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With the New Year comes a new set of resolutions, plans for the year ahead…and the publication of our Annual Global Retirement Index, and this year the top honor goes to Panama. With modern infrastructure, proximity to the U.S., and a mild climate it is no surprise that Panama...
As the 14th largest country in the world, Mexico is also one of the most biodiverse. Bordered on three sides by oceans—the Pacific, the Gulf, and the Caribbean it’s not surprising there’s a lot of seafood in Mexican cuisine. But there’s also large swaths of farmland in the highlands which means a whole host of vegetables and spices...
Peru is better known for its archaeological sites than its white-sand beaches, but the north coast of the country can more than satisfy your quest for sun, surf, and sand. From the Chilean border in the south to Ecuador in the north...
Whether you’re living overseas or just traveling for a holiday season vacation, the world is full of opportunities to escape the usual Christmas routine. U.S. expats around the world are celebrating in many different ways in their new homes. Here are 11 examples from across the globe—each offering their own unique flair of festivities...
I first visited Mexico in the early ‘90s because at that time I could not afford to go to Spain. I wanted to meet the characters populating Pedro Almodóvar’s movies and ended up in what was then the poor cousin, Mexico. So much has changed since then...
When we talk to U.S. expats about their healthcare experiences abroad, we repeatedly hear about three things that impress them: the personal, caring attention; how quickly they are able to see a doctor; and, inevitably, how affordable the care is, especially given the high quality...
I am literally shivering, wishing I had on gloves and a heavier coat while staring up at the glacier on Chimborazo Mountain, Ecuador, and I’m not even out of the car yet. The temperature is a chilly 26 F at an elevation of 6,268 feet, but once I...
Belize is well-known for its famous Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, second only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. For decades adventurous scuba divers and anglers have vacationed in Belize, in pursuit of their favorite marine sports. But this tiny country also has some fine beaches. But they aren't always obvious to the first-time tourist...
Malta is a tiny country, but it certainly makes a bold statement with its vibrant festivals. Most of Malta’s special celebrations revolve around saints’ days, fireworks, and holidays like Carnival. However, it might be the food-themed festivals that best capture this island nation’s Mediterranean charm...
I am resigned to the fact that, as I get older, my body will react to its long-term usage. Things will give out. Parts will need to be replaced. Tune-ups will have their own section of my calendar. I have gone way beyond the youthful need of...