Podcasts Culture Jet Setter Show JS 82: Advice for Expats with Louise Lague and Tom Lichty Authors of The Expat Almanac

JS 82: Advice for Expats with Louise Lague and Tom Lichty Authors of The Expat Almanac

Published: Nov. 5, 2014, 9:06 p.m.

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Traveling authors, Louise Lague and Tom Lichty use today\\u2019s Jet Setter Show to talk to Jason Hartman about their new book, The Expat Almanac. In both the book and the podcast you\\u2019ll find tips, advice and tales to make the transition that little bit easier when dropping everything and either moving to a new country long-term or just staying for a few weeks or months at a time.\\xa0

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Key Takeaways

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02.30 \\u2013 Unless you have access to unlimited funds, renting both at home and abroad is a luxury you may have to give up.

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04.15 \\u2013 If you can\\u2019t or don\\u2019t want to go through the process of visa applications, you will have to adhere to each country\\u2019s immigration policies, which for many involve a maximum stay of 90 days.

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06.03 \\u2013 If you know the town you\\u2019re going to, do some research to make sure you\\u2019re staying in safe, desirable neighborhoods.\\xa0

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07.45 \\u2013 When looking for more affordable accommodation options, consider looking at websites specializing in house-sitting\\xa0 opportunities.

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11.57 \\u2013 Even when everything seems to be going wrong, the people you meet can change your fortunes and help you out.

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13.12 \\u2013 Blue Cross medicare insurance is one of the few which offers overseas coverage and specifically refers to coverage in life-threatening events.

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16.13 \\u2013 Find out more information about Louise and Tom\\u2019s book, The Expat Almanac on www.expat-almanac.com

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Mentioned in this episode

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www.tripadvisor.com

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www.cntraveler.com

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www.nytimes.com

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www.airbnb.com

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www.HomeAway.com

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