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Escape Artist’s Editorial Assistant Carla Rodrigues is a writer, editor, and creative strategist with a passion for helping ideas travel as far as people do. After building a career that spans storytelling, marketing, and international development, she joined Escape Artist to craft narratives that inform and inspire anyone ready to live beyond borders. Based in Portugal, Carla brings both creativity, precision and lived experience to her work, turning complex topics about relocation, investment, and global living into stories that feel personal, practical, and full of possibility.

Costa Rica Homes for Rent: Best Areas, Prices, and Tips for Expats
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Costa Rica Homes for Rent: Best Areas, Prices, and Tips for Expats

Introduction Few destinations combine tropical beauty, political stability, and modern comfort quite like Costa Rica. For retirees, expats, and digital nomads, Costa Rica homes for rent offer an easy gateway…
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Best Cities for American Expats Exploring a Better Way to Live
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The New Path for American Expats

If you’re an American thinking about living abroad, that idea usually blooms from a simple feeling: life could feel different somewhere else. Maybe mornings could begin with sea air instead…
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Find Your Next Chapter: Top Countries with Retirement Visa Pathways
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Top Countries with Retirement Visa Pathways

Introduction Many retirees dream of spending their golden years in warmer climates, lower costs, or more relaxed cultures. For those seeking long-term legal residency abroad, one of the first questions…
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Best Countries for Second Residency: The Ultimate Guide!
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Best Countries for Second Residency: The Ultimate Guide!

The Draw of a Second Residency Borders define where we start, but not where we have to stay. A second residency is a permission slip for flexibility. It means having…
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Costa Rica Cost of Living Guide: Prices, Budgets, and Tips
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Costa Rica Cost of Living Guide: Prices, Budgets, and Tips

Introduction Dreaming of living amid tropical breezes, verdant jungles, and friendly communities? Before packing your bags, the most critical question is: what will your dollars (or colones) actually buy? The…
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Welcome sign in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, a laid-back Caribbean town that offers one of Costa Rica’s most colorful and affordable coastal lifestyles.
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Your Guide for a Smooth Transition Moving to Costa Rica

Introduction Moving to Costa Rica is a bold lifestyle shift. Maybe you’re drawn by its sprawling rainforests, its year-round tropical climate, or the promise of pura vida. Whatever the reason,…
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Living in Portugal as an American: What to Know Before You Move
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Living in Portugal as an American: What to Know Before You Move

Introduction Living in Portugal as an American isn’t just a fantasy of tiled streets and seafood dinners. It’s an actual lifestyle shift that thousands of U.S. citizens are already making.…
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Cost of Living in Spain vs USA: Which Country Gives You More for Your Money?
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Cost of Living in Spain vs USA, and What It Really Means

Introduction Deciding where your money goes further matters more than ever. When comparing the cost of living in Spain vs USA, the numbers reveal more than just price tags; they…
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Every relocation begins with intention: a checklist, a map, a plan, and the clarity to choose the country that fits your next chapter.
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Where to Move Next: The Best Expatriate Countries in 2025

Introduction Moving abroad is a life-changing decision, and choosing among the best expatriate countries is key to making that change successful and sustainable. Regardless of if you’re chasing career opportunities,…
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Top 10 Best Places to Live in Mexico – Discover Your Ideal City
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Top 10 Best Places to Live in Mexico – Discover Your Ideal City

Introduction Mexico has become a top choice for people seeking a better quality of life, warm climates, rich culture, and more affordable living. But with so many compelling destinations, choosing…
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