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Download Your September 2011 IssuePosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
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The World’s Best Retirement Haven… and Lots of Extras, TooPosted on August 22, 2011 by Jennifer Stevens
For this year’s Global Retirement Index, we crunched hundreds of data points and spent weeks on the ground in the field. The extra effort proved worthwhile.
Culture in Venice and Oysters in IrelandPosted on August 22, 2011 by Darius Fisher
Here’s a round-up of some of the weird and wonderful events taking place across the globe this September.
IL’s Best: 10 Cities Where You Can Eat WellPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
From steaks in Buenos Aires to tapas in Madrid, some cities are worth visiting for the food alone. Below, our writers give their tips and recommendations for eating well in 10 of the world’s culinary capitals. First up is Bangkok. Bangkok’s lower Sukhumvit Road area is an oft-missed foodie’s paradise.
Globetrotter: News & Notes from Around the WorldPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Visit Mexico’s Colonial Highlands in festival season, travel through Panama VIP style, avoid airport “naked scanners” and get your checked baggage fee back when your luggage is lost. It’s the latest International Living Globetrotter.
Find a Miracle Spot in ColombiaPosted on August 22, 2011 by Dan Prescher
It’s not hard to believe in miracles once you see the Sanctuario de las Lajas, an incredible feat of faith and engineering in the municipality of Ipiales in southern Colombia. Legend has it that in 1754, a woman named Maria Mueces and her deaf and mute daughter, Rosa, sought shelter from a thunderstorm in a cave in the valley of the Guáitara River, known for its flat rock formations that resemble lajas, or floor tiles.
The Best Beach Deal in the “Europe of South America”Posted on August 22, 2011 by Ronan McMahon
A deserted beach that feels remote…yet isn’t… A beach where, beyond the breaking waves, white foam caps skim along the deep blue ocean. On land, a steady breeze rustles through the dune grasses…white clouds drift by and flocks of birds swoosh down, fishing along the coast. That’s what you’ll found in Rocha, Uruguay.
Medieval Spain for $539 a MonthPosted on August 22, 2011 by Glynna Prentice
I’m in Cuenca, a provincial capital less than an hour by train from Madrid. For budding expats who dream of living in Spain, provincial cities like Cuenca are a great option. It’s within 60 minutes of Madrid and offers a relaxed, inexpensive lifestyle in a scenic setting.
Late Nights and Sunshine and Alicante, SpainPosted on August 22, 2011 by Steenie Harvey
Even travel writers need escapes. One of my favorite getaways is Alicante, a city on Spain’s Costa Blanca.
Enjoying the Slower, “Old World” Pace in Belize, Ecuador and PanamaPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Times were good until the economy began its downturn, crashing the real estate market. We were concerned that our retirement savings wouldn’t see us through, so we began looking overseas for a place where our ever-shrinking nest egg might last longer.
Live Well, No Charge: How to Land a House-Sitting GigPosted on August 22, 2011 by Darius Fisher
From Singapore to Sydney, Athens to Auckland, hundreds of opportunities exist for travel to exotic places, without paying for accommodation. Just take care of the morning paper, the pets, or the garden and you can stay in homes when the owners are away…at no cost. 55-year-old Mike Hopkins is a veteran house-sitter who loves the Caribbean.
How “Blogging” Funds Your TravelsPosted on August 22, 2011 by Jasmine Stephenson
I’m sitting in a hotel room on the stunning island of Tobago. I pull back the curtains, and sunlight floods my room—it’s a perfect day. From my window, the ocean’s blue competes with the immaculately manicured gardens for my attention.
“How I Escape the Canadian Winter”Posted on August 22, 2011 by Gerry Blackwell
Living in Valencia, Spain, for three months last winter was not just a welcome retreat from the cold Canadian winter… but great fun, too. Fallas, a city-wide, week-long party in March, served as the fitting and noisy climax.
Tulum’s Caribbean Coast—Not Just for MillionairesPosted on August 22, 2011 by Margaret Summerfield
I’m in Mexico’s Yucatán, only a short flight from many U.S. cities (1.45 hours from Miami, two hours from Houston, and four from New York). But I’m a world away from Cancún’s spring break crowds and wall-to-wall highrise hotels.
