6 Reasons to Move to Guatemala
Why Guatemala? Note, October 2026. This guide is older and the residency numbers in it had moved on. The income test for permanent residence as a rentista or pensionado is…
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Don Halbert
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Retiring in Cartagena, Colombia: A Brief History for Expats
Colombia, are you nuts? You might well ask this question if you haven’t visited this enchanting city and not many North Americans have. Cartagena is a jewel in the Caribbean…
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Retiring in Switzerland, a Wealthy Nation
Retiring in Switzerland, a Wealthy Nation Is it possible to live well on a fixed and modest income in one of the wealthiest countries on the planet? I was about…
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Sex In The City: Dubai Style
Sex In The City: Dubai Style Dubai remains a bastion of ‘liberalism’ here in the Middle East; the place is hated by ultra-conservatives (of which there are but a few)…
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A Spanish Love Affair: Living on Ibiza – Part 2
In the first article in this series, Katharina described how their family’s first amazing visit led them to move from the UK to Ibiza. Click here to read Part 1 of “A…
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How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia – Part 3
Freelance Teaching Freelance teaching is more for the pros; most teachers are afraid of being on their own and opt out for teaching at some school. Fine, leaves more good…
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How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia – Part 4
More Thoughts On Freelance Teaching A lot of native English teachers like to place ads. How do you know you’re not setting yourself up to be robbed by somebody who…
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Survival Tips for Your New Life in Moscow – Part 2
Expenses Some people think that Moscow is one of the most expensive cities in the world to live in. I guess it depends on your life style as to whether…
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Survival Tips for Your New Life in Moscow – Part 3
Leisure Time If you like the nightlife, then there must be at least 1000 different nightclubs and bars here of every type. Some are expensive because they cater to the…
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Survival Tips for Your New Life in Moscow – Part 4
Making Money In Moscow Money can be made here in Moscow if you are a native English speaking teacher, good money if you know how to make it. But jobs…
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