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The U.S. Department of State estimates that around 9 million Americans live abroad — which could be for any number of reasons, including work, family, or simply a personal attachment to another...
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14 October 2012 Immigration & Residency 0 Editor's Note: The following article is based on an article written by I.J. Zemelman, EA, the tax Operations Director at Taxes for Expats. This is...
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Whether you're working abroad, retiring in another country, or living the digital nomad lifestyle, expat travel insurance is a crucial investment. Unlike standard travel insurance, which is ideal for short trips, expat...
Kyoto is ideal for cultural immersion without physical strain Retirement is not the end of adventure. It is the beginning of slow travel, long-overdue holidays, and finally ticking off those bucket-list destinations....
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It seemed like such a good idea at the time: My husband Barry and I would visit Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage city in the south of Ecuador, staying in a private...
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Toasted ham baguettes in hand, we cheered as the new-generation Nightjet drew into Vienna Hauptbahnhof. It was a little before 7pm, and as the carriages hummed past I felt a rush of...
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Every year, thousands of International Living readers share where they’re dreaming of living next. Of course, Portugal, Spain, and France still top the charts, but it’s the emerging spots that are catching...
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Every year, thousands of International Living readers take a moment to dream big and tell us exactly where they’d move if they could pack up tomorrow.It’s not just about escaping the daily...
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"How are Americans being received abroad these days? Are we still welcome?”It’s a fair question — and one we’ve heard more often lately, especially with headlines swirling about overtourism, gentrification protests, and...
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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, has done it again. This historic gem in the Colonial Highlands was just named the No. 1 city in the world in Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s...
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(Credit: Benjamin Clapp / Shutterstock) In a nutshell Nearly half (49%) of American expats are considering renouncing their U.S. citizenship, a 63% jump from last year driven by political frustration and tax...
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It's a sunny morning in Montevideo, and I’m strolling along the water’s edge, watching the ships as joggers, cyclists, and rollerbladers pass by.The outdoor fitness culture is one of the city’s main...
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Delta flyers rejoice: Better (and more) Delta One seats are on their way … eventually. That's the main takeaway from an interview with Paul Baldoni, the new senior vice president of network...
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There’s a difference between the world’s most affordable place to live and the cheapest places to qualify for residency. When clients ask about the cheapest countries to move to, I always ask for clarification about what they are...
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Mexico’s real estate market is surging as foreign buyers seek affordable homes and high ROI in hotspots like Puerto Vallarta. Find out what’s fueling the boom. A surge in international interest is...
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About 17 years ago, a trusted contact promised that if I could withstand a bumpy drive, I’d get to see one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Panama.It was a...
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In 1990, the median rent for an unfurnished apartment was around $375, and the median home cost was around $120,000. I don’t know what you’re paying now, but I bet it’s more...
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There’s something special about solo travel: the freedom to explore entirely on our own terms offers liberation and self-discovery. Only when I travel solo do I feel I have the space to...
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For United States citizens living abroad, it is difficult to keep track of many of life's constants, especially when it comes to taxes. Therefore, it is important to be aware of what...
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“What’s your favorite Greek island? Which one is best to retire to?”These are two of the most common questions I hear, and it’s no surprise. With more than 100 inhabited islands, Greece...
