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More countries are seeing the benefits of having professionals who work remotely come for extended stays. Puerto Rico’s Governor Pedro Pierluisi signed into law in January the Act to Facilitate the Implementation...
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Aside from its breathtaking beauty and being the most populous island in Samoa, Upolu boasts a rather more dubious claim – it’s home to the remotest McDonald’s restaurant on earth. Located some...
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Image credit: Mariah Tyler © Retiring abroad has many benefits, including cultural enrichment and taking advantage of a better — and often healthier — quality of life. And in some cases, spending...
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Moving to Mexico is incredibly exciting but comes with its own set of challenges. For many of us who have made the move – either full-time or part-time, short-term or long-term –...
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Phuket residents have been pushing for the expulsion of Swiss national Urs “David” Fehr, 45, after he allegedly kicked a female doctor and accused her of trespassing on his property.The incident took...
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It might seem odd, but the roots of the United States’ Citizenship-Based Taxation (CBT) – a tax which causes expats so many sleepless nights – are mired firmly in the aftermath of the nation’s...
23. I talk to strangersWhen I’m alone and spurred on by loneliness, I have wonderful conversations with strangers – both other travellers and people who live locally – that I wouldn’t have...
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Real estate prices in Phuket have increased over the past few years due to an influx of foreign buyers.For a slower pace of life, many expats head north to Chiang Mai. Nestled...
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Share The Article Last Updated 2 months agoOther than being America's go-to country for sunny vacations, Mexico has become one of the world's leading digital nomad havens, highly sought-after for its lower...
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Property values in Singapore have increased significantly over the past decade. Besides getting your visa, the main cost of retiring in Singapore will certainly be housing.To purchase property, prices range from S$30,000...
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"Moving here was one of the best decisions I ever made," says Bev Berry, an adventurous Californian who traded the US for the tranquil shores of Lake Arenal in Costa Rica.Bev's spirit...
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The U.S. State Department and various U.S. Embassies are advising travelers to remain vigilant of their surroundings as they embark on trips to several international destinations for this spring break. Here are...
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As you read this article at your desk in your pajamas (or at your desk in your office, wishing you were still able to work at home in your pjs), you don’t...
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It might seem unusual to compare life in Mexico and Portugal, but it’s a common comparison for many Americans considering moving abroad, particularly for retirement. In the past, Mexico and other Latin...
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29th February, 2024 in Expat Advice – 4m read There can be a lot to juggle when you move abroad, but luckily, technology is here to help us. From learning the local...
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Moving abroad has exploded over the last couple of years, with loads more of us considering life as a digital nomad or an expat. It was revealed this week that Cape Town is...
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If you’ve ever considered living abroad, then there’s a lot to consider. The expat community will be a factor for some ‒ just because you are no longer in the UK doesn’t...
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Loud — but not so proud. An ashamed U.S. expat is begging her fellow citizens to tone things down while abroad, saying the rest of the world sees Americans — perhaps unsurprisingly...
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While the costs of everyday life may be rising back home, there are places overseas where $1,500 a month covers you for housing, healthcare, food, fun…the whole nine yards. And that’s for...
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There’s plenty to consider if you’re tempted by a lifestyle as an expat. Everything from your personal safety to the buzz of a city is likely on your list of swaying factors,...
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