The “Local” Mediterranean: Tracking the Canevaros on the Italian Riviera

The “Local” Mediterranean: Tracking the Canevaros on the Italian Riviera

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January 28, 2023

Perched atop a cliff in the Italian Ligurian Riviera, gazing out onto the steady rolling swell of the Mediterranean Sea, Castello Canevaro stands guard over the sleepy town of Zoagli. Today, it operates as a boutique hotel, but this castle enjoys a storied history. Its modern name derives from its owner, Giuseppe Canevaro, who purchased the castle in the mid-19th century...

The Great Slow Down—A.K.A. Life in Panama

The Great Slow Down—A.K.A. Life in Panama

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January 27, 2023

It’s been eight years since I read an article, just like this one, that changed our lives forever. Kari and I came to Pedasí, gambling on the chance that the good things I had read about the place were true. They were. We loved it so much that we continued to return here every winter for five years straight, staying at the sports club just down the street...

Safety in Colombia

Safety in Colombia

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January 23, 2023

Many people have an outdated perspective of life in Colombia. The dark days of Pablo Escobar and the drug cartels that are still portrayed in the Netflix series Narcos, are long gone. However, the question of safety in Colombia remains constant. So, from someone who has lived in the country since 2012, let's get right into it and I will address the...

How We Found Our Perfect Paradise in Panama

How We Found Our Perfect Paradise in Panama

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January 22, 2023

With costs such as healthcare constantly on the rise in the U.S. and our retirement approaching, in 2016 my husband Dan and I started casting about for a new country to call home. Being avid readers of International Living, many lands sprang to mind but one stood out—Panama. So, we registered for International Living's February 2017 Fast Track Panama Conference.

Manizales: A Slower, Happier Life With Excellent Healthcare

Manizales: A Slower, Happier Life With Excellent Healthcare

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January 21, 2023

“The healthcare here is truly excellent,” Cheryl says. “I’ve actually gone to the doctor more often in the three years I’ve been living in Colombia than I did over a lifetime in the U.S. It’s 3,600 pesos for a GP appointment—that’s about $8. And for that, you get actual care from an actual doctor. A full chat and diagnostic, not just a lookover from a nurse and then...

How to Enjoy the Swiss Riviera

How to Enjoy the Swiss Riviera

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January 20, 2023

Famous for its summer Jazz Festival, Montreux, on the eastern shores of Lake Geneva, exudes Old World European elegance and oozes natural beauty. Mountains rise sharply from the lakeside in this region, giving the whole town an air of drama. Foliage ranges from ubiquitous Washington Palms to an interesting mix of conifers and deciduous trees.