If you’re planning on moving abroad, whether for the long term or the short term, you might find yourself drawn to Asia, where the cost of living is generally pretty cheap and jobs for English speakers tend to pay pretty well. However, if you’re headed to Asia from the West, you’ll find that there are differences in everything from food and etiquette to real estate and business. It can be challenging to get into the rhythm of the place you’ve chosen as your new home, but it’s infinitely rewarding to find yourself feeling comfortable in a place that once felt so foreign. Here are five tips to smooth your transition: