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In the South Pacific, a New Chapter Begins…in Tahiti
Bora Bora?
That’s where the “ship” is. 640 air miles from the east coast, 1,995 from the west (that makes a 22-hour flight for you curious folks who like complete equations). I felt…
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Why I Declined My Offer to the Peace Corps
“When you grow up, what do you want to be?” This is a question we get asked starting from when we are toddlers, and one that we begin to ask ourselves as we get older. For the lucky…
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A Wonderful Escape: Traveling is Your Greatest Stress Reliever
The whole idea of traveling provides a chill of excitement, a burst of happiness, and a thrill of energy.
Traveling abroad is an excellent way to get yourself some “me time,” and is a…
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How to Make the Transition to a New Country Perfect for Your Children
Moving to a new country or a region in another part of the world, where nothing resembles what you left back in your native place, is always a challenge - as a lot of people who have…
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Is Teaching in Thailand Right For You?
There is something alluring about moving to a foreign land and immersing yourself into an entirely different society. As an American who has taught as a foreign teacher in Thailand,…
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What to Do if You Have an Injury or Illness Abroad
What to Do if You Have an Injury or Illness Abroad
No one wants to think about the possibility of illness or injury while travelling abroad, but it’s a good idea to be prepared for…
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Popayan
Popayan
Known as La Ciudad Blanca or the White City, Popayan (Popayán) is located in southwest Colombia between the Western and Central Mountain Ranges. It is the capital of the…
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5 Positive Side Effects of Moving Abroad
I’m generally a very positive person, but some time ago I sensed I was becoming less so. I noticed I was not consciously as grateful as usual. In fact, I even looked at others with some…
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Pros and Cons: Working Abroad
Pros and Cons: Working Abroad
Are you considering working abroad? If so, you’re in good company. All over the world, people are making the decision to move to another country in terms…
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Feria de los Flores
Considering what to do and where to go for your summer vacation? Why not take time to smell the roses and visit one of the most incredibly beautiful and welcoming cities to be found…
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Change Your Life – Become a Lone Traveler
Holidays are always viewed as a time for family and friends, but traveling alone can be especially liberating.
You may be hesitant at first, but don’t let your apprehensions stop…
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Blackbeard, Rum Tastings, and Sea Turtles: A Week in St. Thomas
February in Massachusetts is known for two things: snow and freezing wind. That’s why hopping on a plane to St. Thomas, located in the U.S. Virgin Islands, was the perfect escape. A…
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Visit to Dachau Concentration Camp
The pale Munich sky bleeds droplets of rain down onto my worn black boots. With each nauseous step towards the entrance I feel the rubber of my soles colliding with the damp gravel.…
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What You Need to Know About the French Presidential Election
April 23 marks the beginning of the 2017 French election. Voters will choose between dozens of candidates to succeed current leader, President Francois Hollande. After the election of…
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Colombia Culture Shock
Although Colombia has been a melting pot of cultures, predominately Africans, Indigenous and Europeans, the majority of the people have a European/North American appearance. Unless you…
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Ballet Folklorico de Antioquia
The Folkloric Ballet of Antioquia, el Ballet Folklorico de Antioquia - was founded in Medellin (1991) by Albeiro Roland Penagos. Since then it has grown to be one of the foremost…
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Santa Fe de Antioquia
Many people come to Colombia in search of the Colonial architecture of Spain. Approximately 80 kms. to the north of Medellin, you will find the charming but bustling city of Santa Fe…
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10 Important Things Expats Need to Know About Healthcare in Australia
10 Important Things Expats Need to Know About Healthcare in Australia
Australia is becoming a popular option for expats who want to live and work overseas. In fact, according to the…
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Off the Grid in Burma, 2010 – Part 4
Bus to Inle Lake
The bus left at 6 A.M. sharp, right on schedule. It seated about 40 people and there were only 20 of us on board. Twenty minutes later, we made another stop…
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10 Things Expats Should Know About Healthcare in Vietnam
10 Things Expats Should Know About Healthcare in Vietnam
Vietnam has one of the fastest growing economies in the world, with an estimated GDP growth rate of 6.7% in 2015. So it’s no…
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