Valerie began researching various destinations. She subscribed to International Living and found herself inspired. "I saw people offering relocation services in places like Panama, Costa Rica, and Ecuador," says Valerie. "I wanted to feel comfortable enough somewhere to help others adapt to life outside the U.S., as well." The post From NYC Crime Fighting to a Tourist Business in Guatemala appeared first on International Living ..read more

When Bekah Bottone first spent time in Tamarindo, there were no pharmacies, no medical care, and even the smallest mishap could become a major emergency. Now, with modernization, the town is a much more rewarding place to live. The post Podcast: Why Costa Rica’s Most Famous Beach Town Isn’t Just For Surfers appeared first on International Living ..read more

“After researching many places, we have found our paradise," says Dawn Lane of her new home, Playa Langosta on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Dawn and her husband Marc moved three years ago and love starting their days strolling the pristine beach. Langosta is located just south of Tamarindo, a famous surf town known for its restaurants and... The post Finding Our Paradise in Playa Langosta appeared first on International Living ..read more

"I am going to live here someday," my sister Kelly said as we stepped off the train in the little town of Beaune, a picturesque walled town in the heart of Burgundy’s wine country. Kelly and I had visited France a lot over the years—it was a country we both loved. We’d come to Burgundy to meet our friend Tom who’d bought a cottage in the region... The post Our Burgundy Vacation Home is the Stuff of Fiction appeared first on International Living ..read more

The bottom line is that when it comes to global mobility, you are your country and its passport. If you're trying to preserve and grow your options, you need to think about a lot more than just how quickly you can get a new one. The post When It Comes to Mobility, You Are Your Country appeared first on International Living ..read more

With a coffee in hand, I walk onto my sprawling terrace, where I can see the castle of Pelamidi on top of the cliffs. It imparts a mystical ambience over the romantic Venetian old town of Nafplio, the coastal Greek city I call home when I’m in Europe from spring to fall. It’s the beginning of May, the temperature is already in the 70s F, and the birds are chirping! The post Nafplio: A Little-Known Venetian Escape in Greece appeared first on International Living ..read more

Karen Lefebvre followed her childhood dream and moved to the idyllic island of Syros, Greece. Karen’s life on Syros is a long way removed from the typical stressful worker’s life she had back in Austin, Texas. But as the saying goes, ‘Leap, and a net shall appear’. The post Podcast: Reconnecting With My Idyllic Childhood on Syros, Greece appeared first on International Living ..read more

Italy has so much to offer that it's hard to find just a few towns among so many. But let's focus on walkability, relatively flat terrain, proximity to the sea, and warm weather! One of the best features of Italy is the variety of coastline, beaches, and geography available to everyone. Let's start on the Adriatic Sea… and go north along the coast to the twin towns... The post Our Top 3 Walkable Italian Beach Towns appeared first on International Living ..read more

My expenses are $1,100 a month. Total. For everything. That covers a one-bedroom, fully furnished apartment, with utilities and internet included. It covers my food and the occasional doctor's visit. The cost of food itself is especially affordable. In general, groceries cost just a small fraction of what I would have paid in the U.S. The post Debt-Free and Living Well on $1,100 a Month in Argentina appeared first on International Living ..read more

Recently I’ve been researching the benefits of having a passport from one of the European Union member states. One issue that caught my attention was the relative stability of European banks vis-à-vis their U.S. counterparts… certainly a timely topic! The post Why I’m Putting My Money on the EU appeared first on International Living ..read more