Veterans Living Abroad: Germany by Robert Cox

Why Germany is appealing to veterans. Germany is a fantastic choice for US military veterans eyeing a new chapter. It’s got a familiar vibe, thanks to U.S. bases that create a welcoming community atmosphere. The Army, Air Force, Marines and Special Operations all have a home in Germany. This means access to bases, PX’s, and

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“We Don’t Want YOU Uncle Sam”: An Analysis of Gen Z Recruiting by Marine Author Matthew Weiss

Guest Post By Marine Author Matthew Weiss What happens when we have a war and nobody shows up to fight? Military recruitment in the United States has plummeted to an all-time low. One of the few things politicians agree on is that our armed forces are in the midst of a manpower crisis. The entire

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Veterans Living Abroad: Costa Rica

Costa Rica is an amazing place for veterans to live. The country boasts the largest percentage of expats in Latin America, almost ten percent of the country comes from other places. Costa Rica has yearlong beautiful weather, a stable democracy, good healthcare, unlimited outdoor activities, and relatively low cost of living. Costa Rica’s tropical paradise

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Handling Veteran PTSD While Traveling…How to do it, tips, and advice

“His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy…He’s nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready.” It’s not Eminem but instead a veteran with PTSD, going through airport security, managing crowds, and stressful situations trying to take the family to Disneyworld. Vacationing is something people look forward to year round, it brings

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10 Veteran Owned Companies To Check Out This Holiday Season

Veterans start businesses at higher rates than civilians. We probably do it because after the military we’ve had enough of other people ordering us around. The US Small Business Administration reports veterans are 45% more likely to be self-employed. Today there are almost 2.5 million veteran businesses across the country and make up almost 10%

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Why I chose to Leave the US for Colombia: A Journey Towards Peace by Unc Jae

For years, my life in the United States felt like a constant battle. Anxiety and my panic disorder consumed my days, shaping the way I lived and the decisions I made. On the outside, I know I looked like someone just trying to navigate the hustle and bustle of life but inside was a different

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Black Veteran Living Abroad: Dominican Republic by SFC (R) Keith Pyron

Getting out of the military after twenty years of service was the first time I felt truly lost. It’s a hard transition after spending your whole life taking care of your family and your soldiers. I was in a dark place and ended up moving back home to Texas to be around family and friends,

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Using My GI Bill in Mexico by Denise Gambs

Living in San Miguel de Allende was an experience in vibrancy and relaxation for me. I attended Instituto Allende, a school of Art and Spanish on my GI Bill benefits in Mexico. Walking down a cobblestone street, seeing brightly colored houses with bougainvillea climbing upward, blooms of shocking pink overtaking the walls.  Or brilliant murals with

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