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The Hidden Side of Ho Chi Minh City

To discover the “Saigonese soul” of Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam’s largest hub, now home to over 10 million, you need to plunge into the side streets and explore the…
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Guide To Buying And Owning Mexico Real Estate

Buying a Home in Mexico If you’ve ever dreamed of buying a home in Mexico, now is a great time to make that dream a reality. Whether you’re looking to…
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Living in Italy as an American

American Expat in Italy: What to Expect Warm weather, great food, employment opportunities, and a peaceful place for retirement. Italy has all it takes to offer a “dolce vita” for…
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Residency Abroad: How To Work And Live In Portugal

How To Work And Live In Portugal Portugal’s residency program is one of the most convenient and streamlined options for those looking to live and work abroad.  Our experts have…
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Demand Vacuums And The Real Estate Opportunities in Fortaleza

Demand Vacuums And The Real Estate Opportunities in Fortaleza Brazil’s not doing well with the Coronavirus pandemic on its hands, and the world remains largely critical of how the state…
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Drugs, Cartels, and Crime: How Mexico is Misrepresented and Stereotyped—and Why So Many Americans are Going There Anyway

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Drugs, Cartels, and Crime: How Mexico is Misrepresented and Stereotyped—and Why So Many Americans Are Going There Anyway Exotic drug lords, illegal immigrants, and more—most Americans’ imaginations are swarming…
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Getting to Know Chile’s Expat Community

Getting to Know Chile’s Expat Community Whilst the USA is constantly tightening its border control, Chile has done quite the opposite. It continues to relax its borders and has largely…
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Can’t-Miss Destinations When Planning a Family Trip (part 3)

Strasbourg, France This French city, located just across from Germany along the Rhine River, is famous for its Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. Since it’s the world’s sixth-tallest church…
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5 Reasons Ambergris Caye Belize is a Caribbean Tropical Paradise

5 Reasons Ambergris Caye Belize is a Caribbean Tropical Paradise If you’re searching for your own slice of paradise, you’re not alone. People from all around the world are always…
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6 Reasons You Should Move To Ecuador

6 Reasons You Should Move To Ecuador. Of all the places in Latin America, Ecuador stands out as one of the most developed and beautiful locations throughout the continent. There…
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