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For many expats, choosing a retirement destination is dependent on the standard of healthcare that country provides—and understandably so. In this next stage of your life, you want to ensure you have...
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Thailand is one of the world’s most popular locales for good living abroad. And there are lots of reasons why. For pennies on the dollar, you get a year-round tropical climate and...
Image Credit: Bruce Yuanyue Bi/Getty Images If 2024 is your year for retirement, then one, congratulations, and two, we’ve got a destination for you to consider moving to in your golden years....
Portugal Digital Nomad Visas allow remote workers and freelancers to get residency in the country. Residents from non-EU countries can apply for residency in Portugal through this visa type. Portugal Digital Nomad...
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Visa rules and regulations are always in flux in Thailand. Pattaya Mail gives at the beginning of every year a summary of the current Thai visa regulations. The emphasis below is on...
While the term “perfect climate” means something different for everyone, in International Living’s 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index, we’ve compiled a list of countries with the most varied weather systems to suit...
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When deciding to live in Bali, the most asked question is, “Where’s the best location for me?”The island of Bali is around 95 miles wide and spans 70 miles north to south,...
Most American, Canadian, and European expats in Costa Rica spend much less money on day-to-day expenses than they do in their home countries. Cost of living, of course, depends on lifestyle. But...
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The vast majority of Mexico-based foreign retirees and other older expats are satisfied with their life here and feel safe in the country, according to the results of a recent survey.Conducted by...
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When moving to a new country, nothing is more important than having the correct visa and residency permit. Like the rest of the EU, Spain follows a fairly straightforward visa procedure. For...
Foto: holaeveryone.com I know many foreign expats and retirees who make it just fine in the Dominican Republic without knowing much Spanish. It’s possible, especially if you live in a community or...
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Expat Life in Mexico CityQUICK SUMMARY- EXPAT BUDGET IN CDMXLow cost of living under $2,000 per monthHigh quality of life with dining out and servicesVibrant expat social scene and activitiesDelicious, eclectic food...
By Wendy JusticeIf you’re considering retiring to Mexico, either part-time or full-time, you’re not alone. More than 2 million U.S. and Canadian citizens have moved to Mexico for a better life; it’s...
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By Tuula RampontFrance is a land of easy living, gourmet cuisine, and beautiful landscapes stretching from the Normandy seacoast to the sun-splashed beaches of the Cote d’Azur. With so much beauty and...
Citing its tropical climate, low cost of living and affordable health care, Costa Rica is the best place to retire, according to Internationalliving.com’s Annual Global Retirement Index for 2024. It’s the third...
Real Estate A boomer who left the Bay Area to travel around Asia and the Caribbean explains how it's made his life cheaper and more peaceful Noah Sheidlower 2024-01-02T11:06:01Z Steve Lopes...
Have you ever fantasized about quitting your job and moving to a place where it’s so affordable that you don’t need to work? Or perhaps you just want to move out of...
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You’ve probably heard of Uruguay—a land of natural beauty, first-world comforts, and social stability.But what about the cost of living in Uruguay?Compared to the U.S., Uruguay isn’t, across-the-board, less expensive. Some things...
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By Rachel DevlinYou can live well in Thailand for just under $2,000 per month. Where you decide to settle will have a large impact on your monthly expenses. Thailand is home to...
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Portugal offers the lowest cost of living in Western Europe, where a couple can live nicely on $2,500 to $3,000 a month outside of the major cities. Bump that budget up a...
