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“Italians really know how to live” is a phrase I’ve heard multiple times from people who visit Italy, even for a short time.And it’s no surprise.Life in Italy isn’t focused around having a career...
International Living
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"I Appreciate the Friendship, Natural Beauty, and Community Spirit"Name: Joey Stanton From: New York, New York Living in: Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka"Sri Lanka, with its simplicity of life, easy-going people, and rich culture, all combine to...
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Moving to Spain is an exciting adventure, filled with the promise of new experiences, a rich cultural tapestry, and a Mediterranean lifestyle many can only dream of. However, this transition can also...
The warm, sunny climate, rich history, diverse culture, stunning beaches, delicious cuisine, and friendly people have made Spain a popular retirement destination for many people.Located on the southwestern tip of Europe, Spain...
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Expat favorite Portugal has been busy on the legislative front in 2023.Back in February, the Portuguese Prime Minister announced his intention to abolish its famous residential Golden Visa. This gave foreigners long-term...
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For anyone who’s considering a move to Costa Rica, visiting the country as a tourist is always the first step to scouting your new home.If the day comes that you decide that...
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By Seán Keenan and John Wallace"Island living" conjures up deserted beaches, swaying palm trees, and cocktails at sunset. The Caribbean… the South Pacific… the Maldives.But if you add in layers of history,...
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Bosnia and Herzegovina is simply majestic—Brooding, dramatic mountains sweep down to give way to scenic parades of rolling hills and tranquil meandering rivers. Accompanying this kaleidoscope of natural beauty, this small nation...
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"We wanted to retire early. We won't be able to climb mountains forever, so we decided to start enjoying those adventures sooner rather than later," says Stephanie Ruiz of the life she's...
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The clock strikes midnight, and the night sky is filled with screams.Don’t worry, you’re not in the midst of a horror film.It’s September 16th—Día de la Independencia de México, or Mexican Independence...
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"I knew I was never going to retire in the U.S.," says Rose Aletti.After a career in medical coding and data input in Greensboro, North Carolina, the adventure of Latin American living...
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It all started on a work trip. One of those moments when you see somebody doing what you want to do and realize… it could be you.In 2008, Mel Rhoden visited Costa...
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It’s your last chance for a Portuguese residential Golden Visa… I mean it this time.Back in early spring, the Portuguese Prime Minister announced that his government planned to abolish the residential option...
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A reader recently asked me about Costa Rica's response to climate change, and it got me thinking about how Costa Rica is an eco-friendly destination. That made me want to dig deeper...
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The beauty, attractions, and history of Italy are all so alluring that visitors quickly get seduced and start dreaming of living here. What many don’t realize on those initial travels is that...
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For our 2023 Retirement Index, we have combined the Visa and Residency and Benefits and Discounts categories. In all of the countries listed below, you’ll encounter a reasonable cost of living, an...
When my husband Michael and I decided to visit England this summer, I saw a great opportunity for him to see a different side of life than our normal quick visit to...
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Indulging in a destination's local dishes is probably the best part of every vacation. Not only do you meet the locals and visit their tourist spots, but you also get a taste...
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Take your wildest retirement fantasies, add a touch of bravery and oodles of down-to-earth charm, and you’ll tap into the enviable lifestyle of Robert and Wendy Arbeit.Former lawyers by trade, the Arbeits...
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A few years ago, I would’ve lumped Croatia in with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, and Slovenia—eastern European countries with recent Soviet pasts and struggles for independence. There was a certain stony austereness...
