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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....
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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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Ernest Moret, a foreign rights manager for the French publishing house La Fabrique, boarded a train in Paris bound for London in early April. He was on his way to attend the...
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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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Panama stands out among the world’s expat destinations because it offers solid infrastructure and First World amenities close to North America.And when it comes to value and variety, Panama can’t be beaten....
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Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus or bike – with tips on how to reach your no-fly destination, and what to see...
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I snagged this backpack after hearing my colleague Chelsea Stuart sing its praises. I had a trusty (now discontinued) InCase backpack I used as a personal item and served me well on...
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The last train to Patagonia leaves at 6 p.m. on Fridays from Viedma, a small city on Argentina’s Atlantic coast. Eighteen hours and 513 miles later—having crossed the country from east to...
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With every passing year, I’ve come to wonder if this type of Wonder of the World-driven travel still makes sense for me. And what, importantly, I've missed out on as a result....
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There’s no denying that travel is back in 2023, thanks to a pent-up demand for all those vacations that were put on hold during the pandemic. But what are the best international...
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We’ve had a lot of time to contemplate our travel health and safety these past couple of months as Dave recuperates from fracturing two vertebrae on an Amazon Cruise in Peru. We’ve...
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Many of us could do with slowing down a little – or being more considerate and intentional with our choices. An ever-growing ‘slow movement’ can be applied to different parts of our...
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Sometimes a simple beach break or a staycation just won’t cut it. Wanderlust takes over and we long to immerse ourselves in the fantastically unfamiliar. This is where modern tour holiday operators...
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Europe is experiencing a train renaissance. In line with the drive by many EU countries such as France to ban air travel of less than 2.5 hours where train options exist, the...
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Where are the best cities to live and work as a digital nomad? Here’s our top 10, considering quality of life, location, price and paperwork, so you can choose the perfect place...
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Wondering where to live in Vietnam? In this guide, we’ll talk about the best places to live in Vietnam. From its stunning natural landscapes to friendly, welcoming locals, Vietnam is a popular...
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