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In The Steps Of African Explorers - The Quest For Kilimanjaro ~ by Brandon Wilson - In the distance, on Mt. Kilimanjaro's face, we detect a small, winding chute rising straight up the mountainside. But examining it more closely, we detect minute switchbacks crisscrossing the giant snow-topped mound. May/05  Living
In Botswana ~ The
Real Crocodile Hunters ~ by Ashley Hammond - Interesting article: mixes
soccer, Africa and conservation. Ashley has been coaching soccer in New
Jersey and as part of his coaching program, he has included some ideas
about wildlife conservation - taking one interest and using it to develop
another. Like the idea. Nov./03
Memories Of Africa ~ Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe ~ by Jurgen Klemann - Always wanted to wander in Africa with its wide open spaces and wildlife; the above article gives you an idea of what it's like to travel through Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. The people and the beauty of the land is what you feel after reading Jurgen's memories of Africa. Nov./03 Overlanding
~ Traveling
Through Africa ~ by Jacqueline Perry-Strickland - “We were sent out
into the bush to fend for ourselves for nine months. Seventy-six
boys in four groups. Ages 15 to 20. In my group one boy died.
The lion killed him. Four boys were injured and had to return.
Another boy was killed for being a coward.” Sept./04
Places To Live In The World: Emerging Alternatives ~ From Canada To Europe, Africa To Asia, It’s Time For A Fresh Look ~ by Phillip Townsend - The advent of fast Internet communication and inexpensive air travel makes it easier to turn any far-flung paradise into a permanent home. Which places in the world have the most to offer? The perfect place to live or retire, of course depends on your idea of perfection. Jul/05 Some Thoughts On Africa And Latin America ~ Speaking From Experience ~ by Jurgen Klemann.- It started to dawn on me about five years ago in Auckland that I wanted to get out of business and law. At around that time it also dawned on me that I wanted to get into college teaching in the less developed world. There was initially no doubt for me where I wanted to do this sort of thing. I wanted to bless students in South Africa with my enormous insight and wisdom gained over the years and in various continents. My humble self unfortunately couldn’t manage to land a teaching position at a university there. Feb./05 The Pride of Africa - The Pride of Africa - When travelling in South Africa, there is a splendid alternative to travel by plane or by car, which will allow you to experience the splendor of a bygone era while being pampered for 48 hours. Rovos Rail has raised the bar of excellence in luxury railway travel, not least due to the continued passion and dedication of owner and founder Rohan Vos. We journeyed from Pretoria to Cape Town on The Pride of Africa. Apr./07
One Day In Albania ~ Europe's Unknown Country ~ by Richard Robinson - The deck of the Antonios K rattled and shook beneath my feet as the dark land mass loomed larger through a summer sea haze. Against a bluish mountain backdrop the outlines of buildings sharpened slowly as we drew nearer Europe’s most mysterious country. For long Albania had been a totalitarian state and, before that, the fiefdom of the shadowy King Zog. Few would choose it for a sun-and-fun holiday, but things are slowly changing. Feb./05.
Mountain-Ringed Andorra In The Heart Of The Pyrenees - Mountain-Ringed Andorra In The Heart Of The Pyrenees - ...you may come to escape taxation, but you’ll stay to enjoy the dramatically beautiful landscapes and remarkably hospitable people. "High on most foreigners’ lists of reasons for living in Andorra is the total absence of serious taxes. No income, no capital gains, no inheritance taxes. Not even a sales or value-added tax." by Peter Dunkley From The Best of International Living Magazine - Jan/03 Principality of Andorra - The secret of Andorra - The secret of Andorra - Try to Imagine this: a lush green valley... hidden from the rest of the world... yet only a short drive from some of Europe's hottest cities. It's a secret valley still ruled by a real prince that's been overlooked for centuries. It's picturesque. Unregulated. Inexpensive. And best of all, there are no taxes. Let's learn the secrets of Andorra and explain how you can live there tax-free for only a fraction of what it's costing you to live in your own home. .
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Short Term Work Resources ~ Resources for Locating Jobs Abroad - Short Term Work Resources - Transitions Abroad has collaborated with Escape from America Magazine to bring escape artists a broad and exhaustive compilation of job opportunities in over 30 countries all over the world, including a regional guide to the Mediterranean, Latin America, Central and Eastern Europe, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. In addition to that treasure, this page and the next offer sound leads to serving in a voluntary capacity, as well as teaching overseas at some of the world's most prestigious schools. In following issues of Escape from America Magazine, we will be adding to this valuable resource on a regular basis. We know how important our Jobs Overseas section of your magazine is, and we're doing something about it. Check it out. .
