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SECTION ONE - LIVING OVERSEAS - INTERNATIONAL RELOCATION . Swedish For Beginners  By Matthew Nowachek Swedish for Beginners - A Didactic Warning by an American Student to Those Attempting to Access the Inaccessible Swedish Language. .. Got What It takes To Be An Islander? By Robert Miskimon Got What It takes To Be An Islander? - The act of moving to an island is a bit like falling head over heels in love. We're swept away by beauty, a sense of otherworldliness, and a natural high that really rattles the endorphins. In such a state, we feel blessed, joyous, excited, thrilled even. Just like love. . Anyone for Singles?  By Celia B Lockwood Anyone for Singles? - There is a supposition that when we retire, we are all comfortably in ‘coupledom’.  The ads, the information sites, show nice air brushed, cozy pictures of couples, sweaters casually thrown round their shoulders deep in conversation, broad smiles on faces - or walking hand in hand towards the sunset.  But some of us who retire and re-locate are actually on our own….divorce, death, just running away from the tedium of life as we know it.  . Water: The Fountain of Life By Ilse L Contin Water: The Fountain of Life - Contaminated drinking water is one of the leading sources of health problems for international travellers and expatriates.  Each year more than 10 million people going from an industrialized nation to a less developed country suffer diarrhea or more severe waterborne diseases. . Argentina: Exploring the Delta Area of Buenos Aires   By Dolores Johnson Argentina: Exploring the Delta Area of Buenos Aires - In early August the azaleas and the jasmine started blooming in Buenos Aires.  In the Southern Hemisphere, springtime doesn’t officially arrive until September 21, but these beautiful flowers know otherwise. With the warm, sunny days, I started exploring Greater Buenos Aires. . Coming to Spain? By Patrick Collins Coming to Spain? - The first part in a series of short practical articles (very general in scope) for people who plan on visiting or living in Spain, written with the intention of pointing out aspects of Spanish life that may be challenging to foreigners.   Sabah: A Coconut in the Shade By Ron Hannah Sabah: A Coconut in the Shade - Consider Sabah, one of two states that comprise East Malaysia, on the northern tip of Borneo.  When I was a kid poring over atlases in the library after school, Borneo was the end of the earth, a land of mysterious and terrifying headhunters and fevers, from which few returned. Today you can take packaged river cruises in the Indonesian part of Borneo, to the south, and venture into its dark heart where headshrinkers may even still be removing neuroses by removing heads.  . New Zealand: Kiwisms By Linda Boughman New Zealand: Kiwisms - A Kiwi is not just a fruit, or a flightless bird.   It is the name adopted by New Zealanders as a nickname for themselves and an adjective for their culture.  The word Kiwi originates from the Maori word for several species of a bird endemic to New Zealand. English is the official  (and most widely spoken) language but the New Zealanders have a few little "Kiwisms' of their own. . Our Life on Roatan  By Judith Allred Our Life on Roatan - A Leisurely, Luxurious, Affordable Caribbean Dream. You smell the perfume of the white ginger and watch the palm fronds sway in the southeastern trade winds… slip into quiet, blue water that feels like velvet on the skin… walk along the white sand and scoop up shells, adding to a collection already spilling onto the patio table... Experiences like those -- a daily pleasure on Roatan, Honduras -- are, really, what enticed us to invest here.  . Meanwhile... TB: Natural Disaster or Manmade Catastrophe? The Asian tsunami of December 2004 killed upwards of 300,000 people.  That same number of human beings dies every sixty days worldwide, killed by an ancient disease: tuberculosis.  Even in the United States, where in the 1900s TB was one of the leading causes of death, there is still a significant national health problem.  In 2003 some 14,000 cases were reported (that's 5.1 cases per 100,000 population per year) and today there remains a disease reservoir of approximately 15 million infected people. .. INTERNATIONAL REPORTS ON OVERSEAS RELOCATION Uruguay for Retiring, Investing, or Just Good Living by Lee Harrison - Uruguay for Retiring, Investing, or Just Good Living by Lee Harrison - If you've never considered Uruguay as a place to live,  or even to visit you’re going to be completely surprised by all it has to offer - The country is diverse. Montevideo is a old-world European style city with fine restaurants, colorful markets, sycamore-lined streets and a cultural scene second to none. Here you’ll encounter an honest, European culture that’s representative of what you’ll see throughout the country. In Colonia, you’ll find that the original Portuguese settlement has been restored, and its residents have made it one of the finest examples of old colonial architecture in South America. With it’s year ‘round tourist trade, Colonia is a great place to invest in a colonial restoration or a rental property.  Living & Investing In Panama - Find Out About Living & Investing In Panama - As things continue to deteriorate inside the United States intelligent people are looking offshore for a stable relocation safe-haven - Panama has it all - Panama is affordable - Panama is modern - Panama is two and one-half hours by air from Florida - Panama is stable - Panama has great real estate - Panama uses the US Dollar - Panama has almost no crime - Panama has a good climate - Panama is enviromentally pristine - North Americans, Canadians & Europeans are welcome in Panama - Find Out About Living & Investing In Panama - Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia - Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia  - “Thinking about working in or immigrating permanently to Australia  … and frustrated with trying to get answers from government sources? Don’t spend a single cent – or waste a minute more – on your visa application until you read about this report -

