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Navigating Medicare while living overseas can be complex, but understanding the basics can help you make informed decisions. This guide covers everything expats and frequent travelers need to know about Medicare eligibility,...
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Every country has different requirements for pet importation, so it’s crucial to research the specific rules of your destination well in advance.If you’re taking your pet abroad, first and foremost, make sure...
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Steve Garfink is our resident Social Security expert. He is a long-time International Living member, the author of the book Social Security Secrets, a regular contributor here, and a popular speaker at...
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There are plenty of reasons why singles are choosing to relocate overseas:Many destinations offer a comfortable lifestyle for a fraction of what you’d spend back home. Housing, healthcare, and everyday expenses can...
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San Pancho isn’t just a town—it’s a secret, hidden in plain sight. Tucked away just 25 miles north of Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), it’s a beachside haven so beloved that locals...
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Let me start with my conclusion: A second passport just became more valuable than ever. If you have a path to one—take it. And don’t wait. Here’s why I say that... On...
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“You left California to live here? Why?”In our village of Nadur, Gozo, we answer this question more than any other when discussing our expat move from Northern California to Malta. We’ve lived...
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After the global financial crisis of the early 2010s, many European countries adopted policies to encourage immigration by those with money to spend or invest. Nearly two decades on, that’s changing… and...
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New Zealand holds a special place in the imagination. It’s long been seen as the most exotic and inaccessible of the English colonial nations. Its natural beauty, remoteness from the world’s population...
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The United States threw off the British yoke 276 years ago. Now, many Americans want to become subjects of the Crown once again.A recent article in the respected British financial outlet, The...
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Costa Rica is one of the most popular retirement havens in Central America. Expats have been flocking here for more than 40 years. And when you are living in Costa Rica you...
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Slovenia is a small, picturesque country in Central Europe that is often overlooked by expats. With its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and surprisingly affordable cost of living, Slovenia is quickly becoming...
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Brimming with geographical diversity, stunning wildlife, a deep sense of culture and a rich history, Panama is an expat destination extraordinaire.And on the southern tip of the Azuero Peninsula along Panama's picturesque...
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Older than Rome, Ascoli Piceno is an unforgettable, splendidly decorated hidden gem of Italy. Built entirely of carved travertine and punctuated by 50 towers, it is an architectural inspiration. Located between the...
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“Leaving the U.S. was a difficult decision since I’ve spent most of my life there, but I knew it was time to start a new chapter,” said Dori, an American expat living...
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One of my roles here at International Living is to offer one-on-one consultations with people looking to move or invest abroad.Lately, my metaphorical phone has been ringing off the hook. Just after...
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Kefalonia, cradled by the azure waters of the Ionian Sea, is a Greek island like no other. With its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, it has long drawn travelers seeking...
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Portugal and Greece have much in common.They’re both Mediterranean countries with a deep connection to the sea. They enjoy temperate climates. The cost of living is low, and the quality of life...
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Eight years ago, floating 300 yards above a terracotta neighborhood, I decided to make Medellín my home.I was on the Metrocable line, a gondola, suspended on the wires connecting the communities sprawling...
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You might think moving to somewhere as far away as Thailand would mean detaching from your favorite American pastimes and saying goodbye to your most precious comfort zones. But you'd be wrong.Many...
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