Subscribe
Sign in
Home
Notes
Latest Posts
Meet the Team
About
Welcome to Live Better Abroad
Real stories, real costs, real life… from the people already living your dream.
Jul 7
•
International Living
6
Portugal Isn’t Perfect—But Here’s Why I Love It
One expat shares the real costs, challenges, and joys of building a new life in Portugal.
18 hrs ago
•
International Living
5
Why We Chose This Small Italian Village
Cappuccinos and Tuscan sunsets… life in Chianni feels like a dream come true.
Oct 3
•
International Living
4
Most Popular
View all
My 5 Expat Deal-Breakers After Over 20 Years
Aug 16
•
International Living
11
5
The €65-a-Night Hidden Gem Hotel in Portugal
Aug 20
•
International Living
11
Sunshine, Seafood, and Simplicity in Southern Portugal
Jul 26
•
International Living
6
The Dos and Don’ts of French Manners
Aug 11
•
International Living
8
Yes, You CAN Upgrade Your Lifestyle in Europe
Sep 8
•
International Living
7
1
Ireland, your second home? Here’s why (and how)...
Sep 1
•
International Living
7
Latest
Top
Discussions
A Seaside Jewel at the Edge of Spain
Medieval walls, seaside plazas, and pintxos on the French border.
Oct 1
•
International Living
3
Why Having a Housekeeper Feels Like the Ultimate Expat Perk
A Mexico-based expat shares how this one benefit makes life easier, richer, and more joyful.
Sep 28
•
International Living
8
Chasing El Chorro: A Hidden Beach and Waterfall in Costa Rica
On the Nicoya Peninsula, Playa Cocolito rewards the adventurous with beauty, solitude, and a waterfall that flows into the sea.
Sep 27
•
International Living
4
Visit Bacalar’s Zen-Inducing Lagoon of Seven Colors
Escape to this 34-mile lagoon for adventure sports, gourmet cuisine, and some serious relaxation.
Sep 25
•
International Living
4
Where $1,200 Buys You a Comfortable Life Overseas
Our on-the-ground experts reveal 14 destinations where retirees enjoy comfort, community, and culture without breaking the bank.
Sep 23
•
International Living
6
1
This Town Redefines “Mediterranean Living”
UNESCO-recognized for the Mediterranean Diet—but it’s not on the Med.
Sep 21
•
International Living
5
Finding Home in Phnom Penh: From Rustic Lofts to Rooftop Pools
Exploring Cambodia’s capital reveals why modern condos often outshine romantic fixer-uppers.
Sep 19
•
International Living
3
See all
Live Better Abroad
Real stories, real costs, real life... from the people already living your dream.
Subscribe
Recommendations
Expat on a Budget
Kimberly Anne
Notes from the End of the World
Joel Bowman
Bonner Private Research
Bonner Private Research
A Letter from Chateau de Courtomer
Elisabeth
Live Better Abroad
Subscribe
About
Archive
Recommendations
Sitemap
This site requires JavaScript to run correctly. Please
turn on JavaScript
or unblock scripts
