You Can’t Afford to Waste This Window

The regret nobody talks about.

You are receiving this e-mail because you subscribed to International Living Postcards.  To change your email settings, view the information at the bottom of this email. You Can't Afford to Waste This Time Jan. 24, 2026 Dear International Living Postcards Reader,   Most of us have one real chance to live where we want, the way we want. One fleeting window where you're young enough to enjoy life... old enough to afford it... and free enough to actually do it. Our founder Bill Bonner calls it your "Sweet Spot." It's not when you're 30—building a career, raising kids, tied to a mortgage. And it's not when you're 80—when the body doesn't cooperate and the world feels too big. It's that narrow window in between. Maybe 20 years. 30 if you're lucky. Miss it, and it's gone. Deep down, you already know this. You' may have seen it happen to people around you. They meant to travel more. They meant to simplify. They meant to live differently. But life filled in the gaps. And suddenly the question wasn't "what do I want?" It was "is it too late?" If you're reading this, there's a good chance you're still inside your window. Which makes this message perfect for you… If you dream of sunny mornings on the golf course, followed by long lunches at a beachside restaurant… like Ronan M… Or of wandering the cobbled streets of an ancient island in Europe, and browsing the fruit market while chatting with friendly locals… like Kathy P… Or sipping coffee on a terrace overlooking your lush garden in Costa Rica's Orosi Valley… grandkids splashing in the pool below… like Mike A… Here's what you need to know… Sincerely, Jennifer Stevens Executive Editor, International Living P.S. It's not about luck or having lots of money. It's the timing that matters. And the timing is right... now. Inbox too crowded? Don't worry—if you can't keep up with our International Living Postcards every day, you can unsubscribe at any time. If you no longer wish to receive IL Postcards, click here to unsubscribe. The mailbox associated with this email address is not monitored, so please do not reply. Your feedback is very important to us, so if you would like to contact us with a question or comment, please click here. © 2026 International Living Publishing Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Protected by copyright laws of the United States and international treaties. This newsletter may only be used pursuant to the subscription agreement and any reproduction, copying, or redistribution (electronic or otherwise, including on the world wide web), in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without the express written permission of International Living, Woodlock House, Carrick Road, Portlaw, Co. Waterford, Ireland. Registered in Ireland No. 285214 Website: www.internationalliving.com Nothing in this e-mail should be considered personalized advice. Although our employees may answer your general customer service questions, they are not licensed under securities laws to address your particular situation. No communication by our employees to you should be deemed as personalized advice. NO-SPAM PLEDGE: We Value Your Privacy. We will NEVER rent, sell, or give away your e-mail address to anyone for any reason. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read the International Living Privacy Policy. Reference Number: