An increasing number of retirees from Europe and the United States are opting to spend their retirement years outside their home countries. According to the U.S. Social Security Administration, over 700,000 Americans...
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Europe plans to introduce a new biometric passport system in November 2024, followed six months later by a new travel authorization for many of its visitors—here's what travelers need to know. Europe's...
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With so much focus on finding the best places to set up a new life, it’s also important to know which destinations to avoid.Fortunately, relocation expert Kristin has used her years of...
From June 2019 to March 2020, my partner, our dog and I moved from Canada to live abroad in Prague. It was one of the coolest experiences of my whole life! I’ve...
Share The Article Last Updated 32 seconds agoWhen you think of the most quintessentially British city, you probably think of London. But as a proud Brit I promise you that there are...
Reviewers wear it to work, as a cover-up, and even to weddings.If there was an official list of travel faux pas, crinkled clothes would no doubt be near the top of it....
With the peak summer travel season winding down, it's time for National Cheap Flight Day.But don't let the misleading name fool you into rushing to book your next trip."There's no specific day where...
Do you love travelling and wish you could make seeing the world your full-time job? There are many careers perfect for wanderlust-filled individuals that allow you to earn an income while journeying...
Yes, you read my headline correctly: I'm a reporter whose job it is to cover the ins and outs of travel credit cards and the best ways to earn points … and...
Share The Article Last Updated 34 seconds agoWith its UNESCO-listed waterways, world-class museums, and edgy Red Light District, home to a plethora of entertainment venues and a thriving nightlife scene, Amsterdam is...
The pastel-painted villages and cliffs terraced with lemon groves of Italy’s Amalfi Coast attract some five million tourists a year.But while the coastline is dreamy, the journey there is not. The easiest...
Morocco probably isn’t the first destination you’d think of when planning a solo trip, but if you look beyond the clickbait headlines and scaremongering anecdotes, there are certainly ways to explore this...
Taylor Swift isn't the only one spending the summer in Europe: Just open your favorite social media app and you're bound to see someone you know sipping an Aperol spritz on a...
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Southeast Asia (SEA) is a promising continent for digital nomads to work remotely due to various factors with low cost living being the prominent reason. Countries such as Indonesia, Thailand...
Planning a move to Central America? Our guide to expat healthcare covers everything from insurance to preventative care. Ensure your health and peace of mind.Moving abroad as an expat brings new experiences...
You might be wondering: “If I have a credit card that reimburses the cost of Global Entry or TSA PreCheck can I use the benefit for someone else if I already have...
The SmarterTravel team racks up a lot of miles every year, and we’ve become experts in packing. From weekend getaways to extended international journeys, our seasoned editors have encountered and overcome a...
Share The Article Last Updated 1 min agoIt's time to put back-alley izakayas, lightning-quick bullet trains, and endless nights of karaoke aside. That's right, as incredible as Tokyo may be, there's some...
One of the most impactful travel trends on social media in 2024 is eco-friendly travel. Going green isn’t just a budding interest—it’s something that many travelers are focused on when booking. So...
Flowers in full bloom, festive celebrations, and mild temperatures make April a lovely time to visit many parts of the globe. The best deals usually appear starting one week after Easter (which...