Brian Clark

1 week ago | further.net | Brian Clark

Just an hour from Panama City lies a place that challenges everything you might assume about Central American beach towns. Coronado, in Panama’s western province, has quietly transformed from a wealthy Panamanian weekend retreat into something far more interesting. It’s now a thriving hub for international professionals seeking the perfect blend of work life and lifestyle. The traditional expat narrative often pushes you toward established destinations overrun with tourists.

1 week ago | further.net | Brian Clark

I vividly remember the two weeks I spent in Ojochal in February of 2018. Maybe it was the 22-mile stretch of stunning beaches known as Costa Ballena, punctuated by the giant rock and sand formation that not only has the distinct shape of a whale’s tail, but is located in the exact spot where hundreds of humpback whales gather each year.

3 weeks ago | further.net | Brian Clark

I’d been all over Costa Rica, but the Nicoya Peninsula had remained under my radar. That changed when I heeded some frequently heard advice from fellow travelers:You’ve got to check out Nosara. The renowned surf-spot-turned-yoga-and-wellness-enclave has become a popular destination within this sparsely populated region, offering something increasingly rare: authentic Costa Rican living combined with often-empty beaches.

3 weeks ago | further.net | Brian Clark

Note: Don’t miss our upcoming webinar “How to Pay Zero Taxes on a Six-Figure Income as an American Expat” on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, exclusively for Further Premium members. Upgrade to Premium and join us. The traditional playbook for international living used to be simple:Work hardRetireMove abroad. But what if there’s a smarter approach available right now? One that could save you a decade of unnecessary tax payments even as you enjoy a lower cost of living in a magnificent setting?

1 month ago | further.net | Brian Clark

The media narrative says that successful entrepreneurs are hoodie-wearing kids in their 20s, but we know that’s false. It also says you need to be based in tech hubs like San Francisco, Austin, or Miami to succeed. Also false. I’m living proof of that. But what if there’s a thriving international metropolis that offers world-class infrastructure, a strategic global position, and significantly lower costs? That place exists.