Moving from Spain to another country on your own can be an incredible adventure – if you are willing to jump out of your comfort zone and connect with locals. But how to do it? We tell you the best tips to explore, discover and enjoy your new city if you are moving abroad on your own! Relocating to another country on your own is a thrilling adventure, but let’s admit it, a little bit scaring. Even if you are an experienced traveler, leaving your friends, family and well-known surroundings for good, it’s a big step forward. It requires a huge amount of courage to move abroad on your own, but the good news is that once this is done, few solo expats regret it. Many define it as a “constant journey of discovery”, which enrich you both personally and professionally and which compensates the few moments of homesickness that might appear. To make the best of the experience, what expats moving abroad on their own recommend is to connect as much as possible with locals. Easier said than done, you might think. Nothing further than the truth – but only, if you have the right attitude and are willing to invest some time! Thus, before you start packing your belongings, have a look at our tips. They will help you to make your adventure of moving alone abroad a success – and of course, to meet nice people! Hobbies and interests Keep your previous interests and hobbies or take up something you’ve always wanted to do. Is there a Meetup about a new programming language? Have you found a didgeridoo course? Be open-minded and don’t be afraid of trying new things. Volunteer Another way you could meet new people and gain new experiences is through volunteering. This is a great way to learn more about your community and maybe new connections. Meet the neighbors One of the first things to do is becoming familiar with your new neighborhood. Using the “I just moved here” line will work wonders for approaching the friendly locals you will meet and also your new neighbors. Experience tourist life Take some time for yourself to explore and appreciate your new city. Grab a guidebook and discover some of the local cultural spots. Or take a look at Crown’s destination guides for some inspiration. To understand the local culture is to appreciate the history of the place that you will now call home. Meet other expats Austrian people living in the country or other foreigners can help you get integrated. They are in the same situation as you, and they have probably been through similar issues. Connect with them via Facebook or Whatsapp and don’t be afraid to join them when they gather for a coffee!