The Best Island to Live on Right Now—Plus 9 More of the World’s Most Overlooked Inland Islands

The Best Island to Live on Right Now—Plus 9 More of the World’s Most Overlooked Inland Islands

If you’d like to make the first footprints of the day on your own uncrowded piece of beach and live free from the stress of commutes and bureaucratic interference…Then you should consider island living. In this special report, we’ll share with you details about the little-known island we rate “best to live on” right now, as well as nine other islands, scattered around the globe that we think offer perfect retirement island living.

Malaysia: Tropical Beaches, Exotic Cities, And Low Costs

Malaysia: Tropical Beaches, Exotic Cities, And Low Costs

In this special presentation, Keith Hockton, International Living’s eyes and ears in Malaysia, introduces you to life in this country. You’ll discover one of Southeast Asia's most exotic, desirable destinations and one of Southeast Asia's best kept secrets. See why Keith moved here, what he loves about the place, and why he says that he will never leave.

An Insider Guide to Expat Life In Penang, Malaysia – One Of The World’s Finest Tropical Retirement Cities

An Insider Guide to Expat Life In Penang, Malaysia – One Of The World’s Finest Tropical Retirement Cities

Penang is a stand-out destination for expats and retirees. In fact, it’s where two of IL’s correspondents call home—Keith Hockton and Kirsten Raccuia are both enjoying the lifestyle in Penang. The lifestyle in Penang is cultured and convenient. In capital city George Town’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserved historic buildings are decorated with street art by artists from around the world. The island is lapped by water bobbing with yachts and fishing boats. When it comes to the essentials like housing, Penang offers incredible value. You’ll find world class, low-cost healthcare, and business opportunities abound.

Escape to Ecuador – Everything You Need to Know to Retire Better, Invest Well, and Enjoy the Good Life for Less

Escape to Ecuador – Everything You Need to Know to Retire Better, Invest Well, and Enjoy the Good Life for Less

Sell your winter clothes, and prepare for the adventure of your lifetime. In Ecuador, every cliché you've heard about living large on little money—about settling into the lap of luxury on even a pensioner's budget—is true. Take $300 out of the ATM Monday morning-and your expenses are covered for the week. This is one of the world's cheapest places to live. Ecuador is gentle...safe…healthy...private...civil. As one friend of ours put it: "It's like living in the 1950s in the U.S." And from snow-capped volcanoes to dense Amazon jungle, from sun-drenched Pacific beaches to the famous Galapagos Islands, this is a place of astounding natural beauty.

Spotlight Ecuador: Moving to and Living in the “Land of Eternal Spring”

Spotlight Ecuador: Moving to and Living in the “Land of Eternal Spring”

In a special 68-minute news-format video, International Living Ecuador Editors Dan Prescher & Suzan Haskins take you on a special video tour of Ecuador and introduce you, via full-color video, to the top locales in Ecuador that are most popular with expats. They explain why you might like to live in one of these destinations and where to look if you prefer to be a pioneer. They introduce you to expats who live in these destinations. You’ll hear directly from them as they explain both the benefits and challenges of the destination they’ve chosen. You’ll learn about their cost of living, what they do for health care (and how much it costs), whether they’ve chosen to rent or buy (and why they made that decision), and much, much more.

How to Buy Real Estate in Ecuador: Everything You Need to Know

How to Buy Real Estate in Ecuador: Everything You Need to Know

In this special video presentation, you’ll hear from Alvaro Coronal, an attorney from the Moreno di Donato Law Firm, who will focus on Ecuador’s purchasing process. You’ll discover everything you need to know about buying real estate in Ecuador, including the five reasons why NOW is the perfect time to invest in this opportunity rich country. Once you watch this video presentation you’ll have a better understanding of the crucial steps you need to take when investing in or buying the home of your dreams in Ecuador.