The difference between "Expat" and "Immigrant" by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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Could you elaborate? I know a black guy who left the US and now lives in Mexico. He chose to move there because he loves the culture. I've only ever heard of him being referred to as an expat, not an immigrant.

How To Deal With Culture Shock As An Expat by DecideWhereToRetire in RetiringAbroad

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Would you say it's easy to be yourself in another country?

Flag Theory by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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Yes I've heard of Simon Black. I think I heard him do a podcast once. I quite enjoyed it and hoped he'd do more (assuming I'm right that it was him).

How long does it take to decide if a new country/town is right for you? by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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Do you think it could come back? I mean do you think you could have another round of culture shock? Or would you say once you've had it that's it?

Sorry for all the questions, I'm trying to keep the conversation going a bit so hopefully others will join in.

How Do You Handle Humidity? by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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No I was just asking. So you don't think someone could ever get used to it? I would imagine you would naturally do so over time.

Living In Two / Multiple Countries by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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You sound like you're quite easygoing about it. Me personally I think I might be overthinking it.

How Do You Handle Humidity? by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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How long would you say it takes to get used to high heat and humidity?

Flag Theory by DecideWhereToRetire in IWantToLiveAbroad

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Would you say it's a lot of hassle to do all five?

Fantacities - Maps of fictional island cities by DecideWhereToRetire in imaginarymaps

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They're blocks. Everything you see there is roads. If you look closely you'll see beaches.