Published on and written by Cyril Jarnias
Relocating to Luxembourg is a rewarding adventure, but it can also be a source of worry when it comes to staying in touch with family and friends back home. Fortunately, the Grand Duchy offers numerous opportunities to remain close to your loved ones despite the distance. Discover in this article the best solutions for easy communication from Luxembourg.
Ultra-fast connections for smooth exchanges
In Luxembourg, you won’t have any trouble finding a reliable internet connection to communicate with your loved ones. The country benefits from some of the most advanced telecommunications infrastructure in Europe.
The main internet service providers in Luxembourg are:
- POST Luxembourg: the historic operator offers fiber optic plans up to 1 Gbit/s
- Tango: subsidiary of Proximus, with fiber and mobile packages
- Orange Luxembourg: competitive fiber and 5G offers
- Eltrona: cable specialist, available throughout the country
- Luxembourg Online: 100% Luxembourgish provider
Most providers offer fiber optic packages starting at around €50 per month for speeds ranging from 500 Mbit/s to 1 Gbit/s. Perfect for enjoying quality video calls and smooth exchanges with your loved ones!
Expatriates’ favorite communication tools
Good news: in Luxembourg, you can use most popular communication applications and services without restrictions.
Here are the most popular tools for staying connected:
- WhatsApp: the number one instant messaging app, ideal for daily exchanges
- Skype: the pioneer of video calls, still widely used
- FaceTime: for Apple users, a reliable choice for video calls
- Messenger: Facebook’s messaging service, convenient for friend groups
- Zoom: the star of video conferencing, perfect for family gatherings
These applications are all free and work perfectly in Luxembourg. Don’t hesitate to install several to mix things up!
Tips for regular, quality exchanges
Beyond technical tools, here are some tips for maintaining your long-distance relationships:
- Schedule regular appointments: set weekly time slots for your family video calls
- Share your daily life: regularly send photos and videos of your life in Luxembourg
- Create discussion groups: to easily share news with multiple loved ones
- Consider the time difference: choose times that work for everyone
- Vary your methods: alternate between written messages, voice notes, calls, and videos
Good to know:
Since Luxembourg is a small country, you can easily travel back to France or Belgium for a weekend to see your loved ones in person. There are numerous rail and air connections.
And for those who prefer writing…
If you’re nostalgic for postal mail, know that the Luxembourg Post offers reliable services for sending letters and packages internationally. You can also opt for digital postcards through apps like Touchnote.
Don’t forget good old email either, still effective for longer, more thoughtful exchanges. Create a monthly newsletter to keep your loved ones informed about your expat life!
Stay informed about news from your home country
To maintain ties with your country, also consider keeping up with current events. In Luxembourg, you’ll have unrestricted access to major international online media. You can also subscribe to news newsletters or stream radio stations from your home country.
By following these tips, you won’t have any trouble staying close to your loved ones despite the distance. Luxembourg offers all the conditions for easy, quality communication with your circle. Take advantage of it to share your new life while maintaining strong ties to your roots!
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Cyril Jarnias is an independent expert in international wealth management with over 20 years of experience. As an expatriate himself, he is dedicated to helping individuals and business leaders build, protect, and pass on their wealth with complete peace of mind.
On his website, cyriljarnias.com, he shares his expertise on international real estate, offshore company formation, and expatriation.
Thanks to his expertise, he offers sound advice to optimize his clients' wealth management. Cyril Jarnias is also recognized for his appearances in many prestigious media outlets such as BFM Business, les Français de l’étranger, Le Figaro, Les Echos, and Mieux vivre votre argent, where he shares his knowledge and know-how in wealth management.
