GLOBAL MAX WORLD MOVING SERIES VOL 1.
by Andrés Guerra-Mondragón
Moving to Europe is the definitive guide for anyone ready to design a new life across the Atlantic. Written by the pioneers behind the world’s first online international moving calculators, this book transforms the complexity of relocation into a clear, structured system built on 35 years of real logistics experience.
Discover how to plan your move with precision, navigate visas and documentation, avoid costly shipping mistakes, and choose the right European city for your lifestyle and goals. With professional packing frameworks, digital integration strategies, and proven relocation timelines, this guide replaces guesswork with intelligence.
More than a handbook, it is a relocation mastery blueprint—equally valuable for families, professionals, retirees, and digital nomads.
About the Author:
Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González, founder of Global Max and a pioneer in digital freight technology, has guided thousands of movers worldwide. His mission: to democratize relocation knowledge and help people cross oceans with clarity, dignity, and confidence.
MOVING TO EUROPE — Global Max World Moving Series, Vol. I
Moving to another continent is one of the most transformative decisions a person can make — but few realize just how complex the journey truly is. Behind every successful relocation lies a hidden architecture of documentation, logistics, cultural adaptation, financial planning, digital integration, and emotional readiness.
For the first time, that architecture has been decoded in a single definitive volume.
Moving to Europe is not just another relocation guide. It is the first book written by the team that helped revolutionize global moving itself. For more than 35 years, Global Max has led the evolution of international logistics, pioneered online freight calculators, and guided thousands of families, professionals, retirees, and students to their new homes across the ocean.
This book is the distilled intelligence of those decades — a complete system for rebuilding your life in Europe with clarity, structure, and total confidence.
A Blueprint Created by the Experts Who Built the Tools
Unlike traditional relocation books written by travel bloggers, real estate agents, or lifestyle enthusiasts, Moving to Europe comes directly from the source: the creators of the world’s first online international moving calculator, the engineers of FCL and LCL quoting systems, and the advisors who have solved the most difficult moving challenges across six continents.
This perspective is unique —
there is no “guessing,” no “theory,” no “opinion.”
Only proven frameworks, developed through real shipments, real customs clearances, and real human stories.
What You Will Learn Inside This Volume
Readers gain access to a complete relocation intelligence system, including:
The 6-month, 90-day, and 30-day relocation timeline used by professional international movers
A deep understanding of true relocation costs, not the simplified averages found online
A full logistics decision tree explaining when to use FCL, LCL, or air freight
Professional packing physics, including load engineering, moisture control, and damage prevention
Visa and documentation strategies across the EU, Schengen Zone, United Kingdom, and non-EU nations
Digital integration mastery, from banking and identification to municipal systems and daily apps
How to choose the right European city, based on lifestyle, cost of living, career mobility, and cultural fit
The psychology of adaptation, and how to transition into a new identity with confidence
Direct use of Global Max tools, including real-time moving calculators, packing lists, and shipper worksheets
This book doesn't simply tell you what to do — it shows you why, when, and how to do it with the precision of a seasoned international relocation expert.
A Guide for All Who Dare to Build a New Life
Whether you are:
A family searching for stability, education, or a new beginning
A professional seeking opportunity across borders
A retiree pursuing culture, tranquility, or adventure
A digital nomad designing a life of mobility
A student eager to grow academically and personally
this book gives you the tools to cross not just a geographical border, but a personal frontier.
Why This Book Matters Now More Than Ever
The world has become more connected — yet moving internationally has never been more complex. Regulations shift. Digital systems evolve. Customs rules change. Shipping availability adjusts by season and global demand.
Most guides fail because they oversimplify.
Moving to Europe succeeds because it is built by the very people who manage these changing systems every day.
This is the book written by the industry —
not a travel influencer, not an expat blogger, not an amateur.
A logistics university wrote it.
A freight technology pioneer wrote it.
A global relocation strategist wrote it.
Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González wrote it.
A Transformational Reading Experience
Readers emerge from this book not only informed but empowered — with a new sense of clarity regarding their future abroad. They gain:
A structured plan
A realistic budget
A cultural and logistical map
A step-by-step relocation system
A partner in Global Max who continues beyond the book
This book invites you to stop guessing — and start designing.
If You’re Ready to Move to Europe, This Is the Book That Moves With You
Whether your destination is Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, the Netherlands, Greece, the UK, or anywhere across the continent, this book becomes your constant companion — your strategist, your guide, your mentor, and your stabilizing force.
A new life awaits.
This book shows you how to reach it.
