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I left the US to start over after a tragedy — and fumbled through 5 classic first-timer mistakes

Published January 4, 2026 by Business Insider

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I’ve always dreamed of moving to Italy. Before fully committing, I’m giving my favorite city a 90-day test run.

Published December 28, 2025 by Business Insider

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I rang in 2025 on a solo trip. Now, I’d happily celebrate every New Year’s Eve abroad and surrounded by strangers.

Published December 27, 2025 by Business Insider

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I paid $1,963 for a 43-hour Amtrak train to avoid Thanksgiving travel chaos. It felt like stepping back in time.

Published December 1, 2025 by Business Insider

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The Asian island where retirees from around the world are starting over

Published November 29, 2025 by Business Insider

I never imagined retiring abroad. Life on a Southeast Asian island feels like a permanent holiday. I made a list of 20 places around the world where I could see myself retiring....

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I’m an American working remotely in Italy. I knew moving would be hard, but I never considered one stressful hidden cost.

Published November 18, 2025 by Business Insider

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I thought traveling alone would be awkward or boring — but my first solo trip proved me wrong with its surprising perks

Published November 7, 2025 by Business Insider

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I often stay in Airbnbs by myself. My top tip for solo travelers is to book for 2 people — even if it costs more.

Published September 11, 2025 by Business Insider

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I made 3 mistakes in 48 hours when I visited Berlin for the first time

Published September 8, 2025 by Business Insider

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I traveled long-distance on Amtrak for the first time. These 10 things surprised me.

Published August 1, 2025 by Business Insider

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By 34, I thought I’d be married with kids. Instead, I just took a solo trip to my 90th country.

Published July 19, 2025 by Business Insider

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I took a 12-hour train ride in business class. It was better and cheaper than the one-hour flight I usually book.

Published March 12, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel I took a 12-hour train ride in business class. It was better and cheaper than the one-hour flight I usually book. Margie Pumpa 2025-03-12T13:32:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn...

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We scouted 2 popular vacation spots in Mexico as possible retirement destinations, and both left us feeling impressed

Published March 9, 2025 by Business Insider

Real Estate We scouted 2 popular vacation spots in Mexico as possible retirement destinations, and both left us feeling impressed Cynthia Staton and Edd Staton 2025-03-09T14:35:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X...

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8 cities around the world with a low cost of living and a high quality of life

Published March 1, 2025 by Business Insider

Real Estate 8 cities around the world with a low cost of living and a high quality of life Alcynna Lloyd, Jordan Pandy, and Dan Latu 2025-03-01T09:15:02Z Share icon Share Facebook Email...

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I moved back home after being an expat in Hong Kong for 7 years. It feels like starting from scratch.

Published February 24, 2025 by Business Insider

Careers I moved back home after being an expat in Hong Kong for 7 years. It feels like starting from scratch. Hannah Ho 2025-02-24T00:01:10Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy...

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I moved to Italy after grinding in tech jobs at Google and TikTok. I’m now living my dream life.

Published February 19, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel I moved to Italy after grinding in tech jobs at Google and TikTok. I'm now living my dream life. Essay by Sema Karaman 2025-02-19T11:11:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn...

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These are the safest countries to work and live as an expat, according to a new ranking

Published February 12, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel These are the safest countries to work and live as an expat, according to a new ranking Joshua Nelken-Zitser 2025-02-12T15:51:50Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Email X...

#slovenia #healthcare #iceland #switzerland #malaysia

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I paid $168 for a 10-hour Amtrak business-class ride. Next time, I’ll stay in coach and save $100.

Published February 6, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel I paid $168 for a 10-hour Amtrak business-class ride. Next time, I'll stay in coach and save $100. Joey Hadden Updated 2025-02-06T14:58:41Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy Link...

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I traveled Europe for 6 months with only 2 backpacks. Here are the items I couldn’t live without and the ones I wish I’d left behind.

Published February 4, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel I traveled Europe for 6 months with only 2 backpacks. Here are the items I couldn't live without and the ones I wish I'd left behind. Emily Pogue 2025-02-04T17:03:02Z Share icon...

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I’m an American spending my retirement living in dozens of countries. There’s one thing I wish I’d known before I started.

Published January 31, 2025 by Business Insider

Travel I'm an American spending my retirement living in dozens of countries. There's one thing I wish I'd known before I started. Norm Bour 2025-01-31T12:34:01Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right....

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