Live Work and Play in Europe
Europe is a continent covering some 10.18 million km2 (3.93 million sq miles). You will find many countries on this continent classified into the following:
Eastern Europe: Belarus, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Republic of Kosovo, Macedonia, Republic of Moldava, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia Republic, Slovenia and Ukraine.
Northern Europe: Scandanavia (Denmark, Iceland, Finland, Norway, Sweden), the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), and the the United Kingdom.
Southern Europe: Countries close to the Mediterranean Sea, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Malta, Greece and Croatia.
Western Europe and Central Europe: Western Europe and Central Europe are the most popular regions in Europe with countries including Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands and Switzerland.
If you are an EU citizen you can move throughout Europe freely and even move to another country to live, work and play. And some of the European countries have a working holiday visa and / or a digital nomad visa allowing non-European citizens a stay of up to a year or longer. If you are heading to Europe check out the posts following for some inspiration on how you can live work and play in Europe.
- Europe Working Holiday Visas – France, Italy, Germany, Netherlands
- Travel Europe – 1 month itinerary to Europe. Eurail/Interail Review. How to spend 3 days in Paris, Rome, Amsterdam
- Get a Job in Europe – Work in a European Ski Resort
- Play in Europe – Greek Island Hopping. Jungfraujoch. Visit ANZAC Cove, Enjoy German Beer at Munich’s Oktoberfest
14 Day Italy Itinerary: See the Best of Italy in 14 Days
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The Ultimate Packing List for Europe in Summer
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Croatia Digital Nomad Visa Country Guide
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Winter Packing List for Europe & Packing Tips
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How to Spend 3 Days in Amsterdam | What to See and Do in Amsterdam
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6 European Cuisine Cooking Classes You Will Want to Try
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How to Spend 3 Days in Rome | What to See and Do in Rome
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Work and Ski in Europe | How to Find A Job in a European Ski Resort
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How to Spend 3 Days in Paris, France
My hotel room with a Paris view - not bad! The capital of France is a must-see and should be visited at least once, if not more. Paris is a home of art and culture – that becomes very obvious the second you step foot in the city. You can easily spend a week or...
France Working Holiday | Live Work and Play in France
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Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe in Switzerland
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How to Plan the Perfect Greek Island Hopping Vacation
If you’re dreaming of charming Greek hotels, the pristine beaches of Santorini, or sailing through the Agean sea, then island hopping could be the best way to experience it all. If you plan a Greek island hopping vacation right, you’ll enjoy all the best islands...
Germany Working Holiday | Live Work and Play in Germany
Thinking about living and working abroad? Why not try Germany? Germany is packed full of history, beautiful cities and towns, mountain ranges, lakes and so much more. With lots to see and do, you’ll need more than a few weeks to explore the country. Depending on where...
The Ultimate Guide to the Eurail and Interrail Pass
How to know if the Eurail or Interrail Travel Pass is right for you With the prospect of travelling this Northern Hemisphere summer rising on the horizon, hopes of a dreamy European vacation may become a reality. Europe is a vacation hotspot for a reason....
5 Reasons to Travel Europe by Train | Live Work Play Travel
This blog to travel Europe by train was first published 18 February 2018 and updated June 2020. You have decided to go to Europe and of course you want to make the most of your time while there. As you there are a number of ways to travel Europe you need to weigh all...
ANZAC Day – Lest We Forget
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1 Month in Europe Itinerary: Perfect Central Europe Itinerary for first timers
Visit places you have only dreamed of on your European vacation! You have one month holiday and you want to spend it in Europe. I know just how you are feeling. Excited. Daunted. Maybe a little stressed at how many amazing places there are and how you will fit...
Netherlands Working Holiday | Live Work and Play in The Netherlands
Enjoy the colourful Tulips This Netherlands Working Holiday post updated 15 May 2021. The Netherlands is known for tulips, bicycles, flat countryside, cheese, clogs, windmills, a place you can legally buy marijuana and a vibrant Amsterdam nightlife. Yes, all...
Italy Working Holiday| Live Work and Play in Italy
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Oktoberfest | Why you shouldn’t miss Oktoberfest in Munich and how to survive it
Oktoberfest (pronounced ok.toba.fest) in Munich is an exciting event not to be missed. It has been happening every year since 1810. I went a number of years ago and had the best time. Here are my reasons why you should experience Oktoberfest and how to...
Europe Working Holiday Visas for non-EU members
Europe is a large area housing a number of countries. After the Second World War the countries decided they did not ever want to go to war again and so the European Union (EU) was born. Being a member of the EU has many benefits including allowing citizens of EU...
