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It doesn’t take much Spanish to know that the phrase “pueblos mágicos” means “magic town.” In Mexico, the phrase pueblos mágicos refers to the governmental program launched in 2001 to promote tourism in towns that offer natural beauty, cultural richness, history, archeology, cuisine, and the arts...
Join Warren and Julie as they go house hunting in Bansko, Bulgaria. In Bansko, you can get a property for the price of a car in the U.S. The properties in this video range from $30,000 to $65,000.
I’m the sole American around the table. I’m here with two Italian language instructors, and three new-found friends—an Australian, a Montrealer, and a Brit. That sounds like the beginning of a joke. And, indeed, my fellow students and I are having a great laugh. Amazingly, we’re doing it in Italian.
After living in Uruguay for 15 years, I can tell you this—you find more attractive beaches than you can shake a stick at. The following are my picks for the best beach in each of the following categories:
Loved by expats, discreet celebrities, and foodies, Cotignac brings the best aspects of the French Riviera into a quiet, affordable package—one which hasn’t yet hit the mainstream. Learn all about this undiscovered French gem in the latest episode of International Living’s Bigger Better World podcast.
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 access to the best care possible, at reasonable prices you can afford.
Last week, news that the Portugal Golden Visa program is ending rocked the offshore-residence world. This came after Ireland’s termination of its own program the previous week. All is not lost, however. If you’re interested in an EU residence permit … especially if your ultimate goal is a European passport … the time to act is now.
With travel restrictions now lifted almost everywhere, our editors and correspondents are busy booking flights and Airbnbs and planning travel itineraries as they get ready to take to the road to scout out new destinations, revisit old favorites, and get updates from the top retirement spots on our beat. Already the travel schedule is packed for the first...
After a plate of Iberico ham and local cheeses, Don Paco, my host, brings out several bottles of orujo from his cellar for a tasting. This is a fitting end to the meal. It’s a liquid reflection of this forested corner of coastal Spain. Orujo is a customary after-dinner brandy liqueur made from local grape skins and herbs. It’s made in a variety of flavors...
Jeff D. Opdyke discusses the major lifestyle benefits he has experienced since moving to Europe, how affordable his life is… how he lives full-time in Europe (as most Americans only get a 90-day visa), and some super useful advice for anyone interested in checking out Europe for travel, to spend some extended time, or even to relocate permanently.