Here’s a list of the best countries to move to in 2017 if you’re retired, self employed, or plan to live the laptop lifestyle. In Part 1, we looked at the Americas. Now we'll move farther afield to Europe and Asia. EUROPE France While France is not a cheap destination, there are parts of the … [Read more...] about What are the Best Countries to Retire in 2017 (Part 2)
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The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel [Movie Review]
Maybe it seems silly to review this movie now, with the sequel due for release in a few days. It's a new movie to me, though, since it came out while I lived in Panama. Featuring an amazingly all-star cast, the movie is based on the idea of outsourcing retirement overseas, specifically from the … [Read more...] about The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel [Movie Review]
Why it’s Worth Expatriating to China
Guest Post from Expat Explorer For many, a move to China has always been a dream. The country is rich in mysterious history and culture and the sheer size of it makes for an explorer’s utopia. Living in China, whether you are in Shanghai, Chengdu or a village on a mountain top, can be an eye … [Read more...] about Why it’s Worth Expatriating to China
Countries with the Best Quality of Life in 2014 for Expat Retirees
Last week I wrote about the best places for expat quality of life in general. Today we're looking at the places that are best for retirees. By "retiree" I don't mean you have to be over 65 and not working. I just mean you're not employed full-time by a multinational company. You could be in … [Read more...] about Countries with the Best Quality of Life in 2014 for Expat Retirees
Countries with the Highest Quality of Life in 2014
Where in this big, glorious world can you find the countries with the highest quality of life? There's no single answer to that question. Mark Twain famously said, "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics." Keep that in mind when you're reviewing "best of" and "worst … [Read more...] about Countries with the Highest Quality of Life in 2014
Expat Blogs to Enjoy
From time to time I share with you some of the blogs and websites I've found that are worth a look. It's been quite a while, so let's jump right in. Europe Enjoy Living Abroad - author Karen McCann has lived in Seville, Spain for about 10 years. She and her husband now divide their time … [Read more...] about Expat Blogs to Enjoy