What do expats find most challenging?

"The SMOG!!! The TRAFFIC!!! and the POLLUTION!! Everyone just throws rubbish about and they don't care about the environment. Very sad. Also missing access to the outdoors (too hot here and too many snakes and bugs that bite) and playing sport," said a member in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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"Expats in Kuala Lumpur often find the local culture to be quite different from what they are used to. One of the most challenging aspects of the local culture is the language barrier, as English is not widely spoken. Additionally, the local customs and etiquette can be difficult to navigate, as they are quite different from those of other countries. Furthermore, the local cuisine can be quite spicy and unfamiliar to those who are not used to it. Finally, the hot and humid climate can be difficult to adjust to for those who are not used to it," remarked another expat who made the move to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.