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 actually asking. For in-country cost of living, the twenty-three…

Any American moving to Argentina has stumbled on a really good idea. People underestimate what a great place South America is to call home. Argentina has everything from real life cowboys called gauchos to the world renowned opera house Teatro Colón. You can stuff your face with asado barbecue while…

If something in your gut is pulling you to consider moving to Chile from the U.S. then this article is for you. In geography I learned about Chile as the long narrow country in South America. But, you might not know that Chile includes many chains of islands, 43,471 to be exact. Among them is the…

Privileged Americans have historically not looked at the benefits of moving to become an expat in Honduras. Latin America has always been portrayed as quite a scary and undesirable place to be from. People who know better have embraced the friendly people living in the tropical paradise of Honduras.…

No, it doesn’t shock me that you’re thinking about moving to Peru. The people in your life might question your sanity for trading the greatest country on earth to living in a developing country. But I’m not brainwashed like they are. It totally makes sense that you are in search of international…

My gut tells me there are very few Americans living in Nicaragua. As I took a closer look at Nicaragua it started to look like one of those diamond in the rough expat destinations that is going to explode once people find out about it. Americans love sandy beaches and a luscious tropical rainforest…

Most people would never think moving to France would ever be a possibility for them. And I’m sure you didn’t expect to see a French visa on the list of cheapest places to qualify for residency. I’ve got a surprise for you! The French government actually controls eleven other places that your French…

If you’re thinking about moving to Colombia from the US for a long term escape from the hustle culture, this article is for you. U.S. citizens are desperately looking for options to become legal residents outside of the USA. Colombia combines affordable cost with very affordable visa requirements.…

Living in Dominican Republic was a dream come true. Back in 2020 my family found refuge from the pandemic in a small town on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. It was the perfect place for my girls to soak in the sun, get back to school, and connect with nature. The Caribbean Islands are a…

​I’ll be honest, before I started looking into living in Latvia I couldn’t have named a single city or located it on a map. The only time I had ever heard of Latvia was when Winston Bishop talked about his basketball career in the New Girl. But, in recent years I’ve spent a significant amount of…

There are so many amazing reasons to move to Ecuador. If becoming an Ecuador expat is on your mind, you’ll find everything you need in this guide. Before you know it you could be living the simple life outside of the United States. The place you currently live might have warmer months or one perfect…

There is a tendency for Americans to feel drawn to Latin American countries for proximity and staying within the same time zone. If you anticipate frequent trips back to your home country, think about moving to Guatemala. Once home to early Mayan civilization, the Guatemalan government has created…

Living in Western Europe is a dream come true for US citizens trying to escape American tyranny. We’ve got sandy beaches, major cities, and great food in Portugal. If you’re thinking of moving to Portugal then you’ll find every nitty gritty detail within this blog. There’s conflicting information…

It might feel like a big move to escape the United States and head for Uruguay. But, when you are living in Uruguay as an expat the time zone is only one hour forward from New York City. Honestly, anything international feels like a jump into the big scary unknown, which is fair. One of the things I…

There are new reasons every day for Americans to plan their exit. In recent years Latin America has emerged as a safe respite filled with great cities and welcoming people. Particularly, I am going to discuss Americans moving to Panama if that’s of interest to you. There is a comfort among people…

It’s rare to find island destinations that haven’t been infiltrated by throngs of tourists. Luckily, Mauritius seems to have flown under the radar. Anyone becoming a Mauritius expat will be a trend starter, not a trend follower. African countries tend to be low on the list for Americans because of…

My family explored the Philippines on a tourist visa. We spent half our trip in Manilla and the other half in Cebu while we pondered moving to the Philippines. If you are bringing US dollars to spend then your buying power is very strong compared to the Philippine peso. In terms of balance between…

By the time a country hits the news for being a retiree hot spot, it’s already too late to get in on the ground floor of deals and opportunities. Anyone willing to venture into the unknown by becoming a Cyprus expat would be in the trendsetter category. Most people I talk to about Cyprus have never…

Many Americans are looking around and don’t recognize the country they grew up in. Looking for alternative places to call home makes perfect sense. This article will guide you on the process of moving to Brazil from the U.S. One of the first things that caught my attention about Brazil is they have…

Many U.S. citizens are considering an international move in light of current circumstances. Moving to Costa Rica is a good option for many different reasons, which I will cover throughout this article. Costa Rica has become a popular place not only because of the weather but also based on the cost…

Part of our slow travel philosophy centers around ensuring the kids connect with local culture and get a global historical perspective. I want to empower other parents visiting famous places to seek o

Adult vacations and family vacations have very different priorities on their list of things to do. When you are traveling with kids you need to incorporate fun things to do in Istanbul not just back t

You’ve decided to take your family to Turkey! Fun! Now you want to figure out where to stay in Istanbul from a fellow mom instead of a young solo traveler. You’re in the right place. When it comes to

As much as my husband and I would love to eat our way through the Michelin Guide, our kids would prefer french fries to a fine dining restaurant. We ended up finding some of the best restaurants in Is

Call me naive, but I’ve always felt that if a five-star hotel exists in a city, than it’s probably safe enough for me to take my kids. Spoiler alert, we LOVED the 5-star hotel we picked. But, I’ll als

Most people don’t think of Istanbul as one of the best places to take kids. But, after spending 5 days in Istanbul, I can tell you that my family had the best time. This was our first visit to Turkey

After coming home from Istanbul my husband was obsessed with finding the best Turkish coffee pots, not just for ourselves, but also for unique gifts. We love gifting our family and friends with items

Sometimes when you are in a state of constant struggle the only way to snap yourself out of it is to hear a quote that resonates. Save your favorite motivational quotes about struggle so that you can

Whenever someone finds out that I live in Portugal, they always ask me about the number of Americans living here. The news and magazines make it seem like Americans are moving to Portugal in unprecede

Many are asking, can I bring my laptop in my carry on, before holiday travel plans. The short answer is, yes. I’m sure your boss will be very happy to have you working while you are away on holidays.

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It’s common for aging parents to have unrealistic expectations for their relationship with adult children. I want to empower adults to begin setting boundaries with parents even when a difficult conve

I should have outsourced sooner. This is what every business owner I talk to says. But, how to outsource was almost like a dirty little secret for a long time. There was almost an unspoken shame if yo

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but working a regular job is not enough to create financial freedom. Creating multiple streams of income is a better plan for long term wealth building. This artic

It is estimated there are 19 million convicted felons in the United States. The type of crime ranges from small drug infractions to severe crimes like murder. Many people wonder what countries can you

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