Tips for emigrating alone

Emigrating alone opens you up to many new experiences and offers you the opportunity to rethink how you want to live your life. Here are some of our tips for making the most out of emigrating alone.

Become familiar with your new surroundings

Discover what is nearby or ask the locals you meet when you arrive. You may be introduced to new places you never would have thought of. It’s also a great opportunity to introduce yourself to your new neighbours. Slowly your comfort zone will grow as you take the time to explore your new surroundings. Suddenly the once scary new city will be filled with so many familiar places that you now love.

Say yes to new experiences

Moving to a new country is going to be scary, especially when travelling by yourself. The answer to avoid feeling alone is to throw yourself into all new opportunities given to you. Say yes to every invite, or find places where you can continue a hobby or interest you had before. You are sure to meet many like-minded people that could become great friends. Another way you could gain new experiences and meet new people is by volunteering. This will also help you to learn more about your new community.

Be a tourist when you arrive

You may have relocated for a purpose like a new job but don’t forget to explore. Grab a guide book or search online and discover the local cultural spots. You could also take some inspiration from our destination guides.

Remember it’s supposed to be different than back home

You have to accept when you emigrate that it will be different than what you are used to and that it should be. This is all new to you and having things different to what you are used to may take time to adjust to. But seeing your two homes as two separate incomparable places will help you throw yourself into your new adventure.

All you have to do is try

Knowing that you tried your best and said yes to every opportunity will be a great learning experience to look back on. It will show you how determined and strong you can be. If you continually try your best and put yourself forward for all opportunities given to you, your new city will surely feel like home in no time.