For various reasons, millions of people relocate to live overseas
and make their home in a new country abroad every year. They have
been tempted by a better quality of life, work in international
careers, study abroad, take on volunteer work, retire overseas
or own 'holiday homes' and have extended vacations abroad.
For some, it comes as a culture shock, the way of life is totally
different, you have to learn new currencies, cultures and languages,
and you miss your friends, family and all that is familiar. Ex-pats
will go through a transition period, which may last up to two
years, before they can truly decide whether they can 'fit in',
or should give up and go home.
There
are many things to consider before moving abroad, especially if
the move involves children, who also have to face the upheavel of
attending a foreign school, where the children and teachers may
not speak their language.
Our
intention is to provide an ex-pats resource centre, where you can
meet other ex-pats who may be living overseas in your area, keep
in contact with relatives, loved ones and old friends, and hopefully
make new ones too! We have found a few useful links below to other
sites that offer practical and helpful advice on moving abroad,
and living overseas.
Thinking of moving
to Spain?Moving
to Spain - Ebook packed with useful advice on moving to and
living in Spain. This book covers the first three years of a family
living in Spain, backed by facts and advice. Informative - fun
- and a true insight into the real pitfalls involved in making
the move and how to prevent falling into them. If you want to
know what life is really like - this book is a must!
This
is Money - guide to all you need to know about moving abroad,
whether you are retiring or intend to continue working Counsel
and Care -Information from Counsel and Care: 5 Moving to England
or moving abroad. What about benefits? Expatica.com
- Help and advice on moving abroad with children Paros
Paradise - Help and advice on moving to Greece Escape Artist
- Expatriate resources, Resources for Americans fleeing America,
Search the largest expatriate database of embassies, international
jobs & offshore financial services web sites. Living
Abroad - Living Abroad International Destination Services
Network Study Abroad
- Studyabroad Programs at StudyAbroad.com. Specializing in international
study abroad programs and international education Transitions
Abroad - The Best Living Abroad Resources for Expatriates
past, present and future compiled by Transitions Abroad Expat
Experts - Robin Pascoe's web site for expatriates, and the
home of Expatriate Press Outpost
Expat - For English speaking expats living or moving abroad,
Features useful links and information for many countries around
the world Home Iberia
- Spanish property for sale in Spain Property
Management Spain - property management services in Spain.
Spanish property management and villa maintenance on the Costa
Blanca Approved
Mortgages - We are a leading mortgage company with over 15
years of experience
offering you the best rates and packages available.Try us! Moving Abroad
- Advice on international removals, taking horses, pets and other
animals abroad.
Use our live
chat room to communicate with other members. Other expats may be
able to offer invaluable advice to those considering relocating
abroad.
Use our message
boards to share your experiences of moving and living overseas,
find old friends, make new friends or penpals, wherever they are
in the world.