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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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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinIt’s that time of year when pundits release their “best of” lists, rounding up their predictions of what will be popular in the year to come....
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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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IntroductionLisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a very popular place to visit. It draws many travellers because it has a lot of history, beautiful buildings, and a lively feel. Walking around its...
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A “digital nomad” brings to mind a young person tapping away at a laptop in the sun, beer in hand, earning enough money to travel to the next palm-fringed hammock.And as remote...
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Zachary Gerth, 37, runs the company StartAbroad with his partner, AnnaThe 'international relocation concierge service' helps people moveHe said there are a lot of logistics that go into relocating to a new countryBy...
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The concept of digital nomadism is pushing the boundaries in Southeast Asia, with an increasing number of countries in the region exploring or implementing visa schemes specifically designed for remote workers.Many south-east...
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The digital nomad lifestyle has exploded in popularity, creating a new generation of location-independent professionals seeking the perfect blend of work-friendly infrastructure, cultural richness, and quality of life. As we look ahead...
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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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Retirement is a time for relaxation, exploration, and enjoying the fruits of your labor. However, for many Americans, the rising cost of living can make it challenging to maintain their desired lifestyle...
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As a result of the soaring cost of living in the U.S., many Americans are considering relocating to more affordable countries, where their dollars stretch further.But where to go?The latest Expat Insider...
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Figuring out the optimal time to travel to an island can be tricky. “Peak season” often does not mean the best time to go; it just means the most expensive time, based...
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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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A recent study by YourOverseasHome has revealed the most affordable destinations for British expats, with Italy emerging as the top choice.In 2022, more than 3.6 million Brits travelled from the UK to...
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Here are the 12 pairs of travelers ready to take part in the ultimate travel challenge. Let’s get to know them better!World Travel Hackers 2024 is upon us: 12 teams of two...
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Keystone/Ulrich Baumgarten/Süddeutsche Zeitung Photo The population of the Swiss Abroad is growing. At the end of 2023, 813,400 Swiss were living beyond the country's borders, 1.7% more than in the previous year....
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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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Article body copy In July 2023, tourists scrambled for safety as wildfires raged across Greece. In some instances, rescuers plucked trapped visitors off beaches by boat. On the island of Rhodes alone,...
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Work from home, for some people, has become work from anywhere. Digital nomads, who travel the world working in different locations, have always been with us, but the lifestyle is becoming more...
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