Mind How you Go

Mind how you go

We asked 500 recent Irish emigrants to reflect on the ups and downs of moving abroad. 'Mind How You Go' is based on their experiences. We hope their advice will help make your journey easier

Before you go

woman pushing luggage

airport control tower

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thinking about researching on a tablet or in the library

Man

thinking about researching on a smartphone or desktop computer

After you arrive

runway

airplane

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changing expectations

Statue of Liberty

The Eiffel Tower

The Gherkin, London

Sun

rain

cloud

I didn't think it would be as hard to get a job... That knocked my confidence a little

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Sad face

most positive experience

Making new friends from far and wide - opening up my small island mind.

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most challenging experience

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Homesickness

Sometimes I'd just love to pop home for a cup of tea and a chat with my mam and dad.

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Advice

Make sure you do lots of research! Speak to others who have done it.

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