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.…
For over 30 years, we have been warning people of the risks of hanging all your hopes on any one country… any one economy… or any one currency. That message has never been more pertinent than it is right now. Simply put, if everything you own is tied to the United States, the U.S. dollar,…
My quote for this issue may have been a truism when Sterne was writing in the 1700s… but it’s certainly not the case for some of Spain’s now not-so-hidden gems. (Though that’s not to say that you can’t find plenty of “unspoiled” places that still evoke that poetic feeling of discovery and peaceful seclusion.) Spain…
The name Panama is said to mean “place of many fish.” Of course, where there’s plenty of fish there’s plenty of water… And Panama hit the jackpot when it comes to bodies of water—this little country boasts not one but two long ocean coasts… On one side, you have the dramatic Pacific Ocean. You’ll find…
Cyprus has dazzled folks since the beginning of human civilization… These days, the island features the same white-sand beaches, crystal blue waters, and countless lemon, fig, and olive trees… But it now also boasts big opportunities for the retiree or investor abroad: Cyprus has easy residency ($1,000 a month to qualify)… Tasty food (that’s good…
Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city, has so many nicknames and claims to fame, it’s hard to highlight just one aspect of this remarkable city. City of Oranges… Designer city… (World Capital of Design in 2022) Most innovative city in Europe… (third place in 2022) Green capital of the future… (2024 winner) Gastronomic mecca… (host city for…
It’s the most popular second-home destination among Europeans… It’s the fastest growing expat haven for North Americans… And it’s our choice for the World’s #1 Retirement Haven… I’m talking about Spain. From its stunning beaches to its tranquil mountain retreats, from brand-name cities to glamorous island resorts… It’s not hard to figure out why Spain is so popular.…
Tariffs are in the news, causing chaos in the global economy. As I write, the U.S. dollar is nearly 10% weaker than the euro and nearly 5% weaker than the pound compared to where it was at the beginning of the year. The S&P 500 hit a low of 10% loss in April compared to…
“We agreed to move to Valencia for a year, but within a couple months of being here, we decided we’d be here at least two… maybe for good…” Now, it’s been three years and they still don’t see themselves leaving… I was sitting in a little café across the street from the Torres de Quart,…
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