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Curated Wisdom from Our Community: Safety, Packing, and Practical AdviceCurated from our Facebook Group and Email Tips This month’s reader solo travel tips focus on safety, packing light, and practical travel strategies—perfect...
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Since the pandemic, Americans have flocked to Portugal in record numbers. From 2017 to 2022, the number of Americans living in Portugal increased by 239%, reaching almost 10,000 people. Portugal is having...
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Considering a move to Japan while working? You can now work remotely in Japan with their new Digital Nomad Visa that was launched in 2024. Whether you’re a seasoned remote worker or...
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Expats in Denmark are among the happiest with their work lives, according to the latest Expat Insider survey from InterNations, the online global community for people who've moved abroad.The Nordic country ranks...
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Later this year, Donald Trump could win the American presidential election.If you’re okay with that, this article isn’t for you.But if you’re an American and you find this prospect terrifying — if...
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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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What’s the main difference between Tokyo and Seoul? That’s easy. Tokyo is Japan’s capital city, while South Korea’s is Seoul. The two can be easily differentiated easily by history, language, culture, and...
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When it comes to booking flights, travel experts are just like the rest of us.Katy Nastro has visited more than 40 countries around the world. For the most part, she finds her...
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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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When Allan Fawcett decided to retire from his career in computer science in 2011, he knew he wanted to spend at least a few years traveling, particularly around Europe. After decades working...
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Indonesia has been ranked the third best country for expats to live in and Thailand has been ranked the sixth best, which is the same rating as last year. That is according...
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Vietnam is the most affordable place to live in for expats, according to a report by InterNations.Oscar Wong | Moment | Getty ImagesMoving to a foreign country may seem like a pipe...
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Discover the unique aspects of Bohol Tagalog with our dialect guide. Start your journey to learn the basics of this rich Filipino language. Have you thought about the special language of Bohol,...
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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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Expats living in the U.S. say the best part of living here is having plenty of career opportunities, but for many, a high cost of living makes it a challenging experience.The U.S....
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When Allan Fawcett decided to retire from his career in computer science in 2011, he knew he wanted to spend at least a few years traveling, particularly around Europe. After decades working...
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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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Traveling to another country for the first time spurs a sense of wonder like none other. But in some cases, that excitement can quickly turn to consternation when, upon arrival, a language...
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Eight months ago, my partner Gary and I departed from Denver on our BMW motorcycle to the city of Oaxaca, Mexico, with the intention of making it our new hometown.We’d made previous...
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We don’t regret moving to a new country, but living abroad isn’t all rainbows and butterflies every day. In the beginning, we struggled with the language, setting up internet and cable, getting...
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