Living On Antigua And Barbuda ~ Interview With Greg Urlwin ~ by Susan Noyce - A life at sea sounds like a dream to many. Others would wish for a mixture of land and ocean. Ferrying people and cargo between Antigua and Barbuda, Greg Urlwin has found the perfect blend. In the early 80's, Urlwin decided he wanted to follow in his uncle's wake, and sail to the Caribbean. Jan/06 Travels In The Caribbean ~ Dominica And Antigua ~ by Deb Andrews - There is an undeniable magic about Dominica, it hovers in the universal sound of falling water, in the misty green mountains and vowel-heavy Creole spoken on every village street. Take care, this region of magic is inhabited by “jumbies”, entities who are not known for their kindness to people. Jul/05 US Tax Information Exchange Agreement with Antigua and Barbuda ~ Another Tax Haven Falls and the Poverty Gap Widens - Monroe What? - On December 6, 2001, the governments of the United States and Antigua and Barbuda signed an agreement for the exchange of information with respect to taxes. In effect, the Antigua and Barbuda government will now serve as an enforcement arm of the US Internal Revenue Service, applying US tax law to US citizens with business there. The agreement will also restrict the economic growth of that tiny island nation. Is it a blueprint for the future of tax havens and some developing countries? .
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Live in Armenia ~ a place of culture, history, good people, and low cost of living - Raffi Kojian writes, "Although Armenia probably does not cross the mind of the average American very often, those considering retirement or life abroad would do well to consider all this first Christian nation has to offer. With an incredibly low cost of living, a variety of climates, choice of city or country life, many sites to visit, virtually zero crime and one of the world's most hospitable people, it has much to offer anyone. As part of the Soviet Union, Armenia was one of the most prosperous and advanced parts of the entire communist world. Now, with independence and a depressed economy, it offers a chance to live in a Western city for very little money." Wandering Through Georgia ~ Journey From Yerevan, Armenia Through The Former Republic Of Georgia ~ by Dorothy Aksamit - Our Armenian guide, Gagik, had come to the Erebuni Hotel in Yerevan to see us off. The card of the gentleman he brought with him announced that he was a Pentecostal Pastor. The Pastor agreed to get us to Tbilisi, the capital of the Republic of Georgia for $100. This would include another payment at the border to another taxi driver who would deliver us to the Hotel Adjara in Tbilisi. June/04 .
Australia: Wilson's Promontory - Australia: Wilson's Promontory - Australia has no shortage of national parks providing magnificent scenery. When it comes to wildlife, however, one stands out from the rest – Wilson’s Promontory National Park. Referred to as The Prom, this national park protects 50,000 hectares of diverse landscape; untouched beaches, swamps and rainforest. Jul/06 Australia Property Buying Process and Investment Facts - Australia Property Buying Process and Investment Facts - Income and capital gains derived from property owned in Australia has to be reported to the Australian taxation authorities but there are certain incentives in place for overseas property investors to reduce or negate their taxation liability. Sept./06 Australia’s East Coast Islands ~ Island Hopping ~ by Dawnelle Salant - One place worth stopping in for at least a few days is the town of 1770. The only town to have a name consisting solely of numbers, 1770 was named after the year Captain James Cook stopped there. Our main reason for visiting here is to participate in one of the day trips going to Lady Musgrave Island. From 1770, the boat takes about two hours to get out to the Great Barrier Reef. Once there, it ties up to a pontoon that holds snorkeling equipment, an underwater viewing tunnel and a glass bottom boat. You can go for a walk on the island itself, but scuba divers have to sacrifice this opportunity in order to descend into the depths of the coral rich blue-green waters of the lagoon. April/05 Australia's Great Ocean Road - Australia's Great Ocean Road - The Great Ocean Road, billed as one of the world’s most stunning coastal drives. Driving yourself along the spectacular coastline would be redundant; if you’re paying attention to the road, you’re going to miss all the scenery. Let someone else do the driving so you can concentrate on the important things. Jun/06 Australia: The Price of Adventure - Australia: The Price of Adventure - When my family and I decided to undertake a move to Australia we found that, while we thought we had researched the costs pretty effectively, we were woefully unprepared. My wife's initial reaction was something along the lines of “I don’t think so” but with a lot more expletives. Michael A. Kozlowski May/06 Awake From The Dreamtime ~ Facing The Realities Of Modern-Day Australia ~ by Sharon Miller - When I was a little girl, the dream of visiting the Land Down Under occupied my mind. I dreamed of long stretches of white beach, of bush land as far as the eye could see, of deserts that rivaled the Sahara. I thought about the friendly faces of blond haired, blue eyed Australians smiling as they greeted me with the traditional “G’day.” When I finally visited Australia, during my senior year of college, I found myself entering the land of my dreams. Aug./05 Back
