If I'm spending only 1 month in a country, it would involve mainly experiencing the culture/people/nature. If its a few months, I set up shop in a short term rental, find community work space and try to establish a few connections while there and build some routine. I also plan mini getaways to see the country I'm visiting to maximize the experience!

@Clive Kingshott thank you 😁

@Karen Oliver ❤️

First off - mistakes I have seen other expats make is relying on local employment, especially if its a developing country - not a good idea if you are relocating from a Western country and expecting a certain lifestyle. A friend moved to DR and started a bacon company not understanding that they can only charge local prices - whoop's lol Secondly - make sure that you move to a place that allows for personal connection with others. Geo-arbitrage is real and fantastic, but sustainably only works if you actively build relationships with others in the area. My suggestion is to find co-working spaces or join groups which connect you with others because having community will either make or break your expat adventures. I have lived in Canada, Australia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador and Saudi Arabia plus travelled extensively through 40+ countries, and have had very good experiences because I was employed by a North American company and ensured there were people onsite that I could immediately access for integration in the new country.

@Clive Kingshott