Garden Design on an Island Paradise

Garden Design on an Island Paradise

It’s another leisurely morning in paradise for Helen Murphy, as she strolls through the garden of her tropical-island home. She repots her plants and reorganizes her purple orchids. She has all the time in the world to spend, as she plants new seeds in her nursery and takes photos of the latest blooms to post online later. She meanders through the garden, savoring the sweet scents floating through the salt-air breeze, and she takes her time watering the hundreds of plants that surround her, stopping to pick the ripe bananas off the tree for breakfast.

Part-Time Income, Full-Time Adventure in Laos

Part-Time Income, Full-Time Adventure in Laos

"Here, people will ask you to take their picture and say ‘thank you’ when you’re done,” says Jonathan Look, 54, of his rewarding new life as a photographer in Laos. “It’s fun to go out in the villages and meet the kids and the families and see how they live, take pictures of their lives… I love taking photos of Laos. It’s just a beautiful place.”

Australia by RV: The Five Best Road Trips

Australia by RV: The Five Best Road Trips

With its rich history, stunning beaches, revered wines, and array of unusual wildlife, Australia has a huge amount to offer travelers. And beautiful weather, dramatic landscapes, and excellent road networks make this the ideal country for a leisurely road trip. Weekly rental for a two-berth RV can start from as little as $667. Prices for powered sites vary by location and time of year, but in general a two-night stay starts at around $60. Here are the five best road trips you can take the next time you decide to head Down Under.

Realize Your Retirement Dreams in Ecuador

Realize Your Retirement Dreams in Ecuador

If you’re concerned about your financial future or your health…wondering whether you’ll be able to have the kind of retirement lifestyle you dream about…wondering if you’ll be able to afford to retire at all…you really should consider joining us in Quito in July, where you’ll learn all about the benefits, costsavings, and other opportunities that Ecuador has to offer.

Find Your Own Fountain of Youth Overseas

Find Your Own Fountain of Youth Overseas

You read it here first—I’ve discovered the Fountain of Youth. Funny thing is, turns out it’s not a fountain at all. Nor is it located in just one place. In fact, it can be found in many places if you know where to look. Confused? Let me explain. I celebrated a birthday recently and it was a weird feeling. No, not that I’m getting older: actually, just the opposite. Since we moved to Ecuador almost six years ago, I know I feel younger than when we arrived, and I believe I have aged less than the number of years marked by the calendar (the same is true for my wife, Cynthia).