There is a magical undercurrent that pervades Portugal, a sense of a carefully preserved past. Golden beaches with sparkling clean waters line the western and southern coastlines. Flower-filled meadows stretch toward sloping...
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Garbage City, Cairo is home to the city’s trash collectors – and some incredible churches and hidden gems. Here are the best things to do in Garbage City.Garbage City, Cairo is a...
Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus or bike – with tips on how to reach your no-fly destination, and what to see...
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Share The Article Last Updated 8 months agoIt’s no secret that the cost of living has skyrocketed in countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. According to Edvoy.com, the median...
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Annmarie GajdosUpdated August 6, 2025 at 8:57 AMAfter traveling the world, I had to move back in with my parents.Annmarie GajdosAfter spending two years working in New York City, I felt unfulfilled...
Carvoeiro in Portugal’s Algarve region is a beach town best suited to those wanting a smaller resort town with easy access to hiking, kayaking and day trips. In this short guide, we...
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By Warren George July 23, 2024 Wondering what a Tivoli day trip is all about? Man-made and natural beauty abound in Tivoli - the perfect day trip from Rome! The town of...
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If you’re looking for ways to stretch your vacation time and your budget this summer, the “slow travel” trend might be just the change of pace you need. Slowing down your travel...
Butrint National Park is an important UNESCO archaeological site in Albania, just a quick trip from Greece (including Corfu Island!). Here you will learn everything you need to know about how to...
Sustainable travel should be the only way we travel. From excessive air travel that causes harmful CO2 emissions to package holiday resorts that are built on natural areas, international travel and tourism...
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The Semilla cafe and coworking space sits in the heart of the upscale Laureles neighborhood in the city of Medellín. It looks as if it were picked up in Silicon Valley and...
The view from Club Ejecutivo, one of the country membership associations in Medellín. (Photo: Author) Imagine the streets of New York, Tulum’s greenery, and LA’s weather combined with a skyline of a...
Saranda is the place in Albania that we call home! If you’re planning a vacation, you can’t go wrong with Saranda. Here we will talk about things to do, the best beaches,...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailThe world’s largest archipelago nation, sprawling more than 5,000km along the equator, Indonesia attracts superlatives....
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Panama stands out among the world’s expat destinations because it offers solid infrastructure and First World amenities close to North America.And when it comes to value and variety, Panama can’t be beaten....
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Retiring in Europe can be an affordable option for North Americans if they look to sunny Portugal. A once-hidden gem, this tiny country on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula is...
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Amazon. Etsy/RingThingDesignsA travel door alarm, a pack of silicone toiletry bottle covers and a ring carrying case.Popular items from this list include:• A hands-free rotating phone mount that attaches to your plane’s...
Not to jinx it, but 2023 is already shaping up to be the most opened up for travel yet since pre-Covid. With over 30 countries having ditched vaccine and testing entry requirements...
