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10 Cruise Secrets That Will Make Your Trip So Much Better
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10 Cruise Secrets That Will Make Your Trip So Much Better
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Beyond the Photo Op: How to Experience Culture Without Turning It Into a Performance
cultural immersion, travel tips
Beyond the Photo Op: How to Experience Culture Without Turning It Into a Performance
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Working Abroad or On the Move: What Can Go Wrong?
digital nomads, cybersecurity, vpn, tech, travel tips
Working Abroad or On the Move: What Can Go Wrong?
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digital nomads, cybersecurity, vpn, tech, travel tips
What Seasoned Travelers Check Before Booking
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What Seasoned Travelers Check Before Booking
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The Paperwork Nobody Posts About: How to Keep Visa and Entry Forms From Derailing a Trip
travel tips, passports, planning
The Paperwork Nobody Posts About: How to Keep Visa and Entry Forms From Derailing a Trip
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travel tips, passports, planning
From Airports to Hotels: The Complete Guide to Using VPNs for Safer Travel
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From Airports to Hotels: The Complete Guide to Using VPNs for Safer Travel
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The One Routine Digital Nomads Can’t Afford to Ignore
digital nomads, finances
The One Routine Digital Nomads Can’t Afford to Ignore
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digital nomads, finances
From Suitcases to Shipping Containers: The Real Logistics of Living Abroad
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From Suitcases to Shipping Containers: The Real Logistics of Living Abroad
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living abroad
Why Some Places Feel Expensive Even When They’re Not
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Why Some Places Feel Expensive Even When They’re Not
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The Visa Mistakes That Ruin International Trips — And How to Avoid Them
travel tips, visas, passports
The Visa Mistakes That Ruin International Trips — And How to Avoid Them
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How to Handle Travel Emergencies Like a Pro
safety, travel tips, healthcare, insurance
How to Handle Travel Emergencies Like a Pro
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Solo Female Travel at 18: Safety Tips for Your First Independent Hotel Stay
solo travelers, safety, travel tips, lodging
Solo Female Travel at 18: Safety Tips for Your First Independent Hotel Stay
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Digital Nomad Taxes: What You Need to Know
taxes, finances, digital nomads, living abroad
Digital Nomad Taxes: What You Need to Know
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taxes, finances, digital nomads, living abroad
Why Some Cities Are Best Experienced on Foot
slow travel, travel tips, transportation
Why Some Cities Are Best Experienced on Foot
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slow travel, travel tips, transportation
From Tourist Traps to True Stories: Why Your Next Trip Should Be About Living, Not Just Looking
travel tips, cultural immersion, slow travel
From Tourist Traps to True Stories: Why Your Next Trip Should Be About Living, Not Just Looking
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Essential Tips for Planning Your First Road Trip
road trips, travel tips, packing, finances, car rentals
Essential Tips for Planning Your First Road Trip
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3 Books That Reveal the Emotional Reality of Living Abroad
books, living abroad, digital nomads
3 Books That Reveal the Emotional Reality of Living Abroad
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books, living abroad, digital nomads
Confident Card Management for Travelers Navigating International Expenses
money, finances, travel tips, shopping
Confident Card Management for Travelers Navigating International Expenses
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money, finances, travel tips, shopping
The Ultimate Winter Packing List for Travelers Who Hate Being Cold
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The Ultimate Winter Packing List for Travelers Who Hate Being Cold
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packing, winter, travel tips
Microadventures for Well-Being: Simple Ways to Reset Your Mind Close to Home
wellness, travel benefits, travel tips
Microadventures for Well-Being: Simple Ways to Reset Your Mind Close to Home
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wellness, travel benefits, travel tips
7 Must-Have Items Every First-Class Flight Traveler Should Pack
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7 Must-Have Items Every First-Class Flight Traveler Should Pack
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Understanding Your Rights When Your Flight Is Delayed During Travel to or From the EU
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Understanding Your Rights When Your Flight Is Delayed During Travel to or From the EU
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Best Secrets to Find Common Ground Anywhere
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Best Secrets to Find Common Ground Anywhere
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Building Financial Independence While Living a Nomadic Lifestyle
finances, insurance, travel tips, digital nomads
Building Financial Independence While Living a Nomadic Lifestyle
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How Traveling Opens the Mind and Nurtures Empathy and Innovation
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How Traveling Opens the Mind and Nurtures Empathy and Innovation
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Timeshares vs. Flexible Travel: Why Modern Nomads Choose Freedom and Adventure
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Timeshares vs. Flexible Travel: Why Modern Nomads Choose Freedom and Adventure
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timeshares, travel tips, lodging
Aging Abroad: What Happens When Wanderlust Meets Healthcare Reality?
living abroad, healthcare, wellness
Aging Abroad: What Happens When Wanderlust Meets Healthcare Reality?
