Moving Abroad - 5 Things You Will Love & Hate about Moving Abroad

Thinking of moving abroad? Here are the things that you will love and might not like about the whole moving process abroad. Whether it is for your job, school or for a new adventure what to know about moving abroad.
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[leandronsp]

Once you move abroad, you never stop moving abroad <3

[tosht]

I have never lived abroad but travel often and I imagine the best thing about living abroad would be gaining a new perspective about life back in the home country, both positive and negative.

Also on a superficial level, I have a better appreciation for movies and books that have scenes or settings in places I've visited. Same with ethnic cuisine/restaurants. Been there, done it.

And I believe you stated before Mark, you really do become the person who has all the great stories. I can't tell you how many times something will come up and people say "you spent some time there right?"

Great video as usual.

[wallykaspars]

Excellent video! I grew up in Chicago and departed to live for 18 years in Germany, worked for German employers, learned the language, the culture, the geography, etc. Also traveled to France several times. Those years enriched my life more than anything else.

[iankahn]

Good stuff. Very true. I moved abroad about a year ago and have had all these experiences. But I don't regret it one bit! I'm glad you mentioned "fighting the bureaucracy" because while it does suck, I feel great that I've "conquered" the German bureaucratic system which has made living here so much better.

Grüße aus München

[Valhalla_Heathen]

I'm planning to relocate to Sweden from California very soon and I can speak Swedish at an intermediate level and I also befriended a lot of Swedes through Instagram. I will miss my family and friends very much but I know the experience will be worth it!

[thedeutschman]

I’ve lived abroad, but that was as a child, I’m planning to live in the UK for two years when I graduate, and I feel like this video has good things to keep in mind.

[jswinghammer]

I never really comment on YouTube but for anyone watching this: this is 100% accurate. This video should be required viewing for anyone moving abroad from anywhere to anywhere.

[lavayuki]

I lived in Japan and the UK in terms of abroad. I'm from Ireland so the UK wasn't so bad in that a lot of things were very similar like products, stores and things but Japan was a huge jump in terms of everything from culture and language to the healthcare system. I did end up getting sick with food poisoning a week into moving and ended up needing iv fluids in local a Japanese hospital. But after that baptism of fire I had a fantastic time there

[ChristyZhu]

I love these videos because I've been living in US and China also travelling to the Continent and UK. One thing I hate about moving abroad is I do feel harder to adjust to life when I move back to my home country. What I love is the experience, local places and local people. It is very different from travelling as a tourist, and it's amazing. 

[davidmitchell]

been waiting for this! i just like your videos. by the way your kids are so cute!! specially when they were young :) i'm waiting for my day.

[Morecube]

6th thing you're gonna hate : the ambulance's siren when you're trying to vlog ;)

[IchStrickeGerne]

I'm going to use "pee pee en fuego" as my explanation for everything now. Because it'll make me laugh. Because I'm an 8 year old on the inside.

[candijo]

I am new to your channel but thanks for sharing this video. My husband and I are seriously considering moving abroad and appreciate all the tips.

[IslamBenfifi]

The best travel vlog. Awesome insight Mark!

[tvovalentin]

Hello Mark, thank you for all of your fantastic videos - always helping us and providing us with so much good and useful informations. I am from brazil, also have lived in Canada for one year and travelled through some parts of Canada and USA. Great videos! Congrats!!

[Earle]

You are the man Mark thanks for these awesome videos!

[paperbutterflywing]

Such good timing Mark!! Thank you for this :) 

[theresenorway]

Wish I had the courage and uppertunity to move abroad again (this time with my sons). Norway is too cold for me and make us sick always. Praying for my chance to come soon... Love ur videos and thanks for your advices. God bless your brave family! I am jealous. lol

[MojoPenguin]

I have lived in Asia, Europe and North America and I can attest these are right, thanks ! :P

[AkubraBromptonGirl]

The paperwork moving to Germany!!! OMG!!! Then missing one bit, and then going again, and again.