Hi All,
Another travel post – well it is summer after all! Today I am looking at emigrating (don’t worry mom I am not emigrating). This may be in my mind because my Dad emigrated a while ago, or simply because we all sometimes wish we could wake up somewhere where the sun is always shining. Either way, more and more of us are turning towards emigrating, especially after university or once you have retired. For some it is because they have a job that is in demand in a foreign climate or it is because there are simply so few jobs in this country. What I want to know is what are the bonuses to emigrating in 2013?
The weather
Whether you are looking at America, Australia or Thailand, what could be better than moving to a country where the sun almost always shines! I one day dream of just going on holiday to warmer climes, but many of us are actually turning this into a reality. Now, I am not suggesting that just because it is cold and wet in the UK, we should all pack u and leave our lives behind, but the weather does play it’s part. Take my Dad as an example. In 2008 he suffered a devastating stroke which left him unable to return to work. he had the choice of staying in the UK, struggling for money and having to downsize his home; or he could move to the Philippines, live like a king in the beautiful tropical climate and ultimately recover!
I do believe that choosing a country that has the weather to suit your personality is one of the deciding factors as to why people emigrate.
The jobs
The min reason that people emigrate is due to jobs. Originally it was just specific industries such as engineering that offered us the chance to go and experience working abroad, but in this world of financial chaos, more and more of us are working abroad out of necessity. The jobs market in Australia, Canada and the US offer jobs on a demand/skills basis. For example, to obtain an Australian visa you need to apply for a job that requires a specific skill or qualification such as nursing or teaching. This makes the whole process smoother and also ensures, that some countries, don’t end up with people emigrating and then not being able to find work.
The whole process of applying for jobs overseas can be tricky though, it will take time to get a position and then obtain your visa – this is on top of finding somewhere to live and meeting people. It may also mean that you will have to take trips to your chosen country for interviews etc. However the end result could be the job of your dreams and a new adventure in your life. There are many sites that can give you information about acquiring the right visa and even interesting schemes that may help you out, have a look at this site for example and you will see what I mean.
Short term living abroad
If, like many of us, you don’t fancy moving permanently to another country then have you considered moving for a short period of time? I have a friend, Charlotte, who lived in Canada for a few years. She moved back to the UK a couple of years ago and imaginable the experience that she had out there – snow like you would not believe, makes me wonder why we moan about a couple of inches.
Plus there are many opportunities for gap year students and recent graduates, whether you are looking to volunteer or even couch surf for a few months; there is no better time to do these things than before you settle down.
With the influx of technology that helps us keep in touch with family and friends – Facebook, Skype, Email and Smartphones, is it as difficult nowadays to move our lives abroad?
If you don’t fancy emigrating but still want the adventure, then check out the cleverlittlebuttons adventure holidays.