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Exotic, romantic, and diverse. In the five years since we started our dedicated coverage of Brazil, it’s turned out to be a virtual treasure trove for the readership of International Living. We’ve delved into little-known corners of the globe before...and we’ve tackled some pretty large and wide-ranging countries. But there’s been nothing quite like Brazil, when considering its sheer magnitude, appeal, and potential. Escape to Brazil gives you the real insiders’ view on the most fascinating country in Latin America.

In this exclusive bonus, you’ll meet many expats who’ve moved to Costa Rica for many different reasons, whether they were seeking cheap medical care, a lower cost of living, relief from a stressful day-to-day life in North America, or many other motivations. And from their experiences, the problems they solved, and how they navigated the "system" in Costa Rica, you’ll shorten your learning curve to do the same things. It’s kind of like hearing a friend describe the shortcut he takes to bypass rush hour traffic… or being introduced to your neighbor’s reliable handyman—you benefit from their experience.

Wondering if you can afford to retire in Italy? Well, you can. Although the popular areas of Rome, Florence, and Milan are admittedly expensive, not all regions are as unaffordable as you might expect. In rural areas and small towns, plenty of homes are available for less than $150,000. Often a lot less… Escape to Italy will provide you with all the information you will need to turn your dreams of moving overseas into reality.

Let’s face it: the good old days, when you relaxed in your local travel agency reading a magazine while your agent scoured his or her resources for the best deals available, are all but gone. For the most part, today’s travelers are left to their own devices, and the number of online resources at your disposal can be overwhelming.The Internet is a great source of information, but unless you have a way to systematically work through the vast hinterland of travel sites, you could spend many long hours searching and still not find the best deal.

Ireland…the Emerald Isle…Europe’s enchanted island gem. Whether shrouded in mist or dappled in sunlight, this magical green island still delivers all the right ingredients for living another life. In Escape to Ireland: Everything You Need to Know to Retire Better, Invest Well, and Enjoy the Good Life for Less, we’ll share with you all the information you’ll need to make the most of a new life on Europe’s greenest and most scenically-gorgeous island.

This stunning stretch of Costa Rica’s coastline has literally been cut off from the rest of the country by the chain of mountains that border it for decades. Only four small towns (to speak of) exist there, and many of the locals have never even traveled to the country’s capital (just 101 miles away) or over the mountains at all…it’s been too difficult. Miles and miles of pristine, tawny beaches…with sheltered coves and private inlets…have been cut off from the world...but that’s all about to change as the world’s most perfect and private coastal destination is becoming accessible…Welcome to the Costa Ballena.