A lot of people who leave Nigeria tend to only think about just leaving to work until they can achieve stability to simply keep working and maintain the stability, but I don't want to fall into that loop. I know life gets real once you leave and start hustling for that stability and then going on these vacations just becomes impossible. I want to actually enjoy this life to the fullest before kids come into the picture.
First of all, congratulations Mrs. Wishing you all the best this new phase of your life brings.
Speaking about travel...work-life balance, I think it all depends on a several things and everyone's experience is different.
For my wife and I, the major challenge was getting jobs with took roughly 3 months (due to language barrier). The work is demanding but we only get to do that 3-2 times a week and we live VERY comfortable lives.
I'm planing a vacation next month which would not cost more than £300. So like I said, it all depends on where you are relocating to...
I believe that the moment I leave the country, I need to get to serious work. I have to start considering having kids and making investments to ensure I don't keep working beyond a decade or two. It probably won't be the case entirely but I know there's a slim chance I'll get a vacation within the first 2 years. Also, why postpone enjoyment?
You have no idea how happy I am that you and her have finally left and are stable enough to start enjoying life. I'm really excited for you guys. Be sure to send her my love!