The Fresh Start You've Been Looking For—Closer Than You Think
Real safety. Healthcare that works. Schools your kids thrive in. Seven hours from New York, with Europe in your backyard. This is where American families are building new lives.
Close Enough to Come Home
A fresh start shouldn't mean cutting ties. If there's a family emergency, you need to be able to get home. If grandma has a birthday, you want to be there.
That's why location matters so much.
A direct 7-hour flight from New York. You can have breakfast here and dinner in Manhattan. Your family is a same-day flight away, not a two-day odyssey.
This isn't just convenience—it's peace of mind. You're close enough to come home when it matters, far enough to breathe.
Flight Times from New York
What Your Day Actually Looks Like
Here
- 7amWake up naturally, morning sun
- 8amBeach walk, gym, or café
- 12pmLong lunch with the family
- 2pmStart work (9am EST)
- 7pmDone. Evening with family.
Bali / Thailand
- 8pmStart work (9am EST)
- 2amStill in meetings...
- 4amFinally done, exhausted
- 12pmWake up groggy, day half gone
- 6pmBrief freedom before work
Your Remote Job + Mornings Free
If you work remotely for US clients, location matters. Bali means working 8pm to 4am. Your sleep is destroyed. Your family time disappears.
Here, the time zone works for you, not against you.
Your entire morning is free—beach, gym, time with kids before school. You start your workday at 2pm local time. You're done by dinner.
This isn't just convenience—it's finally having the life where work fits around living, not the other way around.
Your Money Goes 3-5x Further
Costa Rica used to be affordable. Now a villa in Nosara costs Silicon Valley prices. Portugal is overcrowded and expensive. The "escape" options have been priced out for most families.
Here, your money actually works for you.
For what a cramped apartment costs in Austin or Denver, you get a spacious home with a garden, rooftop terrace, and room for your family to breathe.
Healthcare that doesn't bankrupt you. Fresh, organic food that's affordable. Household help if you want it. This isn't about "cheap living"—it's about a genuinely better quality of life that your current income can actually support.
What Your Budget Unlocks Here
The same income, a completely different life
This isn't about sacrifice. It's about finally getting the life your hard work deserves.
Weekend Trips to Paris, Madrid, Barcelona
Budget flights to European capitals in 1-3 hours. Your kids grow up experiencing the world, not just reading about it.
Weekend in Paris for your anniversary. Family trip to Barcelona. Summer break exploring Portugal. Europe becomes part of your life.
Not a Tourist Destination. A Real Home.
Many expat destinations feel hollow—resort towns built for tourists, where you never quite belong. After a few months, the novelty wears thin.
Here, you're joining a real community with deep roots. Ancient cities with living history. Neighbors who know your name. A culture of hospitality that welcomes families, not just vacationers.
This isn't a place you escape to. It's a place you build a life in.
How It Compares
| Factor | Here | Costa Rica | Thailand | Portugal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flight from NYC | 7h | 5h | 20h+ | 7h |
| US Time Zone Fit | Excellent | Good | Poor | Good |
| Cost of Living | 3-5x cheaper | Expensive | Cheap | Expensive |
| Europe Access | 2h, $40 | 10h+ | 12h+ | In Europe |
| Safety | Very High | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| American Schools | 5 accredited | Limited | Limited | Limited |
What Families Ask Before Making the Move
Honest answers to the questions that matter most.
Safety & Daily Life
Practical Life
Making It Happen
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Every family's situation is different. We're happy to talk through what your transition would actually look like.
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Real safety. Healthcare that works. Schools your kids thrive in. Seven hours from New York, with Europe in your backyard.