. . "It is not enough to have a good mind.  The main thing is to use it well."        Descartes (1596-1650)  . . . . . "The great enemy of the truth is very often not the lie - deliberate, contrived and dishonest, but the myth, persistent, persuasive, and unrealistic. Belief in myths allows the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought." John F. Kennedy (1917-1963)   . ..

Languedoc: A strong favourite for property investors                                                                                                                               By Alex Charles Languedoc: A strong favourite for property investors - Alex Charles, co-founder of property specialist website Creme de Languedoc, makes the case for why over-seas investors should not miss out on this strong investment opportunity.  . International Real Estate Marketplace Featured Listings International Properties With Color Photos International Real Estate Marketplace Featured Listings - See this month's featured real estate listings - Real estate in New Zealand, Chile, Brazil, Croatia, Panama, Belize, Costa Rica, and from around the world. Each month we feature new properties in our featured listings, colored photographs and access to our entire database of properties from around the world. Find your dream property and plan your escape. . Coastal Chile  By Lee Harrison Coastal Chile - Rolling down the new coastal highway at 75 mph, I was continually surprised by the breathtaking views of the rocky Pacific shoreline, the majestic cliffs, the wide beaches, and the hidden sandy coves.  Reminding me more of California than anywhere else in South America I’ve travelled, the Chilean coast enjoys much the same climate and geography.  But, while the quality of life and the infrastructure are comparable, Chile’s cost of living and property prices are dramatically lower than in southern California. . Real Estate In Brazil -  Imobiliária Em Brasil - By EscapeArtist.com New - Real Estate In Brazil - See our new page dedicated to resources and information on Real Estate In Brazil -  Articles, links and resources on Real Estate In Brazil - Imobiliária Em Brasil - Note, this is not an article page, but a new EscapeArtist.com resource for international real estate. By EscapeArtist.com .. "Eccentricity is not, as dull people would have us believe, a form of madness. It is often a kind of innocent pride, and the man of genius and the aristocrat are frequently regarded as eccentrics because genius and aristocrat are entirely unafraid of and uninfluenced by the opinions and vagaries of the crowd." - Edith Sitwell (1887-1964)  . ..

See This Month's International Real Estate Marketplace Featured Listings . . "Never discourage anyone ...who continually makes progress, now matter how slow." Plato  (427BC-347BC) .

