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Is there good bus service in Chapala and Ajijic, Mexico?

Santiago Hernandez - Chapala Med

Bus in Guadalajara, Mexico – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living

Another public transportation that is available on lakeside in Chapala and Ajijic, are buses. Buses from Chapala to Jocotepec (around 5 miles) would be around 10 to 13 pesos (50 to 75 cents US). That is still a very popular mode of transportation for both expats and locals.

If you get to know the bus routes, it is a very convenient and dependable mode of transportation. A bus ride from here to Guadalajara (about 20 miles) will run you about 60 pesos ($3.25).

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Is there racial tension, acceptance or diversity in Panama?

Michael A. Martinez - B & B Real Estate Nicaragua / Panama Real Estate Information

Guna woman Comarca region, Panama – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living

There’s a wide acceptance in Panama. Panamanians are a very proud and a very mixed people. We’re a country that is part Caribbean and part Pacific. We have indigenous people who are descendants from the Mayans and we also have a Caribbean community. Panama used to be part of Colombia and I think was also part of Mexico at one time. I have been to many Central American countries and compared to those, Panama is the melting pot and is more open. Panama is a little bit...

How long will I have to wait for a doctor's appointment in Nicaragua?

Victoria Kuhl

Doctor's appointments are made within the week you would like to visit the doctor.

How are the roads in Ambergris Caye? Do I need a four-wheel drive in Ambergris Caye?

Christian Burn

The roads on Ambergris Caye are pretty good. They are mostly cobblestone, but they are starting to pave them more and more. They are very decent.

On the back of the island, you will see potholes on the roads that are filled with rainwater etc., but it’s not a problem. They are roads and not paved paths. On the mainland, all the roads are paved, so you don't need a 4-wheel drive.

What are the best reasons to retire overseas?

Nitzia Chifundo - Panama Sol Realty

Retiring overseas may definitely sometimes be a difficult decision but once you have found the right place, its totally worth it.

Many small countries but with developing economies like Panama can offer you a combination of things, such as: good and affordable health care, safety, good economy with a lot of investment opportunities, friendly people, good weather and beautiful places to go.

What’s it like to raise children in Portugal

Ana Ferraz

Easter egg hunt in Portugal – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living

Raising children in Portugal is wonderful. There is no violence here. It’s very secure so the children have lots of freedom and they can have lots of activities after school.

Here in Portugal, you will see children the age of 12 going to school by themselves by getting on to public transports. By the age of 15, they go to the cafes or the cinemas without adult supervision. Most cafes in Portugal don’t close until 1 AM. They go on their own. Parents don’t need...

Recently Posted Expat Stories

The Birth of a Classic: The First Flash Mob Line Dance In San Ignacio, Belize

First line dancing lesson, San Ignacio, Belize – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living

So how did this all start?

So there we were. Bored, in the jungle, and getting jungle fever. We were looking to socialize over beers, snacks, and music, all while working out and having fun. The solution (according to our teacher, who came from the UK) was obvious: line dancing.

First, we needed a venue, which turned out to be this open air restaurant / bar in the center of town called Hode’s place. Perfect!!

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How To Become an International Pet Smuggler

I moved to Panama from Toronto in July, 2007, but the airline I flew on would not take my dog Roscoe -- something about the summer heat being too much for animals in the cargo hold. So I ended up having to ship Roscoe by a different airline to San Jose, Costa Rica (at three times the cost of my own flight), and of course I then had to drive from my new home in Panama to San Jose to pick him up.

Thus began, innocently enough, my career as an international...

The physical distance means nothing when it comes to love.

Child in knight outfit – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living Blonde girl in dance outfit – Best Places In The World To Retire – International Living Whether you live across town or across the country, this is the same as being in a distant land. Our world is huge but still small and new technology makes it smaller still, easier than ever to stay up front and personal with family and friends.

This morning I laughed and talked with my grandson, age seven and granddaughter, age four. Their mother and father continued with the morning regime, making breakfast. I love SKYPE, as it keeps them alive and us in love with their...