by Andrew Hupert for www.AccidentalExpat.com The Southwest Pacific Coast of Mexico is one of the “up and coming” regions of Mexico. From Huatulco north to Puerto Escondido, the coast of Oaxaca state has a lot of beauty and natural wonders for those willing to explore a little. I have to warn you though – this…
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Retiring Abroad: Should Older Expats Pick Asia or Latin America?
Retiring abroad has gone mainstream for Americans looking to stretch their savings and inject a little much-needed adventure into their lives. Now the challenge is deciding WHERE to base your expat plans. Asia and Latin America are two of the top destinations for expat retirees, but choosing between them can be tough. From costs to…
The Complete Guide to Researching the Best Places to Retire Abroad
The Complete Guide to Researching the Best Places to Retire Abroad If you are thinking about retiring abroad, the first step is to make a list of what you want in your ideal retirement location. Consider priorities like: Affordable cost of living that matches your retirement income Access to good, reasonably priced healthcare An established…
The Best Laid Expat Plans vs. the Unseen”Other”
Expats need to make plans, but they are going to be upended by the events you least expect. There’s a chart for that.
The Sublet / Planning the Next Move
The expat community generally divides its attention and energy into 4 general themes: 1. Business. 2. Local culture. 3. Expat-social 4. Philanthropy/service.
The Colombia Trip: Planning now In Progress
One of the reasons for this trip is to experience a different regional economy. This is the first E on my STEEPLE chart. So I’ll be testing my $1,000 static budget index. I probably have to bump it up a bit, but Mexico did not pass the test. Well, Oaxaca did when I did not…
From Nomad to Expat: Embracing a New Lifestyle Abroad
The Original Accidental Expat I was the Accidental Expat, who made every decision based on the idea that I would be moving on soon. I was in expat denial – I couldn’t come to grips with anything being permanent. When I first started traveling and settling down in weird places, most of the other…