SECTION ONE - LIVING OVERSEAS - INTERNATIONAL RELOCATION Alaska: Chasing A Lucrative Rainbow  By Douglas Herman Alaska: Chasing A Lucrative Rainbow - For over a century, the ability to get a deckhand job aboard an Alaska fishing boat has always been equal parts determination, self-confidence, persistence and luck.  Every year a large percentage of novice crewmen step aboard an Alaska fishing boat for the first time.  Most novices have never been aboard a boat of any kind in their lives. ... Belarus: Enjoying Yourself the Old Fashioned Way By Anne Coombes  Belarus: Enjoying Yourself the Old Fashioned Way - Most people have no idea where Belarus is; for them, it’s more a case of Bela-where? Simply put, it’s sandwiched between Poland and Russia, north of Ukraine and south of Lithuania. A trip to Belarus is far more than just another Eastern European retreat though; it’s a journey back in time, about fifty years to be precise. . Le Bout du Monde 5  By Basil Howitt Le Bout du Monde 5 - Basil Howitt reports on the hoards of Brits invading the Pyrénées Orientales (and elsewhere), and rails against unwanted visitors who invade his little patch of paradise at Le Bout du Monde. He is also bewitched by a Woman in White at a festival of grilled scallions “grown on steroids and viagra”. . Sailing Around the World For Free   By Julia Miller Sailing Around the World For Free - Around the world, large yachts are being built faster than bored people can leave their jobs to become qualified crew.  Since there are more available boats than available crew, the average person with little or even no experience can get a free ride on a yacht, as long as they don’t look like an axe murderer.  ... Buenos Aires: Nourishing the Body By Delores Johnson Buenos Aires: Nourishing the Body - A little known fact is that Argentina has world class Spas and Hot Springs, and they cost a fraction of what they cost in Europe or the United States.  I had only visited the Spas and Hot Springs in Hot Springs, Arkansas before moving to Argentina.  Ten years ago, a bath in the mineral waters followed by a one hour massage to relieve tired muscles cost US $100.  This high cost is what kept me from visiting other Spas. . Recipe For Disaster   By Bercedeh Stark Recipe For Disaster - If you've just landed a new posting or job, or moved to a new environment in a completely foreign country, are you adjusting well to all the changes?  Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with what you have to learn in order to feel at home?  Is your spouse suffering with the changes, leaving you feeling like you can’t help because of your travel schedule? . Tijuana: A City Between Two Countries By Adriana Ramírez Oechler Tijuana: A City Between Two Countries - Founded on July 11th 1889, its  motto is “aqui empieza la patria” (literal translation ‘The Homeland Starts here’), Tijuana is The Gateway to Mexico with a border that some 50 million people cross a year.  It is also the largest city in the Mexican state of Baja California with a population of 1,410,700. . The Serrano Ham: From Birth to Consumption By Gayle Hartley The Serrano Ham: From Birth to Consumption - The Serrano Ham is one of Spain’s most outstanding food products and one of the things that Spain is famous for.  The word "serrano” in Spanish refers to the sierra, or mountains. . “What do you do with yourself all day?” By Suzan Haskins “What do you do with yourself all day?” - Confessions of an American abroad.“I can find plenty to do when I go on vacation,” one friend confided, “but I’m not sure I could find enough to keep me busy full-time.  I can only read so many books and drink so many fruity drinks with little umbrellas in them…” . Meanwhile.... The Truth About South Africa - I was born and grew up in a place where, in my eyes, life was all about freedom and pleasure, a place where cheap labor in the guise of domestic help alleviated the burdens of maintaining households.  The only walls around properties were there to contain household pets within the perimeter and prevent small children from inadvertently running into the road. .....Life was then turned on its head when I, along with all other white South African school leavers, was conscripted into the South African Defense Force. INTERNATIONAL REPORTS ON OVERSEAS RELOCATION Complete Guide for Do-It-Yourself Planning and Driving Through Mexico and Central America -  " The updated eBook version of this guide  is the must have guide for anyone who is  thinking of driving through Mexico to Central America." The purpose of this guidebook is to assist those wishing to drive to areas of Mexico and Central America in conjunction with the NAFTA program, or for any other reason. The United States was a sleeping giant in the l9th century. The railroads that were built across the country were the instrumental forces in its development. Mexico and Central America are being awakened from their slumber by the building of the Pan-American Highway.  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 - .

