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In August 2024, the US State Department reassessed the security situation of 34 countries across most continents and we have summarized these travel advisories to help you make informed decisions on your...
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Thanks to the internet, budget airlines, and platforms like Airbnb, Trustedhousesitters and Couchsurfing, it really does feel like the world is our oyster. Destinations that once seemed remote and unthinkable are now...
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If September got away from you too fast and you missed out on these European destinations, no worries! October is one of the best months for sightseeing in Europe ! The summer...
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Is there anything crazier than a big European city at the height of summer? Throngs of sweaty people with frantic energy pounding the pavement all day long. In my mind, no…but I...
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Travel I've stayed in hostels in 9 different countries. Here's why they're my preferred option — especially for solo travel. Grace Dean 2024-08-25T10:43:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email icon Email...
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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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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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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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Siren ChenShenzhen The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically transformed the global work landscape. Between 2015 and 2023, the percentage of remote workers surged from 7% to 28%, representing a fourfold increase. Attracting digital...
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Do you travel for food? We get countless requests for food- and drink-focused private itineraries, and we know trip-planning specialists who are connected to the local food scene everywhere from Athens to...
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When European travelers think of palaces to visit, often places like the Palace of Versailles in France or maybe Schönbrunn Palace in Austria come to mind. But, how about Belem Palace, Palace...
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As summer’s peak starts to wane, Europe unfolds in a mesmerizing palette of cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. I know everyone’s gunning for that quintessential “European summer” vibe, but the intense throngs...
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Fed up with high living expenses and toxic politics, more Americans are looking to move abroad. Here are the top 24 countries, and 96 recommended spots, based on costs, amenities, health care,...
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Have you heard of my WOW Moments project? “Wendy’s WOW Moments” are surprise insider experiences that help make a trip extraordinary. WOW List travelers earn them by submitting reviews of their trips....
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I lived in Europe for over four years and during that time had the pleasure of exploring lots of it myself. I also hosted several of my solo traveling friends that passed...
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While most visitors to Europe head for the big tourist magnets, we encourage you to focus instead on the lesser-known, charming places where you won’t find the tour-bus crowds. Europe is filled...
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As airlines continue to expand post-Covid, travelers can access an increasing variety of appealing destinations all across the globe via nonstop flights—a smart choice that minimizes the chance of your trip getting...
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Less well-known - more valuable: If you like to travel abroad (and who doesn't?), you have probably already explored the most popular destinations in Europe, including France, Great Britain, Italy, Spain and...
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Share The Article Last Updated 45 seconds agoWith temperatures rising across the pond and a new season of raging wildfires and unpleasantly hot temperatures looming, we wouldn't blame you for considering giving...
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Skift Take After the pandemic-induced slump, China’s simplification of visa procedures appears to have paid off, with foreign visitors in the first half of the year soaring 152% compared to the year...
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