You can now find out… right from the comfort of your own home… how to live anywhere in today’s France on a realistic, affordable budget. One of the most effective ways to gather insider intelligence and real-world insights about life overseas is to talk with folks who have “gone before you” as it were. COM/2012/01/23/HOW-TO-LIVE-WELL-FOR-LESS-IN-THE-FRENCH-COUNTRYSIDE/
Wondering if you can afford to retire in Italy? Well, you can. Although the popular areas of Rome, Florence, and Milan are admittedly expensive, not all regions are as unaffordable as you might expect. In rural areas and small towns, plenty of homes are available for less than $150,000. Often a lot less… Escape to Italy will provide you with all the information you will need to turn your dreams of moving overseas into reality.
If you’re in love with classic Europe and its history, romance, and culture…then alluring Spain should be calling your name. Spain is one of the largest and most geographically varied countries in Europe. Depending on where you are, the terrain, the look of the people, the accents—even the language they speak—can be different. In Spain, you can find almost any sort of geography you choose. And living here, no matter where you choose, won’t break the bank. Spain is arguably the best bargain in Europe, offering First-World living at a cost that can compete with some Latin American countries. Escape to Spain: Everything You Need to Know to Retire Better, Invest Well, and Enjoy the Good Life for Less will provide you with all the information you will need to turn your dreams of moving to sunny Spain into reality.
When 007’s speedboat cut through the waters of Phang Nga Bay in 1974’s The Man with the Golden Gun, he was zipping past some of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world. Today you can tour this southern Thailand gem yourself. But with dramatic rock formations, turquoise lagoons, floating villages, and a vast array of exotic wildlife to view, you’ll need the whole day to fully appreciate it and a speedboat to see it all.
Here comes the sun…for consumers as well as investors.The solar power industry has had its ups and downs during the past few years, but it seems to have turned a corner. Indeed, you could say that solar is seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. In June, United States solar facilities smashed their record for power generation. Utility-scale solar power plants—those with a capacity of one megawatt or more—produced 2,765 gigawatt-hours of electricity.
For many people looking to retire overseas, selecting the right country from the many options available can seem daunting. Fortunately, some countries actively encourage expat retirees to relocate there. They offer excellent retirement benefits that can help you truly enjoy these destinations’ great value. To help narrow your choice, here are the three top countries for retirement benefits on the IL beat.
Don’t let Southeast Asia’s “exotic” reputation fool you. Yes, this part of the world is rich with color and unfamiliar culture. But what you may not realize is that Southeast Asia is also one of the easiest places for English-speaking expats to get “set up” and start living very, very well…for a small fraction of what a comparable lifestyle would cost at home.
The Romans’ influence stretches down the millennia into architecture, literature, theater, warfare, politics… They are a pillar upon which Western civilization is built. At its height, the Roman Empire held sway over much of Europe, the Near East, and North Africa. Its borders expanded over the centuries as the Romans took new lands… or shrunk in the face of barbarian hordes that invaded as the empire declined.
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When it Comes to Good Value, Not All Destinations Are Created Equal. As you've no doubt discovered, there's not always a relation between how much you spend and what you get. Ever invest in a $180 pair of walking shoes only to discover that the $40 pair in your closet is more comfortable? Well it's the same thing with overseas destinations. They are not all created equal. But unless you've got unlimited time and money to spend traipsing around to every country that strikes your fancy… you'll find it impossible to identify the best values. The good news is: You don't have to. We've done it for you.