We are looking at Spain and France, and stuck with a similar dilemna. We dont want to move to 'Blackpool al la Espana' but feel an easy transition for the first year or two may not be a bad idea, get a reasonable grasp on culture and language then move forward. Its a hard call, I want to integrate and dont want to be the 'Pom abroad' but dont want to make it too hard straight away. Waiting for advice expectantly!!