Volume Nine Issue Number One January 2007 "To succeed in this world it is not enough to be stupid, you must also be well mannered." Voltaire(1694-1778) Ramada’s luxurious $45 million resort and residential condo complex is now being built in Jaco Beach, Costa Rica.  The hotel will be a Ramada four-star 72 room beach resort. The 228 deluxe residences are located in six 10-story towers.  Owners can participate in income producing programs sponsored by RCI, the world’s largest Global Vacation Network. Ramada -Jaco Beach, Costa Rica "When I despair, I remember that all through history the ways of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time they can seem invincible, but in the end they always fall.  Thinkof it - always." -Mahatma Gandhi Christie's has now come to Panama

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. . Brazil: Let the Buyer BEWARE !!! By Richard Conti Brazil: Let the Buyer BEWARE !!! - Now you all know that no one has more nice things to say about Bazil then this gringo.  I still believe Brazil is the best choice for us to look for that retirement and or vacation property.  As I have always tried to be fair and opened minded and love all your responses to my articles I do feel the necessity to bring a few things to light that may be of dire importance to some if not interesting to others. . 10 Tips For Searching For Property In Spain By Patrick Collins 10 Tips For Searching For Property In Spain - Foreign homebuyers are attracted to this fresh, stimulating country by the promise of sunny coasts and a warm, fun-loving culture.  It's always a good idea, however, to exercise patience and discernment when looking for property in a foreign country.  Here are a few simple tips to make sure your search for a dream home doesn't take on any nightmarish characteristics. .

See This Month's International Real Estate Marketplace Featured Listings "We've heard that a million monkeys at a million keyboards could produce the complete works of Shakespeare; now thanks to the internet, we know that's not true." Robert Wilensky

Freelancing in France: What You Need to Know By Anne Cosse Freelancing in France: What You Need to Know - Whether or not you already work as a freelance in your own country, being one in France is a whole new adventure.  The culture, the language, the tax and social schemes, the red tape, everything is different.  And you do not want to underestimate the importance of understanding and adjusting to those differences! . 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!” -  In plain, concise English (and with screenshots where appropriate) Income Freedom on a Shoestring explains how to select the suitable products or service to fit your interests and abilities, and guides you through the process of establishing and managing your online accounts for optimum growth. With the thorough, hands-on approach outlined in this guide, you could see money begin trickling in within a week, safely and securely, and you could soon have an established internet business.  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! - .

"This is my simple religion.  there is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy.  Our brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness." Dalai lama

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SECTION FOUR - OFFSHORE INVESTMENT / ASSET PROTECTION / PRIVACY

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Are You A US Person Thinking Of Accepting A Foreign Assignment? By Marc J. Strohl Are You A US Person Thinking Of Accepting A Foreign Assignment? - Some US Tax Matters You Should Know Before You Accept!This article is not designed to teach you the technical competence required to perform self compliance, however it will certainly arm you with the knowledge to determine if your US tax preparer knows all that they should know to provide you with technically competent professional services. . How to Avoid the Traps When Setting Up Your Offshore Business  By Mark Nestmann How to Avoid the Traps When Setting Up Your Offshore Business - “Imagine your own offshore company: doing business, tax-free, and anonymously, on a palm-shaded island. This can all be yours…”  At least, that’s what scam artist offshore promoters may tell you.  The reality, especially if you live in a high-tax country like the United States, is somewhat different.  It’s true: offshore companies can give you some significant benefits, but reducing your taxes isn’t usually one of them.   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.

There's nothing new to say about you. You topple walls kiss strangers surprise the street mocking January as if summer never died. Suave voiced, sweet mouthed not exclusive to the very young you shake us from our winter torpor naked, into Spring."  Anya Farrington-Fiore

SECTION FIVE - UNIQUE TRAVEL - EXPATRIATE TRAVEL

Waterfalls and Crocodiles In Australia's Top End  By Dawnelle Salant Waterfalls and Crocodiles In Australia's Top End - As we glide along the thick stretch of calm river, the guide fills us in on the differences between saltwater crocodiles or salties, and freshwater crocs, or freshies.  All I really need to know is that salties are much bigger and more dangerous, whereas freshies, apparently, don’t attack humans. Still…. . A Ramble in South East Asia: Part 5  By Ron Hannah A Ramble in South East Asia: Part 5 - What a difference 30 years makes!  And the Indian restaurant in the evening brought warfare of a different kind:  coriander and cumin exploded on the palate and rich peppers built a fine fire in the mouth.  How could anyone bomb this place?  What were they thinking? . Venezuela: Merida Revisited By Margo Rose Venezuela: Merida Revisited - We drove out through the heavily forested countryside of the cloud forest.  Tree ferns were everywhere, along with the melastoma meridensis, it’s berries the favorite food of all the tanagers. We went way back in, to some areas where the roads were deeply rutted and there were no people, houses, livestock, dogs or anything.  There were only birds, tons and tons of them.

