Beach Properties

Inside Mexico’s Fast-Evolving Caribbean Coastline

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The Riviera Maya—the Caribbean coastline that stretches from Cancún to Tulum in southeastern Mexico. This region is one of a kind. With its turquoise waters, dense jungles, Maya ruins, and natural swimming holes known as cenotes, it feels timeless. Yet it’s well-prepared for modern living, offering everything from eco-adventures and entertainment to high-comfort—even luxury—accommodation. With […]

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From Retired In Raleigh To Penthouse Property Owners On A Mediterranean Island

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Dan and Kathleen are U.S. Navy veterans who long dreamt of retirement by the sea. Now, they’re the proud owners of a luxurious penthouse property on the beach in Northern Cyprus.  Dan and Kathleen in sunny Northern Cyprus How did they go from retirement in Raleigh, North Carolina, to owning a penthouse property on a

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Vila Velha, Brazil: Top Beach Real Estate Without Rio’s Price Tag

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Vila Velha, Brasil

Vila Velha: “Little Rio” My walk finished, I plop down in a chair at Talismã, my favorite kiosk. The waiter looks at me and raises an eyebrow in question. I nod and mouth, “Coco.” I hear him behind me, hacking the top off a chilled coconut with a machete, and in seconds it’s on the

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Santa Marta: A Hidden Gem On Colombia’s Caribbean Coast

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Santa Marta, Colombia

Santa Marta: Colombia’s Calmer Caribbean Alternative Cartagena continues to boost its profile as a prime travel and investment destination, and it’s not hard to see why. The city is teeming with culture and liveliness, and boasts a wide range of features—from the outstanding cuisine and tropical climate to a bustling city center and bohemian neighborhoods—that

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Modern Condos Right on the Beach Starting at $109,000

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Plus: “You’re An Ignorant, Anti-Oil-Sands Know-It-All!” Puerto Peñasco, Mexico US$1=16.8 Mexican pesos Dear Overseas Property Alert Reader, Expats and second-home owners here are enjoying miles of wide, sandy beaches… warm, crystal-clear waters… and one of the most convenient and hassle-free experiences you’ll find outside the United States. I’m spending the week in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico,

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Some Of Brazil’s Best Property Buys Are At The End Of This Bridge

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Plus: Maceió…Are You Stupid? US$1=R$2.24 Brazilian reais Dear Overseas Property Alert reader, The Brazilian city of Natal is marked by its miles-long crescent beach, protected by a giant dune that shelters it from the onshore winds. The adjacent waters are calm, clear, warm, and fairly shallow. The cafes, restaurants, and nightlife are renowned throughout Europe

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