IntlMOVE Australia

IntlMOVE can help you move to Australia, but when you get there it will be up to you to enjoy all the free things to do that Brisbane offers.

Australia is known as an extremely beautiful country filled with diversity and a wide variety of things to do.

IntlMOVE wants to help you make the most of your international move, so here is a list of the top free things to do in Brisbane:

 Botanical Gardens

On warm days, there is nothing more spectacular than a walk through the botanical gardens.

See the wide variety of different plants and flowers from around the globe, while enjoying some botanicals that are native to Australia.

This is a great place to take children or visiting guests, or if you just want a day by yourself to enjoy all that is around you.

People Watch

Just because Australians speak English does not mean you will not notice cultural nuances.

People watching is great way to learn more about Brisbane and Australia.

You can see how people interact with each other and learn a lot about a culture just by taking notice of what is going on around you.

A great place to people watch is in The Valley (Fortitude Valley), which is Brisbane’s entertainment district.

Newfarm Park

When you want o enjoy lunch in a beautiful location, but don’t want to spend money eating out, you can visit Newfarm Park.

Pack a picnic and blanket and spend the day with your friends or family kicking around a soccer ball or just enjoying nature.

If you want an afternoon alone, grab a book and head over the park to enjoy the sunshine.

Queen Street Mall

If you are shopping, you will need money, but Queen Street Mall is also a great place to window shop.

You can find great local stores that sell unique items, gifts and clothing.

 Tour of the City

You can take a self-guided tour of Brisbane and learn all about the different places to see and different things to do.

Grab a map of the city and ask locals for the best kept secrets.

There is even free transportation.

You can get a map of the City Centre Free Loop Bus that circles the Central Business District every ten minutes.

You can stop at Queen Street Mall, City Botanical Gardens and other popular destinations.

If you didn’t get enough city viewing from the Centre Free Loop Bus, you can hop on the Spring Hill Free Loop Bus.

The Spring Hill Free Loop Bus connects with the Centre Free Loop Bus which will take you to many destinations including King Edward Park and Wickham Park.

What a great way to get a free tour of Brisbane!

Southbank Parklands and Pool

This park has crystal blue lagoons, palm trees and white sand, which makes you feel like you are visiting a tropical paradise in the middle of the city.

You can also take walks, let the kids play at the playgrounds and take advantage of the many pools.

Sometimes the best things in life are free!

 The Cultural Centre

There are many free museums in Brisbane, which is rare for most cities.

You can visit the Queensland Natural History Museum, which is free and offers a peak into all the wonders of history.

The Queensland Art Gallery is also free, except for special exhibitions.

The Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland State Library are also free.

All of these buildings are located within walking distance of each other, so you can spend many days exploring. 

 Boondal Wetlands Reserve

The wetlands reserve is located in Boondal, which is a suburb outside of Brisbane.

You can learn more about local Aboriginal culture and see the wildlife that lives in the wetlands.

There are even free guided tours in this beautiful natural wonderland.

When you move to Brisbane, you will find plenty of things to do to fill up your days.

There are so many free activities to do in Brisbane that you will never have an excuse for being bored.

When you have been offered an opportunity to move to Brisbane, call IntlMOVE for all of your international shipping needs.

IntlMOVE has helped many families ship their household goods to Australia.

International moves can be very stressful on families if there is not enough communication or planning, so make sure to keep all of your family members in the loop.

IntlMOVE has put together a list tips to help your family succeed in your international move to Australia.

Family Decision

When you are offered a new position in Australia, it is best to bring up the discussion with your family right away.

If your children feel that they have contributed to the plan of moving to Australia, they will respond better to the international moving decision.

Don’t just tell your family you are moving to Australia and end the discussion.

Get your family excited about the opportunity, so your spouse and children look forward to the international move.

Consider your spouse’s and children’s opinions on the subject before making the final decision.

If you present the move to Australia in a positive way, chances are your kids will be open to the relocation. 

Make sure your spouse feels good about moving away from friends or family.

Remind your family that you can visit the United States and keep in contact through phone and Internet.  

The most successful international moves are made when the whole family is committed to moving overseas.

 Moving with Children

Find out if your kids have any concerns about the move.

They will likely have questions about their new home and school.

If possible, plan a trip to Australia so your children can see their new home and their new school.

Find out if your children can spend a day at the school to meet some their new classmates.

Chances are that your children will make friends quickly and get excited about moving to Australia.  

If you are not able to plan a trip to Australia before the move, there are still things you can do to prepare your children for the move to Australia.

Use the Internet to find pictures of their new school, so they can see what it looks like.

Ask your children’s teachers if they can possibly have another student email your children.

This way, your children will already have an acquaintance on their first day of school.

Watch different online videos of attractions in your new cities, so you children will get excited about exploring Australia.

Talk about the culture of Australia with your children and let them know about all the great things they will get to experience in their new country.

 Planning the Move

There is a to plan for when you decide to move to Australia.

Everyone in your family will need passports and visas.

Contact your local embassy or consulate to determine exactly what each family member will need.

Plan your moving budget with your spouse and make sure you have extra money set aside in case there are any surprises.

Log onto www.intlmove.com to get your free international moving quote to Australia.

An IntlMOVE move consultant will help you determine what it will cost to ship your household goods and personal effects to your new location in Australia.

Your family will appreciate having familiar belongings in their new house to make Australia feel like more like home. 

