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We've reviewed travel advisories and the very latest information on living costs, visa requirements and other factors to find the best places for an affordable, safe retirement abroad. Follow along as we...
Six years ago, I learned that people were earning a decent living teaching English online. I started looking into it when the daughter of an old friend introduced me to the business...
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While jet setters flying into the glamorous beaches of the French Riviera inevitably leave a deep carbon footprint, I decide to try a surprising slow alternative on a much lower carbon journey...
Humphrey Muleba/Unsplash We’re all used to remote work now. But who says we have to work from the same old place we’ve always lived? Why not take the plunge and move to...
A capsule wardrobe for travel is a chosen assortment of apparel and accessories that can be paired to create numerous ensembles while travelling. The minimalist packing method enables you to assemble a...
With roomettes, bedrooms, bedroom suites, family bedrooms, and one accessible bedroom spread across two levels of its sleeper cars, the California Zephyr has a wealth of sleeping options to cater all needs....
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By Warren George July 23, 2024 Wondering what a Tivoli day trip is all about? Man-made and natural beauty abound in Tivoli - the perfect day trip from Rome! The town of...
If you’re like me, taking a walk opens your mind to exploring new possibilities that often can’t penetrate when you’re preoccupied with getting life done.It was the summer of 2017. My husband...
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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If you’re looking for ways to stretch your vacation time and your budget this summer, the “slow travel” trend might be just the change of pace you need. Slowing down your travel...
It was happy hour at the whitewashed hotel on the remote volcanic island of Salina, perched in the Tyrrhenian Sea, a short hydrofoil ride from northern Sicily. Around the pool, honeymooning couples,...
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Ever dreamed of studying abroad? If the chance to broaden your horizons, expand your mind, and make incredible memories sounds appealing, look no further than EF Languages, which just got a brand-new...
Sustainable travel should be the only way we travel. From excessive air travel that causes harmful CO2 emissions to package holiday resorts that are built on natural areas, international travel and tourism...
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Byway's bookings have grown by 450 per cent in the last year, as more and more people discover the joys of flight-free holidays. ADVERTISEMENTA pioneering flight-free travel company has saved more than...
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Jake Nomada is one of our favorite writers and social media influencers in Latin America. Here, he writes about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and why it’s one of the best things that travelers...
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In places such as Japan and Western Europe, trains can be the most efficient way to travel. There are no airport arrivals hours before departure, fewer tedious security procedures and minimized chances...
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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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