Making the choice to retire in Thailand has become increasingly popular for those looking to enjoy a high quality of life in a beautiful tropical setting. With its stunning beaches, ancient temples, friendly locals, low cost of living and excellent healthcare,...
South Korea enjoys one of the best passports in Asia. If you're living and doing business here on a long-term basis, it's worth thinking about becoming a citizen. The Korean passport has visa-free access to 192 different countries as of 2024, thus easily ranking it...
The Thailand Long Term Resident (LTR) visa is an attractive option for foreigners looking to live in the “Land of Smiles” long-term. Between the pristine beaches of Phuket and the skyscrapers of Bangkok, Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world....
Last updated May 14th, 2025. The history of Dubai is a tale of transformation. Once a sleepy fishing village, it’s now one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. Living in Dubai is now a popular choice among expats and retirees alike. Discovery of oil in the 60s...
Last updated March 28th, 2025. Among Southeast Asia's vibrant cities, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur are hard to resist for many foreign expats. Looking at Southeast Asia as a whole, these two cities stand out for their cultural richness and cost-to-quality ratio. Kuala...
Last updated October 12th, 2024. American entrepreneur Matthew stood before a room filled with potential Japanese partners. Having successfully expanded his tech startup across Europe, he was eager to tap into the thriving Asian market too. He prepared meticulously,...
Singapore has attracted truly wealthy expats for many years due to its favorable business environment, political stability, and quality of life. Expats from other parts of Asia, as well as the US and UK, come to Singapore for work opportunities, favorable tax...
Malaysia has long been a popular choice for expats and retirees alike. A high standard of living, along with simple procedures to get long-term visas and purchase land, certainly make it attractive. Located between the Malay Peninsula and the island of Borneo,...
Last updated October 18th, 2024. For those who travel between Asia for work, long immigration lines and confusing visa requirements may seem like an unavoidable part of a business trip. Yet some travelers have discovered the secret to bypassing these tedious...
For about a decade, we've advised clients and readers that they should never combine a vacation home with an investment. Mixing a lifestyle purchase with an optimal investment has never been a good idea. If anything, the past few years have proven this advice is still...