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A writer rediscovers her roots and the art of living well

By Miko Takama

In Okinawa, food is a ritual of care.

At Escape Artist, our goal is to uncover the deeper rhythms of life around the world. This month, we launch a new series exploring the planet’s five official Blue Zones: rare places where people live remarkably long, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Read More

An Ode to Gascony

Celebrating the timeless charm of the Gers region of southern France

By Amanda Garnham

When you think of la belle France, it is likely that you think of Paris first, or perhaps the Côte d’Azur and Provence But mainland France is vast, covering approximately 551,695 kms2 (248,573 sq miles) and broken down into what are known as Regions and Départements. There are 13 Regions and 96 Départements in mainland France. Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Successful Digital Nomad

From financial planning to community building, life abroad requires some nurturing

By EA Editorial Staff

As we’ve reported before, embarking on a digital nomad lifestyle, where you get to work and live abroad, offers the chance for an unparalleled freedom, adventure, and a whole new existence. Often a much healthier and more stress-free one at that. But sustaining that kind of lifestyle isn’t easy. In fact, to do it right requires careful research, planning, and diligence. Read More

Why Every Investor Needs a Plan B Abroad

Your blueprint for global financial freedom

By A Editorial Staff

In a world increasingly defined by volatility, smart investors aren’t just thinking about where to grow their wealth—they’re thinking about where to safeguard it. Beyond the traditional concerns of market performance and asset diversification, a new metric of security has emerged: geographic flexibility. Read More

Top 10 Things to Know if You’re Moving to Australia

What no one tells you about moving Down Under

By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman

Moving to Australia? It’s becoming a popular decision; 446,000 people migrated to Australia from 2023 to 2024 alone. Its shimmering facade and beach-adorned coastline attract expats seeking a classic Aussie lifestyle and the promise of sunshine. Australia’s immigration system is strict but not unreasonable, enticing expats to flock to programs like Working Holiday Visas (WHV) and employer sponsorship like bees to honey. Read More

The Road That Led Me to Pakistan

How one woman followed her instincts into the wild north

By Alex Reynolds

The first time I came to Pakistan’s Ishkoman Valley, in 2019, I was riding a borrowed 150cc motorcycle in socks, sandals, and leggings riddled with holes. It was my first time biking in the mountains—badly, I should add. My cheap plastic helmet was my only protection from the rain and my reckless driving. Everything I owned—one ratty backpack and one overweight camera bag—was bungeed behind me, coated in a thick layer of mountain dust. Read More

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The Best Countries for Financial Freedom

Smart destinations where your money goes further

By EA Editorial Staff

True financial freedom goes beyond just having enough to live comfortably. It’s about reducing financial stress, gaining control over your time, and creating the flexibility to live life on your own terms. Increasingly, people are finding that one of the most effective ways to fast-track that freedom is by moving abroad and around the world. Read More

Somaliland, Africa’s Forgotten State

A thriving nation that still seeks recognition

By Ethan Rooney

When people hear the word Somalia, they think pirates, warlords, and terrorism. These are, unfortunately, issues which have plagued the country for decades and lent it a bad reputation. It would be easy to imagine that an unrecognized breakaway state in the north of the country is also synonymous with all of these things and worse—but quite the opposite is true. Read More

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A writer rediscovers her roots and the art of living well

By Miko Takama

In Okinawa, food is a ritual of care.

At Escape Artist, our goal is to uncover the deeper rhythms of life around the world. This month, we launch a new series exploring the planet’s five official Blue Zones: rare places where people live remarkably long, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Read More

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The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Successful Digital Nomad

As we’ve reported before, embarking on a digital nomad...

An Ode to Gascony

When you think of la belle France, it is...

Tariff Tensions and Cracks in Control

A sweeping trade shift takes hold as global tariffs...

Gentle Winds and Strong Hearts: The Quiet Wisdom of Okinawa

Editor’s Note At Escape Artist, our goal is to uncover...

Top 10 Things to Know if You’re Moving to Australia

Moving to Australia? It’s becoming a popular decision; 446,000...

The Plan B Strategy—Securing Lifestyle and Liberty in Belize

We’re living in an era of economic, political, and...

The Road That Led Me to Pakistan

The first time I came to Pakistan’s Ishkoman Valley,...

Turbulence and Tipping Points

Pressure points flare across continents this week, from deadly...

Why Every Investor Needs a Plan B Abroad

In a world increasingly defined by volatility, smart investors...

The Best Countries for Financial Freedom

True financial freedom goes beyond just having enough to...