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Costa Rica welcomes almost two million tourists alone, according to its Embassy’s statistics, the majority of whom come from the US and Canada Indeed, the Central American region provides constant work for...
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The fantasy of trekking around the world to find yourself never fails to inspire. But the reality is typically less glamorous. You’re probably more likely to experience a food-borne illness or catch...
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This document provides updated recommendations for international traffic in relation to the COVID-19 outbreak, in light of the rapidly evolving situation. It supersedes the advice published on 27 January 2020.On 30 January 2020,...
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Sri Lanka is a diverse island home to many different ethnicities, religions and cultures. I was born and raised in different regions of this island nation, but I’ve spent enough time away...
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David Vanderhoef was concerned about his guidebook to Kenya. A 39-year-old former bar manager from Connecticut, Vanderhoef had been on a grand world tour for several years with his partner when he...
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It’s 2020, which means you can clearly see what’s ahead. This is the year to live the dream: Quit your day job and move to a foreign country where it costs so...
Spending your golden years abroad could save you big bucks while you retire to beautiful locales.As health care costs soar and the cost of living keeps rising, many Americans are looking to...
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Asia (Vax-Before-Travel News)The US Department of State’s Travel Advisory for the Republic of Indonesia now includes a Level 3: Reconsider Travel notice of the Central Sulawesi and Papua areas.Updated on December 28,...
This was published 4 years agoBy Penny Watson Updated November 25, 2019 — 10.06amfirst published at 12.15amNormal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text sizeTiger nest monastery, Bhutan.Credit: iStockMy first real moment of...
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Written by Michael Bjorn HusebyArmenia, part of Colombia’s Coffee Triangle, is one of the country’s lesser-known destinations. Unlike larger cities like Cartagena, which have been changed by heavy tourism, Armenia remains a...
Getty ImagesIf you've been racking your brain about where to retire on a budget, it might be time to think outside the U.S.A report by International Living, which publishes information about living...
Cynthia and Edd Staton are thoroughly enjoying retirement in their 3,000 square-foot penthouse apartment. They have a housekeeper, eat out frequently, never fret about health care costs, and indulge in yoga classes...
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On Sept 6, 2019, the IRS announced commencement of a new program, Relief Procedures for Certain Former Citizens. For many U.S. citizens living outside of the U.S. who either gave up their...
Things at home look unsteady today.You’re not alone if you’ve thought, “I think I’m ready to leave the U.S.”Attacks on our institutions... a supreme court that seems utterly out of step with...
As the rise of the side hustle transforms UK workplace culture, many are ditching the traditional 9-5 in favour of seeing the world while making money. If you're inspired by the idea...
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A volcano has erupted near one of Indonesia’s biggest cities sending ash hundreds of metres into the air.Emergency officials are warning people to stay away from the area around the Tangkuban Perahu...
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When Karen Schirack, 67, slipped on her way into her house in January and broke her left femur in multiple places, she had a decision to make. Should she get surgery to...
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When Karen Schirack, 67, slipped on her way into her house in January and broke her left femur in multiple places, she had a decision to make. Should she get surgery to...
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Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailJakarta has been rocked by violent demonstrations and political unrest following the announcement of the...
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The last we heard, real estate entrepreneur and writer and filmmaker Heidi Hough was living in a community of foreigners and natives in Chiang...
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