ILA Magazine: The World’s Best Places to Retire Overseas Subscribe Now and Save 35% about subscribing to International Living Magazine Imagine lounging on your deck, cold beer in hand, while the turquoise waters of Koh Samui lap the shore in front of you…Or picture yourself in the hustle and bustle of Penang, which plays host to 85,000 street food stalls…
Perhaps a mountain getaway is more your thing—you’ll be spoilt for choice in Chiang Mai, a city known for its ancient temples and long list of outdoor activities, from abseiling and paragliding to dragon boat rides and hot springs…
Outside of Southeast Asia, you’ll find property bargains galore in countries like Spain, Italy and Greece, which are bursting with Old-World charm and culture. Wind your way through cobblestone streets, past quaint cafés, taking in the smells of freshly baked bread and strong coffee…Or picture a life for yourself in the South of France, spending your days sipping wine and eating cheese…
Or, if you’re yearning for a cooler climate, venture north to Ireland, Scotland or Wales—where the rugged landscape is unrivalled…
Further afield, retirement havens in Central and South America continue to attract expats from all over the world—from sleepy villages in Costa Rica to beachside resort towns in Mexico. Wherever you’re looking for, you’ll find it in International Living Postcards.
It is a feeling that’s difficult to describe. The first time it hits you it’s exciting, foreign and overwhelming. The strange humidity that hugs you, the sounds of tuk tuks singing and the different energy buzzing around makes you feel very alive. Stepping out from the airport into Thailand is going to be an adventure every single time—guaranteed.
They’re at it again. Another proposed change to Age Pension eligibility. It’s not a biggie...but add it to the string of changes over the last 10 years—of which there have been 10—and it’s more than a little annoying. We’re told this new rule—titled “The Enhanced Residency...
Barcelona, the capital city of Spain’s Catalonia region, is a vibrant city, with both a historic and modern feel. It’s a perfect place to sit still, as well as to keep your feet in constant motion, no matter what time of year. With a sun that shines over traditional cafes, world-class museums and Gothic architecture...
In November of 2015, Vivien and I flew to Thailand, to what we romantically called our ‘new life’. An expat life. A life of new experiences, travel and adventure, while we are still young enough to enjoy it! And most importantly, a far more affordable life thanks to the cost of living that on average...
The waiter, dressed in starched white livery, delivered our pot of tea and multi-tiered fine white porcelain platter—filled with scrumptious sandwiches, snacks and desserts—with a flourish. The stately Grand Hotel provided a magnificent backdrop for the manicured lawns scattered with decorative wrought iron chairs and umbrellas, gazebos and flower beds.
Arriving into Brisbane to speak at the International Living Australia conference, I had quite a few expectations…I expected the gathered group of expat hopefuls to be friendly and curious. They were. I expected the weather to be similar to that of my home in Da Nang, Vietnam. It was. I expected to see a clean...
Where are the best bars and restaurants for expats in Ho Chi Minh City? The honest answer is “everywhere.” From the tiniest street stall to the ritziest 5-star skybar, Ho Chi Minh City offers a seemingly neverending supply of excellent eating and drinking options...
When my fiance Jason and I woke up yesterday morning, we weren’t sure where we would be living beyond our two-week stay at a serviced apartment in Chiang Mai’s Old City.
I looked out over the calm, unbroken surface of the water, waiting for a sign of life. But the river remained still. I scanned the surface again, my head turning left, then right. And then I saw it.
If you listen to the hype of some Australian media outlets, you’d be led to believe it’s not, particularly if you viewed the statistics. Everybody knows there are destinations in our world which are riskier than others, even Australia has its fair share of safety risks. Bali is no different.