Comments on: Have You Ever Seriously Considered the “Expat Lifestyle” – You Know, Daydreamed of What It Might Be Like to Live, Work Or Perhaps Actually Retire Overseas?

By: Fitness Guru

Fitness Guru — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:23:52 +0000

Great article… I’ve always dreamed of this type of lifestyle, but it’s also not something to be taken too lightly. It’s probably best to really get to know the country and local areas well before considering anything too permanent.

It’s also important to be aware of different laws and customs, and realize that you might not have all of the same protections that you do back home.

By: Jason

Jason — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:23:47 +0000

Talk with a lot of people that already live there, or consider going on vacation first.

By: urban clothing

urban clothing — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:39:31 +0000

Certainly a well researched article and leaves a lot to be considered when thinking of doing such a dramatic change to your life style.

A lot of research needs to go into the country to plan to go to. Especially if its to retire as you have to be sure you could afford to retire in your own country first provided its economy is stronger of course.

Definitely a lot of information here. Great post. Thanks!

By: Charter Catamaran

Charter Catamaran — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 04:30:57 +0000

Dear Anne,

There are a lot of things you need to consider. I actually did that step just simply out of the reason that you don`t find any safety or insurance anywhere that covers the risk of life. Now I am living such a happy life as you have described it. I am living on Phuket and we rent catamarans over here. Its easygoing and a wonderful job. You are in touch with the ocean everyday and people are OK. Well, your article made me remember my preparations. I did a lot of stuff before I went
Best regards
Tobi

By: Elen@ Insurance Quotes

Elen@ Insurance Quotes — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:17:11 +0000

Croatia is one of those little known gems of Europe and you are right when you say its very cheap.

By: Jeff @ Bermuda Vacation Packages

Jeff @ Bermuda Vacation Packages — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:39:19 +0000

Great Info, I tried to retire to Brazil, lived there for 5 years but had to come back and work. I plan to go back as soon as I can swing it. I will have a better plan this time around.

By: David@bali accommodation

David@bali accommodation — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:02:14 +0000

Running a small restaurant on the beach is the best idea i think.

By: heather@dental assistant training

heather@dental assistant training — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:02:34 +0000

I always envisioned myself retiring in Florida but you make good points that overseas may be the way to go money wise. I am thinking that I would like Croatia as my choice – which is a semi-English speaking country I believe and I heard that it is absolutely beautiful

By: ESL

ESL — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:06:14 +0000

I am an esl tutor and I have traveled and lived in several countries throughout my life. I wish I had this guide when I traveled. It is really comprehensive and informative. There are many challenges when moving abroad whether for work or retirement but it all comes down to how well prepared you are. A word of advice for anyone who is thinking about moving the biggest challenge I faced had to do with health insurance. You really have to look into your options long before you move. Anyhow, thanks for this article.

By: Johnny@cycling shorts

Johnny@cycling shorts — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:18:30 +0000

I’ve always wanted to go across Asia on a mountain bike. Trekking all the way through Nepal, Bhutan, India, China. It’d be great. Cold in places but awesome!

By: Jonk@Limo Hire

Jonk@Limo Hire — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:46:12 +0000

Hey

Am currently in La Paz Bolivia and I can tell you the cost of living here is so low. The problem is the quality of life isn´t that great here.

As far as other places in South America, Buenos Aires is cheap and fantastic. Valparaiso is a cool city as well.

By: Charlie @ Best Hotel Bangkok

Charlie @ Best Hotel Bangkok — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:07:59 +0000

Great site. Have been an expat myself for nearly 10 years now and it has been an adventure.Bermuda, now New Zealand and finally Thailand where my wife and I will retire in Chiang Mai.

By: William G. Oatiz@Great Lakes cruise

William G. Oatiz@Great Lakes cruise — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:00:56 +0000

I have a friend who grew up in Panama before moving to Texas. I know he would like to get back to South America, but I expect he would go to Peru. He says it is quite beautiful.

By: London Accountants

London Accountants — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:21:41 +0000

Excellent article dude, I would love to work in a country where I am surrounded by blue seas and skies. That would rock!

By: Andrew@Freight Forwarding

Andrew@Freight Forwarding — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:57:48 +0000

Very well written article anyone looking to move abroad we are always happy to help.

By: Udo Satiz

Udo Satiz — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:06:52 +0000

I’d travel to Thailand and Laos and like it. Bangkok is amusing and lively. The cost of living is also low.

By: Panama Guide

Panama Guide — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:50:41 +0000

I took the plunge to Panama and I couldn’t be happier! Thanks for the info.

By: Michal@Glass furniture

Michal@Glass furniture — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:35:48 +0000

Well.. It’s hard to focus back on work after reading this post I think all of us dreamed about this.. But in most cases there’s one major “challenge” – that is family and all our loved ones. I would definatelly prefer living in a such wonderful place, but I can’t take everyone with me – and this I think keeps me from getting my backpack set up. Nice post though, cheers!

By: Quilim from Yacht Brokerage

Quilim from Yacht Brokerage — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:28:13 +0000

It’s very important to take everything into consideration before emmigrating. Remember they’ll probably be negatives as well as positives, and you’ll miss somethings about home and your family.

By: Matt@Hummer Hire

Matt@Hummer Hire — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:57:24 +0000

I’m going to spend 4 months in South America this year in a few countries with a view to living if possible.

Colombia gives Australians 180 days visa free (apparently) which would be a great test.