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Welcome to an international living experience, a world full of potential for fun and for a higher standard of living!

More and more people are finding that moving abroad is just logical, not just from a financial standing (cost of living is generally lower), but also for a higher quality of life. While traditionally most people moving abroad have been retirees, communications now enable younger individuals and families to move anywhere. What could be better than working from a home office in a healthy location where you can safely bring up your kids… and enjoy time with them?

Multi-national individuals who earn their income in one country and live in another are becoming much more the norm, no longer being the rare eccentrics who scared bankers so much just a few years ago. Ever increasing in popularity is Mexico, which is a must see for international living. Don’t believe everything you hear; There are many places in Mexico that afford a high quality of life like Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Manzanillo, and many more.

I could never tell you to decrease your quality of life. But the price of housing has become so ridiculously high in places like Tokyo or Seattle, that you could likely cash out, take early retirement and live a much better life elsewhere, for less money. How does a rural house in the South of France, your tropical paradise on the Mexican riviera, a villa overlooking a Caribbean beach and a pied a terre on the ski slopes sound? The sky is the limit here, and the sweet sound of left over money jingles on the horizon

It goes without saying how simple this is financially speaking. Broadband internet around the world makes a desk and cubicle a thing of the past. Relatives back home? These days, anybody is only a push of a button away? How about sending them tickets to visit you and spend some quality time with you instead? Invaluable is experiencing life in other parts of the world for children.

If a US state of economic emergency can’t stop them then nothing will. On the contrary, it will turn the stream into a river. More and more wealthy Americans will move abroad looking for a better, cheaper - and lest we forget, healthier - lifestyle. The declining US dollar also serves to make property in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Latin America. All the better if you’ve got Euros or pounds in these dollar based systems. They, too, are becoming more adventurous in their property purchases. Living abroad is a great way for you to protect wealth. As a result, the local economies will benefit. We all derive gains from this deal.

The port and town of Falmouth, Cornwall is found on the River Fal and is located on Cornwall’s south coast. The actual harbour in the town is the third deepest natural one in the world and holds the title of being the deepest in Western Europe. If you’re thinking about a vacation in Falmouth, there are lots of different things to see and do in the town itself and nearby.

The accommodation in Falmouth is many and varied. Quite a few of the Georgian townhouses found in it have been converted either into hotels or into guesthouses. Many of these have the most amazing views of one of the five beaches that it boasts. One of these beaches is located next to Pendennis Castle, followed by Castle Tunnel, Gyllyngvase, Swanpool and then Maenporth.

As well as the beaches where you can lay back and soak up the summer sun as Cornwall is one of the sunniest parts of the UK. You can if you want learn more about this part of England’s maritime history through a visit to the National Maritime Museum. The building that the museum is housed in was designed by M J Long and has only been open since February 2003.

Along with the port still fully functioning as a cargo one where goods are brought onto the mainland. The port also features on the itinerary of a number of different cruise lines. In 2007, the port was expecting 64 cruise ships to actually stop in at Falmouth port as one of their ports of call. The port still forms a major part of the town and is responsible for much of the local economy.

That said, over the years because of its location and the surrounding area this town has been popular with film and television crews. The actor Will Hay stayed in the town as far back as 1935 whilst the comedy film “Windbag the Sailor” was being produced. Then in 1948, it was used as a backdrop for some of the scenes featuring Sir John Mills during the filming of Scott of the Antarctic. In addition, Disney used the town as part of its filming of Treasure Island.

If you’re a fan of this era of movies you will soon be able to recognise some of the places in the town as you wander around that formed the backdrop to some of the scenes. Although this is a very popular place with tourists from around the world the town has done it’s best to keep modern developments away and retain its original character.

For those who are looking for somewhere to go that offers a peaceful, gentle time then a vacation in Falmouth will be your ideal choice.

Check out this long list of Falmouth hotels.

Colchester is the biggest town in Essex. The town actually claims to be the oldest one in Britain and is definitely the oldest recorded Roman settlement in the country. Because of its history, there are plenty of Colchester attractions, which one can enjoy whilst visiting the town. In this article, we’ll take a look at some that should be on your shortlist when you stay in Colchester.

1.  Balkerne Gate – The most complete Roman gateway in the country and is believed to have been built at around 55AD. It was originally actually the main way that visitors would enter the town but over time was then transformed into a triumphal arch instead. Then, later, it became part of the town’s new walls before it was blocked up some four hundred years later in 465AD in order to help strengthen the defences of the town. It was rediscovered about a hundred years ago and this is why it has remained in such good condition that you see today.

2.  Charter Market – This is believed to be the oldest recorded market in the UK and has been a regular feature of the town for over 800 years. King John granted the market its Rotal Charter back in 1189 and this is where its name originates from. Today markets are still held here on a Friday and a Saturday and there is a wide variety of things to choose from as the charter prevents more than one stall selling the same item. 

