How to Retire Tax-Free Abroad
For decades, the formula for retirement was simple: work hard, save diligently, and ride out your golden years close to home. But for those paying attention, that model is starting…
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How to stay fit and focused on the road
Top 10 Things to Know if You’re Moving to Japan
To arrive in the Japanese capital, Tokyo, can be a sensorially confounding experience. It is a city of some 30 million people, with troops of skyscrapers stampeding across it, often…
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Gentle Winds and Strong Hearts: The Quiet Wisdom of Okinawa
Editor’s Note At Escape Artist, our goal is to uncover the deeper rhythms of life around the world. This month, we launch a new series exploring the planet’s five official…
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The Sweet Medicine of Good Food
You might not want to hear it, but the reality is that everything we take in—physically, mentally and emotionally—is food for our body, mind, and spirit. I’ve seen over and…
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A Little Structure Can Simplify Your Nomad Life
The digital nomad lifestyle comes with many well-documented perks. But what is much less discussed are the mental and physical adjustments one needs to make to stay healthy and productive…
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A Simple Recipe to Enrich the Soul
I love to cook, and I love to eat. But I struggled with an eating disorder for nearly three decades. I could never eat delicious food without feeling guilty and,…
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Meeting locals and travelers makes for a better expat experience
Moving to a new country is exciting and daunting, with so much to see and do and so much to figure out. Having somebody to lean on for tips and guidance, whether a local or fellow traveler, can be absolutely game-changing.
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Travel Medical Insurance International FAQ
Here at Escape Artist we know the importance of safety while travelling. Part of the safety aspect is having adequate health and travel insurance in case something goes wrong. Because…
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Where is YOUR Happy Place?
Recently, the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network came out with their World Happiness Report 2024. The media and talking heads love this report because they can use it to…
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The Top 5 Affordable Expat Destinations for US Retirees in 2024
In today’s economic landscape, US retirees are facing a unique set of financial challenges. Rising healthcare costs, inflation, and the uncertainty of Social Security sustainability are just a few hurdles…
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