Making Money Overseas - Writing eBooks For EscapeArtist.com By EscapeArtist.com Making Money Overseas - Writing eBooks and Reports For EscapeArtist.com - Yes, you can make money writing eBooks and reports for us, good money. In fact you can make enough money to live on overseas. We are now seeking eBook reports on almost any subject; not just on expatriate issues. We have had so much success with our eBooks that we have decided to expand our library to include more subjects - - subjects that are important even if they are not directly related to expatriate issues. By EscapeArtist.com .... INTERNATIONAL REPORTS ON OVERSEAS MONEY MAKERS Get a Job on a Luxury Cruise Ship - Quickly & Easily! -Get a Cruise Ship Job! - Click Here "Discover how you can Travel to the World's Most Exotic Places...having the Best Time of Your Life...and Get Paid for it!" - “Now is the best time in history to get a job on a cruise ship” - Get Paid to Travel the World Having the Best Time of Your Life! - “It’s almost the perfect job!” -  Careers In Yachting - A Unique Lifestyle Career - A Special Report -  How To Get A Yachting Job - Where to go to look for a yachting job. • Who to talk to get it. • Where to stay while searching for employment. • How to make ends meet until you find a job. • About and how to deal with crew agencies. • Extremely effective means of obtaining employment outside of agencies. • The ins and outs of interviewing. • The pros and cons of working on a charter yacht versus a private yacht. • Crewing as a couple. • Vital tips that will put you ahead of the pack. • Crucial mistakes not to make and much, much more.  The Portable Professional - Earn A Living Worldwide - The Portable Professional - Earn A Living Worldwide - It is now possible to make a living from anywhere you can log on.  The technology is there and the opportunities are there.  Mark McMahon has written an eye-opening report on how to make a living worldwide.  Earn US Dollars and/or EUROS from wherever you are on the planet.  The options are limitless and the time is now.  Learn more about how to break free - learn how you can live your life like it belongs to you - Live Where You Want To Live! ~ Live How You Want To Live! ~ And Make Money Doing It! - .

Travel Writing and Photography Workshops Next Live Event - Greece 15-19th Oct, 2006

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SECTION FOUR - OFFSHORE INVESTMENT / ASSET PROTECTION / PRIVACY

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The Sexier Side of Annuities ByMarc Sola The Sexier Side of Annuities - Annuities are turning some heads this decade.  Annuities, particularly fixed annuities, were once viewed as staid, safe investments for long-term tax planners.  Or, in other words: the boring but safe investments. Well now with global interest rates still trading at historically low levels and offering negative returns, the focus this decade has shifted to offshore variable annuities.  Or, in other words: the sexier investment-seeking annuity.  . . Obtaining Residency And A Second Passport From The Dominican Republic - Obtaining Residency And A Second Passport From The Dominican Republic -John Schroder has written numerous articles for EscapeArtist.com - He has devised a unique residency / passport program that is quick and effective. While not given mention by the so-called 'instant passport' websites, John's program results in residency in less time than any program we know about.  In addition, with John's program one ends up with a legitimate passport, unlike the sort of document that the 'instant passport' scam artists proffer.  Take the time to contact John and find out what he can provide in terms of residency. The feedback that we get from John's clients demonstrates that John has the speed record for providing offshore residency.  Getting a passport after residency involves method.  John knows the method.  If you want residency and a passport in hurry, go see John -  .... . INTERNATIONAL REPORTS ON OFFSHORE INVESTING How To Get A Second Passport - Now you can get a second passport - click here for details - This is the only book that will get you a second passport; without the hype, the rip off, the B.S. and the run-around common to most books on this subject. This book will also show you how to get residency, work permits, retirement residency, and student visas in every region of the world. Twenty seven nations covered - 241 pages of rock solid facts. Retirement Planning for Offshore Living - The advantages of outsourcing your retirement have never been better! Why not start a second "dream" career, or retire in a low cost, tropical country? Spend less than 25% of your present monthly budget while maintaining or even enhancing your lifestyle.  Say "goodbye" to your financial planner and her "advice" that you must accumulate at least $1,000,000 or more in liquid assets before you retire or leave your "day job". "Retirement Planning for Offshore Living" will become your personal coach and roadmap to "offshore living". Use the standards provided to identify, compare and analyze your optimal country and retirement or second career haven. Privacy - Your most important possession - They've Declared War  on Your Wealth & Your Privacy  ..and You Could be the Next Innocent Victim! - The Privacy Report - Regain Lost Privacy With The Lifeboat Strategy - Mark Nestmann was one of the people whose work I consulted when writing the book version of Escape From America. The ongoing erosion of privacy in the United States is the most important issue facing Americans today.  Without privacy, we have nothing, or less than nothing. Privacy is a human imperative because privacy of self is an important biological necessity of a sane and stable sense of self. It is a scientific fact that a rational person cannot have their autonomous sense of self (their sense of privacy of self,) compromised and still function as a healthy individual.  Thinking and creativity require the capacity to make independent judgments, an invasion of our privacy such as that going on in America today violates that capacity. It is more than important to reclaim our privacy, it is a biological necessity. Those who want to know about privacy and how to regain it turn to Mark Nestmann; he is the authority on issues of privacy, and he has a wide range of solutions to our loss of privacy problems. .

