Guides, research, and firsthand reporting on moving abroad from the US.
Lots of followers ask us about the best or safest countries for Black expats. That’s not our lived experience, so we use sites like Travel Noire and blogs like CandaceAbroad to do our research. TikTok is one of the best tools for Black Americans looking to immigrate. There are tons of creators sharing their lives
Europe ·
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
Students ·
There are lots of great reasons to study abroad. The most obvious is the money you could save: only two countries (Australia and Singapore) have higher tuition than the U.S. You can also get a huge jump on getting a job in another country by studying there. You’ll also become a savvy world citizen by
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
Current expat darling Portugal is continually listed as the best for retirees, young families, and digital nomads who want to leave the United States. Although more Americans are moving to Portugal than ever before, the actual population is still quite low. Only about 15,000 of us live in the lush Iberian country, a drop in
The digital nomad lifestyle promises adventure and flexibility, yet navigating the perfect destination that aligns with your wants and needs is challenging. Below, we’ve curated a list of top countries for digital nomads to help you find your ideal work-life balance in our globally connected world. 10. Andorra Andorra is a tiny landlocked country tucked
If you’re a homeowner who’s moving abroad, you may be wondering about what to do with your biggest asset — your home. Most people have three options: selling your home, renting your home to a long-term renter, or renting your home on short-term rental sites, like Airbnb or VRBO. Here are some of things to
Editor’s note: This week, we’re sharing a guest post from Translayte, a translation service that specializes in working with expats. This service is most valuable for those moving to non-English-speaking countries where you’ll need medical records and other official documents translated into local languages. Here’s what they had to say about why immigrants may need
Unless you really love crowds and spending too much money, overrated destinations make for very disappointing vacations. It’s so easy to end up in one when glossy filtered photos of touristy hotspots look so good on Instagram. Avoid the hype by skipping these overrated cities. 1. Miami, USA Miami is famous for its pristine beaches
International Living, the largest website for Americans moving abroad, has released its 33rd annual report of the world’s best places to retire. The report assesses safety, value, and quality of life to deliver a top 10 list of countries where a senior couple can live a comfortable life on as little as $2,000/month. Retirement Abroad
Data ·
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
Are you thinking about retiring early? The good news is that you don’t have to stick to the typical 9-to-5 routine to make it happen. Things are changing, and there are more ways than ever to secure your financial future. In this article, we will talk about a new approach: saying goodbye to traditional work
Weather and cost-of-living are the two biggest criteria people use when choosing a new country to move to, and the type of weather known as “eternal spring” reigns supreme. There’s no exact criteria for eternal spring, except to say that it never gets too hot or too cold. People also seek places where their money
Legalities, Rights, & Freedoms ·
Homeschooling has steadily grown in popularity since the ’70s, when John Holt advocated for the practice across the U.S. The usual growth rates of 2%-8% per year surged higher still during the pandemic. Today, 11.1% of American children are homeschooled. In other countries, however, homeschooling is restricted, managed by public or private schools, or flat
Blue Zones are areas of the world where people reportedly live much longer than average. Although the evidence is anecdotal, there are enough examples of centenarians in those locations that scientists continue to research the regions. The original Blue Zone was Nuoro Province on the island of Sardinia in Italy. Later additions were the Nicoya
Safety ·
Who doesn’t love to hit the road on two wheels? Wind in your face, legs and heart pumping – it can feel like a high-flying detox as you leave traffic-jammed vehicles in your dust. Four wheels move the body; two wheels move the soul. That’s the ideal cycling scenario. But not all cycling zones are
Food ·
Unseasonable weather in 2023 has led to global wine production stumbling to a sobering six-decade low. It was easy for the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) to predict the loss, as vineyards across much of Europe and South America were pummeled by extreme weather conditions. Let’s uncover the wine consumption data provided by
Visas, Residency, & Citizenship ·
Dreaming of an international lifestyle with better healthcare, adventure, or simply a better quality of life? Say hello to golden visas! Golden visas are residency-by-investment programs that give individuals the chance at residency or citizenship by making substantial investments in the country’s economy. Approved investments typically include purchasing real estate, funding businesses, or investing in
Safety ·
In the wake of the “bicycling renaissance” generated by COVID-19, more people than ever are enjoying the sport’s mental and physical health benefits. But veterans and newbies alike can attest to the fact that not all cycling zones meet the bar when it comes to safety. What should be invigorating exercise or an incident-free commute
Every city has its own economy that may or may not be conducive to housing affordability. In today’s fast-paced era, finding a more affordable place to live while also maintaining living standards can feel like navigating a minefield. However, even with rising population and costs, there’s hope: many cities are actively working to make living