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Health Care in France – The Healthiest Country in the World

Health Care in France – The Healthiest Country in the World

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February 15, 2011

Despite their meat- and cream-rich diet augmented by alcohol and cigarettes, in France life expectancy now averages 84 years for women and 77 for men. In the past 10 years the number of people living over the age of 100 has doubled. According to IL's Quality of Life Index 21011 (and a World Health Organization study), France provides the best overall health care system in the world. This report shows you how to take full advantage of that system, including details on health insurance (and tips to keep your rates low), doctors, dentists, hospitals, and medicines.

Hidden Gems: Travel Like a Local to Inspire Your Inner Pathfinder

Hidden Gems: Travel Like a Local to Inspire Your Inner Pathfinder

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February 14, 2011

The thrill of travel isn’t hitting every spot in your guidebook. It’s discovering the “hidden gems” off the tourist trail that have never been documented. Here you’ll find some wonderful recommendations for places to eat…spots to visit…and ways to enjoy destinations all over the world. They’re all finds our writers have discovered on the ground. We share them with pleasure…from our insiders’ notebook to yours…

The No-Savings Retirement Plan

The No-Savings Retirement Plan

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January 19, 2011

An increasing number of Americans have found that they can once again enjoy the good life (both in retirement and in general)—and, in fact, they can actually live well—simply by opting into a unique retirement plan. Those who do, find that they can live in places where prices are what they were in the U.s. 20...30...or even 40 years ago. Plus the quality of life is even better. Experts are calling this the No-savings Retirement Plan. once you see what it is, it isn’t hard to see why they refer to it this way.

Full Details on That Costa Rica Deal…

Full Details on That Costa Rica Deal…

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January 14, 2011

Costa Rica's Southern Zone is a text book Path of Progress play. This is a beautiful place where price stayed low because it was difficult to get to. Now it's easily accessible by road. And President Laura Chinchilla was in the area last October, lending her support to the new airport. Pacific Lots is only a few minutes from the little town of Ojochal and its restaurants and cafes. It's right in the heart of the Southern Zone and the finest project in the area—yet $65,000 buys you a half-acre oceanview lot (that's a RETA members-only price).

Our Plans For 2011

Our Plans For 2011

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December 24, 2010

Happy Holidays. And a big "thank you" for investing the time and money to be part of our little group. This is RETA's third Christmas. Our numbers are growing and we are an increasingly active group. That's good for everyone. You see, it gives me more leverage to negotiate member-only pricing and terms. And, to get developers to pick up some or all of the tab for members-only chill weekends and scouting trips.