About The Author:

Kat Kalashian

Kat Kalashian in Carvoeiro, Algarve, Portugal

Kat has grown up around the world, living in the United States, Ireland, France, and Panama and has traveled extensively. Upon graduation from university in the United States, she wasted no time in moving abroad again. She has lived in Panama full-time for four years, now working as Managing Editor for Live and Invest Overseas.

Latest Articles





Why So Many Americans Are Retiring In Panama

Panama has quietly become one of the world’s top retirement havens—where U.S. dollars still rule, the weather feels like summer year-round, and your upgraded lifestyle can cost half as much as you were paying back home. From mountain towns to beach escapes, let’s explore why Panama might just be the perfect balance of comfort, adventure, […]

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What You Must Know Before Moving To Ireland

Thinking of moving to Ireland? This week’s video walks you through the essential quirks, surprises, and cultural truths you won’t find in a guidebook. From housing and weather to social norms and hidden gems, get ready for a smooth transition and avoid the rookie mistakes… Got a question? Want to see us cover a particular […]

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New Video: The Secret Path That Shaped Europe

Long before road trips and rail lines, there was a path—winding through quiet forests, stone villages, and rolling hills—that connected pilgrims across Europe. The Camino de Santiago isn’t just a trail, it’s one of the world’s oldest and most meaningful journeys. Once walked by kings and commoners facing danger and discovery, it’s now a route […]

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New Video: Portugal’s Best-Kept Secret Isn’t A Beach—It’s A Party

Forget the guidebook lists and polished tours—Portugal’s real magic happens in tiny villages just as much as in big cities. Every summer, across the country, fireworks light up sky, music fills cobbled streets, and locals grill sardines until dawn. These are the festas tourists don’t usually get to see, where history, faith, and celebration take […]

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