Hiking Key Summit, New Zealand
Key Summit is a short day-hike in Fiordland National Park. The hike is a small part of the Routburn Track, which is one of the great walks in New Zealand. Key Summit is just one of the…
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Is a Gold War Coming?
Some call it “financial martial law,” which is just another way of saying that those with economic power will come to outright dominate those with none. Who will those with power be? In…
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Escape the Fourth World, Pt. I
Most of us are familiar with the old distinctions of nation-states as either first, second, or third world countries. This terminology came about after WWII as a system to label nations…
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Choose Spain – But Which City?
Choose Spain – But Which City?
It's a tough choice. You want to go to Spain, but which Spanish city should you choose? Why? How? Inland or on the coast? Expat community or not? To…
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Jimjilbangs, Gyeongdong, and Panmunjom – Oh my!
South Korea is a hidden gem. Not only does it boast an interesting history, but it is modern, provides efficient public transit, and is easy for English speakers. I spent over a week…
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How to Plan for Health Issues when Traveling Abroad
How to Plan for Health Issues when Traveling Abroad
Last year, my parents announced they were taking a trip to Europe. My sister and I were extremely shocked, for a couple of reasons.…
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10 Things to Know Before Investing in South Africa
10 Things to Know Before Investing in South Africa
Whether you’re looking to relocate to South Africa or you’re just considering doing business in the country, there are a few things…
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IRS Taxpayer Service: A Reason to Gripe
Taxpayers this past tax-filing season came in with low expectations and the IRS exceeded those expectations with horrific service. When pondering the saying “Death and Taxes,” filers…
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Your Bank is Watching
Banks are Tracking You via GPS for Your Protection
Your bank is making an effort to reduce credit card fraud by tracking you. Customer cell phone locations are being monitored by…
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How to Run a Business Tax Free from Panama
Panama is a beautiful country that offers many personal and business benefits. More than a safe and peaceful place to live and raise your family, Panama provides special tax benefits…
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Why Americans Renounce Their Citizenship
Americans renounce their citizenship for many reasons, some political, some practical, and some for reasons purely motivated by financial concerns. This article will consider why we…
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Threat of “Virtual Kidnapping” Explodes
The media floods us with news stories about kidnappings from around the world — most with tragic endings.
But few people take the threat seriously. You and your loved ones probably…
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Falling Victim to Crime and How to Avoid It
(Here is another in a special series of articles by Jeff Cantor, kidnap & ransom response specialist and expert on international security and personal security)
Being aware of…
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Why Bangkok is The Best Place to Live in Thailand for Expats
Why Bangkok is The Best Place to Live in Thailand for Expats
Have you always wanted to retire or relocate to an exotic country? If you're one of the millions of Americans who dream of…
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Importing Personal Property to Costa Rica
Once you have made the decision to move to Costa Rica, you need to determine whether it will be best to bring your car, furniture, or large personal goods abroad with you or leave some…
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My Favorite 5 things to do in Prague
5. Prague Castle
View from Petrin Hill
The complex of buildings that make up Prague Castle sits on a hill overlooking the city. The castle’s historical richness can be seen through…
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How Much Time Do I Have?
(Here is another article in a special series by Jeff Cantor, an expert on international/personal security and close-quarters combat.)
In the security business, I have faced a…
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The Wedding: The Final Chapter of the Travels and Trials of a White Girl in India
The first morning in Dehradun, Rael lead us in yoga on the balcony of our hotel suite. Despite having lived in New York for over seven years, I had never once attended a yoga class. I…
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Obtaining a Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand
If you are a U.S. citizen, obtaining a temporary work visa for New Zealand is quick and simple. Even though I had studied abroad in England in 2013, living full-time in a different…
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The Ups and Downs of Getting Lost in Florence
It’s been exactly one week since the tiny Lufthansa jet touched down in Florence, Italy, and it already feels as though these confusing cobblestone streets have housed me for years.…
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