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Luxembourg in a time capsule: The working years

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.

Entertaining Edinburgh

Rick Steves visits Scotland's capital city and drinks in the history, the Festival and – of course – the whisky.

What's on in Europe in July

A new set of music festivals opens around Europe in July; from the Proms in London to the Wagnerian saga in Bayreuth Bavaria and a modern jazz gathering on the coast in Portugal.



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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.

12/02/2009 Practical French: I need a doctor!

Even fluent French speakers sometimes have to ask: Comment dit-on? We offer some practical vocabulary for every-day life.

12/09/2008 How to be a polyglot

Almost all the adults I know think that learning a foreign language in adulthood is impossible. “I’m terrible with languages,” they say....

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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.