Never has a comeback been so grappling with the unknown. Donald Trump’s return to the White House shrouds in uncertainty some of the policies the country has implemented over the past four years. It’s a mixed bag where the economy, health or immigration is an issue. What is clear now is that there are at least 74 million people who think Trump is the solution for the nation. On the contrary, at least 70 million people do not see it that way. There is a smart new business targeting such large numbers of people: escaping the country.

The first was visas. We said it a few days ago. Demand for “golden passports” for Americans has recently skyrocketed, with applications rising by 30% compared to the previous year, according to immigration consultants interviewed. “We experienced a huge increase in traffic from the United States after the election. Many were interested in economic migration programs, which suggests they are working professionals, not millionaires,” Rebecca Major, chief operating officer of Moving2Canada, told Fortune.

According to data from Get Golden Visa, there are different reasons why Americans are packing their bags to live in other countries. Main argument: for political reasons, due to the polarization of society in the USA. They also argue that the cost of living, access to healthcare, or quality of life for retirement is high. But there is so much more.

A journey to escape “reality”. With the start of Trump’s second term, the Villa Vie Residences cruise line has (re)launched a multi-year program that allows passengers to embark on a global journey and “escape” the political context in the United States. The plan aboard the Odyssey cruise ship (yes, the same ship that stranded 200 passengers) will visit 425 ports in 140 countries, offering passengers a longer experience at a cost of less than $40,000 per year.

The duration of the packages varies between one and four years, and each has a thematic name that does not need much translation: Escape from Reality. (one year), Midterm Election (two years), Anywhere But Home (three years), and Skip Forward (four years). The itinerary includes stops in the Caribbean, South America and a tour of Antarctica, among other global destinations.

Taking advantage of traction. There is no doubt that Villa Vie CEO Mikael Petterson acknowledged that although the program was initially conceived ahead of the 2024 presidential election, it is now an attractive option for those who have expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome. Of course, Petterson also noted that the community in Odyssey unites people of different political views through their common interest in exploring the world, regardless of ideological divisions.

Be that as it may, Villa Vie emphasizes that the experience of traveling on a residential tour for several years offers not only a break from the political context, but also a unique opportunity to explore cultures and places in an immersive way, free from tensions. Day to day in the United States.

Italy gave it as a gift. This is neither the first nor probably the last time we have heard of a one-euro proposal to repopulate a “vacated” part of Europe; but Trump’s arrival and the discontent of many were too “greedy.” That’s why Ollolai, a municipality on the island of Sardinia with a population of just 1,154, launched an initiative to attract Americans looking for a change in life after the recent election results. The program allows you to buy a house for just 1 euro, but the buyer is responsible for the (necessary) renovations, which cost around 25,000 euros and must be completed within three years.

Not only this. According to Ollolai mayor Francesco Columbu, priority in the purchasing procedure will belong to Americans. Although the program is open to all nationalities, the municipality’s strategy now focuses on revitalizing the population by attracting U.S. citizens, who are considered a “winning card” for revitalizing the town. Without directly mentioning the president-elect, Columbu suggested that the election had motivated many Americans to leave the country.

Italy again for one euro. We have explained this many times. The introduction of remote working has made possible such proposals aimed at stimulating the economy of remote or underpopulated areas that would otherwise be very complex. So-called digital nomads have since become the target of offers they practically give you in exchange for home renovations.

What we haven’t seen so far is to suggest this through political discontent, in this case the Republican victory in the United States. Such movements, along with a cruise, a house of “talented” and highly publicized figures, such as the declaration of the intentions of the daughter of Elon Musk, one of those responsible for Donald Trump’s success at the ballot box, to leave the country along with others, leading to the promotion of the smartest It seems to create a breeding ground.

Image | Villa Vie Residences, Carlitos

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