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When my friend Emilie and I visited Vietnam for three weeks in 2016, everyone told us that Hanoi was busy and dirty. Hanoi was one of the last cities we were going...
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The first time I visited Bali was in 2008, and that’s when the love affair with Indonesia began. Since then, I’ve visited 8 or so more times, spending a cumulative 4 months...
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Last updated January 7, 2017 Dateline: Brasov, Romania In King, the newest single by British electronica trio Years and Years‘, vocalist Olly Alexander sings about the shackles of a bad relationship and how...
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When it comes to travel insurance, choosing the right provider can make all the difference in how painful your journey becomes if something goes wrong. For eight years, I relied on World...
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Rory and Casey Jones built a villa in Bali for 2.287 billion Indonesian rupiah, or about $143,000.They wanted to invest in a tangible asset that would earn income and double as a...
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Rick OrfordMay 29, 2024 at 6:00 PMDepositPhotosWant to Retire Abroad? Here's A List of Top 9 CountriesAre you an American thinking of retiring abroad? If so, you'll want to consider this list...
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You’re not alone if you are looking for a spectacular place to visit in July. Around the world, it is a popular month for visiting a new country, because you’ll have some...
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Are you planning a longer stay in the Land of Smiles? Great news! Thailand has just announced an extension to tourist visas for travellers from 93 countries! This visa extension applies to...
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In a bid to revive its stuttering economy, Thailand's government announced on Tuesday the approval of longer visa stay periods for tourists, postgraduate students, remote workers, and retirees. These new measures aim...
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Thailand targets tourism boost with longer stays for visitors, students, ‘digital nomads’Thailand’s government said on Tuesday it had approved longer visa stay periods for tourists, postgraduate students and remote workers, and better...
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Being a digital nomad in Thailand feels like you’ve won the lottery or you’re royalty – seriously! I spent two glorious years in the Land of Smiles while working online, and those...
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When you hear Bangkok, you might think of traffic jams, pollution, and seedy malls. But like anywhere else, if you know it intimately, it becomes a totally different place. To know Bangkok...
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Twelve years ago, I made the difficult decision to travel alone for the first time. I was so scared to do it, but looking back, taking that leap of faith changed my...
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As I’ve written several times recently, the world of golden visas has been changing over the last 18 months or so. European countries are scaling back their programs, citing concerns about spiraling...
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Explore on a captivating journey through Bangkok’s vibrant tapestry of culture, history, and adventure with our curated list of the city’s top attractions.From the majestic Grand Palace and iconic Wat Arun to...
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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Spring awakens the world with vibrant colors and renewed energy, making it the perfect season to embark on a memorable journey. As winter's chill fades and the summer crowds have...
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In this post I wanted to talk about a topic that’s near and dear to my heart — airports with consistently great airfare pricing, especially in premium cabins.Obviously I prefer to redeem...
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Published: Mon 13 May 2024, 6:00 AM Last updated: Mon 13 May 2024, 10:20 PM Travel agencies in the UAE and abroad are all set to roll out packages for tourists visiting...
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You should know, I pride myself on being an excellent packer. I was doing the carry-on only thing way before it was cool (aka before the airlines started charging for checked baggage)....