Where to Pick Up a Bargain Beach Home in EcuadorPosted on August 22, 2011 by Dan Prescher
Ron and Terresa just bought a snug little mountain hideaway and a Pacific beachfront condo, and they paid less than $120,000—for both of them.
Annual Global Retirement Index: The Best Places in the World to Retire in 2011Posted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Flowers bloom everywhere, and not one but four rushing rivers bubble over rocks to feed the lush vegetation. In Ecuador—the country that tops this year’s Global Retirement Index—nature is ever-present. And you can enjoy it fully in the city of Cuenca, where those rivers trail amid mountain surrounds.
Monthly Budgets in Ecuador: The Most Affordable Retirement Haven in the WorldPosted on August 22, 2011 by Robert Carry
Ecuador came out tops in International Living’s Retirement Index. A key plus point is the low cost of living. These detailed monthly budgets will give you an idea of what expats are living off in the most affordable retirement haven in the world.
Our Annual Retirement Index: All the Scores and How It’s ScoredPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Putting together the Annual Global Retirement Index, which ranks the best countries in the world to retire, is a major undertaking. Here’s how we did it.
Three Picks that Give You Passive PaychecksPosted on August 22, 2011 by Chris Hunter
Dividend champions are particularly attractive if you’re nearing retirement or are already retired. That’s because on top of capital growth (what happens when the stock price rises) they allow you to create a passive income stream in your account.
How to Get an Irish Passport and CitizenshipPosted on August 22, 2011 by Robert Bauman
Mearly 40 million U.S. citizens trace their ancestry to Ireland – many of whom are entitled to an Irish passport. Aside from joining the country of your ancestors, there is a good practical use of an Irish passport. It entitles the holder to live, work, and travel freely in any of the 27 countries in the European Union to which Ireland belongs.
Where to Look for Your Irish HeritagePosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
It’s easier than you think to reveal your Irish roots. Here’s a guide on how to get started. Your research begins with your family. Ask questions, collect stories, check out old photos, and search that attic chest or bottom drawer for any documents that might provide some clues.
A Romantic Corner of France from $92,000Posted on August 22, 2011 by Steenie Harvey
Wednesday is market day in Piégut-Pluviers, a town in the north of Aquitaine’s Dordogne département. A French country market is a gastronomic Garden of Eden, so leaving these stalls of foie gras, saucissons and cheeses feels like being cast into the wilderness.
From British Rocker to Argentine FarmerPosted on August 22, 2011 by David Cummings
It’s been seven years since I hung up my trusty Telecaster guitar and left my life in Europe for the blue skies of the Argentine Pampas.
IL’s Calendar of Events: Ecuador…Costa Rica…Las VegasPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Winner of the 2011 Global Retirement Index, Ecuador offers sophisticated historical cities…miles of unspoiled, sun-kissed beaches…fertile farmland…and temperate mountain hideaways…and all of it for pennies on the dollar.
Homes for Under $70,000—and Other Glittering Prizes of Uncharted ItalyPosted on August 22, 2011 by Steenie Harvey
The Latin phrase festina lente (make haste slowly) suits the Maremma in Italy. It’s as if the air compels you to slow down and really savor Italy’s sweet life. But why savor it only on vacation? A move-into village house could be yours for $63,000. And consider this: You’d only be a 90-minute drive from Rome.
Guatemala’s Giant Kite FestivalPosted on August 22, 2011 by Lucy Brown
In Guatemala—as in Mexico—people celebrate All Saints’ Day on November 1 by traveling to cemeteries to honor the dead. They repaint family tombs, adorn them with yellow flowers and picnic by the graves.
A Victim of My Own AnalysisPosted on August 22, 2011 by Lee Harrison
International Living’s Retirement Index always brings back fond memories of my own analysis that preceded my first move abroad. My means of choosing a country back then was simple. I only studied the categories on the Index that were important to me and threw out the countries that didn’t score well in those areas. Cost of living was high on my list…as were climate and real estate. I didn’t particularly care about the ratings for political stability, or the ability to get half-price movie tickets.
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