Why I Chose Albania Over Georgia

Before I ever set foot in Albania, I had my heart set on a completely different country. In this video I'm walking you through the real decision-making process — the reverse culture shock that pushed me to leave Canada again, why Georgia was the "obvious" choice, the one YouTube video that changed everything, and the tax surprise nobody warns you about once you're actually living here. Thinking about relocating and stuck comparing countries? I put together arrival support packages — from simple airport transfers to a full Soft Landing — to make your first steps easier. Linked below. 📩 Get my free relocation tips in your inbox: https://canucksabroad.kit.com ⏰ Don't forget: the last Sunday of every month is a live Q&A — come with your questions. Timestamps below 👇 0:00 – Introduction 0:58 – Why I left Canada (reverse culture shock after China) 3:33 – Deciding to leave again 4:47 – How Albania ended up on my radar 5:22 – Comparing Albania's 90-day visa vs. Georgia's 1-year visa 7:42 – The $10 flight to Italy that sealed the deal 8:26 – Booking the ticket before the work permit was confirmed 9:44 – Life in Albania a year and a half later 10:16 – The tax surprise I didn't see coming 12:03 – Would I choose Albania again? 🍁 About Canucks Abroad: I'm Christine, a Canadian who's lived abroad twice — 7 years in China, and now in Tirana, Albania. Canucks Abroad is where I share honest, first-hand advice on relocating, budgeting, and building a life overseas, without the highlight-reel version.