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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Many Brits have considered moving abroad at some point, with plenty of countries in Western Europe proving a popular choice, seeing as they aren't so far from the UK.Those looking to move...
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Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which earn me a small commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Thank you for reading and supporting my blog!I’m starting to believe...
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Sleep pods offer a new alternative for layovers and delayed flights by Carolyn Ray On a recent trip from Bali, Cathy Gotfried spent the night in a sleep pod at the Digital...
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We'll always default to using a credit card (and earning more points) whenever possible, and you should too … but even in 2024, there are some things that you can't buy with...
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Gary Hohenstein retired at the age of 59 and moved to Germany with his wife.He collects five retirement benefits and said his money goes further in Germany than in the US.He's from...
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Rail operator European Sleeper will launch a new route in early 2025, connecting Brussels with Venice, Italy, and providing transportation to other standout cities and ski destinations, including Antwerp, Belgium; Rotterdam and...
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Related Articles: The 7 Best Cheap Travel Insurance Companies Worth the Cost Here are our picks for the cheapest travel insurance companies, ranked by lowest average costs across various plan levels. How...
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Italy weekend breaks are perfect for taking in one of the most beautiful places in the world on a short-haul mini escape.As a country that offers ancient cities, like Venice and Florence,...
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Young people have always wanted to leave Britain. Once upon a time, they joined the merchant navy. In the 1970s, they headed to Australia. Leaving seems mysterious and risky. It’s boring to...
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Visitors can use the official list of Italy's most beautiful villages to create an itinerary away from the crowds - a type of slow travel which also supports struggling rural communities. ADVERTISEMENTVenice...
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