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5 Countries With A Higher Quality Of Life Than The U.S.
Explore expat destinations with better quality of life, work-life balance, universal healthcare and lower cost of living than the USA in 2026
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Retiring in Greece: Cost, Golden Visa Update, and Best Islands and Regions
Explore your retirement options in Greece for 2026. Get details on the seven percent tax incentive and golden visa updates and top places for expat retirees
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Living in Ireland as an Expat: Cost, Lifestyle & Key Tips
Everything you need to know about moving to Ireland. From local rental markets to the overall cost of living, we help you prepare for life on the Emerald Isle
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Norway Is Hiring! See the Jobs and Apply
Norway holds a fascination for many American expats looking for a path to Europe. It’s for good reason, too; Norway ranks among the best countries for healthcare, safety, and infrastructure, creating a great place to raise a family. Their progressive values also make Norwegians a welcoming community for LGBTQ+ and other vulnerable groups. For many
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Spain Is Hiring! See the Jobs and Apply
Spain holds a fascination for many American expats looking for a path to Europe. It’s for good reason, too; the country offers quality healthcare, safety, and infrastructure, which create a great place to raise a family. Their progressive values also make Spain a welcoming community for LGBTQ+ and other vulnerable groups. For many would-be expats,
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12 Countries in Europe With a Strong Middle Class
America continues to see its middle class squeezed out of existence. According to research from Pew Research Center, the U.S. middle class shrank 11% since 1970—many of them falling into poverty while driving wealth inequality even higher. But surely, the U.S. continues to have the biggest middle class, right? Pew research says a middle income
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These Are the 12 Most Charming Towns in Croatia
Croatia is no longer a hidden secret. Hordes of explorers rush to hit the Adriatic coast every year to enjoy the food, nightlife, and beauty of this bountiful little country. Mostly, the famous destinations are crowded, but you can escape the growing crowds by heading straight towards the charming small towns in Croatia. To brighten
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The Best Incentive Programs for Moving to Europe
The COVID-19 pandemic dealt a double whammy to areas in Western Europe already struggling with negative population growth from emigration or declining birth rates. Some countries and cities are offering appealing incentives to move there to work, refurbish properties, or raise families. If you’re considering a move abroad and need that last little push to
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Your 2024 Guide To European Countries
In the past, naming European countries was relatively easy. Although the USSR and Turkey could trip you up by spanning Europe and Asia, the rest of the map was a simple run through familiar countries like Italy, France, and Spain. There are several ways to define Europe today, including geographically, according to the United Nations
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10 Best Cities to Move to in Spain
Are you thinking about starting a new chapter in a different country? Well, Spain is calling, and here’s why these places are so special. From the lively streets of Barcelona to the historic charm of Granada, each city has its own unique vibe and reasons why it could be your next home. We’re here to
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These Are the 14 Most Charming Towns in Portugal
Portugal’s big cities are flatly gorgeous, filled with magnificent churches and eye-catching tilework. But there’s nothing like the magic of strolling through a small, charming town. If you’re keen to travel across Portugal in search of white-washed coastal towns or pretty hilltop villages, here are 14 spots we wouldn’t miss. 1. Monsanto, Centro Region The
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4 Things Americans Love About Living in Spain
Spain and the U.S. are different in so many ways. Americans are moving to Spain in ever-increasing numbers and putting down roots. The team at Moving to Spain polled their American clients and friends living in Spain to find out what they loved about life in Spain: 1) The Spanish lifestyle is about enjoying life
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No, Americans Aren’t Invading Portugal
Spoiler alert: Rumors of Americans taking over Portugal are greatly exaggerated. Recent immigration trends created an explosion of breathless hit pieces describing how American expats are flooding Portuguese housing markets and driving up living costs with their easy living. One Los Angeles Times article describes an expat, “ditching her luxury trailer in Malibu,” for a deluxe rooftop
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Americans Are Flocking to This Hidden Gem in Portugal
Expatsi Tours is launching its next trip to Portugal and Spain this September. We’re returning to Braga, a fan favorite city, as part of the Portugal leg to see whether our future expats might want to move there. So what’s so great about this town? Charming Public Spaces Braga is a mountain town of 200,000
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We Took 26 People to Portugal. Here’s Why They’re Flocking to Porto
This past March, we led a scouting trip from the U.S. to Portugal and Spain for three weeks. 24 people on the trip chose to visit Portugal, where we spent several days exploring the coastal city of Porto. Porto is Portugal’s second-largest city, with 1.7 million in the greater area. Portugal’s got a thriving expat
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Spain is Paying Digital Nomads to Move There
Would you move to Spain if the government paid you to live there? For digital nomads looking to work remotely from western Europe, this just might be your chance! Extremadura, a lesser-known Spanish region on the Portugal border, expects to begin offering digital nomads up to €15,000 to live there. Applicants will find a region
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These Are the 23 Most Charming Towns in Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Granada. These vibrant cities are all time-tested, “can’t-miss” destinations if you’re planning a sojourn in Spain. But allow yourself time to venture off the beaten tourist path to explore the country’s many hidden gems. Spain brims with charming towns and villages that entice you to get lost in their narrow streets, marvel
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Guide to Visas in Spain
For those looking to make Spain their new permanent home, the government offers a number of residency visas. Moving to Spain can be done quickly in some cases, but no single path works for everyone. Because the process isn’t public, and because there are so many available options, staying up-to-date on the exact requirements of
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These Are the 12 Most Charming Towns in Italy
Many tourists flood Italy each year to feel the ambiance, atmosphere, and beauty of this land of endless coastlines. Unfortunately, well-known destinations get swamped, while hundreds of gorgeous villages are overlooked. Lucky you: you can avoid the throngs and enjoy these less-popular-but-equally-lovely locales. 1. Grado, Friuli-Venezia Giulia Mile upon mile of beautiful beaches bring experienced
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Austria is Hiring! See How to Get a Red-White-Red Card
Europe is the top choice for Americans who want to leave the United States. Sixty-four percent of people who take the Expatsi Test say they’re considering Northern, Western, and Southern Europe, which includes popular choices like Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Ireland, and Switzerland. In 2022, 76,221 Americans moved to the European Union. The