Don't let anyone with a 91 IQ play games with your assets - It's Your Money! You've worked hard to get where you are...  you've earned your money the old fashioned way, by ingenuity and hard work.  You don't mind helping others, but you don't want to squander your money and you don't want others to squander it for you.  Your money belongs to you, and that means that it belongs offshore. Today there are a wide range of choices in going offshore - To find out how you can go offshore quickly and painlessly in offshore jurisdictions around the world - Click Here - Protect Offshore Real Estate - Click Here . " If A is success in life, then A equals x plus y plus z. Work is x; y is play; and z is keeping your mouth shut." - Albert Einstein (1879-1955) . . "A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort." - Herm Albright (1876-1944) .

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SECTION FIVE - UNIQUE TRAVEL - EXPATRIATE TRAVEL

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Sinai Desert 2: Said's Story  By Said Khedr Sinai Desert 2: Said's Story - The first time I came to Dahab, I came with my father.  It was 1983, and for me Dahab was nothing less than Heaven.  A palm tree oasis with shining gold sand (this is what Dahab means, 'Gold')… and the Sea.... back home in the desert, I would close my eyes and see the amazing colours of the coral reef, and the blue water stretching all the way to the Saudi Arabian mountains.  . A Ramble in South East Asia  By Ron Hannah A Ramble in South East Asia - Continuing Ron Hannah's observational and perceptive ramble...."We were interested in the villages around Sapa and I wanted to see Dien Bien Phu where the French were defeated in 1954.  We heard from returning travellers that it was below freezing up there, and that travel was difficult.  The spectre of a very large Australian tourist at a streetside shop trying to buy a sweater that would fit him in this land of small people, was what finally scrubbed those plans, I think."   Ankara's Fertile Ground By Nancy Lunsford Ankara's Fertile Ground - A doubly pregnant Appalachian artist blooms in a land of fecundity and fortune-telling, where popcorn is magical and village midwives are more accurate than sonograms. . Undervalued Argentina By Barbara Perriello Undervalued Argentina - Whatever your dream, you may be pleasantly surprised to find there's one nation where it's not simply attainable - but remarkably affordable, too: Argentina. It's varied, beautiful, sophisticated… and undervalued, which means it makes a lot of sense right now - whether you're in the market for a primary residence overseas, a vacation home, or simply a smart investment. . Costa Rica: Midway Between Heaven and Hell By Manu Cron Costa Rica: Midway Between Heaven and Hell - Surely it was a routine workday for Park Rangers and Volcanologist checking the pulse of Earth's boiling entrails, but for us it was an awesome experience.  Seldom one could enjoy such a magnificent display of Nature's immense powers.  Our planet is alive.  The same forces that millions of years ago forged continents and archipelagoes, still breath from the core of the Earth.

