Tips for Moving to Uruguay with IntlMOVE
When you are moving to Uruguay, IntlMOVE can ship all of your household goods and personal effects.
Montevideo is the capital city of Uruguay and also has the most opportunities for new careers and fun ways to spend your free time.
About Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo, Uruguay was founded in 1680.
In 1828, this city was established as a buffer between Argentina and Brazil.
The architecture of the city is very unique and you will find architecture inspired by the British, French, Spanish and Portuguese.
Antique Market
Every Saturday, you can visit the antique market to get some great deals on some great items.
In addition to the antiques, you can purchase jewelry, art, silver and many more unique items.
The market is very easy to find as it basically fills the city!
Beaches
The beautiful white sand beaches of Montevideo are famous throughout South America and the rest of the world.
When you are moving to Uruguay, IntlMOVE can ship your surf boards, paddle boards and the rest of your water gear to your new country.
When you arrive in Uruguay, you will be ready to hit the beaches.
Castillo Viejo Winery
The wine connoisseurs who are moving to Uruguay will want to check out the Castillo Viejo Winery.
When you visit the winery, you will find the staff is warm, inviting and eager for you to try their wines.
There are many red varieties and they also have Sauvignon Blanc.
Catedral Matriz
The Catedral Matriz is a cathedral that was completed in 1804.
When you visit the cathedral, you can learn a lot about the history of Montevideo.
Some of the country’s most important political and religious figures are buried at this location.
You will easily recognize this cathedral as it is known for its unique domed bell towers.
Mercado del Puerto
For all the foodies who are moving to Uruguay, you will want to familiarize yourself with the Mercado del Puerto.
This destination is home to a variety of different restaurants, which are located in an old train station.
The dishes made at the Mercado del Puerto are mainly made from meat and seafood, which are important staples in typical meals made in Uruguay.
Nightlife
Everyone needs a little excitement in their lives, which is why you will always have something to do in Montevideo, Uruguay.
There are casinos to try your chance at luck.
Tango clubs can also be on your agenda to try out your smooth moves.
Fun Fun Bar is a great location to for drinks and a little tango.
Discos are a great place to dance the night away and maybe even meet some new friends.
There are also a number of great restaurants and local bars to enjoy quieter evenings out.
Teatro Solis
This beautiful theatre was opened in 1856 and was a very popular destination in the 1930s.
World famous conductors, composers and other performers visited this theatre frequently.
Today, the theatre is still a great place to visit to learn more about the history of Uruguay.
From time to time, there are cultural events held at the Teatro Solis, so look at the online calendars to see when you can check out one of the events.
There is public transportation in Montevideo, but there are many ways to get where you need to go.
IntlMOVE can even arrange for shipping your car to Uruguay if you will need it when moving abroad.
When you move to Uruguay, IntlMOVE can ship all of your household goods and personal effects.
IntlMOVE, Brazilian Football and the 2014 World Cup
When moving to Brazil with IntlMOVE, you will want to brush up on your soccer, or football, knowledge.
Brazil’s football players are among the best of the best out of more than 265 million individuals playing on football teams across the globe.
These players range in levels from recreational to professional.
Brazil is considered to have the most successful and most competitive football teams in the world.
Football plays a part in the heart and soul of the people.
Football is the way of life so, when moving to Brazil with IntlMOVE make sure to include footballs along with the other household goods to be shipped overseas.
2014 World Cup
The next World Cup will be held in Brazil in 2014, which will be the second time the country has hosted the competition since the first in 1950.
Brazil will become the fifth country to have hosted the FIFA World Cup two times.
The FIFA World Cup that will take place in 2014 will be the 20th event year.
It is scheduled to take place between June and July 2014 in the city of Rio de Janeiro at its famous Maracana stadium.
The stadium plans to close for about two years in order to undergo $400 million in renovations for the next World Cup.
The city is also planning on using the venue as the site of the 2016 Olympics.
The Maracana stadium was originally built for the 1950 World Cup and was the largest stadium in the world, seating 200,000.
The renovated area will seat 83,000 and includes new entries, restaurants, bars and a huge media center.
The logo of the 2014 World Cup, titled “Inspiration”, was created from an iconic photograph of three raised hands lifting a trophy and also incorporates the green and yellow interlocking hands as a symbol of oneness and team spirit.
The logo was revealed to the public at one of the 2010 World Cup ceremonies.
Team colors
Brazil’s first uniform was white jerseys with blue collars.
The team changed colors to become more patriotic.
With permission from the Brazilian Sports Confederation, the newspaper Correio da Manhã held a competition for artists and armatures alike to design the new uniforms using the four colors of the Brazilian flag— blue, yellow, green and white.
The winning design was a yellow jersey with green trim and blue shorts with white trim drawn by Aldyr Garcia Schlee, a nineteen year old from Pelotas.
These colors were first used in 1954 and are still used today.
Their away uniform is a blue Jersey with yellow trim and white shorts.
Brazil and FIFA
Brazil holds five Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup championship titles.
Brazil has not only won the cup more than any other country, but it is the only national team to have played in each World Cup.
They are also the most successful team in the FIFA Confederations Cup holding three titles.
Brazil and three other countries are the only ones to win a World Cup outside their time zone.
Brazil’s Verde-Amarela is the only team to win championships in four different continents.
About FIFA
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is an association international football teams that hold international tournaments.
It was founded in 1904 and has 208 member associations that are dedicated to continuous improvement of the sport. FIFA employs approximately 310 people across 35 nations.