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living abroad, healthcare, wellness
Choosing the Perfect Proposal Destination: 3 Top Tips
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Choosing the Perfect Proposal Destination: 3 Top Tips
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weddings, travel tips, romance
Lost Your Wallet Abroad? Here’s How to Not Freak Out
travel tips, money
Lost Your Wallet Abroad? Here’s How to Not Freak Out
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travel tips, money
How to Survive (and Actually Enjoy) Off-Grid Travel
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How to Survive (and Actually Enjoy) Off-Grid Travel
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Magic Mushrooms. The unconventional and modern marvel of Metropol Parasol, known as Las Setas (The Mushrooms) by locals, took root in Seville’s Plaza de la Encarnación in 2011. Designed by German architect Jürgen Mayer, the structur
Last summer Wally and I had the pleasure of visiting the garden of chef and philanthropist @rick_bayless. Bayless opened Frontera Grill in 1987 forever changing the face of Mexican food in Chicago. The production garden supplies his three downtown re
No Straight Jacket Required. When Wally and I revisited my former stomping grounds in Buffalo, we couldn’t resist the chance to tour the empty patient wards of the Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane. I had only been able to admire them from a
The Library is Open! It’s fun to be a tourist in your own city. I can’t believe it took us this long to visit the incredible Newberry Library. Its collections span an Aston six centuries, making it a treasure trove of knowledge. And that
The Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán is a masterclass in Mexican Baroque. A literal visual feast for the eyes, the church’s highly decorated interior includes use of more than 60,000 sheets of gold leaf. Its façade is decorated w
I was initially reluctant about visiting Hierve el Agua, the calcified waterfalls and spring-fed mineral water pools outside of the city of Oaxaca de Juárez. The popular geologic wonder is located in the town of San Isidro Roaguía, in t
San Miguel de Allende is a town with art in its DNA. There are galleries galore and shops full of colorful folk art. But we knew that one of the places we had to add to our itinerary was the Fábrica La Aurora. It just sounded so interesting: I
If you’re planning a trip to San Miguel de Allende and are looking for something fun and unusual to do, be sure to set some time aside for a visit to the Chapel of Jimmy Ray. The mosaic wonderland filled with art and assemblages by the late art
I’ll admit it, I’m a fan of @andresgandresg. When the time came for us to find the perfect place to stay in San Miguel de Allende, and I saw that @casahoyos was another one of his projects, the decision for me was easy. The boutique hote
The colorful #fantastical #woodcarving creatures known as #alebrijes were inspired by an artist’s fever dream. Learn more about our favorite #mexican #folkart #artepopular #handicraft. Link in bio. #travel #travelblogger #mexico🇲🇽 #oaxaca #
Sweat to Reset. The herb-infused indigenous steam ritual #temazcal opens your mind as well as your pores. Plus, you won’t believe how they cleanse you of negative energy. Learn more about this Mesoamerican tradition and why we highly recommend
There’s No Place Like Home. Located on a quiet stretch of Calle Miguel Hidalgo in the Centro of Oaxaca City, @casaantonieta was more than just a hotel for Wally and I. It was our home away from home. Plus it included the hip @muss_cafe with gre
Folk Yes! Linda Hanna’s home contains an incredible collection of handmade #folkart pieces from the surrounding villages around #Oaxaca. If you have a passion for folk art as Wally and I do, Oaxaca should be on your Mexico itinerary. And there&
@palaciooficial is more than just a pretty building. Head inside for strange #murals by famous #artists, including #diegorivera and #orozco. They’re also infamous, whether it’s because they’re #communist propaganda or feature a hide
Walking around #PuertoVallarta is a bit like being in an outdoor art gallery. #Murals #streetart and #graffiti can be found all over. #Mexico has a long history of this public art form. Click our link for more photos — and learn how some of the
Viva La Revolución. Masala y Maíz checked every box for us: a delicious blend of Mexican, African and Indian cuisine, great service, a pleasing atmosphere and a business philosophy we can get behind. Learn why this restaurant stands out
Shop ‘Til You Drop. If you’re looking to purchase folk art, handicrafts and arte popular from all over Mexico such as brightly painted alebrije wood carvings from Oaxaca and hand-embroidered Otomi textiles, head to the @mercadodeartesania