. "Everyone has a right to a university degree in America, even if it's in Hamburger Technology." Clive James . "To be able under all circumstances to practice five things constitutes perfect virtue; these five things are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness and kindness." Confucius Chinese philosopher & reformer (551 BC - 479 BC)  .

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SECTION SIX - CONFERENCES - CLASSIFIEDS  - EBOOKS - ANNOUNCEMENTS & MORE

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Expatriate Conferences

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Travel Writing and Photography Workshops

The Ultimate Travel Writer's and Photographer's Workshop - click here for next workshop date - Hosted in enticing destinations the world over, you gain an entire course worth of knowledge in just four days. Devoted to either travel writing or travel photography (and, occasionally, to both) these programs always provide fast-paced, concentrated learning from expert instructors ready to share their hard-won secrets. You'll come away with publishable articles and/or photos in hand, learn the insider's tricks for turning your observations and snapshots into cash, landing travel perks, and enjoying the freedom, independence, and travel that freelancing delivers... 
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Classified Advertisements - Success Story Continues! ~  See This Months Classified Advertisements - Due to popular demand the listings in our Classified Advertisements Section continues to grow and provide readers with the best way to advertise on the Internet at the most reasonable prices. Escape From America Magazine created a low cost way for EscapeArtist's to advertise, and for other EscapeArtist's to make contact with their services, products, ideas, real estate and escape routes. For those of us who've  spent hours of discovery peering through the classified sections of magazines like Mechanics Illustrated and Popular Science, a classified section is like looking through a collectable store for those surprises that make the hunt a pleasure as great as the discovery Place A Classified - You can place a Classified Ad that reaches over 350,000 individuals twice a month at almost no cost. In addition, we're interested in your ad...  read on...

