In late 2007, Karl’s life shifted dramatically when his manufacturing company relocated him from New York state to Edinburgh, Scotland. He quickly found a community of expatriates, and at a social gathering, he met Rachel. Soon after, Karl …

For years, Doug and Lindy Freeman harbored a shared dream: to make their home on St. Croix. Content with a comfortable life in California, they readily admit they hadn't indulged themselves for all their labor. They meticulously saved, curt…

Antony and Stephanie first encountered each other in London in 1989, introduced by a mutual acquaintance. They cultivated a friendship for eight years before beginning a romantic relationship. Eventually, they married and settled into a hom…

Andrea and Randall thrive on the outdoor pursuits Salt Lake City offers – hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, and all that accompanies a life lived close to the mountains. However, their approach to leisure shifts considerably when they find thems…

Emma and Tim navigate a demanding life in Richmond, England. Their choice to purchase property in Slovenia represented a significant leap. Friends regard the decision with disbelief. Yet, Emma and Tim maintain that beneath a conventional ex…

Eric Theise and Vladimir Efros share a friendship forged over many years. Eric has made his life and career in New York City, while Vladimir relocated to the United States in 1999. Four years ago, Vladimir first introduced Eric to Panama, a…

Chuck Nemecek’s work has brought him to Paris, France, where he is already immersed in his duties. His wife, Jennifer, had anticipated the family’s move abroad with enthusiasm, though she’d envisioned a more gradual transition. Remarkably, …

Jonathan moved to Berlin for work. It was during a casual evening with friends that he met Katja. That was nearly three years ago, and now Katja is expecting their first child. The couple had been discussing the possibility of homeownership…

Lydia and Roger, content in their Northern Irish marriage, sought a departure from the typical European holiday home. A serious accident a couple of years prior had confined Lydia to a wheelchair for a year, yet the arduous path to recovery…

The Ballard family of five, based in London, share a friendship with people who own property in Oludeniz, a Mediterranean beach town in Turkey. Years ago, during a family holiday there, they fell so deeply in love with the place that their …

Carmen and Alberto anticipate a return to their hometown of Carrasco, Uruguay. They also believe their infant daughter, Trini, is missing the chance to be raised surrounded by her extended family while living in Madison, New Jersey. Though …

Three years spent in Japan, confined to a space barely larger than a box, have left Rob and Erich utterly drained. But their efforts have not been in vain. They’ve diligently saved every penny, and are now back at Erich’s mother’s house in …