they...

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Starting a business in Luxembourg

Starting a business in Luxembourg

Starting a new business can be all the more complex in a foreign country. Here are some pointers on setting up a business in Luxembourg.

The Luxembourg income tax system

The Luxembourg income tax system

Based on average income statistics and the income tax rate, the standard of living in Luxembourg is relatively high. The tax rate for individuals is one of the lowest in Europe.

Banking in Luxembourg

Banking in Luxembourg

Here is a list of some of the many banks based in Luxembourg.

Management culture in Luxembourg

Management culture in Luxembourg

This handy guide from Expertise in Labour Mobility includes information on business hierarchy, negotiations and etiquette.