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eBooks For Expats

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New eBooks availble on our website:  Island Living in Belize - Island Living in Belize ~ A Guide for Expats, Retirees, Investors and Travelers to Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker and Belize’s Other Islands. A 240-page report on what you need to know about Ambergris Caye (Belize’s #1 destination for travelers and expats), up-and-coming Caye Caulker, and Belize’s other islands. How to get there. Where to stay. How to stretch your dollars and save money. How to find the best deals in beachfront and sea view real estate. How to retire under Belize’s “QRP” program or get permanent residency. This eBook covers all of these practical details, and much, much more. Malta - Mediterranean Jewel - Malta - Mediterranean Jewel ~ The definitive guide to the ultimate Mediterranean Retirement. Sunshine and balmy Mediterranean sea breezes, palaces that once were home to the Knights of Malta, and a western lifestyle equal to anywhere outside of the USA – all of these things await the enlightened entrepreneur as well as the discerning retiree on this island jewel. Offering an outstanding quality of life, the clean and picturesque nation of Malta boasts excellent housing, fine restaurants, nightclubs and casinos, and numerous outdoor recreational activities. Cozumel - The Complete Guide - Cozumel - The Complete Guide ~ Cozumel Vacation the complete guide offers more than 200 pages of reviews, business listings, tours, attractions, and money saving tips for island visitors. Cozumel, the largest island in Mexico is a vacation hotspot visited by thousands of people each day. Some stay only for a day and some stay for weeks at a time. Visitors travel to Cozumel arriving by plane, ferry, and cruise ship. This beautiful island has long been known as a cruise ship and diver's paradise. World-famous dive sites discovered by Jacques Cousteau and beautiful white beaches, Mexico's Cozumel is home to one of the biggest barrier reef systems in the world. For the past ten years, author Patricia A. Holt has been coming to Cozumel and experiencing all it has to offer. The one thing Cozumel was missing was a complete guidebook for visitors to find things. That was her purpose in compiling over 10 years of real life experience into the perfect island directory. Now you can benefit from the knowledge she has gained visiting Cozumel for more than a decade. You can relax and enjoy your vacation knowing that anything you need to know from A to Z is at your fingertips. If you are coming to Cozumel for the first time or coming back for the 10th time this book is a must have for your travel bag.  You get complete listings, reviews, and prices of all: restaurants, tour operators, rental companies, hotels, shops, AND you will have all local phone numbers, websites, emails, and contact information. The book also has a map and gives directions on how to get around and where to go. Creating Your Ideal Life in New Zealand - Creating Your Ideal Life in New Zealand Immigrating, Buying Property and Starting a Business on an Island Paradise. ~ You can choose a country that lives life like no other, and it’s time has never been riper. Take its rolling, lush green hills, its miles of sparkling coast, and its snow-capped mountain ranges. Add the warm and friendly people, incredible food, wine, culture and nightlife. What you will find is enough to keep anyone enthralled for a lifetime. This guide provides you the recipe to create a new home in New Zealand and enjoy life in a country that will constantly delight and surprise you. The Insiders Guide to Thriving in Dubai - The Insiders Guide to Thriving in Dubai ~ It has spectacular beaches, but is not Australia.  It is one of the world’s most secure destinations, but is not Singapore. It has opulent city hotels and superb beachside resorts but it is not Bali. It has world class shopping, but is not Hong Kong.  This is the Insiders Guide to Dubai, city of merchants, cultural crossroads, and surprises.  Wedged between Europe and Asia, buttressed by Africa, Dubai’s encouraging tax regime, and robust business environment have produced a country that is building energetically on the advantages which location, centuries-old trading savvy and oil wealth have given it.  Endless Winter - Endless Winter - The all in one guide to ski resort life. ~ Somewhere, that perfect snow blankets a remote alpine valley. The local chalets and resorts are buzzing with activity. The leisure class wealth is flooding the economy. Business is booming for waiters, masseurs, aestheticians... and you could be there, on top of your game in an exclusive skiers’ paradise. What’s more, when Spring comes and the contracts expire and the layoffs begin, a new snow season is just starting up for you. You’re all set to travel across the equator, to another picturesque village of cottages and lodges coming to life with the first flurries of winter. If this sounds like the life for you, then you should have the eBook Endless Winter - Your Guide to Working in a Ski Resort. This is the all-in-one guide to maintaining a year-round ski resort lifestyle. Find out the best way to apply for the best jobs at the best chalets, the most popular resorts, in the location of your choice. eBooks for Expats - International Relocation Reports - Offshore Investment Reports - Reports On Offshore Real Estate, Moving Overseas,  and a wide range of subjects for those seeking to restart their lives overseas.  eBooks are a great idea.  Consider This: If, for example, you are trying to figure out how to move to Bolivia, buy a ranch, get residency and a passport; you won't find a standard book on how to go about accomplishing those ends at your local library.  You will here.  We have hundreds of great eBooks lined up and coming your way.  Diamond mining in Africa, play the European lottery, where the odds are ten times better than the USA, Homestead in Belize, Moving to Thailand, Working Worldwide from a lap...  our list of titles is growing daily.

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Announcements

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EscapeArtist Travel Magazine ? EscapeArtist Travel The travel magazine and website with a point of view; a world-view. EscapeArtist.com and EscapeArtist Travel is about more than travel; it's about personal exploration through world travel and international relocation.  EscapeArtist is for the independent thinker; the self-aware traveler passionately seeking an interactive cultural experience, meeting local people, examining cultural conditions and exploring unknown lands. Departments and service features will surround the adventurous travelers with every aspect of their obsession -- world music, living abroad in multiple nations, second nation residency visas, columns on travel photography, travel ethics, work vs. travel issues, historical journeys, travel health, travel-tech, and road gear. In creating this website we did so with an international perspective - - we've moved overseas, some of us from the USA, others from London, some of us from other nations: and now we live overseas; or to be more precise we live an international lifestyle picking and choosing our locational preferences. We travel the world gaining from each nation what each nation has to offer, we don't judge other nations based on the prescribed political view of any other nation - - we make our own judgments, we're independent people and independent thinkers.  We are what might be called international perspective sophisticates.... and we believe that you are too, or you wouldn't be here on this website seeking information on international relocation.