Kathleen Evans

2 months ago | internationalliving.com | Kathleen Evans

The tiny, breathtaking island nation of Malta is one of the European Union’s most overlooked destinations for retirement—or even just a holiday. Malta (pop. approx. 560,000) is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean, between Sicily and the North African coast. Sitting at 36 degrees latitude, these islands offer some of the mildest winters in Europe (think: no snow) and a rich, layered history shaped by centuries of invasions.

Oct 21, 2024 | internationalliving.com | Kathleen Evans

My husband has a saying, ‘Kiwis love to go out into the world, capture their prey, and drag them home,’" says Aaron Jones. "That’s basically what happened to me."Aaron and I are sitting at a popular pub on St. Heliers Beach, an upscale Auckland, New Zealand suburb. As the former US Refugee program worker shares his story, he snacks on Kiwi favorites: fish ‘n’ chips and pork bellies. Aaron met his husband, Auckland native Seb, on a trip to Australia.

Sep 1, 2024 | internationalliving.com | Kathleen Evans

As actor and producer Elijah Wood said, “There’s a real purity in New Zealand that doesn’t exist in the States. It’s actually not an easy thing to find in our world anymore. It’s a unique place because it is so far away from the rest of the world. There is a sense of isolation and also being protected.”He was right.

Aug 7, 2024 | internationalliving.com | Kathleen Evans

Well before The Love Boat dominated late ‘70s television, my family took a Caribbean cruise aboard a lesser-known passenger ship. It was rudimentary compared to today’s offerings: no balconies (okay, maybe there were a few balconies, but my parents were too cheap for that), no rock climbing walls, no waterparks, no grand boulevard malls or sprawling gyms and spas.

Mar 17, 2024 | katsjourney.medium.com | Kathleen Evans

Despite its small size, approximately 122 square miles, the enchanting Mediterranean islands of Malta (located south of Sicily) offer a surprising array of things to do for people of all ages. From delicious food, stunning architecture, and hikes, to water sports and festivals Malta has an uncanny way of enchanting visitors.