Cotacachi, Ecuador: A Small Town With an International Flair
While Cotacachi is a small Ecuadorian mountain town, with the low cost of living you would expect to come with that, it has a decidedly international feel you might not expect.
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A Carefree, De-Stressed Life I Could Never Afford in the U.S.
U.S. expat Paul swapped his stressful life back home for one of beautiful weather and low costs on the Brazilian coast.
A Happy, Healthy Plant-Based Life in Ajijic, Mexico
Canadian expat Christine switched to a plant-based diet for health reasons, and she finds that it doesn’t impact her enjoyment of life in Lakeside, around Mexico’s Lake Chapala, one bit.
Healthcare in Costa Rica: Top Quality and Affordable
Bob has had plenty of experience with the healthcare system in Costa Rica, and he’s found it to be not only much more affordable than back home, but of great quality too.
Costa Rica Scratches Our Permanent-Vacation Itch
Honestly, there aren’t many places as vacation-perfect as Costa Rica. In only 45 minutes we can be on top of the highest volcano in the country—Volcán Irazú—so high that on a clear day you can see both the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east.
A Rural Home in Chile’s Tranquil Lake District
The lakes of Chile’s Zona Sur (Lake District), with their backdrop of snow-covered Andes Mountains, offer a beautifully tranquil setting for a rural retirement. South Carolina natives Lori and Jim chose the region for its beauty, peacefulness, and safety.
Affordable High-End Living in Idyllic Tarija, Bolivia
I'm going to let you in on a secret. There exists a beautiful, small city full of friendly locals, lovely buildings, and interesting parks. Its climate is akin to the southern coast of California with comfortably warm summer days and only an occasional need for a sweatshirt in the winter.
Cultivating Joie de Vivre in Paris
Before my eyes even flutter open, the thought (and smell) of coffee and croissants stroll through my consciousness. Living in France sure has changed the way I greet my day. What's more, being in Paris means being able to cultivate joie de vivre (joy of life) with access to the...
I Swapped Routine for Relaxation in Nuevo Arenal
There was a time, only seven months ago, that I had a very scheduled and predictable routine for everyday living. I was retired, and in 2004, when I left education, I had stopped using my alarm to wake up in the morning. This was a good start for retirement....
Slow Travel in Malaysia, Malta…and Maybe Vietnam
A few years ago, my brother had a severe health scare, and I realized that life is finite,” says Eric Hungerford. “Why wait until you have all the money in the world? That will never happen. Why not go now with whatever money you do have?”