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American carriers are eager and ready to start nonstop operations to the boho-chic destination of Tulum. For some context, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador inaugurated Tulum’s first international airport (TQO), on...
Welcome to AFAR Answers: a deep dive into all your unanswered travel questions. First up: Why are there luggage racks in hotel rooms?For years, I had the same packing routine: Pull my...
Croatia is an endlessly appealing destination with sun-drenched beaches, picturesque hilltop towns and atmospheric streets.Many come for the Dalmatian Coast delights and Istria's rural charms. Others are here for superb hiking routes, treasured national parks,...
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Lugging his backpack around the Forbidden City in Beijing, French tourist Xavier counted himself as “lucky” to be at the vanguard of China’s latest campaign to reinvigorate its flagging economy.The young traveller,...
Portugal’s second city, Porto, is an increasingly popular destination among digital nomads and other remote workers. I’ve spent quite a bit of time in this vibrant, artsy city over the last few...
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Many criticise digital nomads for fuelling gentrification and pricing out locals. Social, economic, spatial and cultural segregation between nomads and local communities has already stirred controversy from Canada to the Canary Islands....
“The obvious answer is extravagant train holidays. This mode of travelling promises all the luxuries associated with first-class plane travel, such as excellent food, service, and amenities, along some of the most...
For those craving travel on a budget, the newest trend might be the answer to scratch that exploring itch while staying on budget — destination dupes. According to Forbes Advisor’s 2023 projections,...
If Balinese paradise makes you think of beautiful beaches or holistic retreats inspired by “Eat, Pray, Love,” you would be right. But, there’s more to it than that now, following a global...
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Delicious food, incredible temples, beautiful beaches, exotic wildlife – it’s no wonder people love visiting Southeast Asia! Plus, you get to enjoy all of that for bargain prices. If that’s not enough...
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Why did you move to Mexico?I imagine there are a variety of reasons. Weather, culture, family, the ability to live comfortably on less. As an expat you’re likely hyper-aware of the talk...
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For obvious reasons, Spain and the Canary Islands have been widely favoured destinations for individuals relocating internationally, particularly from the UK and the USA. The pleasant climate and easy-going way of life,...
Mexico offers you a variety of natural environments to choose from when seeking places to live, work, or retire here. This article explains options for living in Mexico’s highlands, including the key...
IN a 13-minute YouTube video, globetrotting expat couple JP and Amelia Stonestreet have concluded that Andalucia is, with a few exceptions, an all-around great place to live for English-speaking expats. The remote-working...
Real Estate I retired from Amazon at 34 and chose to settle in Canada, where I only need $1,000 a month to live well As told to Jordan Pandy 2024-03-05T22:35:14Z Share icon...
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It’s hard to put a value on personal freedom. Perhaps that’s why so many people love Latin America’s lifestyle and vibe. With its proximity to North America and shared experiences, the personal...
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Image credit: Mariah Tyler © Retiring abroad has many benefits, including cultural enrichment and taking advantage of a better — and often healthier — quality of life. And in some cases, spending...
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Moving to Mexico is incredibly exciting but comes with its own set of challenges. For many of us who have made the move – either full-time or part-time, short-term or long-term –...
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It might seem odd, but the roots of the United States’ Citizenship-Based Taxation (CBT) – a tax which causes expats so many sleepless nights – are mired firmly in the aftermath of the nation’s...
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