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Share The Article Last Updated 7 seconds agoHeading to Italy this fall? You may have been surprised to find prices in Rome and other tourism hotspots have not necessarily dropped as expected post-summer––nor have...
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On Marguerite Duras, and dating as an "exceptionally mobile individual." 🌎Instructions for living a life:Pay attention.Be astonished.Tell about it.- Mary Oliver, “Sometimes”For the last 6 years, though I rented two apartments, I’ve...
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What is ‘cost of living’?Many expats make the mistake of thinking that living costs are all about budgets and raw numbers. To me, "cost of living" isn't just dollars and cents. Sure, money matters,...
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What is ‘cost of living’?Many expats make the mistake of thinking that living costs are all about budgets and raw numbers. To me, "cost of living" isn't just dollars and cents. Sure, money matters,...
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October 5, 2023. I stop for a few sips of water, sweat trickling between my shoulder blades. I don’t want to know how red my face is. My husband, Jon, is a...
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Easily Accessible, Year-Round AppealOne of the best parts about the Alps to Adriatic region is its seasonally agnostic appeal. With every turn of the calendar’s page, a new energy emerges, always in...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinFor more than two decades and based on the vote of millions of travelers, the European Best Destinations organization (EBD) has been ranking the best Christmas...
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Ten Degrees Warmer…and their tips on traveling the world. I love this interview because Robb gives us so much useful information on travelling the world on the cheap. He tells us about...
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Montenegro, a hidden gem in southeastern Europe, is rapidly becoming a favored Mediterranean destination for expats and travelers. Its strategic location, stunning landscapes, and vibrant expat community make it an ideal base...
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In August 2024, the US State Department reassessed the security situation of 34 countries across most continents and we have summarized these travel advisories to help you make informed decisions on your...
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If September got away from you too fast and you missed out on these European destinations, no worries! October is one of the best months for sightseeing in Europe ! The summer...
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QUICK SUMMARY- MOVING ABROAD READINESS TESTThe Expat Readiness Assessment Quiz is a powerful tool to gauge readiness for living abroad.Identifies key personality traits crucial for expat success.Expat Assessment Quiz is back my...
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Is there anything crazier than a big European city at the height of summer? Throngs of sweaty people with frantic energy pounding the pavement all day long. In my mind, no…but I...
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The capital of Croatia, Zagreb, is a beautiful, compact, and walkable city. With amazing architecture, history, shopping, an epic cafe vibe, and great nightlife, it’s one of my favorite places to visit....
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An increasing number of retirees from Europe and the United States are opting to spend their retirement years outside their home countries. According to the U.S. Social Security Administration, over 700,000 Americans...
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With the peak summer travel season winding down, it's time for National Cheap Flight Day.But don't let the misleading name fool you into rushing to book your next trip."There's no specific day where...
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Flowers in full bloom, festive celebrations, and mild temperatures make April a lovely time to visit many parts of the globe. The best deals usually appear starting one week after Easter (which...
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Travel trends are constantly shifting. Oftentimes, new trends are fueled by intriguing new destinations and approaches to travel. Some are also reactionary. As issues like overtourism evolve, travelers are also on the...
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Siren ChenShenzhen The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically transformed the global work landscape. Between 2015 and 2023, the percentage of remote workers surged from 7% to 28%, representing a fourfold increase. Attracting digital...
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Extreme heat is forecast for Europe again this summer. Mediterranean Europe suffered a record-breaking heat wave last summer, and in some spots, high humidity or wildfires made it worse. Fortunately, the itineraries...
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