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Last Updated: 9/4/23 | September 4th, 2023 Travel has become really expensive. Post-COVID, the entire world seems to be traveling again and prices just keep rising. I am astonished at how high they have gotten. But it’s a product of rising costs and out of control demand. Everyone just wants to travel. We’re all looking […]

Marrakesh, Morocco Marrakesh is a beautiful city in Morocco. The “Rose City” or “Red City” offers visitors an enchanting taste of old world charm and opulence. Here are some of the best things to do in Marrakesh. Many travelers who visit Morocco spend at least a few days in Marrakesh, before moving on to other […]

Rome, Italy The Colosseum one of the most popular sights in Rome, and one of the most recognizable landmarks in the entire world. Here are some useful tips for visiting the Colosseum! No matter if you’re a serious history buff or a Gladiator fan – you can’t miss a visit to the Colosseum on a […]

Best Things to Do in Annecy, France! Annecy, France While France is full of charming places, my favorite has to be the mountain town of Annecy. From lake cruising to farmer’s markets — here are the best things to do in Annecy, France! Annecy is a beautiful lake town in the Haute-Savoie region of France surrounded […]

Best Places to Stay in Cancun, Mexico Cancun, Mexico Heading to Cancun this year? Plan your trip with my tips on the best places to stay in Cancun, including neighborhoods suited to your budget and vacation goals! Mexico’s beautiful Yucatan Peninsula home to beautiful sandy beaches and Mayan Ruins. One of the most popular places […]

Tips for Driving in Costa Rica Costa Rica Driving Guide Ready for an epic road trip driving in Costa Rica? Renting a car is the best way to experience this beautiful country. But there are a few things you should know before you go. So you’ve been wanting to visit for years, and are finally […]

Last updated on August 7, 2023 With hundreds of miles of coastline to choose from, you could easily live near the beach in Costa Rica. Dreaming of living in a place with a low cost of living, warm weather, diverse natural beauty, and a stable political climate? Many expats wonder how to lower their cost […]

Last updated on September 7, 2023 Spain is one of those countries that many first visit during a study abroad program or on a train trip through Europe. Once you’ve spent even a few days here, it’s easy to wonder if living is Spain is as alluring as it is to travel here. Should you […]

Last updated on March 4, 2023 Around the time that I was struggling to hold down my breakfast, hiking at a clipped pace across the wild Kyrgyz countryside and up a mountain, I realized a few things needed to change. Having just finished hiking 500 miles of Spain’s Camino de Santiago a few weeks earlier, […]

Last updated on August 25, 2023 Cold air gnawed through my layers, persistent and unrelenting. As an avowed lover of all things tropical—smoothie flavors, color palettes, and, yes, temperatures—I had dreaded exploring St. Petersburg, Russia in November, a month marked by gray skies, drizzling rain, and pervasive chill. Sweeping views of the city from Saint […]