I was just chatting with our Events Director Niamh Daly about our 2024 schedule. The Ultimate Go Overseas Bootcamp that just took place in Denver was our biggest and best event yet—but Niamh has even more plans for next year.
To qualify for Ireland’s free public healthcare system, you must show that you are “ordinarily resident” in Ireland. This means that you’ve been living in Ireland for at least a year, or that you intend to live there for at least a year.
You don’t actually need to be a resident to purchase property in Roatán, as long as it’s less than 0.72 acres. If you wish to purchase a larger property, or to purchase more than one property, you’ll have to obtain residence.
Over 200,000 expats have made their home in the Philippines. It’s an easy transition because almost everyone has some English and is keen to practice what they’ve learned.
One of the important things to get used to overseas is how mealtimes work. In many European countries, Spain included, meals are savored a lot more than in the U.S
Belle S. Says: I’m very interested in retirement to San Sebastián, Spain; any information would help. IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Belle, San Sebastián is a great choice for a retirement destination. This stylish, seaside city on Spain’s north Atlantic coast—only about 10 minutes by car from the French border—is legendary for Read more...: How Can I Retire in San Sebastián, Spain?
It’s most likely you saw photos of the Belizean Mennonite community, who share a similar faith with the Amish. It’s easy to spot Mennonites in Belize. Many of them speak a variety of Low German and dress in an old-fashioned way—men with beards, women in plain clothes and little to no makeup—so they’re often mistaken for Amish.
Caitlyn O. Says: Can I get my regular prescription medication in Ireland? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Caitlyn, Doctors in Ireland may prescribe you an unfamiliar brand of drug/medication, but all pharmaceuticals are subject to rigorous EU testing before they are allowed to be sold. If you have a specific medication you Read more...: Can I Get My Regular Prescription medication in Ireland?
Josh R. Says: I want to retire overseas, and I plan to learn Spanish. But I’m nervous about making myself understood and understanding those around me as I figure out the language. Do you have any advice? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Josh, Learning at least some Spanish is an excellent idea Read more...: What’s the Best Way to Learn Spanish?
Carmel P. Says: I’m interested in Mexico, but I’m not interested in the beach—too hot and humid for me. Could you recommend somewhere in Mexico with cooler weather? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Carmel, A good place to begin your search would be moving inland, and taking a look at the colonial Read more...: Where in Mexico has Cooler Weather?