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From the Archives of Daily Postcard

The World’s Most Romantic Retirement Havens

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By International Living |

February 14, 2020

Proving that romance can be eternal and not just for Valentine’s Day, we explore retirement destinations around the world that are perfect for the romantics at heart. So, if you are looking for a retirement that comes with walks on the beach, romantic sunsets...

10 Best Restaurants in Bali

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By Josephine Brierley |

February 12, 2020

Forty years ago, the island consisted of dirt roads and small beachside warungs, where locals cooked the favorites Nasi Goreng and Babi Guling, but oh-boy, has Bali evolved over the years. Now there are 5-star resorts dotted all over, and amongst the designer stores and local markets, you’ll find upscale restaurants serving the most amazing food.

Exploring the Mysterious and Beautiful Island of Vis, Croatia

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By Shawn P. Mitchell |

February 7, 2020

Azores, Portugal: A Luxury Island Adventure…For Free

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By Patti Morrow |

February 1, 2020

When is the best time to visit Costa Rica?

Ask the Experts

By International Living |

February 1, 2020

When is the best time to visit Costa Rica? It’s always the best time. Seriously. Depending on what you’re seeking and where you’re from, it affects your thinking on this subject. For example, almost all North Americans think to come to the beaches of Costa Rica during the dry season. But Europeans favor the mountains during rainy and dry seasons.

Where to Take Advantage of Italy’s New Tax Breaks

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By Anna Lebedeva |

January 29, 2020

As if great wine, delicious food, picture-perfect towns brimming with history, and stunning beaches were not enough to make you want to move to Italy, now a low tax rate has been added to make the country even more irresistible. Earlier this year, the Italian government approved a new tax incentive for retired foreigners...

How We Save Thousands Every Year by Living in Portugal

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By Terry Coles |

January 14, 2020

One of the benefits of retiring to Portugal is having access to their low-cost, public healthcare system. It was a Sunday afternoon as I entered the busy emergency room. I registered at the reception desk and within a few minutes I was called into a little room...

Arequipa, Peru

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By International Living |

January 9, 2020

Island Living at its Finest on Mexico’s Isla Mujeres

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By Donald Murray |

January 1, 2020

The Joy of Living in Sarlat-le-Caneda, France

Culture

By Ron Engeldinger |

December 28, 2019

The 7 Greatest Challenges of Moving Overseas And How to Resolve Them

Expat-Advice

By Donald Murray |

December 15, 2019

We Found Our Dream Retirement in Umbria: the “Real” Italy

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By Valerie Fortney Schneider |

November 6, 2019

Back before the internet age, Nancy Hampton eagerly anticipated her print subscriptions from International Living, so she’d clearly fostered a dream to live overseas for a long time.

A Warm Irish Welcome in Overlooked, Affordable Donegal

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By Mary Holt |

October 27, 2019

Having just arrived in Dublin, Ireland from the States, my husband, Jeff, and I had yet to figure out how to place a call. We asked an airport lounge employee for help, and she agreed with a welcoming Irish smile.

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