Phillip Townsend
A freelance writer, author and international consultant with close to 20 years of global experience. For information about his eBook and special reports on living and retiring abroad, visit: http://www.thegloballife.net
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American Vacationers, Retirees and Adventurers Find Cheap Real Estate and the Good Life in CanadaAs more Americans seek to buy second homes and vacation homes, a growing number are expanding the horizons and looking beyond US borders.
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The ForTwo, a Small Car with Big Gas Mileage Prepares to Enter U.S. Auto MarketGood things come in small packages. That saying has never been more appropriate than with DaimlerChrysler's micro mini-car, the Smart ForTwo. Imagine not being concerned about $3 plus gas prices or never having to worry about finding a parking space.
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Where to Live or Retire: 7 Great New Places to Start Over or Settle DownLooking for somewhere nice to live or reitre? Here are several new spots in the U.S. and beyond.
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How to Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft and What to Do If You're a VictimIdentity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. Here's how to protect yourself and what to do if you're vicitimized.
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Halifax, Nova Scotia: Canada's Low-cost Travel DestinationWith a strong European heritage, cheap eats and inexpensive accommodations skip New England and explore one of North America's lesser-known gems.
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Tax Evasion, Offshore Havens, Banking, Privacy and the IRSThe Internal Revenue Service and tax-collecting arms around the world and actively pursuing tax evaders and others going offshore for privacy reasons. Tread carefully!
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International Living: 3 Great Places to Live and Retire AbroadEver dreamed of owning a foreign vacation home, living or retiring in an exotic land? You're not alone. An ever increasing number of Americans and Europeans are being lured abroad by a lower cost of living and higher quality of life.
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Nova Scotia, Canada: Peace, Privacy, & Proximity to New EnglandFew places in the world evoke as much romance as Nova Scotia, Canada's fabled Maritime Province that is almost completely surrounded by water, just east of Maine in the North Atlantic.
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Saranac Lake, NY, the Adirondacks, Upstate New YorkFor the health-conscious traveler, there are few better places than Saranac Lake, a small village in the heart of the Adirondacks in upstate New York.
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Detroit, Michigan Travel and Tourist InformationDetroit may be a town you associate with blight, crime and neglect, but think again. The Motor City is reawakening, radiating a new 21st Century self-confidence.
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Sardinia, Italy: An Italian Travel PrimerLocated west of Mainland Italy in the Mediterranean, Sardinia is largely overlooked by travelers.
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Montreal: An Introduction to the Other ParisIf you are thinking about visiting Paris but concerned about the cost, consider Montreal. It has the feel of Europe without the distance or prices.
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A Traveler's Guide to Buying LuggageFor the traveler, luggage is a long-term investment. With literally hundreds of brands, styles and sizes to choose from, purchasing luggage can be a daunting task. Here's how to find the type that suits you best.
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Dominica: The Best Kept Secret in the CaribbeanThe Caribbean is synonymous with hedonism -- from the mass tourist Mecca of the Bahamas to the off-the-beaten-path divers' paradise of Bonaire.
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6 New Places to Live and Retire Close to NaturePeace and quiet. Majestic mountains. Oceans, lakes, rivers and streams. No crowds. Low crime. Life's simple pleasures.
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More Retirees Seek the Good Life Outside the U.SWith the first wave of 78 million American baby boomers reaching retirement, many will be lured abroad by a lower cost of living and higher quality of life.
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Living and Retiring in PanamaInexpensive real estate, a low cost of living, breathtaking scenery and world-class perks should put Panama at the top of your list if you're considering a life outside of your country.
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The Tax Man ComethWhat are the boundaries between legitimate tax planning, tax avoidance and outright tax evasion? It seems the lines are becoming more blurred with each passing day.
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International Real Estate: What You Should Know Before Buying AbroadWithout proper planning, your purchase abroad could be a nightmare. Here's how to make sure it's not.
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New Places to Live and Retire Around the WorldThe advent of fast Internet communication and inexpensive air travel makes it easier to turn any far-flung paradise into a permanent home. Which places in the world have the most to offer?
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Reflexology Links Body's Health to Foot, HandFoot Reflexology's earliest dating goes back to approximately 2330 B.C. where it is depicted in cave drawings in Egypt.
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Taoism: An Ancient Chinese System for Modern Western LivingTaoism is a system of Chinese philosophy and religious practices which extol the virtues of living in harmony with nature.
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International Living and RetirementAs nearly millions of baby boomers approach retirement age, many are finding traditional American retirement locations less appealing.
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Malaysia: A great place for travel or expatriationAsia's best-kept secret for expatriates, Malaysia has a vibrant mix of foreign and indigenous tribal cultures, creating a veritable melting pot of peoples, traditions and religions.
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Bolivia: South America's Retirement ParadiseA beautiful and inexpensive place without a tourist in sight. Sound like a dream? It's not. This slice of paradise does exist. Nestled high in South America's Andes mountains, Bolivia has a lot to offer.
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Cuba Libre!If I had to choose my favorite place in the Caribbean, it would be Cuba. For a traveler, there are few better places on earth.Also published on:
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Nova ScotiaFind Nova Scotia on a map - in the North Atlantic, east of Maine - and "paradise" won't be the first thing that comes to mind. But don't let Nova Scotia's northern latitude deceive you.