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I’ll be honest: I don’t think the backlash against Americans in Latin America is as bad as some claim. But let’s talk about it anyway.Every few months, Twitter and TikTok explode with...
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A new economic engine for culture
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No gardening this week, but some climate-related thoughts on slow travel, and the quest to live life well while also treading gently (your thoughts on this welcome!)Me on a train, obviously…I’ve always...
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Traveling to distant places is also a journey to oneselfLast summer, I went on a surf road trip with friends along the coast of mainland Greece. My friends and I still cherish...
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#3 in the "Why I Left the US and Will Never Return" SeriesPhoto by Tom Roberts on UnsplashReason #1 was the high cost of living!Reason #2 was the lack of healthcare!IntroIn 2022,...
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Inspiration Postcard #7Hi friend, welcome back to Itchy Feet! It’s great having you here. I’m excited to share that this publication now has 190 subscribers. Woohoo! Thank you for your continued support...
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You went to Italy and fell in love with the country. Italy is gorgeous, much like some of its inhabitants. For many, it’s love at first sight. Stunning natural settings, breathtaking architecture,...
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As slow travel is gaining popularity, I want to share with you what slow travel is about and what it is not, so that when you’re ready you’ll know exactly how to...
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Best locations based on: Visas, Tax Efficiency, Cost of Living, and ClimateHere's the ultimate worldview of 20 hotspots as of 2024, based on direct and indirect experiences (friends). This guide will evolve!In...
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When one thinks of Bangkok expats, there’s a pretty standard image – the cadre of elderly creeps and potential 90 Day Fiance subjects. You don’t have much trouble conjuring that up, do...
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Should a woman or your life goals be the focus of your journey?I’m a so-called Black man who travels. At the time of this writing, Homeboy has lived outside of the United...
On Marguerite Duras, and dating as an "exceptionally mobile individual." 🌎Instructions for living a life:Pay attention.Be astonished.Tell about it.- Mary Oliver, “Sometimes”For the last 6 years, though I rented two apartments, I’ve...
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I asked 12 digital nomads how they make money while traveling—here's what they sharedWhen I first set out on my travels, I quickly realized that digital nomads were far fewer in number...
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Hey there, Passport Bros.Let’s talk about a couple of neighbors in Southeast Asia—Thailand and Myanmar. These two countries share a border, have similar geography, and even share some history. But while Thailand...
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Reality of a Female ExpatLet’s cut the crap—life in the U.S. is getting more stressful by the day. So, what’s it like to jump ship and start over in a city like...
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You have probably heard the sayings “chase the weather,” “budget travel,” and “weekend warrior” in reference to travel decisions. But slow-travel can mean different things to different people, so today, I will...
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Pros and ConsHow I Fell in Love with Kuala LumpurBack in 2019, I took a trip to Kuala Lumpur, and let me tell you, it blew my mind. It quickly became one...
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The joys of the transport less traveled by: the mighty train (MM2)Rain, Steam, and Speed. Joseph Mallord William Turner, 1844Today I’m heading to a college reunion almost 300 miles away. I’m taking...
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The corporate media is not going to save America from fascism. Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski met with Donald at Mar-a-lago this weekby Bob CescaWASHINGTON, DC – For most of us, the...
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The Benefits of Dual CitizenshipHey there,Today, I want to share something deeply personal, something that has reshaped my life in ways I couldn’t have imagined. This is the ultimate reason I left...
With advancements in technology and the acceptance of remote work by many companies, the number of digital nomads is expected to rise.The rise of remote work has contributed to the growth of...
