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Look Beyond the “Usual” and You Might Discover Your Perfect Overseas Haven

nazI recently took a trip to the small Belgian city of Bruges. It’s a place I’d heard of (mostly because of the Colin Farrell movie In Bruges) but knew little about. What a gem it turned out to be with its cobblestone streets, stone bridges over the canal, and more chocolate shops than I’ve ever seen in one place. It’s a little city well worth a visit.

It made me think that no matter how many countries in the world you may have traveled to, there is always more to explore. And if you’re just beginning your overseas adventure, then you have so much to choose from.

Take the location featured in our cover story this month. Croatia has long been known to European vacationers, but it’s only in recent years that Americans are discovering all this Mediterranean country has to offer. “Since 2013, my husband Shawn and I have been spending up to three months at a time in Croatia,” says IL Contributor Tricia Mitchell. A permanent visa can be difficult to get here, but Tricia points out: “The country is a superb place for a part-time retirement, thanks to its pleasant climate, lower costs, and exploration opportunities.” In this issue, Tricia shares details of four coastal cities in Croatia that are perfect for part-time living.

Another Mediterranean country featured this month that might not be on your radar to visit is Lebanon…and specifically the capital of Beirut. Although commonly associated with the worst of Middle East tensions, IL Contributor Jeff Opdyke says, “The city today is a peaceful, if overlooked, destination. In only a few places in the world have I ever felt so welcomed. If you want to experience Arabic culture in a place that much of the Arabic world sees as its local playground, this is the place to come.”

When we think of Spain, we tend to think of the big hitters like Madrid, Seville and Barcelona. But if you look beyond these cities, you’ll find royal retreats like El Escorial. IL Editor Sean Keenan recently explored this mountain retreat, just 26 miles from the capital of Madrid and discovered an “atmospheric, historic, and pretty royal nook of the Spanish meseta.”

It’s a big world…with so much to discover. So, let’s get started.

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Two Hikers Find Their Retirement Bliss in England

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A Full Life Living on Social Security in Cotacachi

A Full Life Living on Social Security in Cotacachi

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Exploring Panama From the City to the Mountains

Exploring Panama From the City to the Mountains

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Croatia: Four Coastal Cities Perfect for Part-Time European Living

Croatia: Four Coastal Cities Perfect for Part-Time European Living

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How to Profit From Short-Term Rentals in Medellín

How to Profit From Short-Term Rentals in Medellín

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Protecting Your Assets: Safe Harbors for Rough Markets

Protecting Your Assets: Safe Harbors for Rough Markets

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Embracing the “Bare” Essentials in Mexico

Embracing the “Bare” Essentials in Mexico

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Always Take Time to “Smell the Puppies”

Always Take Time to “Smell the Puppies”

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Exploring the Other Side of the Mediterranean in Beirut

Exploring the Other Side of the Mediterranean in Beirut

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Cruise From Rome to Singapore for Just $205 a Day

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Editor’s Choice From This Month’s Issue

  • El Escorial: Spain’s Royal Mountain Retreat
  • Croatia: Four Coastal Cities Perfect for Part-Time European Living
  • How to Avoid Cultural Errors When Living Overseas

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Table of Contents

  • Exploring France’s Prehistoric River Valley Homes
  • Santiago, Chile
  • News & Notes From Around the World
  • The Pot Rally, Nearing “Peak Gold”, and More
  • A Return to the Beach and the Pristine Waves of Baja
  • Swapping Seattle for Salvador: Enjoying the Rhythm of Bahia
  • El Escorial: Spain’s Royal Mountain Retreat
  • Taking Things Easy in Small-Town Vietnam
  • Unexpected Tax Demands: What Expats Need to Know
  • How to Avoid Cultural Errors When Living Overseas
  • Two Hikers Find Their Retirement Bliss in England
  • A Full Life Living on Social Security in Cotacachi
  • Exploring Panama From the City to the Mountains
  • Croatia: Four Coastal Cities Perfect for Part-Time European Living
  • How to Profit From Short-Term Rentals in Medellín
  • Protecting Your Assets: Safe Harbors for Rough Markets
  • Embracing the “Bare” Essentials in Mexico
  • Always Take Time to “Smell the Puppies”
  • Exploring the Other Side of the Mediterranean in Beirut
  • Cruise From Rome to Singapore for Just $205 a Day
  • Mountain Retreats Away From It All
  • The Joys of Making Your Expat Status Work for You
  • Discover a World of Relaxed and Affordable Living in Ecuador
  • Download Your July PDF Issue 2019

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