In Time To Gonwonda Land ~ Adventure
In Australia ~ By William Starr Moake - Great article about traveling
around the remote northern territories of Australia. Find out what it's
like to travel through a landscape that is 120 million years old. You will
see some of the oldest flora and fauna in the world. Be careful because
there is the dangerous funnel web spider and the brown box jellyfish, both
of which can kill a human. If you're brave and like adventure then take
a look at what it's like to travel to the far north of Australia. Nov./03
Brisbane’s Building Madness ~ In The North Of Australia ~ by Sarah Jacquet - Being Australia’s booming city means building madness for Brisbane. Land releases, whole new villages planned and built, original size blocks of land halved and existing properties increasing in value. Buying property is still possible here and the good news is that for the first time in 9 years, Australia has recorded it’s lowest annual increase in property prices. Land prices have even decreased in some places to 50% of the price they were two years ago. Jun/05 Creatures And Comforts On Kangaroo Island ~ 4-WD Tracking of Koalas, Kangaroos, and Cockatoos ~ Story by Carol L. Bowman Photos by Ernie L. Sowers - The dark, deserted building showed no resemblance to an airport. Noticing our hesitation, the cab driver reassured us that this was the Adelaide General Aviation Terminal, the departure venue for Emu Airways’ 84 weekly flights to Kangaroo Island. Much of our eager anticipation for this sojourn centered on a magical, ecological adventure to Australia’s third largest island, 30 minutes by air and 120 km. from the mainland. Being the dutiful U.S. travelers that we are, we arrived at the terminal the customary 2 hours prior to departure time. Aug./05 Crikey! Crocs And Devils And Platypuses ~ Oh My! ~ by Dawnelle Salant - After spending over a month lazing on beaches, swimming in the sea and interacting with Australia’s wildlife, I was actually ready for a city break by the time we arrived in Brisbane. The capital of Queensland, Brisbane is a delightful city – big enough to have all the comforts of city living, but small enough not to smother you. Part of Brisbane’s charm is definitely its multitude of riverside parks. Brisbane River winds its way through the city, so be sure to spend an afternoon strolling through the Botanic Gardens that run alongside the water. Jun/05 Development Preference Shares - an alternative to development risk - Development Preference Shares - an alternative to development risk ~ It appears to be the latest trend to involve investors in development of projects, in order to gain greater return for the investor. Development does involve some level of risk. When Professional developers look at potential returns they generally expect some level of variance to the returns suggested at the outset due to building delays, expenses being over budget and a lack of sales of the final product which can add to holding costs. As a way to limit these risks for those funding projects developers in Australia have introduced “development preference shares” as a way of moving an investor into the position of financing the project rather than being a fellow developer. By Dominic Murphy Dec./05
Escape Artist Evaluation of Australia As a Expatriate Destination - Escape Artist Evaluation of Australia As a Expatriate Destination - As pointed out in the book Escape From America, measuring a nation's potential as an expatriate destination by looking only at the level of wages & personal income is foolish. Level of income tells you nothing other than how much is being earned. It doesn't tell you the price of tomatoes, the quality of the schools, nor the level of crime. If you have to put bars on your windows, bus your children 15 miles to a civilized school and eat polluted tomatoes, you've lost income and quality of life - - Australia is noted for many things, but most of all it is noted for it's excellent quality of life. Ex-Pats Living And Thriving Down Under ~ In Australia ~ by Dee Farrell - Australia and New Zealand are very appealing to Americans because of the similarities in lifestyle, language and currency - and for a lot more reasons, politics aside. There’s a plethora of MIAs (migration agents) and unique services like BMI (Business Migration Investments & Tours) that are headed by ex-pat Americans eager to help you make the “sea change.” And there are organisations like AAA (Australian-American Association) and Necomers Network to tell you where to go to network with fellow ex-pats. April/05 Exchange Program Places Teachers Down Under (International Living Magazine) -Exchange Program Places Teachers In Australia - If you're a teacher and you've dreamed of living Down Under, try