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I traveled to teach English in Argentina for 2 months as a volunteer for Worldpackers. Here is everything you need to know about my experience. I chose my first Worldpackers experience quite...
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Taking in the scenery in Portugal, one of the top places for expats to live affordably. (Photo... courtesy of Shutterstock) More Americans than ever are quitting their jobs and moving abroad or retiring overseas — 8.7...
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For many, Seville (in Spanish, Sevilla) is the romantic, passionate heart of AndalucĂa, the large Autonomous Community that covers much of southern Spain. A city of nearly infinite charm, Seville (population about...
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Expatriating to Bolivia is no easy feat, with mountains of paperwork, a puzzling new culture, and all the pitfalls of a poverty-stricken country to contend with. Yet those who have lived here...
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The skyline of Lisbon, the top place to move on the cheap in 2018. (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock) It's the ultimate fantasy: Escape the 9-5 by moving to a place where it's so...
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People who pack up and transport their house twice a year become choosy about their possessions. I recently traveled among the nomads of Mongolia for two weeks and had a chance to...
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Ecuador continues to land on International Living’s top ten list for best retirement destinations worldwide. Expats looking for affordable housing, quality medical care, and rich cultural history flock not only to the...
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Despite the language hurdle some travelers face in Italy, it's still an easy country to visit. Here's what Italy is like, why it's so worth visiting, and expert travel advice to make...
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Vietnam is an inexpensive country to live in. Most items cost less than half of what you would pay in the West, and anywhere from 5% to 25% less than what they...
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By Wendy DeChambeau, InternationalLiving.comI'm here to tell you that I've found the Holy Grail of expat destinations.Street Scene, Manizales, ColombiaEach of us has our own priorities, but to find a place that...
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After 10-years traveling the world, my most common question is: "how do you make money traveling?" or "how do you get paid to travel?" So here's my detailed answer. Working as a...
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In Cusco, Peru, you can rent a comfortable apartment with incredible views of the Andes for only $200 a month."I can easily afford to indulge myself whenever I want,” says expat Rob...
It’s one thing to move abroad — it’s a whole different experience to move abroad alone. This time last year, I quit my job and bought a one-way ticket to Peru with...
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Back Once strictly off-limits for all but the most essential travel, Colombia is now enjoying something of a renaissance. As the drug-related violence and crime has dropped away due to government initiatives,...
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! Warning FCDO advises against all but essential travel to parts of Malaysia. Contents Warnings and insurance Entry requirements Safety and security Regional risks Health Getting help Subscriptions Get email alerts Safety...
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There are many reasons to consider Uruguay as a retirement destination. Uruguay is a small country; only tiny Suriname in South America is smaller. At 68,000 square miles, Uruguay is about the...
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Lush, green coffee plantations along the Andes Mountains, sparkling crystal beaches, and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta—the 18,700 foot, snow-capped mountain which is only 26 miles from the Caribbean Coast.The country is...
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When you hear “Argentina”, many things may come to mind. You may think of Buenos Aires, picture gauchos (skilled horsemen) on the plains herding cattle, or hear a song from Evita! echoing...
