Ernest P. Says: What are drugstores like in Portugal? Can I get my usual medications from one? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Ernest, That’s a great question and a very important factor to consider before moving overseas. While most, but not all U.S. and Canadian medications are available in Portugal, some go by Read more...: What are Drugstores Like in Portugal?
Lori L. Says: What can you tell me about the coast of Ecuador near Manta? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Lori, Manta is one of coastal Ecuador’s great success stories. Always a prosperous fishing city, with an economy that revolved around the tuna industry (homage is paid with a huge tuna statue in Read more...: What is Manta, Ecuador Like?
Jim C. Says: I’m going to visit Panama for a couple of months to tour around and check it out. Can I use my U.S. driver’s license there? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Jim, Since you’re planning to visit for two months, I imagine you will be there technically as a tourist. Tourists Read more...: Can I Use My U.S. Driver’s License in Panama?
Jackson R. Says: What are dentists like in Ecuador? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Jackson, One of the great perks for U.S. expats in Ecuador is high-quality, low-cost healthcare. And this holds true for dentists as well. Dental care in Ecuador is a bargain, costing 80% to 90% less than similar care in Read more...: What Are Dentists Like in Ecuador?
Beth D. Says: I’d like to “try out” living in Italy for a year or two. So I wouldn’t want to buy a home there. Do you have any advice on renting? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Beth, If you’re thinking of renting for a year or two, you’re probably better off looking Read more...: How Do I Rent Long-Term in Italy?
Amy H. Says: I fell in love with Montevideo when I visited some cousins there a few years ago and dream of going back there when I retire. It’s a long way though. How would I get all my stuff there? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Amy, Expats rave about Montevideo, with its Read more...: How Do I Move My Stuff to Uruguay?
Arnold U. Says: I want to move overseas soon, but I’m not quite at retirement age. Can I keep earning after I move? What’s the best way? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Arnold, If you still need to generate an income while living abroad, you’ll have to keep in mind that most countries Read more...: Can I Keep Earning After I Move Overseas?
Jaye F. Says: What are the roads like in Italy? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Jaye, Italy has a good road infrastructure, with more than 400,000 miles of roadway. Almost 4,000 miles of them are autostrade (motorways)—the equivalent of the German Autobahn. Italy was the first country in the world to start building Read more...: What Are the Roads Like in Italy?
Al B. Says: Can I use my U.S. driver’s license in Spain? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Al, Great question about your driver’s license. Rules about driving vary a lot from country to country, and it’s always important to make sure you comply with local laws. Once you become a resident of Spain, Read more...: Can I Use my U.S. Driver’s License in Spain?
Daniel P. Says: Can I get my mail forwarded to my new home in Costa Rica? IL Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens Says: Hi Daniel, While Costa Rica’s postal service (Correos de Costa Rica) leaves much to be desired in terms of reach and reliability, it is still entirely possible to receive mail there without much Read more...: Can I Get Mail in Costa Rica?