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Please take 10-15 minutes to share your experiences in the 2021 Expat Exchange Survey. 7 participants will be selected at random to win $50 Amazon gift cards.

Living in Merida, Mexico

Merida offers expats just about everything they could ask for... affordable living in a great atmosphere, high quality health care, striking distance to the ocean, and much, much more.

8 Best Places to Live in Croatia

Croatia somehow flies under the radar of people looking to move abroad despite the fact that it has so much to offer in terms of a fantastic international lifestyle. Here are the best options to consider in 2021.

Coronavirus Updates from Expats Around the World

Last spring we ran a Coronavirus Report to gather information from expats about the spread of COVID-19. Since outbreaks and resurgences are unfortunately continuing in countries and cities throughout the world, we wanted to check in again to get an update on the current situation in your area and how you and others are coping. The information you submit will help others whose international relocations were put on hold earlier this year get on-the-ground advice about the current situation. Your insight could be instrumental in helping them decide when to move and know what to expect when they arrive. We encourage you to take 15 minutes to submit a coronavirus report. Click here, to read the original reports and new ones as they are submitted.

Digital Nomads Village: Madeira Islands

As the growth of digital nomads has exploded in recent years, governments around the world are beginning to understand the potential they present. Madeira Islands is trying to seize this opportunity with its innovative digital nomads village project.

Retirement in Cascais, Portugal

Here is a wonderful, detailed report about what it's like to retire in Portugal. Written by a woman with dual US/Dutch citizenship, she has left no stone unturned!

Croatia Visa & Residency

If you're heading to Croatia, you'll need to know if you need a visa, what type of visa, how to apply for that visa, COVID-19 related entry requirements for Croatia, the health insurance requirement and more. Digital Nomad Visa information will be added when available. Sources: Croatia's Ministry of European and Foreign Affairs, Croatia's Ministry of Interior, the Croatian Embassy in Sweden and the US Embassy in Zagreb.

10 Tips for Living in Panama

Expats, global nomads and retirees are drawn to Panama's ease of residency, low taxes (Panama does not tax on worldwide income), friendly Panamanians who always put family first, inexpensive healthcare and laid back lifestyle. Like any country, life in Panama does come with a few challenges. This articles covers all of these topics and more.

Living in Bologna, Italy

Many people come to study in Bologna, Italy and end up staying and living in Bologna. People in Bologna are typically well educated and career oriented. They are generally accepting of people from other cultures and religions, but may not interact with them.

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Living in Merida, Mexico

Merida offers expats just about everything they could ask for... affordable living in a great atmosphere, high quality health care, striking distance to the ocean, and much, much more.

Merida offers expats just about everything they could ask for... affordable living in a great atmosphere, high quality health care, striking distance to the ocean, and much, much more....

8 Best Places to Live in Croatia

American Women's Association of Rome: Charity, Connection & Cooking during Pandemic

The American Women's Association of Rome remotely collaborated on a cookbook during the pandemic. It's available now and part of the proceeds are donated to Italy's Protezione Civile, to aid those health professionals who have been on the front lines during the pandemic.

An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Cuenca, Ecuador

A retired couple who landed in Cuenca, Ecuador with plans to rent a while and move from place to place is very happy with the decision to move to Ecuador. They appreciate the low cost of living in Cuenca, access to quality healthcare, clubs and activities. The one challenge has been the ever changing residency rules.

An Expat Talks about Moving to Porto, Portugal

An expat talks about moving to Porto, Portugal - moving costs, renting a condo, the lower cost of living in Porto and more.

An expat talks about moving to Porto, Portugal - moving costs, renting a condo, the lower cost of living in Porto and more....