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…
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…
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…
There’s a reason Portugal is one of the most popular beach destinations in Europe… its coastline stretches for more than 1,100 miles, offering everything from dramatic cliffs to golden sands. Plus, it boasts over 400 Blue Flag beaches, certified for their cleanliness, safety, accessibility, and excellent amenities, including lifeguards, ramps, amphibius wheelchairs, boardwalks, and more…
From the sun-soaked vineyards of the Douro Valley to the breezy coasts of the Alentejo, Portugal offers a world of flavors in every glass of wine… With rich traditions, unique grape varieties, and centuries-old winemaking, Portugal is finally receiving some well-deserved attention as a top wine producer. Whether you’re sipping a robust red or a…
Dreaming of a retirement that’s sunny, affordable, and full of color? Mexico might just be calling your name. It’s no secret that Americans and Canadians have long flocked south of the border, drawn by year-round warm weather, a lower cost of living, great health care, and a lifestyle that mixes relaxation with rich cultural traditions.…
With over 1.6 million U.S. expats, it’s the most popular destination south of the border—but before you make the leap, there are some important things you should know. From the massive size and diversity of the country… to lower living costs, familiar brands, and convenient services like Amazon and Uber… Mexico offers incredible opportunities—but it…
Mexico is a perennial favorite retirement destination among Americans and Canadians because of its proximity, affordable cost of living, favorable weather, established expat communities, quality health care, easy residency processes, and rich culture, lifestyle, and culinary scene, to name a few reasons. Over the past four decades, Americans have voted Mexico the world’s #1 place…
Portugal and Spain share a border—and a lot of appeal for expats seeking sunshine, Old World culture, and a slower pace of life. But while they may seem similar on the surface, each offers distinctly different cultures, as well as different advantages for retirees and remote workers. Portugal is known for its affordability, residency-friendly policies,…
Panama feels like a second home to me… I lived there for seven years with my husband, and we built a fruitful life there. Even though we moved away in 2018, we’re still Panama residents, which means we can come and go as we please, and we can stay for as long as we like.…
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