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It’s no secret that Porto is the second most popular city in Portugal for digital nomads. With a lively international community, beautiful city, and digital nomad-friendly cafes, remote workers are actively seeking...
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Please be advised that this Bali travel guide hasn’t been updated in 2024. Prices and travel guidelines may no longer be accurate so it’s important that you verify any information...
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Nearly 2 million U.S. citizens have pulled up stakes and moved to Mexico for a better life; it’s the most popular country in the world for Americans who choose to live abroad.Mexico...
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Rome, Italy is home to some of the most well-known historic landmarks in the world - think the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and St Peter's Basilica.While it is a must-see by every...
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Outside of an electronics store, I’m not sure I’ve ever seen as many huge television sets as there were in the Black Pepper sports bar in Medellín, Colombia. Sitting at a long...
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The southern Italian region of Campania (Campagna in Italian) is famous for its dramatic coastline and picturesque seaside towns, rich culinary traditions, and ancient archaeological sites. It is one of Italy’s most densely...
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Typically, we don’t like slow. Slow-witted is stupid. Slow service irks. Slow movies are dull. Slow clocks are wrong. And slow runners don’t win actual races (only allegorical tortoises do that). Then...
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Mexico has been a long-time favorite destination for digital nomads and vacationers. Those who fall in love and never want to leave can apply for the Mexico digital nomad visa. Now, while...
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Whether you’re drawn by its beguiling coastlines, untamed jungle or high-altitude national parks, Colombia is guaranteed to dazzle. After decades of association with armed conflict and drug cartels, this South American country...
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Fancy coffee shops are one of the first things that come to mind when you think about the city of Manizales. It embodies that mental picture of elegance and culture. Poised on...
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With tens of thousands of islands scattered some 5000km (3100mi) from east to west, Indonesia looks like anything but a single country. Vast seas, impenetrable jungles, rugged mountains and rough roads require...
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Patagonia is not a cheap place. It is a region of glaciers, turquoise lakes, and mountains, where food, and just about everything else, is imported. It’s far from major cities, has few...
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Slow travel allows us to experience different destinations in a way that is both relaxing and enriching. It’s all about forgoing hectic city itineraries and whistlestop tours of never-seen-before destinations in favour...
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If you’re visiting Peru, you should go to Machu Picchu, but there are hundreds more fascinating archeological sites in the Cusco region. Here are 10 amazing Inca archeological sites in the city...
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The key to living well on a budget and enjoying your life is to feel good about it. Whether you’re living on a low income or a high one, saving money is...
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1. Southern Patagonian Andes: Argentina & Chile Duration: 10 daysBest for: Hiking, biking, glaciers and off-road adventureRoute: El Chaltén > Lago Argentino > Puerto Natales > Torres del Paine The southern Patagonian...
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A trip to Machu Picchu is something nearly every person dreams of in their lifetime. And why shouldn't it be? Perched high amongst the mist-soaked mountains of Peru, these centuries-old ruins are steeped in mystery. How were these...
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We didn’t publish a list of top destinations for 2021, and indeed, it was a pretty lousy year for travel! But as the world gets jabbed and people yearn for freedom, it’s...
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There are many options where you can live comfortably on a budget. Here are 10 of the cheapest AND safest places to live in the world! For anyone looking to live abroad,...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailOur new microguides series is inspired by the slow travel movement, encouraging travellers to relax...
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