EA Editorial Staff, Author at Escape Artist

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Second Residency

The Ancestral Hedge for a Second Passport

There is a quiet revolution happening in the dusty municipal archives, parish record offices, and consulate waiting rooms of the world. Thousands of people are discovering that they already hold…

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Expat News

World News Roundup: Alliances, Austerity & Digital Drift

This week’s World News Roundup moves from deepening geopolitical alignments to subtle but telling shifts in everyday life. Belarus and North Korea formalize ties in a rare diplomatic gesture, while…

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Expat News

World News Roundup: Tensions, Trials & Turning Points

This week’s World News Roundup moves from escalating friction between Iran and the United States to a landmark legal moment for Big Tech. Europe faces fresh concerns over energy supply,…

Overlooking modern red three-dimensional buildings and flying planes, taken in the Library Park of Quanzhou City, Fujian Province, China

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Finance

How to Leave a Country Without Losing Your Wealth

Renouncing your citizenship is the most ‘all-in’ move you can make. It is not a casual administrative step or a symbolic gesture; it is a permanent, legally binding act that…

Driving Through Costa Rica on Your Own Terms

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Driving Through Costa Rica on Your Own Terms

Costa Rica rarely unfolds in the way people expect. It is often presented as a destination that is easy to navigate, compact in size, and neatly organised around a handful of…

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Expat News

World News Roundup: Power Plays, Pressure & Shifting Ground

This week’s World News Roundup moves between mounting military tension, political provocation, and the real-world impact of climate and technology. A US warship carrying Marine troops has been tracked en…

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Finance

The 2026 Guide to Crypto-Friendly Jurisdictions

The global financial landscape of 2026 is defined by a stark divergence between nations that view decentralized wealth as a threat and those that recognize it as the cornerstone of…

Eco-friendly travel isn’t about luxury labels or curated experiences. In many parts of the world, living lightly simply reflects the rhythms of everyday life.

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Eco Travel

Seven of the Best Eco-Friendly Destinations

Sustainable travel is sometimes marketed as a high-end luxury, all organic linens and $600-a-night eco-villas. But let’s be clear: more often than not, that’s greenwashing with a high price tag.…

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Expat News

World News Roundup: Escalation, Exodus & Unexpected Discoveries

This week’s World News Roundup moves between rising geopolitical tension and moments of quiet global change. The standoff between Iran and the United States is sending ripples through international travel…

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Expat News

World News Roundup: Conflict, Change & Curious Moments

This week’s World News Roundup moves from escalating geopolitical strain to quieter but profound social changes. Tensions between Iran and Donald Trump’s administration continue to intensify, while Dubai was shaken…