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Miss Universe Competition Weighs in on US Current Events
On January 29, 85 hopeful women competed in the Philippine capital, Manila, for the 65th Miss Universe pageant, hosted by Steve Harvey. Viewers watch as the top thirteen competitors are…
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The 10 Best Mountains to Climb in England
The 10 Best Mountains to Climb in England.
If you want to see the best of England, walking is the way to do it. Depending on your energy level, climbing an English mountain is one…
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How to do Barcelona Right
If you love the ocean, amazing cuisine, and a strong cultural presence, then look no further than Barcelona! Though Barcelona is located in Spain, it is in a region called Catalonia,…
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Americans Living Abroad and the New Trump Administration
A new presidential administration just took office. This will certainly mean a lot of changes. Many are wondering how this new administration will affect their day to day lives. One…
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Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand
Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand
There's no doubt that Thailand is rapidly becoming more desirable, accessible, and affordable. However, this increasing convenience comes…
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Return to Reality: Adjusting to Life After Going Abroad
“Hey, how are you? How was your time abroad!?” And just like that, we were back, answering this recurring question with an enthusiastic smile, followed by a phrase that goes something…
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What Millennials Need to Know About Overseas Retirement
Retiring overseas is a dream shared across generations. The thought of aging peacefully beneath the shade of an island palm, far away from any worries or concerns back home is an…
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Brick by Brick: 5 Things I Wish I’d Known When Building My Home Overseas
Building a new home is a task filled with hopes and dreams that requires the homeowner to be engaged, available, and proactive. This seems extremely difficult when you’re building a…
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Building and Dealing with Contractors – Part 2
Building a home overseas is an adventure. It can be a wonderful experience if we plan ahead, stay focused, and admit that we don’t know what we don’t know. Part one of this…
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All I Need is Ecuador
All I Need is Ecuador
Prior to visiting Ecuador during the recent Christmas break, I noticed that the Ecuador Ministry of Tourism’s slogan makes a bold statement to the world in caps:…
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Interview: International Education Internship in New Zealand
Interview: International Education Internship in New Zealand
Jana is an amazing woman who was working with university students in Wellington as an internship she designed for graduate…
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How One Simple Restaurant Made a Foreign City Feel Like Home
After two long-haul flights and perhaps a few too many complimentary glasses of airplane wine, seven jet-lagged friends touched down to a warm August day in Florence, Italy. The oval…
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Cultural Customs and Must-Try Traditions of Marrakesh
Cultural Customs and Must-Try Traditions of Marrakesh
Offering an intoxicating mix of African charm and Islamic traditions, it’s no wonder Marrakesh is one of the most favored…
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Soon Being an Expat Will Be Common
Soon Being an Expat Will Be Common.
About ten years ago I got serious about becoming an expat. My first move was to Belize because, among other things, it’s the only officially English…
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Top 7 Travel Destinations for 2020
The easy part is over: you made a New Year's resolution to escape for a while in 2020. Now comes the tough part: deciding where in the world you should go. The possibilities are…
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Interview: Teaching English in Japan
I met Ashley in Queenstown on my way to Fiordland National Park. We were both staying one night before continuing our travels. Ashley was the perfect person to meet on a short stay,…
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Berlin: Dirty Beast of Europe
Berlin stands out as a leader of Europe. At first glance, the city may seem gray and dirty and rugged. Walk around Alexanderplatz and you find yourself in a Soviet-era concrete jungle…
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Getting Married in China? Don’t Get Sucked into the Property Bubble
It’s an age-old story of expat life in China. The young foreigner arrives on China’s shores, looking to make a life for himself. After securing a job, learning Chinese, and settling…
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Life In A Dominican Beach Town: An American In The Dominican Republic
Life In A Dominican Beach Town: An American In The Dominican Republic
At 6 in the morning, I take my steaming cup of strong Dominican café con leche out to the porch and survey the…
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The Underground Railroad of the 21st Century
The new global political situation warrants a moment of reflection. How is this all going to play out in the end? Historically, this type of populism and isolationist rhetoric can be…
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