I thought it would be a good practice exercise to see how our portfolio would have held up and performed during the 33 years of retirement that we have enjoyed.

Retire Early, Live Richly: Break Free from the Consumption Trap
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Some of us, because of our spending choices, have not saved enough to retire and maintain the lifestyle to which we have become accustomed. Or so we think.

Traveling is challenging enough with all one has to think about – getting the best price on airline tickets, arranging for lodging reservations, and being sure your passport is up-to-date with no expiration in the next 6 months.

Sint Maarten Happy Hour Learning Curve
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

You know, you would think something as easy as going for Happy Hour on a Caribbean Island would be very simple. Beer. Beach. Sunset. But we're here to tell you, yes, there is a learning curve.

My Visit to the Vietnamese Dentist
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Those of you who have followed us for a while know that I have this habit of seeing dentists all over the world. Not by choice, mind you, but because, well, because of one thing or another.

Located on the Dutch side of the island of Sint Maarten, it's the go-to spot for both locals and cruise ship visitors.

An American retiree spent $18,807 for cancer treatment abroad. She said medical tourism saved her money and stress.
By Allie Kelly

Akaisha and Billy Kaderli retired early to travel the world. - When Akaisha was diagnosed with cancer, the couple sought affordable treatment in Mexico, Vietnam, and Thailand. - They aren't alone: rising US healthcare costs have pushed some Americans toward medical tourism.

Thankfully, when we left the work force in 1991 we did not read these misleading articles thereby creating doubt about our decision.

Every once in a while, we like to get away just for a different perspective. Many times we go to Antigua, a favorite of ours, but this time, we thought to stay the night in San Marcos, just across the lake.

Five Tools for Retirement Planning
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

People don’t always agree, and I realize that we have placed ourselves purposefully in the public eye. This position requires that we take the slings and arrows along with the kudos.

Port St. Maarten Philipsburg, St. Maarten, Caribbean
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Today, it's one of the busiest cruise ports in the Caribbean, handling over two million cruise passengers annually. If you have been on a cruise in the Caribbean chances are that you've been to this port.