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The Good Life...Stress Free Nova Scotia is one of those places that can seduce you through its sheer natural beauty. The seemingly endless stretches of picturesque coastline, a lush green countryside, the beautiful colors of autumn, and cheap and plentiful seafood, make it one of the most livable places in North America. If you like England, Ireland and Scotland, you'll love Nova Scotia. In today's frantic world, Nova Scotia offers PTs an unparalleled escape: old-world European architecture, great restaurants and leisure opportunities, and slow-paced towns that haven't changed much in 100 years, where fishing and enjoying the outdoors is a way of life. PT Friendly In no particular order, here are some other reasons to consider Nova Scotia as either a full-time or summer retreat. 1.) Canada is a peaceful nation with no enemies, good international relationships, and is at minuscule risk for a terror attack. 2.) Canada has a fully democratic system that respects individual rights and freedoms. In fact, Canada has some of the strictest personal and financial privacy laws in the world, and Nova Scotia's are among Canada's toughest. 3.) The cost of living in
Nova Scotia is up to 50 percent lower than in many American, European and
Asian urban centers, and Nova Scotia has some of the most affordable and
attractive real estate in North America. Though prices are quickly rising,
some oceanfront and lakeside lots can be had for as little as $15,000 (or
a charming 3-bedroom home on several acres can be yours for under $65,000).
Non-citizens may buy property without restrictions.
4.) Americans (Australians and most Europeans) don't need a visa to spend up to 180 days as a tourist in Canada, meaning you need not worry about official residency paperwork or tax obligations. You can simply cross the border every six months and return to the country as a tourist. 5.) Nova Scotia enjoys a crime rate more than three times lower than the U.S. average, with incidents of violent crime being remarkably low. 6.) Life expectancy in Canada is 79.8, higher than the U.S. and drugs are typically 30 to 50 percent cheaper than in the U.S., which is why more than a million Americans now have their prescriptions filled in Canada. 7.) A moderate climate is another plus. Summer temperatures range from the mid 60s to the low 80s, with the winters being much milder (with less snow) than many other places in Canada or the northern United States. 8.) Though I’m happily married and have never used the services of a paid companion anywhere in the world, I’m in the camp of those who believe what you do in the privacy or your own home or hotel room is your business. That said, for those interested in knowing, prostitution is completely legal in Nova Scotia (the outcall/escort service variety is, picking up streetwalkers is not). So, if you're budget-conscious, enjoy your privacy, and have a 19th-century mindset, then you owe it to yourself to investigate what Nova Scotia has to offer. The following are the previous articles Philip wrote for the magazine:
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