Tour Expectations

What to See, Do, and Ask about on a Discovery Tour

This isn’t a vacation. It’s a test drive for your future life. These small-group tours (6-10 people) are designed to give you a real, unfiltered experience of what living abroad could actually feel like — from housing and healthcare to grocery runs and neighborhood walks.

Here’s what you’ll explore:

🏡 Housing & Neighborhoods

Tour real rental properties in three different price ranges: lowmid, and high, so you can compare space, quality, and value

Visit neighborhoods across the city or region — during the day and at night — to get a feel for the pace, vibe, and safety

Learn how local rentals work: deposits, lease lengths, furnished vs. unfurnished, and what’s usually included

Ask about pet policies, utilities, and local tips for finding the best deals

Understand the difference between "online listings" and what's actually available when you're on the ground

💵 Money, Banking & Cost of Living

Meet with a local banker or expat financial expert to discuss how to handle your money abroad

Learn about currency exchange, transfers, fees, and tax implications

Build a sample monthly budget based on actual prices for food, transport, rent, and more

🩺 Healthcare & Wellness

Visit public and private clinics to compare services, wait times, and costs

Stop by pharmacies to see what meds are available and how prescriptions work

Optional: schedule a low-cost dental checkup ($20–100) or eye exam (~$10) while you're here

Learn how to find a family doctor, OB/GYN, or specialist

Check out health insurance options for residents and expats

📚 Schools, Kids & Family Life

Tour local schools or colleges (public, bilingual, and international options)

Meet with staff and other expat parents to talk about education quality and costs

Learn about youth activities, clubs, and resources to help kids adjust

🐾 Pets & Pet Services

Visit a local vet to learn about animal care and import requirements

Explore pet-friendly housing, laws, and parks

Check out pet stores for pricing on food, grooming, and supplies

📑 Residency, Visas & Legal Support

Meet with an immigration lawyer to understand what visas you qualify for and what the process looks like

Talk with a local notary and a document translation company — important steps for your move

Ask about how to get a driver’s license, register your residence, and other bureaucratic stuff that can feel overwhelming

🛍️ Grocery Runs & Real-Life Errands

Shop at supermarkets, farmers markets, butchers, and fishmongers

Try your hand at buying from a local vendor or stall (yep, we’ll guide you through it)

Visit the mall, corner stores, and pharmacies — see what’s available and how the shopping experience really feels

Optional: try cooking a meal at your apartment with what you find

🧠 Ask Locals Everything

Meet real locals and expats who’ve been in your shoes

Ask them about what they wish they knew, how long it took to adjust, what caught them off guard

Get honest feedback on lifestyle, safety, bureaucracy, and culture shocks

🧾 Utilities, Phones & Everyday Logistics

Learn how utilities (electric, internet, water) are set up, paid for, and managed

Ask about local cell phone plans and how to get a SIM card or long-term setup

Tour post offices or municipal buildings so you know where to go when it matters

✨ Cultural Immersion & Fun

Attend a local festival or traditional cooking class (included in all tour packages; scheduled as available)

Try a new activity — like a walking tour, or language lesson

Enjoy interactive shopping experiences where you can really engage (not just browse)

🛠️ Bonus: Strategy & Support (Optional)

If you’ve booked the Strategy & Beyond package, you’ll also have:

A one-on-one session to review your personal relocation strategy

Help choosing a city that fits your goals and lifestyle

Continued access to support (via WhatsApp or email) before and after your move

Bottom line:

This isn’t about sightseeing. It’s about stepping into your potential life abroad — walking the streets, testing the systems, and asking the questions that matter. You won’t justseethe place — you’ll feel what it might be like to actuallylivethere.

Wondering What Life Abroad Could Look Like for You?