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2024 was particularly revolutionary; we saw record-breaking domestic tourism, with religious destinations experiencing enormous footfalls and business travel returning to pre-pandemic levels. More importantly, we witnessed a significant shift in customer behaviour,...
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Planning on moving to Costa Rica? This detailed guide explores everything from cost of living and residency to healthcare and culture. Make an informed decision.Moving is always an exciting moment in life....
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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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AI-assisted summaryTravelers in 2025 will seek less crowded, unique destinations, moving away from over-touristed areas.All-inclusive resorts are attracting a wider range of travelers, including Gen Z, with increasingly diverse and luxurious offerings.Multigenerational...
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Time was, retirement meant slowing down. These days, for the world’s wealthiest retirees, it’s about levelling up – in lifestyle, financial and personal freedom and where they live. If you’ve spent decades...
24. Lastly: "We lived in Brazil for seven years for work-related reasons. Although there are significant social issues in Brazil, there were substantial advantages, such as the lack of high-processed foods. Repatriating...
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This past year, we featured a viral TikTok that compared the cost of living in the US and Australia, which brought up the notion that "America is a scam." Many people (like...
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In September 2024, my husband, Colin, and I spent a week road tripping around Vancouver Island. And while that would have been a lovely trip at any time of our lives, it...
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Panama is a country that lies between two continents and two oceans with a rich culture and an amazing history. It is among the most beautiful countries in Latin America, and its...
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Share The Article Last Updated 59 mins agoHave you been craving some Old World charm, but with a Mexican flair, lately? Beyond the glitz and glam of the Cancun resorts, the turquoise...
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In 2022, I quit my job to fulfill my longtime dream of traveling the world full-time for a year and a half. My journey through 12 countries in Asia and six in...
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#3 in the "Why I Left the US and Will Never Return" SeriesPhoto by Tom Roberts on UnsplashReason #1 was the high cost of living!Reason #2 was the lack of healthcare!IntroIn 2022,...
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Over 7,700 people have died from dengue fever in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, making the highest toll in over 40 years. This alarming figure underscores the need to implement...
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In traveling, I’ve always chosen to go it alone rather than not go at all. Over the years, friends have called me fearless. Don’t you get scared? they ask. Very rarely. Lonely?...
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HAVAmid talk of sustainable aviation fuel and electric flights, there's another form of air travel currently being mooted as a green alternative to flying: the airship.Technically, the airship is all a load...
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I admit it: I liked calling myself an expat. Something about the word sounded cool, even though no Mexican has ever called me, or any other foreigner I know, an “expatriada.” They...
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Travel I often travel with my family, but I just went to London by myself for the first time. It's the perfect city for solo travelers. Essay by Terri Peters 2024-12-11T10:26:01Z Share...
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A mom leaves her husband and kids at home while going on EIGHT solo holidays a year – and says it ‘makes her a better wife and mother.’ Huda Alvi, 39, loves...
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Every year Mexico attracts approximately 42 million international tourists, with many choosing the Mexican Caribbean—widely regarded as one of the safest destinations in the country. The United States remains the leading source...
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The ranking sees Switzerland claiming four spots in the top 10. ADVERTISEMENTMoving to a new country can be daunting, but Mercer’s annual Quality of Living Report helps ease the decision-making process. Those with...
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