trading your home, your job, and your lifestyle with an Australian counterpart. Victoria's International Teaching Fellowship was enacted 25 years ago bring Australia closer to the rest of the English speaking world. Victoria negotiates annual exchanges with 22 U.S. states and several Canadian provinces. Expatriates Build Wealth in Australia - Expatriates Build Wealth in Australia - The Aussie dollar is at an all time low against the American dollar and the strong Pound Sterling, consequently there is strong purchasing power for Expats and UK residents in Australia. Australia welcomes foreign investment in real estate. Overseas investors can therefore obtain the benefit of freehold title. To take advantage of this, major developers such as Central Equity apply to the Federal Government Foreign Investment Review Board to gain permission to sell their residential apartments to foreign investors prior to releasing their development to the public. Falling
In Love With Australia ~ Staying
On In Australia ~ by Gabriela Hassan - I fell in love with Australia
when I was about 10. It might have been the koalas, kangaroos or pictures
of the Opera House. I am not quite sure, but I always had a healthy obsession
with the land down under and a strong desire to travel there. Feb/04
Fleeing
Tropical Darwin For The Capricorn Coast ~ Or,
How We Escaped The “Build-Up” In Australia’s Sunshine State ~ by Brian
Norris - Just south of Brisbane and in what the Aussie's call the "sunshine
state" Yeppon, Australia offers the expat many incentives. From the endless
summer days, to the wide open beaches, to the abundant wildlife, northern
Australia makes for a good investment and a good place to call home. If
you want to get out of expensive Europe or dangerous America, then take
a look at safe Australia. Sept./03
Go West ~ Australia’s Other Coast ~ by Dawnelle Salant - Traveling down the East Coast of Australia, you’ll undoubtedly meet hordes of other travelers. From teenagers to backpackers to grandparents, everyone will have stories to share and advice to give. And it’s worth listening to; most tourists come to Australia and merely travel down the East Coast. But one wise traveler, who had dared to go beyond the East Coast, shared a story with me that was ultimately responsible for what I consider to be the most extraordinary experience of my life. Aug./05 Going, Going – Ghan ~ Across Australia By Train ~ Story by Carol L. Bowman Photos by Ernie L. Sowers - The full moon beamed down on the baked Red Centre clay, emitting a rebounding glow from the earth. Rounder, fuller than the moon my eyes are accustomed to viewing, the illusion of a different Southern Hemisphere’ tugged at my imagination. Just then – a movement outside the window distracted my attention. A huge, red, short-haired kangaroo hopped alongside the sleek silver Ghan Train car, his speed enhanced by the coolness of the Great Victorian Desert night. We were both traversing the vast Australian Outback, by different locomotion and with different view points, to be sure. Earlier, only faint outlines of the ‘roos, hiding from the unmerciful sun among the scrub bushes and scant gum trees, were visible. Jul/05 Immigrating To Australia - The First Twelve Months ~ by Sarah Jacquet - There are obvious times in one’s life to immigrate to Australia. Being pregnant, with no organized prearranged job, family or friends in Queensland are not many peoples idea of good, well-planned timing. July/04 Learning Australian - Surfing Australia - Crista Birmingham, an American surfer has been learning Australian while she surfs the best spots in the land down under. She provides us with insights about Australia, Australians and what it takes for a Yank to get along with them and their culture. She also explains how to transverse the country and how to land jobs. Little Things on a Big Island - Little Things on a Big Island - Moving to another country one can expect a bit of culture shock. However, when my family and I decided to seize an opportunity to live in Australia we were fairly certain we could adapt easily. After all there is no language barrier and the culture is decidedly similar to the United States. What we found was that it was the little things that took us by surprise, things we hadn’t considered or prepared for. Oct./06 Local Guide Solves Migration Dilemma ~ Moving To Australia ~ by Liz Sharp - When Louisa and Robert Dawdy sold their property and business in the UK and made the life-changing move to the Gold Coast with their three children, they did not expect the challenges that lay ahead. Almost 18 months after migrating, Ms Dawdy said the move had been the hardest thing the family had ever done: “we expected to pick up where we had left off – we sold up everything we had in England and took it for granted that everything would fall into place over here”. Dec./04. NOW is the time to invest in Australia’s East coast cities - NOW is the time to invest in Australia’s East coast cities - As a property investor, you like most are probably looking for excellent value today as well as solid projected medium to long term growth. April/06 .
