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Bangkok and Pattaya continue to attract a diverse expat population, with thousands of retirees, professionals, and digital nomads choosing these vibrant cities for their unique lifestyle, business opportunities, and affordable living. (File...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinThinking about living abroad? You’ve come to the right place. International Living just released its Annual Global Retirement Index—which highlights the best places to move (or...
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Do expats choose to mark the quintessentially American festivity abroad and if so, what traditions do they keep up? ADVERTISEMENTAs preparations are finalised across the US for Thanksgiving, hundreds of thousands of...
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President-elect Donald Trump pledged last month to eliminate “the double taxation of overseas Americans.” Never mind the clumsy wording — taxes on U.S. citizens working abroad aren’t excessive so much as excessively...
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Residing in Greece as an American expat has inspired me to honor and engage with the layers of tradition that reflect both my American origins and the richly woven culture surrounding me....
Relocating to another country is a tough decision and there is a lot to take into consideration before committing. One way to gather tips and advice is by looking to others who...
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ACCRA, Ghana — Before the election, some folks — including certain celebrities — talked big about up and leaving the country if Donald Trump was reelected. Now that he has been, will...
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It was 2006 when I moved to Mexico, fulfilling a lifelong dream of living in a tropical climate. I chose Mazatlán, a mid-size city on the west coast, which I had fallen...
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There’s a lot to consider when deciding on the best city to live in. From career opportunities and cost of living to personal safety and social scene, settling on the right city...
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Tom Zachystal is president of International Asset Management providing financial planning and investment advice for Americans living abroad. There’s always increased interest in moving abroad in election years, and 2024 is no...
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There is a sad irony in the timing of the publication of a global survey that names Valencia - which, at the end of October, was devastated by the deadliest floods in...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinLooking for the best cities to live in the world? You’re not alone: In the wake of the U.S. presidential election, droves of Americans are thinking...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinLooking for the best cities to live in the world? You’re not alone: In the wake of the U.S. presidential election, droves of Americans are thinking...
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Living overseas can sometimes feel like a complete detachment from reality. In a city as thrilling as Tokyo, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement and adventure of immersing ourselves...
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Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which earn me a small commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Thank you for reading and supporting my blog!Fast WiFi, white sand...
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Highlighting overtourism and environmental concerns, Fodor’s Travel unveils destinations that travellers should reconsider visiting in 2025.Fodor’s Travel, the US-based travel guide website, has published its annual list of destinations best avoided in...
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Image Image Credit Punnawit Suwuttananun via Getty Images Image Alt Tbilisi capital city of Georgia in a morning sunrise, Georgia city Image Size landscape-medium Image Position center Looking for an affordable yet...
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In 1994, Edward Thompson (ET to his friends) boarded a plane in Houston and landed in Bangkok, Thailand. He'd been recruited by a large hospitality and food service company called "The Minor...
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FORTUNE collaborator Charles Bruce explains how Trump can follow through on his campaign promise to stop double-taxing American expats. In the final weeks of his campaign, President-elect Donald Trump appealed to an...
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Photo AFPJAKARTA – Indonesia has been the world's most generous country for the seventh consecutive year since 2017, reported the local weekly magazine Tempo.According to the UK-based Charity Aid Foundation (CAF)’s annual...
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