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Tumultuous Times Call for Life-Changing Actions

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We’re living in unprecedented times—a post-pandemic world where inflation is on the rise, real estate prices have skyrocketed, travel is chaotic, and generally things feel unsteady. It can be easy to get caught up in the headlines’ doom and gloom.

But here at International Living, we prefer to focus on the solutions. Prices are rising and you may be finding your dollars don’t stretch as far as they once did. But we can show you plenty of communities around the world where your greenbacks effectively expand. Places where you can live better and spend less…

Take Jeff and Cheryl McConnaughy. After years living the corporate life, they needed a change. Today they run their own lodge in the jungles of Belize. Not only are they “working” their dream job, Cheryl says, “We’re now debt free, and the cost of living is crazy cheap. Money goes so much further here.”

It isn’t just stretched finances that can overwhelm. Modern life, full of hustle and strain, moves fast. Yet overseas, peaceful, quiet getaways beckon. Costa Rica is an “old favorite” on our beat…one of the best places in the world for an affordable, safe, and relaxed lifestyle. This month, on page 16, we take you to four worthy escapes you should consider for a slower pace of life. Whether you want the beach, mountains, or want to live on the shores of a fresh-water lake, this small country offers it all. IL Correspondent, Jason Holland—a former resident of Costa Rica—heads back to his old stomping grounds to give you a tour.

You needn’t head overseas full time to escape and recharge. One of the best things about living internationally is you can do it any way you like. On page 8, you’ll meet three folks taking a part-time approach to overseas living, trading their U.S. bases each year for a few months in a place that’s warmer and costs less.

You may not find the solution to every problem overseas, but I can guarantee: You’ll find a bunch of them.

Live Better, Spend Less, Retire Sooner: Our Experts Will Show You How

Live Better, Spend Less, Retire Sooner: Our Experts Will Show You How

Conferences
By International Living September 2022

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Laundry and Cocktails in the City of Light

Laundry and Cocktails in the City of Light

Globetrotter
By International Living September 2022

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Profit in an Era of Scarcity

Profit in an Era of Scarcity

Real Estate
By Ronan McMahon September 2022

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Saving Money, Escaping Winter: Part-Time Overseas

Saving Money, Escaping Winter: Part-Time Overseas

Profiles
By International Living September 2022

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In Search of Ancient Roman Wines in Portugal

In Search of Ancient Roman Wines in Portugal

Field Notes
By Jeff D. Opdyke September 2022

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Mezcal, Mole, and Murals in Colonial Oaxaca

Mezcal, Mole, and Murals in Colonial Oaxaca

Lifestyle
By Wendy Justice September 2022

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Choose from Beach, Valley, Hilltop, and Lake in Costa Rica’s Top 4 Towns

Choose from Beach, Valley, Hilltop, and Lake in Costa Rica’s Top 4 Towns

Lifestyle
By Jason Holland September 2022

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Two New Yorkers Find an Active, Fun Life in Malta

Two New Yorkers Find an Active, Fun Life in Malta

Lifestyle
By Kathleen Evans September 2022

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A New Golden Age for Overseas Real Estate

A New Golden Age for Overseas Real Estate

Market Watch
By Ronan McMahon September 2022

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“We Built Our Own Magic Kingdom in the Belize Jungle”

“We Built Our Own Magic Kingdom in the Belize Jungle”

Dream Job
By David Gibb September 2022

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Editor’s Choice From This Month’s Issue

  • Choose from Beach, Valley, Hilltop, and Lake in Costa Rica’s Top 4 Towns
  • Mezcal, Mole, and Murals in Colonial Oaxaca
  • Saving Money, Escaping Winter: Part-Time Overseas

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Table of Contents

  • Live Better, Spend Less, Retire Sooner: Our Experts Will Show You How
  • Laundry and Cocktails in the City of Light
  • Profit in an Era of Scarcity
  • Saving Money, Escaping Winter: Part-Time Overseas
  • In Search of Ancient Roman Wines in Portugal
  • Mezcal, Mole, and Murals in Colonial Oaxaca
  • Choose from Beach, Valley, Hilltop, and Lake in Costa Rica’s Top 4 Towns
  • Two New Yorkers Find an Active, Fun Life in Malta
  • A New Golden Age for Overseas Real Estate
  • “We Built Our Own Magic Kingdom in the Belize Jungle”
  • When You Housesit, Nowhere Is “Too Expensive ”
  • An Insider’s Guide to Galway: The City of Tribes
  • Digital Edition and Bonus Content – September 2022
  • Video: From Napa to One of Italy’s Best Wine Regions
  • The Best Traditional Foods in Peru—And Where to Find Them
  • A Guide to Syros: The Lady of the Cyclades

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