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

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Expatriate Conferences

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... 

Caribbean Lifestyles Magazine ~ See the NEW online version of our CaribPro Magazine All you need to know about Living, Working and Investing in the Caribbean Features and articles on how to "up-sticks" and move on down to the blue water tropics and relax under a palm tree. Information on retirement possibilities, buying property, Caribbean lifestyles, job opportunities, investing, Caribbean culture, classifieds and the Caribbean Marketplace. Our stories of successes and failures are told by those who have made that lifestyle change and moved to the Caribbean themselves. Live the Dream!   Dont Miss Issue Number One ~ Country Focus - Dominica ~ Building Prefab Housing in Antigua ~ Escape Canada (Legally) to Bermuda ~ Buying Caribbean Property Safely ~ Real Estate Investment in Costa Rica ~ Low Cost Retirement in Belize and Panama ~ How to Buy a Private Island ~ Moving to the Spice Island - Grenada .......  and so much more Click Here to subscribe FREE - hassle free unsubscribe anytime

Each month we have two magazines that go out to over 350,000 subscribers; individuals that fit a unique profile. Our readers are educated, intelligent, individualistic, action motivated free-thinkers with a global perspective. In every issue of our two popular  eZines you'll find a page of classified advertisements directed specifically towards our type of individual. You can put your advert in there for a very reasonable price - Click Here For More Information Click Here To Place A Classified See This Months Classified Advertisements

New eBooks availble on our website:  The Fitness Starts @ Home Training Guide - After helping thousands of individuals to achieve their deeply personal objectives through seminars, personal training, coaching, one-on-one and group sessions, boot camps and fitness classes, Sean Trask now makes them available to you in this powerful eBook.  Don´t waste any more valuable time with personal trainers or gym memberships when you can get all the motivation you need in this easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide. All you ever wanted to know about buying a Castle - I once said that most people will do almost anything to read about buying a castle, because it's such a fascinating subject; but then I added that few of them will ever really go out and buy a castle. Well I wrote that before the Berlin wall fell and the sudden surprise appearance of numerous magnificent castles in Eastern Europe.  Suddenly we were seeing castles worth buying at prices we could afford. Then came the expat revolution, and thousands of people starting moving overseas; and what better house could we ask for beyond a castle?All You Ever Wanted To Know About Buying A Castle answers all the questions that arise once you decide you want to pursue this most ultimate of dreams. Joint Adventures - How Anyone Can Create Financial Freedom with No Cost or Risk, Using Joint Ventures - Financial independence offers people freedom, dignity, self respect, education, quality of life and personal growth opportunities. This eBook is an instruction manual that shows the reader how to use Joint Ventures to create multiple streams of increasing passive income with no cost or risk and how to remove all income limitations from your life. It will show you how financial freedom can be yours.This book is designed to literally change your life. The simple, no-nonsense approach contained in this eBook shows how you can retire in a relatively short time using Joint Ventures, whether you have a business or not and regardless of your background or situation. This remarkable approach is based on 19 years of experience and proven systems. Christopher Howard´s Living and Investing in the new Cuba - Cuba is the most populous and largest island in the Caribbean.  Located only 90 miles from the U.S. mainland, Cuba - sometimes called the "Pearl of the Caribbean" for its beauty - boasts miles and miles of breathtaking terrain, towering mountains, spectacular landscapes, quaint colonial towns and a couple of cosmopolitan cities.  The 300-odd unspoiled beaches, bays and inlets surrounded by the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Caribbean have always been the island´s main attraction.For over 40 years Cuba has been isolated from the mainstream of the world while trying to live the socialist dream.  The world has changed and so has Cuba.  Now is the time to come and explore this country that has so much to offer.  The Practical Guide to Practically Everything You Need to Prepare for the Camino de Santiago - Over the past few years the number of people who have undertaken the Camino de Santiago has increased from 2,491 in 1985 to a high of 179,944 in the Holy Year of 2004.Tales of miracles attend the history and tradition of this life-changing event that is contemplated by millions of people each year. Despite its popularity it is still a challenging trek and to get the most out of it requires preparation. So how does one prepare for the spiritual journey of a lifetime? With this eBook you will find out directly from someone who has made the journey and knows how to prepare for it. In the summer of 2005, Cheri Powell and her husband walked the five hundred miles of the French route of the Camino de Santiago. 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.