What Is An Expat?
It’s a question often asked by readers so, we’ve asked our experts to share their thoughts with you…
International Living Postcards
Fun & Interesting Facts About Thailand
Once known as Siam, the Kingdom of Thailand is a long, skinny country running over 2,250 kilometres in length from top to toe. It shares borders with Myanmar (Burma), Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia. The capital is Bangkok. The time zone is UTC +7 (three...
International Living Australia – Issue January 2018
In the January issue of International Living Australia magazine we give you the lowdown on Malaysia, the winner of our annual Global Retirement Rankings as the top spot for a dream overseas retirement. Whether you want city living, laidback island vibes or to uncover a hidden gem, Malaysia’s got the lot.
What Does it Cost to Live in France?
How much you spend on living costs in France each month will depend on your own lifestyle and where you plan to take up residence. Opting for the highlife in Paris is likely to make larger holes in any budget than modest tranquility in a quiet corner...
Italy Fact File
Italy became a nation-state in 1861 when the regional states of the peninsula, along with Sardinia and Sicily, were united under King Victor Emmanuel II. An era of parliamentary government came to a close in the early 1920s when Benito Mussolini established a Fascist dictatorship. His alliance with Nazi Germany led to Italy’s defeat...
Real Estate and Property in France
Why Should You Consider Buying a House In France? La belle France seems to have more than its fair share of good things—not least of which are food, wine and haute couture. Whether you’re looking to move or retire to Europe or simply plan an extended holiday, France should be at the top of your Read more...
Europe’s Best Retirement Havens
When it came to the top spots in Europe to savour an overseas retirement, it was a close-run race. And, in the end, the title of number one destination in Europe was...
The World’s Best Places to Retire in 2018
It’s been years in the planning. Now, for the first-time ever, we’re giving you the opportunity to get your hands on the ultimate tool in your search for a dream...
Taking Your Age Pension Overseas
There’s a lot of misinformation—and, not surprisingly, a lot of confusion—around what happens to your Age Pension when you go overseas. You probably know from bitter...
Big Savings, Little Luxuries and No Regrets
Pauline Beauchamp had one very good reason for wanting to move overseas… “I was either going to work until I was 90 years old or I was going to have to make the move. And I...