“After more than three decades guiding families, students, professionals, and retirees across continents, I have learned one truth that never changes: successful relocation is the result of preparation, knowledge, and trusted partnership. This book was written to give every reader the same professional tools, insights, and frameworks I have used to help thousands of people move their lives with confidence and dignity. In these pages, you will find not only instruction, but orientation — a system designed to reduce uncertainty and reveal the true structure behind international moving. If you follow the methodologies presented here, your move to Europe will not rely on guesswork. It will rely on intelligence. This is the guide I wish every mover had before making the leap. ⭐ A PERSONAL INVITATION FROM THE AUTHOR For readers who choose to ship through Freight-Calculator.com, I want to extend a gesture of appreciation and partnership: ✔ A $50.00 credit toward your shipment ✔ A signed copy of Moving to Europe (Delivered after booking is confirmed) This offer reflects what I believe deeply — that knowledge and logistics work best when they move together. If this book serves you, it would be my honor to assist with your actual move as well. You are not just moving belongings. You are moving your future. And if you allow us to be part of that journey, we will treat it with the seriousness it deserves.”
Andres Guerra-Mondragon Gonzalez
GLOBAL MAX LOGISTICS UNIVERSITY Where Everyday People Become International Moving Professionals Welcome to Global Max Logistics University, the first educational platform built specifically for individuals who want to enter — and succeed in — the world of international moving and global freight services. Our mission is bold and straightforward: to democratize global logistics by giving people in any U.S. city the knowledge, tools, and systems to build real businesses and transform their financial futures. For decades, international moving was an industry controlled by large companies, expensive infrastructure, and closed networks. Today, that barrier has been dismantled. Through our books and training materials, anyone with ambition, discipline, and a willingness to learn can become a Global Max International Moving Agent, offering professional services to families relocating worldwide. Our curriculum is built from the pioneering work of Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González, creator of https://www.freight-calculator.com the world's first online freight calculators and founder of the Global Max Network. Freight-Calculator.Com transformed global shipping by bringing transparency, automation, and speed to an industry that once operated behind closed doors. Now, through Global Max Logistics University, his knowledge is available to entrepreneurs everywhere. Why Global Max Works Our books do not simply teach theory — they deliver real, operational systems used daily by professionals in the field. You will learn: How to offer FCL, LCL, and airfreight services How to use the Global Max calculators at www.freight-calculator.com to produce instant quotes How to conduct in-home visits and measure volume accurately How to market yourself with Google Maps, QR codes, and referrals How to partner with local movers to expand your reach How to manage packing, documents, and the move-day workflow How to scale your business city by city You don't need a truck. You don't need a warehouse. You don't need startup capital. You need only drive, professionalism, and the Global Max system behind you. The Moving Agent Playbook — Your First Step Our flagship title, The Moving Agent Playbook, is the definitive guide for anyone who wants to launch an international moving business with minimal infrastructure and unlimited potential. It teaches you how to operate like a seasoned professional from day one, whether you're seeking a part-time income or building a full regional agency. A University for Modern Entrepreneurs Global Max Logistics University is more than a publisher — it is an entrepreneurial launchpad. Our curriculum merges real-world logistics experience with explicit, step-by-step instruction, giving you a business blueprint that has helped thousands of movers, agents, and coordinators succeed worldwide. If you're ready to build a meaningful business, control your time, and serve families with professionalism and integrity, your journey starts here. This is where entrepreneurs become international moving professionals.
GLOBAL MAX LOGISTICS UNIVERSITY A Higher Education Pathway for the Modern Logistics Entrepreneur In every era of global commerce, a moment emerges when the ability to learn becomes the most valuable form of capital. In the world of international moving and freight logistics, that moment is now. Global Max Logistics University was founded to meet this moment—an academic platform built to elevate everyday individuals into capable, confident, professionally trained international moving specialists. For more than 30 years, the Global Max Network has stood at the forefront of logistics innovation, introducing technologies and operational methods that have reshaped how the industry operates. From early online freight calculators to streamlined documentation systems, containerized moving workflows, and worldwide agent coordination, the Global Max ecosystem has accumulated a rare depth of knowledge—knowledge that, until now, has remained largely inaccessible to the general public. Global Max Logistics University serves one purpose: to make this education accessible, affordable, and applicable to anyone with the ambition to build a business in international moving. This is not a theory. This is not speculation. This is real, tested, operational intelligence—refined through decades of global work and now presented in a structured academic format. A University Born from Industry, Built for the Future Unlike traditional logistics programs that focus on supply chain models or corporate freight management, Global Max Logistics University concentrates on the specific skills required for entrepreneurial international moving services. This field is rapidly growing yet dramatically underserved. Students of the University gain direct access to knowledge normally protected by industry insiders: How overseas moving is priced and structured How container shipments truly function How LCL consolidations operate across regions How move-day logistics work at the ground level How to estimate volume accurately during home visits How to present professional quotes and close contracts How to navigate customs concerns, documents, and tariffs How to market international moving services with zero overhead These are not abstract concepts; they are the daily realities of global relocation. The University’s curriculum provides clarity where confusion has long reigned, and empowers learners with a level of competence traditionally reserved for seasoned agents. A Mission of Modern Educational