Country Guides
Country Guides
Long-form country playbooks: visas, neighborhoods, schools, healthcare, taxes, climate — everything you wish you knew before booking the flight.
What You Need to Know Before Moving Abroad: The Complete American Expat Checklist
Taxes, healthcare, visas, banking — the complete checklist for Americans planning an international move.
Health Insurance for American Expats: The Complete Guide
Medicare stops at the border. IPMI, local public systems, and emergency evacuation — your options explained.
Why Americans Are Leaving: The Real Numbers Behind the Exodus
The real numbers behind the American exodus — who's leaving, where they're going, and what's driving them out.
Things to Do in Ireland: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, Dublin pubs, Galway's arts scene, whiskey distilleries, and the Wild Atlantic Way.
Things to Do in the UK: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
London beyond Big Ben, Edinburgh Festival, Cotswolds villages, Scottish Highlands, Lake District hikes, and proper pub culture.
Things to Do in France: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Paris neighborhoods locals love, Provence lavender, French Riviera, Loire châteaux, Bordeaux wine, and Lyon's food scene.
Things to Do in Spain: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Barcelona's Gaudí, Seville flamenco, San Sebastián pintxos, Granada's Alhambra, and the Balearic Islands.
Things to Do in Italy: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Rome's hidden gems, Amalfi Coast drives, Florence art, Venice off-season, Cinque Terre, and Sicilian street food.
Things to Do in Germany: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Berlin's alternative scene, Munich beer halls, Rhine castles, Black Forest trails, and legendary Christmas markets.
Things to Do in the Netherlands: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Amsterdam beyond coffee shops, Utrecht canals, Rotterdam architecture, tulip season, and King's Day celebrations.
Things to Do in Switzerland: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Alpine hiking in Zermatt and Jungfrau, scenic train routes, Lake Geneva, chocolate tours, and adventure sports.
Things to Do in Japan: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Tokyo's electric neighborhoods, Kyoto temples, Osaka street food, Mount Fuji, onsen culture, and cherry blossom season.
Things to Do in South Korea: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Seoul's Hongdae and Bukchon, Busan beaches, Jeju Island, DMZ tours, temple stays, and K-BBQ culture.
Things To Do in Thailand: The Ultimate Guide for 2026
Bangkok temples, Chiang Mai old city, ethical elephant sanctuaries, Krabi beaches, Thai cooking classes, and island hopping.
Things To Do in the Philippines: The Ultimate Island-Hopper's Guide for 2026
Palawan's El Nido, Cebu whale sharks, Boracay beaches, Banaue rice terraces, Siargao surfing, and Manila's Intramuros.
Things To Do in Australia: The Ultimate Guide for 2026
Sydney Harbour, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne laneways, Uluru, Great Ocean Road, and Tasmanian wilderness.
Things To Do in New Zealand: The Ultimate Guide for 2026
Milford Sound, Queenstown adventure sports, Rotorua geothermal, Hobbiton, Tongariro Crossing, and Franz Josef Glacier.
Things To Do in Canada: The Ultimate Guide for 2026
Vancouver and Whistler, Banff's turquoise lakes, Montreal's food scene, Niagara Falls, and Northern Lights hunting.
Things To Do in Mexico: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Mexico City's Roma and Condesa, Oaxaca mezcal, Tulum cenotes, San Miguel de Allende, and Día de los Muertos.
Things To Do in Colombia: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Medellín's transformation, Cartagena's old city, the Coffee Triangle, Tayrona beaches, and Cali's salsa scene.
Things To Do in Panama: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Panama Canal, Casco Viejo, Bocas del Toro islands, Boquete highland coffee, and San Blas indigenous territory.
Things To Do in Costa Rica: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Arenal volcano hot springs, Monteverde cloud forest, Manuel Antonio wildlife, Tortuguero turtles, and Caribbean vibes.
Things To Do in Ecuador: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Galápagos wildlife, Quito's colonial old town, Cuenca's charm, Baños adventure town, and the Avenue of Volcanoes.
Things to Do in Portugal: The Ultimate Travel Guide for 2026
Lisbon's Alfama and LX Factory, Sintra's Pena Palace, Porto port cellars, Benagil Cave, Douro Valley cruises, Madeira levadas, and the Azores.
Can a US Citizen Buy a House in Ireland Without Residency?
Yes — Ireland has no citizenship or residency requirement for buyers. Here's the 2026 process for Americans, PPSN, stamp duty, taxes, and financing.
Buying Real Estate in South Korea as a Foreigner: The Rules Nobody Tells You
The real 2026 rules for Americans buying property in South Korea — the new Seoul permit system, taxes, 4-month move-in rule, and Busan/Daegu as alternatives.
Can an American Buy Farmland in Costa Rica? Maritime Zone Rules Demystified
Yes, Americans can own Costa Rican farmland in their own name — but not beach concession land. Here's the 2026 rulebook on ZMT, corporations, and rural title.
Are There Any Countries Americans Can't Buy Property In? A 2026 Guide
The real list of countries that ban or restrict foreign property ownership in 2026 — from China and Vietnam to Mexico's restricted zone and Canada's extended ban.
Do You Need a Visa to Buy Property in Spain as an American?
No — Americans don't need a visa to buy Spanish property, but you still need NIE, bank account, and a lawyer. Here's what's actually required in 2026.