 IntlMOVE wants your international move to Australia to be a rewarding experience for you and your family.

Contact an IntlMOVE move consultant today to find out what you need to do to get the ball rolling for your international move.

IntlMOVE will play an integral role in helping you get settled in Australia and in your new home.  

IntlMOVE is ready to help you with your international move when you land a new job overseas.
If you are still searching for a job, IntlMOVE has put together some tips to help you with your international resume.
When you apply for jobs overseas, you will be asked for a curriculum vitae (CV), instead of a resume.
A CV is a much more detailed version of your resume, which will include specific details about your employment and education history.

References
Some jobs may only want to call your references, but other potential employers may want more formal references.
In some parts of the world, it is very important for you to have letters of recommendations from your references.
Find out what is the standard request for references in your new country and follow those guidelines.
Some employers may have different requirements, so it is probably best to have letters of recommendation on hand.

Cover Letters
Some Asian countries are not interested in cover letters, while some European countries may ask for handwritten cover letters.
When you move to a new country, you should expect a whole new set of rules.
Cover letters are called different things in different parts of the world, so know what employers are looking for when they ask for a letter of interest or motivation letters.

Personal Information and Pictures
When applying for jobs in the United States, you never supply your potential employer with marital status, sex or photo.
In fact, it is actually illegal for potential employers in the United States to ask about your marital status or other private information.
When applying for jobs overseas, you can throw all of that secrecy out the window.
Many countries overseas will ask you to supply more information, and in some countries, you will also be asked to supply a photo of yourself.

Language
Most companies that hire expats will expect you to speak English and the language of their country.
If you are submitting your CV to a company in a different English speaking country, determine whether your CV should be written in British English or American English.
There are many variances in the two versions of the English language.
If you are not a native speaker of a language, have your CV proofread by a native speaker.
The native speaker might be able to catch mistakes that you have missed.

Education
Sometimes you need to state more than the title of your degree.
In some countries, degrees take five years to complete while in other countries they take three years to complete.
You will need to specifically describe what your educational background entails.

Delivery
In addition to email, find out from the human resources contact whether or not you should send a hard copy of your resume by snail mail.
Some companies overseas still want hard copies of your CV and cover letter.

Specific Formats
There is a lot of information you should provide, and some information you should omit.
There are many online resources that can help you determine what needs to be on your CV for each country.
If you are applying for a job for a specific company, talk to the human resources contact to get specifics about formatting your resume.
Look at several CV examples online that are tailored for your new country to fully understand what needs to be included.

When you get your offer for your new international job, find out what your relocation package includes.
Many companies will provide you with relocation service reimbursement to help get you to your new country.
IntlMOVE will ship your household goods and personal effects overseas so you can get settled in your new home.
Log onto www.intlmove.com to get your free international moving quote from IntlMOVE.

IntlMOVE is your first choice in International Movers when you are ready to move to Australia.

When you are ready to move to Australia, log onto the IntlMOVE website for your free online quote.

A move consultant will be at your service and guide you through the international moving process when you are ready to move overseas.

When it’s time to pack up and head to the land down under, contact IntlMOVE to schedule the packing, shipping and delivery of your household good and personal effects.

Your move consultant at IntlMOVE will be ready to answer any questions and help you prepare for the experience of a lifetime!

There are many reasons that Australia is one of the places that people want to move most, but IntlMOVE has put together a list of the top five reasons to move to Australia.

1. Great Weather – Australia is known for its nearly perfect weather. You can enjoy warm weather almost year round. Even when it gets a little chilly, it is still mild in comparison to many harsh winters in cites around the United States. Moving to Australia, with the help of IntlMOVE, will allow you enjoy the great outdoors and bask in the sunshine.

1. Beaches – Whether you are into surfing, paddle boarding, beach volleyball or just sun tanning on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Australia is the right place for you.  There are some beaches with a lot of people, but you can also travel off the beaten path to find beaches that are more exclusive. Most of the major metropolitan areas of Australia are on the coast, so you will never be too far away from the peaceful sound of crashing waves and the wonderful feeling of sand between your toes!

1. Cities – The major cities in Australia offer a wide variety of entertainment and things to do for recreational activities. If you have children, there are plenty of parks, museums and other great places and events that your kids will enjoy. If you are into dinners and clubs, Australia has a nightlife scene that is known worldwide for offering a myriad of new places to see and experience. Australia is known for its wine, so make sure that visit the different vineyards or try all the different Australian wines while you are out to eat.  IntlMOVE will ship your household goods and personal effects to Australia, so you can enjoy your home in your new Australian city.

1. National Parks – If you are a nature lover, get ready for many different places and activities you can enjoy in Australia’s national parks. You can hike, dive, swim and explore the many beautiful parks when you move to Australia. There are breathtaking waterfalls, tropical rainforests, beautiful desserts and other landscapes that are too perfect for words. You can also see the wide variety of unique wildlife that have made their homes in Australia. You can see some of the animals in the wild that you have only seen in zoos like kangaroos, koala bears and platypuses.

1. Schooling – If you have children, you can be confident that they will receive a great education in Australian schools. The schools are set up to prepare children for higher education, so they teach core subjects in-depth. In addition to the academic lessons, students will also learn about manners, confidence and respect.  Moving to Australia will open many doors for your children in future academic and career endeavors.

When you are convinced that Australia is the right place for you to move, contact IntlMOVE for all of your international shipping needs.