Article Written By: Mark Walters
Making the decision to emigrate can be a big deal. Choosing to go and live in another country where you may be unfamiliar with the language, culture and customs is scary, but some countries have large numbers of American immigrants that can help smooth your transition. Mexico is a popular choice for many Americans. Not only is it close, but it benefits from warm weather, a relaxed pace of life, lower living costs and affordable housing. This is an especially popular choice for retirees.Canada is also a popular choice for Americans looking to emigrate. The proximity of the two countries is a factor here, as well as the fact they share a language and large parts of their culture. People's reasons for emigrating to Canada vary, but they include issues as greater rights for same-sex couples, cheaper healthcare and, recently, the country's opposition to the war in Iraq. All this, coupled with some great landmarks and gorgeous scenery makes Canada a top destination for those looking to move countries.If you're looking to move further away from your homeland but still want somewhere some aspects of life will be similar, such as in terms of language and parts of the culture, then you could move to the United Kingdom. This is always a popular destination for Americans, although probably not because of the weather. The UK is popular for its health system, proximity to continental Europe and the somewhat romantic image it sometimes has - Shakespeare, countryside, quaint red phone boxes and the monarchy.But perhaps you're looking to move slightly further away and to somewhere that's warmer, drier but still fantastic. In which case, Australia could be the option for you. This is always a popular choice, although remember their immigration system works on a points system, meaning certain skills are valued more than others and can affect your chances of getting in. Australia benefits from affordable housing and good public services, a stable economy, laidback culture and shared language. There's also a lot to explore as it's so big.An increasingly popular, destination for people looking to move country is New Zealand. It boasts beautiful scenery and mild weather throughout the year - great for people looking to get away from the cold. Its working culture is great, with lots of work leave and good working hours. There are also low crime rates and a low cost of living. Made most famous by Lord of the Rings being filmed there, New Zealand could just be the place for you.
This Article Has Been Published on Sun, 12 Dec 2010 and Read 163 Times