Residency In Australia ~ From Residents To Citizens ~ by Sarah Jacquet - Our two year anniversary of living in Australia has been officialised by an application to become Australian citizens. This is an opportunity open to permanent residents after living in Australia for two years. What the change of status means is that as members of the Australian community, we have the same rights as Australians; we can vote, have a passport, receive social security payments, work in the public service or serve in the armed forces if we want to do so. Nov./05 Saving Australian Wildlife - Reintroducing Native Species Down Under - Volunteers Help Group Fight for Forgotten Animals in Mallee Country - The first of their unique sanctuaries, Warrawong, in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia is now well-established and is setting the standard for sanctuaries elsewhere in the country. It is one of the few places in Australia where you can see the duck-billed platypus living and breeding in its native habitat. Even for a born and bred Australian, this is a thrill--so few have seen them in their natural state. There are also wallabies, bandicoots, woylies, bilbies, as well as native fish and birds thriving in the place. Sensational Sydney ~ Falling In Love With Sydney ~ by Dawnelle Salant - Sydney! I really, really love Sydney. This line, from the slightly tacky commercial advertising Australia’s biggest city, has an irrefutable ring of truth to it. I, personally, really, really do love Sydney. Besides having one of the most famous and spectacular harbors in the world, Sydney truly has a multicultural and cosmopolitan vibe. Dec./05 Short Term Work Resources ~ Resources for Locating Jobs Abroad - Short Term Work Resources - Transitions Abroad has collaborated with Escape from America Magazine to bring escape artists a broad and exhaustive compilation of job opportunities in over 30 countries all over the world, including a regional guide to the Mediterranean, Latin America, Central and Eastern Europe, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. In addition to that treasure, this page and the next offer sound leads to serving in a voluntary capacity, as well as teaching overseas at some of the world's most prestigious schools. In following issues of Escape from America Magazine, we will be adding to this valuable resource on a regular basis. We know how important our Jobs Overseas section of your magazine is, and we're doing something about it. Check it out. South Molle Island – The Affordable Whitsunday Getaway - South Molle Island – The Affordable Whitsunday Getaway - The Whitsundays have the additional reputation as one of the more pricey places to stay along Australia’s East Coast. Celebrities such as Julia Roberts and George Harrison have homes in the area, and Hamilton Island boasts a luxurious five star resort. But if you’re like most vacationers and not traveling on an A-list budget, South Molle Island is the perfect place to take in all that the Whitsundays have to offer, without giving up too many luxuries. Oct./06 Still Surviving Down Under ~ An American In Australia ~ by Sarah Jacquet - “She’ll be alright mate”, an Australianism for dismissing problems as mere inconveniences. “No drama” (no need to worry) unless it’s time to rush to a BBQ or down to the beach. Very comforting words when facing the challenges of our second year. Now at the end of October the temperature is already hotting up 32C. This we’ve found is just the right temperature to disappear every other weekend for camping, fishing and water sports. Nov./04 Surfing, Koalas And Night Canoeing ~ The Final Leg Of Australia’s East Coast ~ by Dawnelle Salant - Two hours south from the commercialized tourist resort of Surfer’s Paradise lies Byron Bay. Part of New South Wales, Byron Bay is the perfect beach town. Not too big and not too small, the surfing mecca is flawlessly situated on an ideal surfing break. Tourists flock here not only for the surfing, but also for the town’s many spas, yoga centers, nightlife and one particularly famous dive site. Jul/05 Sydney: From the City to the Mountains - Sydney: From the City to the Mountains - You could easily spend weeks in Sydney and not see everything that this sensational city has to offer. In my last article I covered only a few of Sydney’s highlights. When you’re in a big city for a short time, it’s hard to decide which tourist attractions you have to leave out, but there are certain must do’s in Sydney. April/06 Tax Structure In Australia ~ Contracting Down Under ~ By Nicki Reynolds - There are lots of people who write to the E-zine interested in going to Australia: what do I do, what about immigration, what about taxes? The country must be a wonderful place to live in. I have a friend who is working in the north of Australia and she tells me she wants to stay as long as possible as there is no other place she would rather be. If you want to start planning a move to Australia, then the above article will help you plan your move. April/03 Traveling And Staying Healthy ~ Working On Organic Farms In Australia And New Zealand ~ by Stephanie Giordano - When I first decided to take an extended journey away from home, I knew I would be faced with the tiresome dilemma of what to do with all my stuff. I quickly decided that "stuff" was meaningless in the grand scheme of life. But I didn’t want to give it all up. I wanted to keep my favorite books, my practically new