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How to Become a Permanent Traveler

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  • January 24, 2011
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Expertly written and explained, this is a “how to” guide for those savvy enough to manipulate the laws and become a PT: a Permanent Traveler. Ideal for those feeling trapped, limited, or stuck in their daily American lives, the life of a Permanent Traveler or Perpetual Tourist involves a good knowledge of international law, but once you have the hang of it, it’s possible to live a care-free life in a paradise country like Costa Rica. You just have to know the laws.

As a tourist, you fall outside the jurisdiction of many laws in foreign lands. For this reason, it’s crucial to always appear like you’re from another country. For example, if you’re pulled over by traffic cops in Costa Rica and you show them your passport and American License, it’s likely that you will be waved off with a warning. And in America, if you present a Costa Rican license to the police, you’ll likely get the same treatment.

This piece goes on to explain the perfect way of creating and maintaining your status as a Permanent Traveler. It details exactly what to do and how it protects you and your assets. The writer even goes on to explain some of his own personal business dealings and warns about being taken advantage of!

He and his wife, with their great knowledge of the law, have even put quite a few of those crooks in the slammer. So if you’re looking to escape your daily life and move to Costa Rica as a Perpetual Tourist,

Read the full story here.

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