A few notes based on my experiences: 1. Decide who you want to be in your new country, and be that person from absolute day one. Changes of setting are one of

A few notes based on my experiences: 1. Decide who you want to be in your new country, and be that person from absolute day one. Changes of setting are one of the most effective ways to end bad habits and start new ones. Want to wake up for sunrise and jog on the beach every day? Start the habit from day one. 2. 'Visa-Runs,' do work many places outside of N. America/Europe, but they must be done religiously. Miss one, and you could face massive penalties. 3. Go with a business to maintain, not a business idea to build, and be sure to have a strong support team in the U.S., and at least a handful of well-enough connected friends in the country you choose. 4. It's really tough to choose an International Health Insurance plan, but don't let the vast array of options deter you from doing so. Sure, health costs are low in many places, but a plan with MedEvac benefits included can really provide added peace of mind. 5. Make friends with motorcycle or taxi drivers, and pay them very well. These guys are the eyes and ears of the city you have made home, and being on their good side is very beneficial, and enjoyable. 6. Compensate for time differences with prompt and reliable communication. People learn not to expect responses from you right away, but if you can establish a system where clients and partners know there will be a response in their inbox by the time they wake up, the distance is less noticeable. 7. It's not easy, but can be an incredible lifestyle for those who go 'all in.'