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10 Reasons to Take a Gap Year (Plus 7 Great Gap Year Destinations)
A gap year is an excellent way to prevent academic burnout while building skills and figuring out the next stage of your life. Let's look at some advantages of taking a gap year!
The Longest Tourist Visas for US Citizens: Enjoy Visa-Free Stays Around the World!
While not technically a move abroad, the countries offering the longest tourist visas for US citizens give you the chance to live there for a decent amount of time.
How Much Can Geoarbitrage Help Your Finances? Read These 6 Powerful ExamplesÂ
Use geoarbitrage to move to a place with a lower cost of living, all the while maintaining or increasing your income—read examples here of how to do it worldwide!
Digital Nomad Tax Guide: Navigating Income & Travel
Death and taxes. These two things remain certain, even if you're living the expat lifestyle. So how do you pay taxes as a digital nomad?
22 Movies Inspiring Travel: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Sideways & More
Travel beyond borders with this list of 22 must-see films that will inspire you to find your own adventure.
How a Village in Spain Became Covered in Blue Paint Thanks to The Smurfs
Welcome to Júzcar, a tiny Andalusian village that traded its white-painted buildings for blue ones in what became a wildly successful marketing stunt.
Where to Travel If You Want to Disappear and Reinvent Yourself
We all hit that point where we need to vanish for a while and come back as someone new…or at least refreshed. Here are a few places where you can reinvent yourself in your own style.
The Bulgarian Buzludzha Monument: A Soviet-Era UFO That’s a Magnet for Urban Explorers
Buzludzha is a massive communist-era monument that's one of Europe's most bizarre abandoned buildings and a magnet for adventurous travelers.
Why Are the Netherlands’ Windmills Perfectly Positioned for Instagram?Â
Long before influencers discovered the picture-perfect views at Kinderdijk and Zaanse Schans, Dutch engineers created some of the world's most photographable landscapes.
What Are the Only Two Double-Landlocked Countries in the World?
There are 44 countries without direct access to the ocean - and two of them are double-landlocked, meaning they're completely surrounded by other landlocked countries!
A Female Surfer’s Guide to Forming Lasting Friendships Wherever You Go
It's difficult to make friends as an adult—and extra frustrating if you're a nomad or solo traveler. Here are some strategies for connecting!
The Best Solo Travel Destinations for Every Myers-Briggs Personality Type
Your Myers-Briggs personality type affects everything from how you order coffee to which shows you watch. Why should solo travel be any different? Find inspiration for your next vacation here!
Grocery Store Tourism: Explore Local Culture, Take Home Treats, and Save Money
Beyond the monuments, museums, beaches, and parks that garner most of the attention, grocery stores offer a unique cultural experience that tourist spots simply can’t provide. Â
Ancient Stargazing: 7 Incredible Sites Where Our Ancestors Tracked the Cosmos
Long before telescopes or NASA, ancient civilizations built innovative structures to track stars, plan calendars, and determine when to plant crops - and you can visit them today!
What Are Phantom Settlements? Paper Towns & Mountweazels in Maps Around the World
Phantom settlements, AKA paper towns or mountweazels, are copyright traps in the world of cartography—and they are absolutely fascinating if you've never heard of them.
The Ultimate Guide to Portugal Visas for Digital Nomads, Expats & Retirees
Portugal is a great destination for expats and nomads interested in a good quality of life and relatively low cost of living. Here are your visa options for staying and living there!
Exploring Transylvania’s Iconic Castles, Quaint Villages & Heritage Festivals
Enveloped in the Carpathian Mountains, you'll find Romania's alluring and mysterious region of Transylvania. Let's explore its iconic castles and much more!
Italy is Dangerous: a Cinque Terre Love Affair
I met my sweetheart in The Cinque Terre. I had no idea where the Cinque Terre was, and quickly learned it's the most gorgeous spot in Italy.
Ready to Hike Iceland’s Laugavegur Trail? Planning a 4-Day Adventure
Located in the southern Icelandic highlands, the Laugavegur Trail runs 34 miles from Landmannalaugar to Thórsmörk. Start planning your hike with this guide!
Where to See the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis): 8 Best Destinations
Discover the best spots to see the Southern Lights and experience the incredible beauty of Aurora Australis in Oceania, South America, and more.
20 Fun Facts About Andorra
From being governed by two princes to not having an official army, here are 20 fun facts about Andorra, a tiny principality in the beautiful Pyrenees!
Favorite Travel Spots: 46 Adventurers Weigh In!
The world has never been more accessible to those who want to see it. These 46 adventurers reveal their favorite destinations and advice!
8 Delightful English Locales for Your Bucket List
From London, to York, to Cambridge and beyond, here are eight delightful places (and pictures) around England to add to your must-see list!
15 Beautiful Sunsets from Famous Travel Spots Worldwide
Dreaming of a relaxing, romantic getaway? Wherever you go, make sure it has a great view—here are 15 gorgeous destinations for inspiration!
15 Most Stunning Beaches Around the World
Longing for a tropical getaway? Add these 15 beaches to your list! From Italy to the Seychelles, it's time to plan your perfect vacation.