There is a magical undercurrent that pervades Portugal, a sense of a carefully preserved past. Golden beaches with sparkling clean waters line the western and southern coastlines. Flower-filled meadows stretch toward sloping...
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Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, serving as the capital of the region of Murcia and its center of culture and history. Lying at the confluence of the Segura and Guadalentín...
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One of the biggest perks of living in Portugal is the easy access to so many other European countries. So when my husband, Keith and I were invited to a wedding on...
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How do you travel if you can’t afford the trip? That was the dilemma I faced back in 2010, when, after spending over 30 years working in the financial services industry, I...
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With costs such as healthcare constantly on the rise in the U.S. and our retirement approaching, in 2016 my husband Dan and I started casting about for a new country to call...
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It was 2017 when a devastating category four hurricane named Harvey made landfall in Houston, Texas. More than two feet of rain fell in 24-hours submerging one-third of the city of two...
If you’re like me, taking a walk opens your mind to exploring new possibilities that often can’t penetrate when you’re preoccupied with getting life done.It was the summer of 2017. My husband...
By Karen Lefebvre-ChristouWhen considering a move abroad, Greece stands out as a country with much to offer, whether you prefer mountains or seaside, mainland or island living. With fresh, healthy, delicious food,...
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Spain’s Mediterranean beach resorts and dynamic cities are alluring destinations for most expats. However, for those seeking a quieter life immersed in traditional Spanish culture, small pueblos off the beaten path offer...
Panama stands out among the world’s expat destinations because it offers solid infrastructure and First World amenities close to North America.And when it comes to value and variety, Panama can’t be beaten....
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Retiring in Europe can be an affordable option for North Americans if they look to sunny Portugal. A once-hidden gem, this tiny country on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula is...
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In a lush green valley, 5,000 feet above sea level and surrounded by verdant mountains, sits the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Medellín, Colombia.Known as "The City of Eternal Spring," it’s a...
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Retiring in Spain has become increasingly popular among North Americans in recent years. Spain is known for its beautiful beaches, rich history and culture, and warm climate. All of these factors make...
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Belize may not offer the lowest cost of living compared to other Caribbean countries, but most expats find that it’s still well below their home country. With experience, expats can learn to...
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Europe offers a plethora of unique countries for people planning to retire overseas. Since the pandemic, and general political/economic instability, many North Americans are reassessing retirement and looking for more affordable, stable...
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Living in Italy is significantly less expensive than living in the U.S. The simplest reason is that housing and health insurance costs are much lower. But it doesn’t stop there.The most important...
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Venice spreads before me like a dream, conjuring up images of the watery realm from another time, its beauty immortalized by poets over the centuries. I could only imagine how it looked...
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Many people have an outdated perspective of life in Colombia. The dark days of Pablo Escobar and the drug cartels that are still portrayed in the Netflix series Narcos, are long gone....
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Affordability is often the single-most influential factor in choosing an overseas retirement destination. After all, who wants to spend their golden years counting pennies and wondering how far the next Social Security...
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“As far as I’m concerned,” James McKinnon says, “the weather here is perfect. No central heating, no need for air conditioning. It’s one of the reasons I chose to live here.”We’re in...
