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The posters took over almost every wall in the party barrio of Provenza in MedellĂn, Colombia: “I’ll trade an Airbnb for a neighbor and a home.” “MedellĂn is not for sale —...
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With 81% of travelers pledging to take a trip in 2023 no matter what (according to new data from Expedia), we're sure to see a spike in global travel this summer. If...
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Jake Nomada is one of our favorite writers and social media influencers in Latin America. Here, he writes about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and why it’s one of the best things that travelers...
By Karen Lefebvre-ChristouWhen considering a move abroad, Greece stands out as a country with much to offer, whether you prefer mountains or seaside, mainland or island living. With fresh, healthy, delicious food,...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailThe world’s largest archipelago nation, sprawling more than 5,000km along the equator, Indonesia attracts superlatives....
A retired couple looking at Berlin or Vienna’s cultural offerings, or with their heart set on being close to the Rhine – might already have their mind made up. But what about...
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Teaching English in Chiang Mai offers a unique and rewarding opportunity for language educators seeking to experience the rich culture and natural beauty of northern Thailand. Compared to Bangkok, finding job opportunities...
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Spain’s Mediterranean beach resorts and dynamic cities are alluring destinations for most expats. However, for those seeking a quieter life immersed in traditional Spanish culture, small pueblos off the beaten path offer...
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25 April 2023By Sarah Brown, Features correspondentGiordano Cipriani/Getty ImagesLaunched in January 2022, Brazil's new Digital Nomad Visa is enticing a new type of traveller to the South American country. And Rio is one of...
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Retiring in Europe can be an affordable option for North Americans if they look to sunny Portugal. A once-hidden gem, this tiny country on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula is...
Canada is a fantastic country with a high quality of life and excellent healthcare, but sometimes people want a change. At other times governments can change, causing people to feel dissatisfied with...
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Ciao, come stai? The simple greeting, “Hello, how are you?” in Italian is only three words long, but a powerful starting point to a full language of possibilities.I recently took an Italian...
In this article, we take a look at the 20 best countries to retire overseas where English is spoken. For more such countries, go to the 5 Best Countries to Retire Overseas...
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Cristobal Fredes, our esteemed editor here at Contxto, used the popular Bumble application in Santiago, Chile. Billed as a more low-key dating app than the industry leader Tinder, the Austin, TX-based Bumble...
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Contents Other format Introduction The Government of Canada has developed this booklet to help you protect your health while travelling or living abroad. It includes essential information on understanding travel health risks;...
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Traveling abroad is one thing, but starting a new life overseas is another. Expats who've moved abroad say Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore are the top three places where it's...
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).Spanish is the fourth most widely spoken language in the world, with nearly 500 million native speakers, so it’s no surprise that learning it...
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A Colombian woman has been accused of murder after her American Tinder date died after meeting her in the city of Medellin. Paul Nguyen, a California-based logistics consultant, decided to visit the...
California-based logistics consultant Paul Nguyen was attracted to the Colombian city of Medellin for its vibrant nightlife and a reputation for being friendly to “digital nomad”-type workers. So the 27-year-old booked a...
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Photo by Merakist / Unsplash Growing up, I only attached the concept of being a “nomad” to agriculture. That is, shepherds who have no visible residence and who occasionally moved their herds...
