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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to Linkedin N ext month, Matt Palmer, 60, and Lisa Barr, 63, a retired couple from Quincy, Mass., and Penni, their six-year-old retired racing greyhound, are moving...
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Have you heard of my WOW Moments project? “Wendy’s WOW Moments” are surprise insider experiences that help make a trip extraordinary. WOW List travelers earn them by submitting reviews of their trips....
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A few years ago, my now-husband, Colin, and I went on our very first trip to Ireland. It was a first time trip for both of us and our first time to...
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I lived in Europe for over four years and during that time had the pleasure of exploring lots of it myself. I also hosted several of my solo traveling friends that passed...
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Discover the priciest and cheapest places to live and work abroad in 2024<img class="caas-img caas-lazy has-preview" alt="Patricia Hikari/Shutterstock" data-src="https://slowtravelnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ranked-the-cheapest-and-most-expensive-countries-to-live-and-work-abroad.jpg"><img alt="Patricia Hikari/Shutterstock" src="https://slowtravelnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ranked-the-cheapest-and-most-expensive-countries-to-live-and-work-abroad.jpg" class="caas-img">Patricia Hikari/ShutterstockDreaming of a new life overseas? InterNations, the world's...
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While most visitors to Europe head for the big tourist magnets, we encourage you to focus instead on the lesser-known, charming places where you won’t find the tour-bus crowds. Europe is filled...
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As airlines continue to expand post-Covid, travelers can access an increasing variety of appealing destinations all across the globe via nonstop flights—a smart choice that minimizes the chance of your trip getting...
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Mykle and Doug Flatley joke that they’re the "unofficial ambassadors" of their new hometown in southwestern France.They’ve only been living in Oloron-Sainte-Marie (OSM) for two and a half years, but they’ve already...
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There are a lot of people who play a role in making a WOW trip exceptional, but it’s the private local guides who are the linchpin. These on-the-ground fixers bring to life...
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Overall, there was little change in the top 10 of the Personal Finance Index from 2023. Six of the top 10 countries are in Asia: Vietnam (1st), Indonesia (3rd), the Philippines (5th),...
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Skift Take After the pandemic-induced slump, China’s simplification of visa procedures appears to have paid off, with foreign visitors in the first half of the year soaring 152% compared to the year...
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According to reports, interest in moving abroad spiked after the recent presidential debate. So what are the best places to live in the world? Ask the expats—they offer a unique perspective on...
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The survey, which collected responses from over 12,500 expats in February, assesses 53 countries across multiple indices, including quality of life, ease of settling in, working abroad, personal finance, and “expat essentials”...
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(CNN) — It’s hardly a great tourism slogan. “Britain is grinding to a halt” was the verdict of the UK’s Labour Party on the country they hoped to govern, as they were...
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Westminster Abbey, and the Henry VII Lady Chapel are not just London’s top attractions, but also a monumental piece of British history and culture. Westminster Abbey is particularly famous for its rich...
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Is calling the USA “America” offensive? Celebrate July 4 with a look at a common debate among many in Latin America.“Happy 4th of July to all my American brothers and sisters in...
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Our guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. ADVERTISEMENTStrikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.Walkouts...
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Our guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. ADVERTISEMENTStrikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.Walkouts...
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Jasmien Cels has lived all over the world. She spent her childhood in Ethiopia, New York and Tokyo, Japan, before spending a decade in London.Now, she resides in Brazil and is making...
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Are you wondering how to move out of the U.S.? You’re not alone—according to a recent survey, one in three Americans would leave the U.S. if they could. A new company called...
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