3.  Colchester Castle – Altough “only” dating back to Norman times, this castle was built on the same ground as the Temple to Claudius in Roman times. But, the Roman temple was smashed to pieces in 60 AD as part of Queen Boudica’s campaign to force the Romans to leave Britain. The actual stone that was used by the Normans to build the castle is in fact much of the materials used to build the Roman temple. 

This castle now has one of the oldest and largest of all castle keeps in the whole of Europe and inside the walls of the castle there are lots of things to see and do. There are a number of exhibitions in the castle, which span more than 2,000 years of British history and there are displays that one can interact with as well. While you look around the castle you might want to find out about the Witch Finder General, Matthew Hopkins who used the castle as a jail at the time of the main witch trials.

4.  Colchester Zoo – This is one of the finest zoos to be found in Europe today and is only a short drive from the town itself. Located in around sixty acres of English countryside the zoo is home to over two hundred different species for you to view. Naturally, the elephants can be found in Elephant Kingdom, and Chimp World is home to the zoo’s chimpanzees. Also you’ll find the other bits of the zoo just as enthralling. Certainly, you may well find it difficult to actually get the kids to go home.

Choose your Colchester hotel or guest house from this list.

Holidays in Brighton are popular with not only people in the United Kingdom but with visitors from all over the world as well. Perched on the south coast of England, Brighton is one of the UK’s largest seaside resorts.

It was originally called Brighthelmston and can trace it’s roots back in time - even earlier than 1086 of the Domesday Book. That said, its importance as a health resort only came to the fore in the 18th Century. It started to become more popular with young and old alike looking to spend a day down by the coast as the railway came to it in 1841. This is a place where many of the aristocracy of the 18th and 19th Centuries would spend time together.

Actually, when you look back in history during the 16th Century this town was a small fishing village and only had 1,500 inhabitants in small cottages. You can still discover a few of these buildings to be found in The Lanes. But things drastically began to change in the 17th Century because a doctor by the name of Richard Russell from Lewes started to extol the virtues of using seawater for treating glandular diseases.

After 1750 the town started to fill with visitors who wanted to test the sea water to find out if it could help them as well. Furthermore the town became even more popular after members of the Royal Family decided to try the waters and also bathe in the sea.

Each year now the town has more than 8 million visitors to it and they don’t just come to sample the sea air. Accommodation in the town span the complete range from total luxury to medium and lower priced hotels. Plus there are plenty of great little guest houses and bed and breakfast accommodation which offer a friendlier, more personal, service.

Once in Brighton there is much for one to do and see from wandering the local streets. Or a stroll along the historic promenade and the unmissable Palace Pier and Royal Pavilion both of which normally end up on your tourist agenda. Certainly, the you should include the Royal Pavilion on your itinerary.

Called a folly this building was created by the Prince of Wales who was later crowned George IV. He was well known for his flamboyancy and eccentric ways but the building that he created is still standing as a memory of bygone times even though the town has long since been host to many tourists.

Along with the more traditional attractions, you would expect to find in a seaside resort in the UK, Brighton holds a large number of cultural events each year as well. Certainly, the seafront is now full of amusement arcades plus souvenir shops but look further and you are sure to find all sorts of other delights that help people come back to this town.

When it comes to Brighton vacations one will be amazed at all the different things to see and do here.

Check out this list of Brighton accommodation.

Arriving in Paris you will probably want to check into your funky Paris hotel first, but the city will draw you out into the streets in short order. Choosing a central hotel may be more expensive than somewhere at the end of the metro line, but being right in the midst of the famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre has a lot going for it. Whatever your budget think carefully about your Paris hotel’s location, it will make a big different to your holiday – especially if you are on a limited budget

Another must-see sight is the Champs Elysees or the Elysian Fields. It is considered as the most beautiful avenue in the whole world which started as a plain field but later on converted into a pathway lined with trees. It runs from the Concorde Square up to the equally famous Arc de Triomphe and became one of the attractions and features of Paris. It is one of the most famous streets in the whole world.

The Arc de Triomphe is another tourist attraction in Paris. It is a large arc which serves as a roundabout a meeting point of more than twelve avenues in the whole city of Paris. It stands as a commemoration of the great victories of Napoleon. The viewing platform at the top of the Arc has a great view: the 284 steps will make you work for lunch. It is one of the main landmarks of the city.

The selection of building, museums art galleries and fantastic shopping make Paris one of the best tourist cities in the world. Most visitors will include Sainte Chapelle cathedral and Tuileries Gardens on their itinearary. Still, there are other landmarks that you can visit when you plan a vacation in Paris. These places will make your stay in Paris memorable and will make your sleep in your Paris lodgings as peaceful and as dreamy as ever.