How to Bring Your Car to Latin America
Our correspondents explain the processes and requirements for bringing your car to four of our top retirement havens in Latin America… countries that you could potentially drive to from the U.S.
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Five Greek Islands You Can Reach Within Two Hours of Athens
No trip to Greece is complete without an island visit, and even if your trip centers around the mainland, there are plenty of islands you can visit for short stays or even day trips. Below we highlight five islands you can reach by ferry in under two hours from Piraeus, the main port of Athens.
Podcast: How We Built a Successful Beach Club Business in Belize
With two sons at high school, and established careers in the States, there were plenty of reasons why Shane and Heather shouldn’t have taken the plunge, but fortune favors the brave, and it wasn’t long before they turned their dream of owning a beachside hospitality business became a reality.
Two Beautiful Small Towns to Live in France
When thinking of a spot to live in France, it’s tempting to consider the fabled coastline of the Côte d'Azur or the romantic towns and villages of the southern region of Provence. Others might be drawn to the cities of Montpellier, Toulouse, or Perpignan, with their abundance of sunny terraces and joie de vivre attitude.
Is Costa Rica the Most Eco-Friendly Country on Our Beat?
One of the most common questions we get is about climate change, and what country on our beat is best at fighting it. The answer is always the same: Costa Rica.
A Stress-Free Life in Mexico for $1,500 a Month
Julie May Locke, a 68-year-old Brooklyn native, never planned on living in the small, south-central Mexican village of Mitla, which is about a 30-minute drive from Oaxaca City. She had recently retired, and she needed a change—but this hadn't been on her radar until she realized exactly how priced out of life on the east coast of the US she really was.
Best Places to Live in Italy From $1,700 Per Month
The beauty, attractions, and history of Italy are all so alluring that visitors quickly get seduced and start dreaming of living here. What many don’t realize on those initial travels is that Italy can be an affordable place to live, too. Of course, it all comes down to lifestyle and what your overseas dream is...
Best Places in the World for Visa and Retiree Benefits in 2023
While each country has unique laws and requirements, this category’s high scorers are all welcoming in terms of accepting expats, and many even have special retiree visas to encourage and facilitate a new life abroad.
Podcast: A Cycling Adventure from London to Berlin
Sharyn Nilsen and her husband, Tim, are no beginners when it comes to bike touring. With long-distance trips across Africa, North America, and Australia already on their resume, it was only a matter of time before the varied geography and cultures of Europe called.
We Stayed for Free in English Country Homes and a Downton Abbey Manor
With visions of old stone houses, thatched cottages and friendly pubs clustered around the village green. I looked to see what opportunities I could find and found a selection of wonderful homes in need of sitters right across the United Kingdom. However as we didn't want to spend hours driving all over the country we focused on finding sits in the South.