International Living magazine is a monthly publlication for subscribers detailing the best places in the world to live, retire, travel, and invest. Founded in 1979 by Bill Bonner, IL now has offices and writers located all over the world.
International Living also offers daily insights into hotspots around the globe in our free e-letters. Read about the destinations you want to know more about...and some you may not have heard of yet.
And that's just the beginning...IL offers conferences and events, real estate services, local contacts in some of the world's most popular destinations, advice from people just like you who have already done what you've only dreamed about, an online bookstore of special reports and essential guides...in short, everything you need to know to start your new life abroad.
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I just subscribed to International Living. When will I get my first issue?
You should receive your welcome package, including your first issue, within two to four weeks of subscribing, depending on where you live. You will receive your password and member ID within 72 hours of subscribing online, and these can be used to read the current issue.
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Why can't I access some parts of the website?
Some parts of the website, such as the issue archives, are for subscribers only. If you are a subscriber, and are having trouble accessing these parts of the website, please e-mail customerservice@internationalliving.com. If you are not a subscriber, but would like to be, we invite you to become one now.
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Where is the best place in the world for me to retire?
That's a question we try to answer each month in your issue and each week in the e-letter. The bottom line is: there is no best place to retire, but there is a best place for YOU to retire. A good start is to check out our most recent Quality of Life Index (published every January) and Retirement Index (published every September).
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What do I get in my welcome package?
Your welcome package is the first thing you'll receive from us in the mail. Among other things, it includes the current issue of International Living, the latest edition of our Quality of Life Index, and a special IL exclusive report. Plus, as an extra thank you for subscribing, you'll receive a $100 voucher good for the IL conference of your choice.
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Can I write for International Living?
We welcome all submissions on spec, but ask that you read through our writers' guidelines first.
Past issues of International Living from 2000 and on are currently available online to subscribers in PDF format. Select issues in print format may be available from our library for a fee. E-mail requests to customerservice@internationalliving.com.
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How can I advertise in International Living?
You can send all advertising queries and requests for media kits to Licinda Mytych.
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How long is the money-back guarantee good for?
The money-back guarantee is good for the entire lifetime of your subscription. If, at any time, for any reason, you decide that International Living isn't for you, we'll send you a refund for the remainder of your subscription. We won't even ask you to return the free reports we sent you in your welcome pack.
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What if I have a question that is not answered on this page?
If you want to know more about a specific country, then you may find the answer on one of our countries pages. If you would like to speak to someone, you can find details in the Contact Us section, including the toll-free number for a friendly customer service agent.
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What are the VIP services?
Our VIP services are exclusive groups of International Living subscribers. Membership, if approved, unlocks discounts on everything IL prints, produces, and plans. VIP members receive first notice of what's happening in the world of IL and beyond, and enjoy first-class treatment at our events. Learn more about becoming a member of one of our four VIP services.
FAQs - What is International Living?
International Living magazine is a monthly publlication for subscribers detailing the best places in the world to live, retire, travel, and invest. Founded in 1979 by Bill Bonner, IL now has offices and writers located all over the world.
International Living also offers daily insights into hotspots around the globe in our free e-letters. Read about the destinations you want to know more about...and some you may not have heard of yet.
And that's just the beginning...IL offers conferences and events, real estate services, local contacts in some of the world's most popular destinations, advice from people just like you who have already done what you've only dreamed about, an online bookstore of special reports and essential guides...in short, everything you need to know to start your new life abroad.
FAQs - I just subscribed to International Living. When will I get my first issue?
You should receive your welcome package, including your first issue, within two to four weeks of subscribing, depending on where you live. You will receive your password and member ID within 72 hours of subscribing online, and these can be used to read the current issue.
FAQs - Why can't I access some parts of the website?
Some parts of the website, such as the issue archives, are for subscribers only. If you are a subscriber, and are having trouble accessing these parts of the website, please e-mail customerservice@internationalliving.com. If you are not a subscriber, but would like to be, we invite you to become one now.
FAQs - Where is the best place in the world for me to retire?
That's a question we try to answer each month in your issue and each week in the e-letter. The bottom line is: there is no best place to retire, but there is a best place for YOU to retire. A good start is to check out our most recent Quality of Life Index (published every January) and Retirement Index (published every September).
FAQs - What do I get in my welcome package?
Your welcome package is the first thing you'll receive from us in the mail. Among other things, it includes the current issue of International Living, the latest edition of our Quality of Life Index, and a special IL exclusive report. Plus, as an extra thank you for subscribing, you'll receive a $100 voucher good for the IL conference of your choice.
FAQs - Can I write for International Living?
We welcome all submissions on spec, but ask that you read through our writers' guidelines first.
FAQs - How do I change my subscription address?
To make any changes to your subscriber information, simply e-mail customerservice@internationalliving.com or call toll-free (800) 643-2479.
FAQs - How do I get back issues?
Past issues of International Living from 2000 and on are currently available online to subscribers in PDF format. Select issues in print format may be available from our library for a fee. E-mail requests to customerservice@internationalliving.com.
FAQs - How can I advertise in International Living?
You can send all advertising queries and requests for media kits to Licinda Mytych.
FAQs - How long is the money-back guarantee good for?
The money-back guarantee is good for the entire lifetime of your subscription. If, at any time, for any reason, you decide that International Living isn't for you, we'll send you a refund for the remainder of your subscription. We won't even ask you to return the free reports we sent you in your welcome pack.
FAQs - What if I have a question that is not answered on this page?
If you want to know more about a specific country, then you may find the answer on one of our countries pages. If you would like to speak to someone, you can find details in the Contact Us section, including the toll-free number for a friendly customer service agent.
FAQs - What are the VIP services?
Our VIP services are exclusive groups of International Living subscribers. Membership, if approved, unlocks discounts on everything IL prints, produces, and plans. VIP members receive first notice of what's happening in the world of IL and beyond, and enjoy first-class treatment at our events. Learn more about becoming a member of one of our four VIP services.
FAQs - I forgot my username and/or password.
Please contact Customer Service.