Escape Artist - International Strategies For The Globally Minded

Imagine stepping into retirement with an eye for adventure and a keen sense of budgeting. You've worked hard all your life, dreaming of a retirement filled with new experiences, but the…
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If you are a dissatisfied Canadian, like me, perhaps you have already been thinking about setting up your Plan B. If you have already started to put the wheels in motion, huge congrats…
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Should you move to Mexico? And where should you move to? Ajijic or San Miguel de Allende? Decisions, decisions! Both destinations are astounding in their expat significance. If you…
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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…
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Sadly, this is the question many people are asking themselves nowadays. With governments running higher and higher deficits, one has to wonder how all of this debt going to be paid off?…
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As boundaries blur and the globe shrinks because of technology and interconnected economies, the attraction of trading one's national identity for global mobility, security, and…
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In many ways, people today consider themselves more “worldly” than our ancestors. Perhaps they have traveled to countries around the world while, just a generation or two ago, their…
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“I’m bored. I think I might go back to Canada.” Two of our neighbours in Mexico were chatting in the courtyard outside the front door of our condo. “Why would you want to do…
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First things first, what is the Greece Golden Visa Program? The Greece Golden Visa Program is Europe's leading residence-by-investment initiative, consistently hailed for its allure to…
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With the state of our healthcare systems in the U.S. and Canada, many people are looking for alternatives. Whether you are being charged through the nose for dental implants or having…
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Is Costa Rica on your Plan B or retirement radar? Well, if not, it should be! And, when you read our February 2024 “Costa Rica” issue of Escape Artist Insiders magazine, you will…
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In global mobility, the allure of relocating hinges significantly on the political and economic stability of potential expat destinations. Expatriates, in their quest for new horizons,…
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As an Escape Artist reader (and hopefully also an Insider!), you are probably dreaming of a new life abroad, where you can escape some of the craziness of your home country, enjoy a…
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In January 2024, at the snowy gathering of the world's elite in Davos, Switzerland, a figure who embodies both disruption and controversy took the stage, capturing the attention of…
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El Salvador announced in December 2023 that they were launching their Freedom Visa program in a bid to attract foreign investment to the country, as well as to attract “transformative…
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Costa Rica, a Central American gem, is a haven for adventurers and nature lovers. This vibrant country is renowned for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and rich biodiversity.…
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Just last month, I wrote an article asking the question: Is Portugal Becoming Anti-Expat? My take, at that time, was that Portugal still had many visa options available and was…
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Good news for those looking for easier access to two popular expat destinations in Mexico. The Mexican government is considering proposals for new airports in two cities. San Miguel…
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With its idyllic blend of tranquil beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant biodiversity, Costa Rica is a magnet for American retirees seeking adventure and serenity in their golden…
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Palau has made waves recently with their new digital residency program, with many people touting it as a potential workaround for crypto platforms that have banned users from certain…
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