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Monday, June 24, 2024Reading Time: 2 minutesGuatemala is increasingly becoming a top tourism destination for the internaitonal visitors, driven by its expanded visa-free entry policy.This Central American gem now allows visitors from...
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Discover the best surfing in Central America, from Guatemala’s hidden gems to Costa Rica’s iconic surf towns.This article contains links to Amazon, from which, as an Amazon Associate, this website will earn...
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We list the most English-speaking countries in Central America from the easiest and most obvious on down. If you’re finding Spanish difficult, this article might be for you.A few of our articles...
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A country-by-country guide to the car accident protocols in Central America in case you get involved in a fender bender while driving in the region.Navigating the roads of Central America can be...
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A look at some of our favorite road trips and most scenic drives in Central America… which means some of the most scenic drives anywhere on the planet. This article contains affiliate...
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If there is one thing that everybody seemingly wants to do in 2024 is toss some clothes, their passport, and their work computer into a bag and head off to another country...
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Traveling to Central America or living in the region? Whether you’re looking for places to visit for a vacation or for a weekend away from the capital, the small towns in Central...
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The U.S. job market has cooled off significantly since the "great resignation" brought on by the pandemic, but is in a relatively good place, according to recent reports. Still, it is harder...
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With so many beautiful destinations to choose from, the Caribbean is famous for its relaxed atmosphere, tropical beaches, and abundant sea life. When planning a Caribbean vacation, safety is likely one of...
Planning an Acatenango volcano hike in Guatemala but don’t know where to start? Travel blogger Pubali Kanjilal has you covered. In this article, she walks you through the process of finding the...
Sargassum has been around for centuries. The first report of its existence was written by Christopher Columbus himself in 1492, concerned that his caravels could become trapped in a “vegetal blob,” in...
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What exactly is an expat? It’s not as straightforward as you might think. Ask a handful of expats to define the term and you’ll get a handful of different answers. When it...
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When you think of living as a digital nomad, you may picture traveling through Latin American countries and settling down in some of the best cities for digital nomads in Central America. ...
Ever dreamt of switching the daily grind for an ocean breeze? How about trading a full email inbox for a cocktail refill, or replacing grey skies with blue horizons? Thanks to an emerging...
Are you a meat lover in the Land of Eternal Spring? If so, here’s an expat gringo’s guide to meat cuts in Guatemala to help you at the market or in the...
Volcanoes, Mayan ruins, colonial infrastructure, and unspoiled natural beauty are some of the things that are waiting for you in Guatemala. The country can be safe if the necessary precautions are taken....
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Digital nomads are remote employees who travel around between different locations as they work. Unattached to an office and able to fulfill their role as long as they have an internet connection,...
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“That the native does not like the tourist is not hard to explain,” Antiguan-American author Jamaica Kincaid wrote in her 1988 essay, A Small Place. “For every native of every place is...
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For wealthy Americans looking for an expat lifestyle, Portugal—with its pristine beaches, low cost of living, and easy access to the U.S.—has long been the top destination. The southern European country has...
With spring in full swing by April, many destinations around the world are enjoying mild temperatures and gorgeous blooms. If that isn’t enough reason to travel in April, the shoulder season crowds...
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