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Economy A boomer couple who retired early to Colombia explains their 'exit strategy' and how much they now pay in monthly expenses Ayelet Sheffey 2024-06-09T09:47:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email...
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Medellín, the “City of Eternal Spring” is the second-largest city in Colombia after Bogotá.
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More and more pensioners are retiring to Colombia, according to the United States’ Social Security Administration, which sent 6,704 retirement checks to expat pensioners in Colombian cities in 2017 alone. That’s an...
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In a café in the Laureles district of Medellin, Jhon Carlos is describing the moment that he first met Pablo Escobar. “I was a teenage criminal; he was the king of cocaine....
Safety and security always come up when people mention Colombia. Thirty years ago, when Cali and Medellin were battlegrounds for their respective and rival cartels, murder and mayhem led to the country...
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Share The Article Last Updated 1 month agoIf you're looking for great culture, amazing beaches, and a low cost of living, these are the best Latin American countries with digital nomad visas...
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For many Americans, the fact that they have a shiny blue passport is what should lend them entry anywhere. As most folks know, migrants in the Americas are opting to come to...
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QUICK SUMMARY- Focuses on expat neighborhoods of Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, and Recoleta.View affordable rent options as low as $400/month.See spacious apartments with amenities like pools, gyms, and security.Even with inflation, housing...
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Translated by Andrés Martínez ForeroA recent report from the Colombian Chamber of E-Commerce (CCCE) provided an in-depth analysis of the current state of tourism in Colombia, highlighting Bogotá as the second favorite...
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For expats seeking an affordable, high-quality lifestyle abroad, the healthcare systems in Latin America are a major draw. This region boasts some of the most cost-effective medical care globally while still maintaining...
Share The Article Last Updated 58 seconds agoIt goes without saying how popular Medellin has become over the years. Although, it does have its fair share of drawbacks. Expats have long viewed...
Share The Article Last Updated 6 mins agoMore Americans than ever before are living the digital nomad lifestyle, and these are the top five destinations abroad they're living in. According to recent...
Sunday 28 April 2024 9:02 am New districts in the city of Medellin, Colombia, are visitable for the first time (Photo: Omar Portello)New districts in the city of Medellin, Colombia, are visitable...
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QUICK SUMMARY- Living costs in Palermo Hollywood are lower compared to similar neighborhoods in the US, especially when it comes to dining out.Palermo Hollywood offers a diverse food scene with options ranging...
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I vividly remember the first time I traveled. I was 10 years old when my mother sent my brother and I to Mombasa, Kenya. She's Kenyan and wanted us to experience our...
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With winter creeping in and dreams of sandy beaches or tropical escapes filling our minds, now's the perfect time to double-check the latest Canada travel advisories that could impact your upcoming travel...
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Where are the cheapest cities to live as a digital nomad? This is one of the most popular questions amongst those who choose to travel the world while working remotely from their...
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It’s time to start searching for the best cities for digital nomads in winter. Let’s face it; nobody actually likes living in freezing cold temperatures during the winter. The sun sets too...
Share The Article Gorgeous as it may be, with its rich biodiversity, centuries-old colonial towns, and delectable cuisine, South America is not exactly well-reputed for being the safest continent compared to Europe,...
Ever dreamt of switching the daily grind for an ocean breeze? How about trading a full email inbox for a cocktail refill, or replacing grey skies with blue horizons? Thanks to an emerging...
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This story was produced by our colleagues at the BBC. Colombia has become a top destination for so-called “digital nomads,” or remote workers. That’s particularly the case for the city of Medellín. While...