Swedish foam mattress, and all the things I had collected since college. I couldn’t afford a storage unit (could barely afford to survive the 6 months I'd be away). When I thought about it though, six months is nothing. I mean, I wasn't spending seven years in Tibet. Oct./05 Travels Down Under ~ The East Coast Of Australia ~ by Dawnelle Salant - I have no idea why I waited so long to travel to Australia. I guess the fact that it is far, far away had something to do with it, but let me tell you - the long journey is well worth it. Australia is a huge and extremely diverse country with plenty to keep the avid traveler happy. I'm here on a one year working visa, and I'm already worried that one year won't be long enough. Feb/05 Travels in Australia - More From The East Coast Of Australia ~ by Dawnelle Salant - Last month, I began my adventures on the East Coast of Australia, starting off in Cairns and journeying south to Magnetic Island. Leaving Magnetic and continuing farther south, I’ve been taking my time and enjoying all that the Coast has to offer. I see way too many travelers rushing down to Sydney, missing out on so many new and original experiences. The East Coast of Australia has so much to offer that sometimes I think I could probably spend the rest of my traveling days happily following the shoreline as it winds around some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. I haven't come across a single place that I wouldn't return to in an instant - but some locations definitely stand out from the rest. Mar/05 Turtle Hatchlings - Wet, Sloppy Seal Kisses and Feeding Dolphins ~ by Dawnelle Salant - On Australia’s East Coast, just about every month of the year is part of a season bursting with special wildlife activity. Some of these seasons, such as the presence of stingers in the north, are not always welcome. But one of the most interesting and exceptional seasons takes place from November to March. Fifteen kilometers northeast of Bundaberg, Queensland at Mon Repos, marine turtles drag themselves onto the beach to lay their eggs, and starting in January, tiny hatchlings emerge from the sand. May/05 Western Australia Part Two ~ Time Travel And Mermaids ~ by Dawnelle Salant - My adventures in Western Australia began about halfway up the coast near Exmouth, Coral Bay and Ningaloo Reef. I had been surprised at the area’s isolation and small number of people who lived and traveled here. But as we went south towards Perth, we were confronted with even more of Western Australia’s remoteness; long distances between towns that decreased in number and in size, and very few vehicles on the long empty roads. Oct./05 Worth My Weight In Gold ~ The Final Leg Of Western Australia ~ by Dawnelle Salant - After making our way down the enchanting but secluded coast of Western Australia from Exmouth to Kalbarri, I have to admit I was thrilled to arrive at our next destination, Geraldton, and see a traffic light! With a population of over 23,000, this was the biggest city we’d seen in Western Australia so far. As much as I love the isolation and immersion into nature that the rest of the coast provides, I did feel a certain excitement at seeing neon lights and a huge grocery store. Nov./05 .
PSST! The Scoop On Austrian Money Secrets ~ Ironclad Secrecy, First-Class Amenities…And (If You Qualify) Instant Citizenship ~ by Mark Nestmann - While you won’t find languid tropical nights or sunkissed beaches in Austria, you will discover that this history-drenched country is a very profitable place to invest, do business or take up residence. What’s more, it has the world’s most exclusive “economic citizenship” program. If you qualify, you can obtain instant Austrian citizenship—which would give you one of the world’s premier travel documents. Dec./05 Vienna: The True Heart of Europe - Vienna: The True Heart of Europe - The swinging city on the Danube lay at the edge of the Free World during the uneasy decades of the communist threat, and was close enough to feel the icy breath of the" Siberian bear". In fact between 1945 and 1955 it was divided into sectors by the Allies just like Berlin, with the Russians making a rare retreat in return for the Austrian neutrality. Long before the Soviets forced their utopian ideology on the peoples of Central Europe, Vienna lived its glory days as its unquestioned capital. Jul/06
Investment & Travel - Investment & Travel - Dialing for dollars in Brazil & Feasts and finds in Nassau Launching a new life on the high seas: home aboard Eris Island - by Kiana Delamare, "Now we live in an even more magical place called Eris Island, a 50-foot sloop. As I write, we're poised to set sail for the Bahamas, waiting for clear weather so we might embark on the Caribbean adventure we've been dreaming of, and planning for. We've been working up to this moment for some years, in fact." Life on Eris Island, part 3, Setting sail at long last: glorious days in the Bahamas - Marsh Harbour is a place that feels welcoming and safe. Unlike in Nassau and Freeport, there are no big-city bright lights, no fancy resorts or casinos, and, most important of all, no threat of violent crime. At home aboard Eris Island, afloat in the Bahamas, I have finally arrived in the world of my dreams. by Kiana Delamare So,
You Want To Move To The Bahamas ~ Through
The Eyes Of A Transplanted American ~ by David Reeve - I have compiled
the following pages for your enjoyment, with the help from my wife Andria.
