Summary
Ricoyo and Arleevia Lyles moved 4,377 miles from Nashville to Tangier, Morocco. The couple first visited the North African country's coastal town for their honeymoon in Sept. 2023.
21% of Americans said they wanted to leave the U.S. between 2011 and 2024. Aspiring expats are seeking out a better cost of living, safety, health care and culture.
Many countries, including the European Union, Indonesia and Japan, allow travelers to visit for up to 90 days without a visa. If your profession allows for it, getting a digital nomad visa lets you stay and legally work longer.
After his initial trip, he returned to Lisbon for "another reconnaissance" and suggested people do at least two trips. The Lyles made a pros and cons list to see if moving away from their family would be worth it.
Bailey and Arleevia Lyles are moving from the U.S. to Portugal. They're looking for a fully furnished apartment in Morocco.
One of the hardest parts of living in another country has been the language barrier. People should be aware of the local laws and customs before they move.
