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,...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you’re considering retirement abroad, you need information, and you need lots of it. But more than that, you need guidance on how to interpret that information. That’s what we’re here for,...
By Karen Lefebvre-ChristouIf the great Mediterranean weather, amazing food, hospitable people, and the opportunity to island-hop wasn’t already enough, the cost of living may be one more reason to lure you to...
Considering your retirement? If so, you might want to reconsider any thought you had given to doing so in Spain.According to a recent survey, Spain is one of the worst countries in...
By Jessica RameschPanama’s reputation as an affordable retirement haven is well deserved. Take one look at the gleaming skyscrapers that define Panama City’s skyline, and you’ll wonder whether your plane landed in...
It’s that time of year when media companies and publishing houses (including my own) release their lists of predictions for the year to come. My team at Live And Invest Overseas is...
What happens when your sunny life as an expatriate retiree abroad turns into a hazy shade of winter?Portugal, once among the most welcoming countries for Americans seeking a warm, sunny and exotic...