Moving is stressful enough, but when you move to another country, you can feel overwhelmed. A good place to start is to learn a bit about the country you will be moving to. Your local library should have plenty of books so you can get some insight about what it's like to live there. In addition, the internet also abounds with information, and often you can find forums with people living in the country you are going to. They can help you by answering questions you may have or giving you tips about moving.

Read up on daily challenges, such as finding food that youre used to, or having trouble with the language. If you're prepared for this, you can do a bit of research now in order to make your move easier.

Besides learning about where you're going to live, you'll also need practical information, such as how to move your belongings there are what schools are good. The yellow pages from the country you are currently living in can help you find a reputable moving company. And as for schools, there are international schools that abide by similar requirements, so you'll be sure your children will get a good education. If you want to send your children to local schools, ask around for recommendations, or better yet, once in country, go around and personally visit schools to see what they're like.

Be prepared for culture shock as well. Although most people love their new country, after a while it starts to take its toll. Read the article about Culture Shock in order to learn more.

Making friends helps a lot, whether they're fellow expats or country nationals, having someone to talk to makes things easier. And be sure to keep in touch with people back home. With email and websites where you can post photos, it's easier than ever to let people know how you're doing.

With a bit of planning and effort, you'll be well on your way to living in another country and enjoying your time there.