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The Pros and Cons of Moving Abroad
on: by Tim Leffel
Whether you want to work overseas, retire abroad, or just move abroad to cut your living expenses in half, there are pros and cons of moving abroad. There are a lot of major benefits to living in another country as an
Answers to The Usual Objections About Moving Abroad to Save Money
on: by Tim Leffel
If you bring up the idea that you’re thinking of moving abroad, be prepared for some resistance. Just as some people won’t support your year-long trip around the world, you’ll get lots of objections about living abroad, especially if you’re American.
What’s in my Travel Bag When Packing Light
on: by Tim Leffel
What should you put into your travel bag if there’s a need for packing light? Almost 11 years ago, I did a guest post for the once-mighty Gadling blog called What’s in your pack Tim Leffel? At the time I had
How Much Does It Cost to Live in Colombia?
on: by Tim Leffel
The country of Colombia is not in my World’s Cheapest Destinations book, but it is in my cheap living abroad book A Better Life for Half the Price. It has a whole lot going for it as a place to live.
The 12 Cheapest Destinations for Beer Lovers
on: by Tim Leffel
Who has the cheapest beer around the world? Which are the cheapest destinations for beer if you want to travel to a place where you can put back some pints on a low budget? For many travelers this is a key