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The move to retire abroad—whether full-time or even just for part of the year—is no light undertaking. After all, there are many things you don’t learn about a place and its inhabitants,...
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For decades, retirees seeking the good life abroad flocked to places like Costa Rica, Portugal, and Panama. But now, a different coastal country is quietly climbing the ranks. It’s one where olives,...
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As I gazed out at a chartreuse field dotted with water buffalo and ponds topped with floating lotus, the train’s gentle momentum lulled me into a meditative state. I was headed to...
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When life gets hectic, the first things to get kicked down the priority list are the activities we do for the fun of them—the things we do just for ourselves. Solo travel...
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By the fourth morning of my photography expedition through Svalbard, in northern Norway, I’d start reaching for my camera as soon as I woke up. Aided by my ship’s cappuccino machine and...
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I never took expatriatism seriously until I met Martina. We had become close friends while I was taking a year off from university to teach English in Spain, and when she realized...
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San Luis Obispo is about more than sunshine, breezes, and perfect beaches—though there’s plenty of that, too. Features like delicious food and wine, high culture, low stress, illuminating history, and healthy, casual...
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Stretching across northern Europe from Denmark to Lithuania, the Baltic Sea region has long midsummer days, crisp sea breezes, and lesser-known swimmable waters. You won’t find party scenes or luxury mega-resorts here....
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With more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines offers a kaleidoscope of white- and pink-sand beaches, volcanic peaks, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, and colorful jeepneys buzzing through its bustling cities. And thanks to...
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The Italian peninsula brings in millions of international tourists every year, drawn to the incredible diversity of the country: There are bustling cities, storybook-like villages, bucolic countryside, glittering beaches, and dramatic mountain...
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Italy may be one of Europe’s most visited destinations, but after two decades living in the bel paese, I’ve discovered plenty of handsome, culture- and history-rich corners that remain blissfully out of...
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As a travel editor, one of the questions I get asked the most when friends or family are booking flights is: If I wait, will the price go up or down?The answer...
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At 496,225 square miles, Peru is the third-largest country in South America and the 19th-largest in the world—almost twice the size of Texas. It is a country of extraordinary diversity, from the...
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Italy is redefining the concept of beauty sleep. Ferrovia dello Stato (FS), the country’s national railway agency, has expanded its FS Treni Turistici Italiani (Italian tourist trains) lineup with three stunning overnight...
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Sitting down at a table for one, looking around and seeing that, yet again, you’re the only one eating by yourself—if you’ve done some solo travel, you’re probably all too familiar with...
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If you think the United States has a thing or two to learn about work/life balance, you would be right. According to global employment expert Remote’s second annual study into life-work balance...
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There are unforgettable train journeys tucked away in every corner of the Earth, but perhaps the most under-recognized are those with Austrian Federal Railways. Classic melds with the contemporary aboard Austria’s ÖBB,...
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With more people working remotely in a post-pandemic world, numerous countries are rethinking how to appeal to and attract global workers. In recent months, Türkiye, Canada, Italy, and Japan have all rolled...
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Maybe your ultimate outdoor adventure involves observing awe-inspiring wildlife, hiking deep into the backcountry, or paddling through shimmering waters. Whether you crave camaraderie with fellow adventurers, yearn to explore new destinations, or...
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If you’re planning a multi-city tour of the European continent this summer and will rely on trains to get around, you may want to consider purchasing a Eurail Pass. Haven’t thought about...
