I moved to Mexico by myself without knowing the language. Here are 5 things I'd tell someone making an international move.

• • Brittany Vargas moved to Oaxaca City, Mexico without knowing anyone there.
  • She advises doing a vibe check ahead of time and choosing a place to live based on cultural fit.
  • Living abroad can be exhausting, and it's okay to take a break when you need one. 

When I moved to Oaxaca City, Mexico, I didn't have any contacts, know the language or even have a place to live. Still, it was a pretty smooth process.