She is a native born Bahamian, who spent 25 years living in the United
States, while I am an American.I wrote this E-Book it to assist people
who might desire to move to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and to better
understand the people and lifestyle. The Bahamas consists of over 700 islands
of which approximately 34 are inhabited. June/04
The Lost Continent Found on Paradise - The Lost Continent Found on Paradise - Paradise Island is a small spit of Bahamian earth in Nassau Harbor connected to the mainland of New Providence by two entry and exit bridges vaulting pastel condos, resorts, and marinas. Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, is also the common name for all of New Providence. People say they’ll retire to Nassau; students come to Nassau to party and couples are wed here. April/06 Things Are Better On Grand Bahama - Things Are Better On Grand Bahama - Living and investing in the Bahamas is made a lot easier when you have someone who knows the ropes. Jerry Ritter knows the ropes better than anyone we know. He tells us about the Grand Bahamas. It comes as a surprising to some that the Bahamas actually consist of over 700 islands. Some of them are gems. If we lived there and had a boat we could see them all -- one day at a time. Residence, Immigration & Work Permits - Special Feature From LowTax Online TaxWire - In an ongoing effort to provide a cross-section of the best offshore information on the internet, EscapeArtist seeks out the best online resources. We are really excited about a new website and news letter called, Low Tax Online NewsWire - In this issue of Escape From America we present a Special Feature from the NewsWire on Residence, Immigration & Work Permits. Countries covered are: Bahamas, Bermuda, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jersey, Mauritius and Panama. An excellent resource from a valuable newsletter. If you intend to invest offshore you need current information from an effective source, the LowTax Online TaxWire is as good as it gets. Their international editorial staff provides up to date information from around the world. .
Looking At Real Estate In Bangkok, Bali & The Philippines - Looking At Real Estate In Bangkok, Bali & The Philippines - I then went to Bangkok, a hot and crowded place, but my favorite city in this part of the world, probably even ahead of Hong Kong. Poor planning got me there in the middle of the Thai New Year, which meant everything was shut down for a week, and I didn't get a chance to see a lot of property. On the other hand, the whole city goes wild with a water festival; you walk down any street and after five minutes you're completely soaked from squirt guns and buckets of water thrown at you, day or night. It's great fun. Bangkok reminds me of L.A. without the social problems. If you're thinking of living in the Orient for a while, this is the place. - Doug Casey looks for real estate in the Orient. Press Release - Bali hotels hopeful as reservations continue - Press Release - Bali hotels hopeful as reservations continue ~ As Hindu Balinese observed the Galungan festival and Muslim Balinese welcomed their fasting-month of Ramadhan, shops, restaurants and cafes - excepting those closed for the dual holidays on Tuesday - were open for business as usual. While the bombings of Oct. 1 at Kuta Square and Jimbaran Bay in Bali have had an impact on hotel and tourism, the general effect has been minimal relative to the devastation of Oct. 12, 2002, that nearly incapacitated the industry, and the overall feeling that prevails appears to be one of cautious optimism. Oct./05 .
The Practicalities Of Moving To Bali ~ Thoughts On Living In Bali ~ by Bruce E. Pohlmann - This is a follow-up to my last two articles about living overseas, in particular living on the island of Bali. I suppose, being a frequent lurker and participant on a number of Bali internet forums, that I shouldn’t have been surprised at the number of people that wrote to me asking about moving to Bali, but I was. The following are the most common questions that potential expatriates have in regards to moving to Bali. All prices and fees are in United States dollars unless otherwise noted. April/05 .
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