FIFA recently conducted a study with impressive findings of the number of men and women playing football across the globe— more than two hundred and 65 million.
Their count is based on information gathered from its associations in terms of professional footballers, registered players over the age of 18, registered youth players under the age of 18, futsal players, beach soccer players and unregistered occasional players.
When you move to Brazil with IntlMOVE, you will have plenty of opportunities to learn about their national sport.
Soccer is synonymous with Brazil in the minds of many Brazilians, so having knowledge of the sport will help you fit in with the locals.
Visiting your New Country before Moving Overseas
Many people contact IntlMOVE to ship their household goods overseas as soon as they learn they are moving abroad.
As soon as you decide that you are moving overseas, there are many things you should do to prepare for your international move.
One thing many people do before they move abroad is visit their new country to get a feel for their new life overseas before they actually make the international move.
When you take your fact-finding trip to your new country, you need to make a plan and make the best use of your time.
The decision that is going to affect you the most is your new home.
Before going overseas, do your research on the neighborhoods in your new city.
If you are moving overseas for a new career, you will only have to research one city because you will know where you will be living.
You will want to take several trips if you are researching locations overseas to retire or to start a business.
Whatever your reason is for moving overseas, planning a trip to your new country prior to your move is something that needs to be in your budget.
When you arrive for your fact-finding trip you will be able to use your time more wisely because you will already have done background research.
When you visit potential new homes, make a list of what is important to you so you don’t waste time looking at homes that will not fit your needs.
If shopping is important, make sure that there are grocery stores and clothing stores nearby.
If nightlife is important, make sure you are close to restaurants and bars.
When you move overseas, you may need your car.
IntlMOVE can ship your car overseas when you move abroad.
Make sure you have a place to park your car at your new home.
If you are not shipping your car overseas, make sure you new home is close to public transportation.
Find out what the schools are like if you have children.
Finally, make sure you home is in a safe neighborhood that is an acceptable distance from work.
After you have found a place to live, there are many other things you will want to research.
If you are moving overseas with children, you will want to visit the school your children will be attending.
Look at the curriculum and meet the teachers.
If you have a particular hobby, like fishing, research what facilities and opportunities there are in your new country to pursue your hobbies.
Just because you are moving overseas does not mean you have to give up the things you love.
Ask locals and join a reputable expat website to learn from people who have already explored your new city.
The local culture in your area is something that will affect your quality of life overseas.
You have to make sure that you are close to parks, shopping areas and nightlife if you enjoy people.
If you prefer quiet neighborhoods, make sure you are moving to a place that provides the serenity you want.
Spend some time observing your potential neighbors and see if you can picture yourself fitting into their neighborhood.
Your new neighbors can potentially be your new friends, so you want to enjoy the people who will be living close to you.
Mingle with the locals as much as possible so you can get a real feel for your new life overseas.
If you need to learn a new language, you can practice speaking your new country’s official language.
If language is a potential barrier to enjoying your new country, invest some time in language courses.
Your fact-finding trip to your new country will help you prepare for your new life abroad.
You should go on your trip with a list of questions and return from your trip with a list of answers.
When you are finally read to pack your household goods, IntlMOVE will be there to ship all of your household goods overseas.
Moving to Thailand with IntlMOVE and Adventure
When you are ready to move to Thailand, let IntlMOVE ship your household goods to Southeast Asia.
You can have a diverse set of experiences in Thailand if you are open to adventure!
Thailand has a much lower cost of living than the United States.
Adventure seekers in Southeast Asia can experience any exciting activities at a fraction of what it would cost in the United States.
Water Sports
Scuba diving and snorkeling are very popular in Thailand because of the crystal blue water and abundance of tropical marine life.
If scuba diving is a hobby you enjoy, there are two main bodies of water in Thailand that are perfect for this sport.
The Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand both provide gorgeous underwater scenery for your dives.
If you have never been scuba diving, then there are many reputable places in Thailand where you can get your diving certification.
When you go diving in Thailand, make sure you go with an experienced guide even if you are an experienced diver.
You will want to learn the best places to go in your new country after you move overseas to Thailand.
You will be able to see species of fish that are only found in Southeast Asia.
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the unfamiliar marine life.
When you move to Thailand, you may not be ready for the adventures of diving.
You can still see the beautiful tropical fish and plants if you go to places that are perfect for snorkeling.
When you move to Thailand, you will want to get advice from locals or go with a tour group on your first couple snorkeling adventures.
The locals in Thailand know the best spots to see the most beautiful coral reefs and fish.
Hiking
When you move to Thailand with IntlMOVE, make sure you pack your hiking gear.
The best places in Thailand for hiking are around Chiang Mai.
There are beautiful scenic hikes you can take through the majestic scenery.
You may even meet up with some of the people who are indigenous to the area, which will enrich your experience in your new country.
Rock Climbing
Hiking can be great, but many people want a little more excitement.
Rock climbing in Thailand is a big sport and many people travel from around the world for the perfect climbing cliffs.
Other Adventure Sports in Thailand
The amount of adventure you want to experience is completely up to you.
You can try canoe trips, surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking and many more activities.
When you move to Thailand and you want to try out adventure sports, make sure you are prepared.
You need to be physically fit and ready to endure some tough conditions.
Try all new adventures with tour groups or local experts so you can learn the new terrain and waters in Thailand.
Meeting up with other locals and expats who enjoy adventures is a great way to make friends when you move overseas!
When moving to Thailand, IntlMOVE can ship all of your adventure equipment along with the rest of your household goods overseas.