Global city livability rankings measure factors such as infrastructure, safety, environment, and economic stability, but their relevance to individual relocation decisions may differ from their intended urban-planning purpose. The piece examines how these indices are used and what they may overlook for people considering life abroad.
Argentina is characterized as a lifestyle destination rather than a tax-friendly jurisdiction, with Buenos Aires and wine regions cited as draws. Costs are described as high and property-related bureaucracy as particularly burdensome.
An opinion piece compares Greece to Thailand as a destination for digital nomads, examining whether Greece occupies a similar role in Europe. The comparison likely covers factors such as cost, lifestyle, and accessibility.
A video argues that US geopolitical and economic influence is declining, citing the dollar's reduced share of global reserves and instability around key energy chokepoints. It recommends holding citizenship and residency across multiple jurisdictions as a hedge against reliance on any single system.
The European Union is reportedly discussing suspending visa-free access for citizens of countries that operate citizenship-by-investment programs. An industry commentator describes CBI passports as shifting from an asset to a potential liability in this context.
A podcast episode covers recent political developments in Latin America including elections in Colombia and Peru, Paraguay's improved risk rating, the Mercosur-EU trade deal, Bolivia's instability, and Argentina's potential progress toward US visa-free travel.
A video argues that Cambodia, Argentina, and Kenya represent undervalued investment and relocation opportunities due to being overlooked by mainstream investors. The piece frames these frontier markets as offering both financial returns and lifestyle optionality.
A podcast episode covers Colombia's upcoming election and potential political shift away from socialism, Peru's closely contested election, and Paraguay's improved risk rating. The episode also touches on a healthcare experience in Panama as an example of living costs in Latin America.
A long-term traveler argues that the most important factor in sustaining extended travel is the willingness to slow down and do nothing, rather than relying on budgeting tricks or packing systems.