IN TODAY'S ISSUE #3 (See past issues here) 📍 Hidden Gem: Chaumont‑en‑Vexin — A tranquil northern‑France commune where pastoral charm meets a golfer’s paradise.🏡 Affordable Find: A grand property just outside Chaumont‑en‑Vexin with a sauna and giant terrace—all for €330,000.🎓 Workshops + Webinars: Making Money in France — a practical session on visas, taxes, and staying compliant. 📺 France Must-Watch: A dreamy trip through the Cévennes and a scenic Loire‑by‑bike exploration. 👋 Personal Update...
10 days ago • 3 min read
IN TODAY'S ISSUE #2 (See past issues here) 📍 Hidden Gem: Albi — a red-brick beauty on the Tarn River with cathedral views and small-town charm.🏡 Affordable Find: Charming townhouse with park views, exposed beams, and a heated garage — all for €179,000.🎓 Workshops + Webinars: Making Money in France — a practical session on visas, taxes, and staying compliant. 📺 France Must-Watch: From Tommy’s own surprising reasons to retire in France to a couple’s fresh start learning French in Nice. 👋...
17 days ago • 2 min read
🇫🇷 A Love Letter to France—and a New Chapter Begins Bonjour friends, Today’s a big day. This is my first newsletter focused exclusively on France—and I couldn’t be more excited to share why. ⚽️ Where It All Began My first trip to France was in middle school. My parents took me through the rolling countryside where every village looked like it was pulled from a storybook. Even then, I remember imagining what it would be like to live there. Later, in high school, French was my favorite subject....
24 days ago • 2 min read
✉️ Retire To Europe™ Weekly Issue #2 – Seaside Bliss, Hilltop Views & a Free Workshop(Skim it. Bookmark it. Plot your escape.) 🇫🇷 France: Hidden Gem of the Week – Collioure, Occitanie This picture-perfect Mediterranean village blends French charm with Catalan spirit. With pastel houses, sea views, and cobbled streets, it’s a paradise for painters, beach lovers, and wine sippers. Just 30 minutes from Perpignan by train. 🔗 Visit Collioure tourism site » 🇮🇹 Italy: Hidden Gem of the Week –...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hello my friend! You know that moment when you’re sipping wine, gazing at photos of sun-drenched Italian piazzas or charming French villages, and thinking, “I could live there…” but then your bank account clears its throat awkwardly? Well, let’s talk about that in a moment... But first, I just got back from Knoxville, TN, where my daughter was swimming for UGA in a meet. Not only did she come in 2nd in the 50-yard freestyle (beating a two-time Olympian!), but she also managed to accomplish...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Click here to select your newsletter choice (Italy, France, or both) Ciao my friend! 👋 What a remarkable journey 2024 has been! As I reflect on Traveltirement's growth, I'm filled with gratitude for this incredible community – and that includes you. The numbers tell an amazing story: our newsletter family has grown more than threefold to nearly 10,000 subscribers, while our YouTube channel has soared past 23,000 subscribers. Together with our BootCamps, we've built something truly special,...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Bonjour my friend! đź‘‹ Let me start by expressing my gratitude to those who have secured access to our upcoming France BootCamp, set to launch at the end of January. I'm thrilled to work with you individually, diving deep into the numbers and possibilities of retiring to France. We'll explore every financial angle to help you make an informed decision about your dream of French retirement. I've personally invited exceptional guest experts who will share their firsthand experiences and answer...
8 months ago • 3 min read
Click here to select your newsletter choice (Italy, France, or both) Ciao my friend! 👋 I hope your Christmas shopping is underway (if you celebrate). The arctic air has settled over North Carolina this week. 🥶 Still no snow, but it's early in the season. If you're a warm weather fan, you'll enjoy this issue of the newsletter... Savoring Sicily: Affordable Adventures in an Island Paradise Imagine retiring to a sun-kissed island where affordability meets adventure, and every day feels like a...
9 months ago • 3 min read
Click here to choose your newsletter (France, Italy or both) Bonjour my friend! đź‘‹ You may have seen that registration for BootCamp France is now open. Get the discounted price until Friday at 10pm EST. Unless the 20 spots sell out before that. The BootCamp sessions start in January. It's going to be fun. If you're interested, don't dawdle! Now, on to the newsletter... Aisne, France: An Active Lifestyle Awaits Dreaming of retiring in France? Aisne, a department located in the Hauts-de-France...
9 months ago • 3 min read