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Stephen and Joanna Vargha moved to Ecuador from North Carolina after retiring early.The moved to Cuenca for its lower cost of living, vibrant culture, and welcoming expat community.They recommend retiring abroad but...
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Share The Article Last Updated 20 mins agoEven if you've never laid eyes on it before, you can probably easily describe Santorini with precision: we all know it for the whitewashed, cliffside...
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Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which earn me a small commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Thank you for reading and supporting my blog!Imagine waking up to...
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Indonesia is generally have its stunning natural beauty that attracts many expats. It is one of the best decision to have a life in Indonesia. However, moving to a new country can...
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If you’re wondering how to become a house sitter in Singapore, this guide will take you through everything you need to know. House sitting in Singapore offers a unique opportunity to live...
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Share The Article Last Updated 37 seconds agoOaxaca City may be one of Mexico's hottest city breaks right now, and locals may tell you to kick rocks, but that doesn't mean you...
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Monaco, the independent country located within France and known for its glitz and glamour, is the most popular day trip from nearby Nice, France. But how do you actually get there? Despite...
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Amsterdam and Paris are two iconic European cities that most travellers have on their bucket list. Lucky for you, they’re also a short train ride away from one another, meaning you can...
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Planning a Costa Rica vacation? This article offers insider tips from an ex-travel consultant on creating the perfect itinerary to make the most of this beautiful country, no matter how much time...
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Your detailed itinerary for two days in Vienna, Austria’s beautiful capital city. If you love museums, artisanal coffee houses, apple strudel and vineyards, this is the Vienna itinerary for you. Vienna is...
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Villefranche-sur-Mer is a charming coastal town on the French Riviera known for its colourful buildings, Mediterranean Sea views and laidback vibes compared to nearby cosmopolitan Nice. And because it’s so close to...
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The ultimate list of unique places to visit in Georgia (the country) – from cities and essential places of interest to alternative and obscure destinations, as recommended by an expat. Includes the...
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Imagine this: A miracle leaves you with a three-day weekend and you’re ready to skip town. @media screen and (min-width:0) and (min-height:0px) { #sv-video-container { min-height:200px } } @media screen and (min-width:515px)...
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The medieval hilltop village of Eze on the French Riviera is said to be one of the most charming and enchanting villages in all of France. With a reputation like that, it’s...
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Share The Article Last Updated 9 mins agoLondon, it was a good run! Now it's another timeless city's turn in the spotlight, at least according to the New York Times. Naming 2025's...
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Cracking open bottles of ice-cold Beer Lao, we gaze across the Mekong River, eyes peeled for elusive elephants amidst the oil-green cliffs and stormy jungle before the sky, heavy with rain, turns...
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Share The Article Not Cancun and its glitzy resort zone, Punta Cana and its pristine Caribbean sands, and most certainly not Cartagena and that historic, UNESCO-listed walled center: the beach city stealing...
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While my husband, Colin, and I were in the South of France, we planned a few day trips from our base in Nice. And my favourite one was definitely our Nice to...
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If you like to read and you like to travel, you’re my people and you’ve come to the right place. Get ready to discover the 38+ best travel books for readers with...
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Share The Article Add Thailand to the list for overtourism. Europe may hog the spotlight with their global gripes demanding to have their beloved hometowns back, but Thailand is no stranger to...
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