Talk about la dolce vita. Windswept coastline and the cerulean Aegean sea await at this Greek island, a two-hour ferry ride from Crete. In an effort to repopulate the atoll—it only has 20 residents! So far, four families have already been approved and more candidates are to come. If you want to go completely off the grid, Mauritius is it. The nation, known for its pristine lagoons and lush rainforests, is set in the middle of the Indian Ocean, just off the edge of East Africa and Madagascar.
And, you could have your very own beach bungalow to call home. It might not sound like much, but with the cost of living so low on the island, a little goes a long way. And for more otherworldly getaways, check out the 30 Most Magical Islands on the Planet. This eight-square-mile cay off the northwest coast of Ireland has devised a plan to draw newcomers to its shores. With only residents in , Arranmore officials sent letters to Americans and Australians , asking them to consider relocating to the craggy outcrop.
In addition to its fresh seafood, secluded beaches, and free-flowing Guinness it is Ireland, after all , the island boasts a vibrant start-up scene with digital workspaces and high-speed internet access. Now that's one big pot of gold. The smallest of England's four Channel Islands, Sark is completely car-free, meaning it's the perfect respite for outdoor enthusiasts who get around by hiking, cycling, or taking a quaint horse and carriage ride. It also features sandy beaches, bountiful wildlife especially for birdwatchers , and otherworldly stargazing since it was designated the world's first " dark sky island " in However, many young residents have left to go to the mainland's bigger cities, causing one local to create the Sark Society , an organization that builds awareness for the tax-free isle and aims to double its population of Right now, there is a limited "freedom of movement" initiative that makes it easy for people with EU, EEA, or Swiss passports to relocate without a visa until Dec.
The Spanish island of Mallorca is ringed with marinas and natural rock-lined coves. And guess what? If you want to try it on for size, Malta has a new program that will pay you to visit. The cost? Your new home? Cottages on a pier in Southern Ambergris Caye, Belize. This is a BETA experience. You may opt-out by clicking here. More From Forbes. Nov 11, , pm EST. The largest island in Spain's autonomous Balearic Islands archipelago, Mallorca is a summer holiday hot spot.
The island offers 1, miles of Mediterranean coastline dotted with marinas, harbors and beach coves. Malaysia might not leap to mind as an obvious place to move for most Americans, but InternationalLiving. Beloved by both watersports enthusiasts and nightlife devotees, the island of Ambergris Caye and its largest town, San Pedro, offer U.
The U. For one, it's in chillier northern climes. Ireland may be a little cloudy, but it rarely snows there, either. It's also one of the wealthiest nations in the world, and it's an entire nation — actually, two: Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland.
Locals obviously speak English and, despite their newfound prosperity, haven't lost the friendliness and family feeling for which they're renowned. Thirty-five miles off the cost of Honduras, Roatan — an English-speaking speck in Honduras' sea of Spanish speakers — epitomizes what InternationalLiving. About 10 miles from Cancun, Isla Mujeres is a world away from the hustle and bustle of its more tourism-developed neighbor.
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