Equity One of the founding principles of Global Max Logistics University is the belief that financial barriers should not limit high-level logistics education, and that it should certainly not be restricted to large corporations or specialized degree programs. The cost of learning international logistics is traditionally steep: Tuition at logistics universities Professional certifications costing thousands Apprenticeships require years of unpaid learning. Corporate training is accessible only to full-time employees In contrast, Global Max Logistics University offers an academic-quality curriculum at a fraction of the cost—allowing anyone to learn the fundamentals, principles, and applied skills of international moving without excessive financial commitment. This democratization of logistics knowledge is deliberate. We believe that economic opportunity expands when education becomes attainable. The guiding philosophy is simple: You should not need a fortune to learn how to build your future. A Higher-Education Tone with Real-World Application What distinguishes Global Max Logistics University is its fusion of academic structure with practical business execution. The tone is serious, rigorous, and intellectually grounded—yet always oriented toward applied entrepreneurship. Each chapter, concept, and instructional module is crafted to mirror the foundational elements of higher education: Clear learning objectives Progressive knowledge development Real case studies Industry terminology Applied methodologies Professional growth frameworks But unlike traditional university programs, the path offered here does not require years of study or massive tuition costs. The learner does not need to enroll in a multi-semester degree to understand the global relocation sector. Instead, they gain access to concentrated, expertly distilled knowledge—the kind that typically takes decades to accumulate. This approach gives students the rare advantage of entering the field with a level of confidence and clarity that even many established professionals lack. The Gateway for the Modern Entrepreneur International moving represents one of the most stable, continuous needs in the global economy. Families relocate for career changes, academic opportunities, military placements, governmental assignments, retirement, and countless personal reasons. Yet, despite this ongoing demand, very few individuals possess the knowledge to guide them. This gap is precisely where new entrepreneurs can thrive. Global Max Logistics University offers the training needed to: Begin offering international moving services locally. Build a client-facing presence in one’s community. Use technology to quote moves instantly and accurately. Coordinate packing, loading, and documentation. Grow into a respected professional within the global relocation sector The University’s publications collectively form a pathway—one that allows an individual with no prior logistics experience to step confidently into a high-demand, high-impact professional field. This opportunity is rare. This knowledge is specialized. And this educational platform is the first of its kind. The message to every prospective learner is clear: You do not need to spend thousands of dollars or commit years of your life to gain access to this industry. You only need the proper guidance, tools, and mentorship. Global Max Logistics University provides all three. An Academic Home for Those Who Dare to Advance Large entities have long dominated the logistics industry. Yet, the most meaningful growth in the coming decade will come from independent professionals—individuals who pair local presence with global systems. This hybrid model, developed through the Global Max Network, is now being taught for the first time in a structured educational format. Students will discover not only the how of international moving, but the why behind the industry’s evolution, gaining a lens through which to understand future trends, technological changes, and global mobility patterns. This blend of academic insight and entrepreneurial action places Global Max Logistics University in a category of its own: A higher-education institution designed for real-world success. For those seeking a more straightforward path, a new profession, or a meaningful business opportunity, the University stands ready as the gateway. Your education awaits. Your opportunity begins now.
Build Your Own International Moving Business in Seven Days
by Andy Guerra-Mondragon, Virginie De-Jaham, and Global MAX Logistics University
What if you could build a real business — a respected business — helping families move across oceans… without buying a truck, renting a warehouse, or risking your savings?
What if all you needed was your ambition, your professionalism, and the Global Max system behind you?
This book shows you how ordinary people in any U.S. city can become international moving agents, earning real income by guiding families through the most important relocation of their lives. You’ll learn how to visit homes, prepare quotes, use the Global Max calculators, partner with local movers, and build a reputation that makes you the trusted authority in your community.
This isn’t theory.
This is the blueprint used by professionals worldwide — a proven path to independence.
If you’ve been waiting for the chance to start something of your own…
If you want a business with meaning, flexibility, and unlimited growth…
If you want to change your future with a system that actually works…
Open this book.
Your new career begins here
How The First Freight Calculator Was Born
by Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González
For decades, global shipping hid behind mystery—opaque pricing, endless paperwork, and a world understood only by insiders. Then a new idea emerged: what if freight could be transparent, instant, ethical, and intelligent?
The Freight Intelligence Revolution tells the untold story of how one innovator, Andrés Guerra-Mondragón González, helped ignite a transformation that reshaped international logistics. From the era of carbon paper and typewriters to the birth of the first online freight calculators, this book reveals how digital thinking broke open an industry long overdue for change.
Blending memoir, industry history, and visionary analysis, Guerra-Mondragón takes readers inside the evolution of shipping sea containers, air-forwarding systems, compliance frameworks, predictive rate engines, and the global tools that millions now take for granted. This two-part volume—The Revolution Begins and The Next Frontier—offers a sweeping look at the past, present, and astonishing future of freight intelligence.
More than a logistics book, this is a manifesto for a new era of global mobility.
A guide for students, shippers, and professionals.
A tribute to the people who move the world.
If you want to understand how international shipping truly works—and where the next 50 years of global trade are heading—this is your place to begin.