Useful tips when moving from Switzerland to USA

Are you prepared to experience life in one of the most exciting countries of the world? Are you planning to realize your 'American dream'? We have gathered a few tips for you as you plan your American dream:

Don’t forget to tip!

In the US, most workers such as taxi drivers, waiters or hairdressers earn a considerable amount of their payroll through tips. Therefore, tipping is an essential part of the services. Tips in the US are usually between 10-20% of the service price and if you are paying with a card, you will find an empty space on the ticket to write the amount that you would like to give as a tip.

Do you speak Spanish?
The more you travel towards the southern part of the US, the more likely you are to find Spanish speakers. This is due to the large number of immigrants coming from Mexico and other South American countries. Although most of the Latin-Americans speak English daily and they speak Spanish with their family and other Spanish speakers. However, it can be a good occasion to learn the second most spoken language in the world!

Forget about the public transport
If you like to move using public transport, get yourself plenty of time and patience as distance among cities are large and a bus or train journey can be really long in this country. The typical methods of transportation for Americans are car and plane. Cars are convenient to move around the city unless you are living in a big metropolis such as New York or Chicago.

Lunch time
US is the home to a large ranging varieties of fast food, which it is specially eaten during the weekdays. Most employees take a 30 minutes lunch break (not more!) around midday and grab a sandwich or a salad in a nearby place. However, it is also common to have lunch at the office desk!

Get used to compliments!
Americans are friendly and open, even with people who they don’t know much. They love to give compliments for everything (for the good work, clothes,food etc.). Get used to it as you will hear them frequently! And start practicing on giving some to your colleagues!

If you are moving to USA and need more information and assistance on your move, enquire now.