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Why Studying Abroad is Important
Two weeks before turning twenty-one, I was sitting on a plane flying high over the Atlantic Ocean. I was headed to England for a semester abroad. Before this moment, I had never set…
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Top Five Scuba Spots in San Pedro, Belize
Top Five Scuba Spots in San Pedro, Belize
With sparkling turquoise waters, colorful coral reefs, and an abundance of underwater activity, Belize is home to some of the world’s most…
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Sleeping in the Jungles of Borneo
Intimidation is a good way to describe what I was feeling when I agreed to join my friend on a 3-day jungle experience in Borneo. I knew we would be with trusted tour guides, but I…
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Age-Friendly Environments For The Elderly
It is commonly said that charity begins at home. Similarly, it is an established fact that your healthcare needs are primarily dependent on the home environment that you foster with…
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Extraordinary Family Travel Adventures: The Bike Ride
Extraordinary Family Travel Adventures: The Bike Ride
If you’re a real biking enthusiast, you probably know that there’s nothing like going on a bike ride with your family. First of…
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How to Make it Easier for Australians to Work from Home
How to Make it Easier for Australians to Work from Home
Work remotely and embrace your freedom - that’s how technology is changing work cultures around the world. With telework and…
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5 Ways to Keep Your Money and Mind
Saving money when flying has become something of a creed for frequent travelers. For anyone not flying on a weekly basis, however, sometimes we just want to save ourselves a headache…
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The Best Restaurant in Prague
The Czech Republic is well known for its popular beer and its people’s outrageous ability to consume mass quantities of the delicious alcoholic beverage. Unfortunately, this often…
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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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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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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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