After a year of lockdowns, change is in the air, and many people are thinking about moving abroad for a short time or for good. After all, if you can work from home, you can work from anywhere. Also, many companies still value the experience you can only get from living and working abroad. Yet, there are so many places to go that it can be hard to choose the best one to live in.
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So what are the top 5 best countries to move to, and why?
Portugal
Portugal has always been a popular place for people to move to because it is only a few hours by plane from the UK.
It’s easy to see why Portugal was named the fifth-best country for expats. The weather is a crazy 18°C for most of the year, the coast is gorgeous, and there are many beautiful cities to visit.
Malaysia
Malaysia is a country that is split in half by the South China Sea. It has a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beautiful beaches, and islands that are all by themselves. Its capital city, Kuala Lumpur, is one of the financial and business hubs of Southeast Asia.
Plus, the cost of housing and living in Malaysia is at least 50% less than the cost of living in London, making it a good choice for people who want to live abroad.
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Costa Rica
Costa Rica is the place to go if you like tropical beaches and national parks with lots of different kinds of plants and animals.
Costa Rica is one of the safest places to live in Latin America. Expats who move there enjoy a western-style life with little to no crime, access to high-quality medical care at low prices, and a lot of people who speak English. Not to mention the great coffee!
Also, the busy shipping ports of San Jose and Puerto Limon make it easy to move your things to Costa Rica.
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Mexico
Mexico is the second-best country for expats on our list of the top five.
Mexico’s culture is alive and different, and it has a lot of history, like the Mayan temples, art, and music. Mexico is appealing to both expats and retirees because it is warm all year and has a low cost of living. It also has rough mountains, dense rainforests, and clear blue water.
Home to delicious tasting tacos, infamous margaritas, and exuberant festivals such as Dia de Los Muertos, moving to Mexico can certainly be a perfect escape.
Taiwan
Not the top country you thought it would be? Taiwan is number one out of 59 countries when it comes to making expats feel safe. It also has the best quality of life and is the best place to work abroad.
With free WiFi in the biggest cities, it’s never been easier to work from home or a local coffee shop. This small but powerful country is doing well. It has a low cost of living and strong values. Taiwan is known for having the best education and health care systems in the world, which makes it one of the best places for expat families.
So, whether you are moving by yourself or with your family, you will feel right at home right away thanks to the welcoming culture and friendly people.
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