Nick Callos Archives

Nick Callos has always had a passion for reading, writing, and discovering the new and unknown. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Nick holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Boston College. He currently splits his time between his hometown, Chengdu, China, and the open road. A full-time travel writer, Nick hopes his work can inspire others to explore the world more deeply and enjoy the digital nomad lifestyle.

10 Travel Essentials to Buy Before Tariffs Fully Kick In

Tariff whiplash dominated headlines in the first half of 2025. It’s hard to keep up, but as a traveler who needs travel essentials to vacation safely and conveniently, it pays to pay attention.

Frayed Passport2025-06-19T09:37:11-04:00Categories: Blog Posts|

The 10 Best Wellness Travel Destinations

Do you want travel to stimulate the senses, expand your horizons, restore your mind and body, and enhance your overall well-being? Try one of these 10 amazing wellness destinations!

Frayed Passport2025-06-19T09:37:16-04:00Categories: Blog Posts|Tags: Costa Rica, France, Indonesia, Thailand, United States|

10 Affordable Summer Trips & Ideas: Save Money & Have Fun

Are you looking for affordable summer trips and ideas? Considering the price tag, it’s understandable! Check out these destinations and trips perfect for a summer adventure that won't break the bank.

Frayed Passport2025-05-20T15:42:47-04:00Categories: Blog Posts, Budget & Personal Finance, Couples, Family, and Group Travel, North America, South America, Student Travel|Tags: Canada, Peru, United States|

Moving Overseas Checklist: Things to Do Before Moving Abroad

Whether you’re moving internationally for a job, study, or an adventure, having a moving overseas checklist to reference can make the process easier. Let this serve as your guide!

Frayed Passport2025-05-09T16:00:57-04:00Categories: Blog Posts, Digital Nomad & Long-Term Travel, Living Abroad, Retire Early & Semi-Retire|

10 Alternative Spring Break Destinations & Ideas That Are Affordable

Spring break costs have reached record levels, but that shouldn't deter you from taking an amazing trip. Check out these affordable destinations and activities for spring break on a budget!

Frayed Passport2025-04-01T12:50:03-04:00Categories: Blog Posts, Budget & Personal Finance, Caribbean, Couples, Family, and Group Travel, North America, Student Travel|Tags: Mexico, United States|

Wondering about the Skilled Worker Visa? Consider Canada, Australia, United Kingdom or Singapore

Learn about pathways to permanent residency and citizenship through skilled worker visas. These attract talent from around the world and are usually subject to less policy volatility as other visa schemes.

Frayed Passport2025-02-27T15:41:39-05:00Categories: Australia and the Pacific, Blog Posts, Digital Nomad & Long-Term Travel, Jobs & Careers, Living Abroad, North America|Tags: Australia, Canada|

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?

Frayed Passport2025-02-18T10:56:05-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Budget & Personal Finance, Digital Nomad & Long-Term Travel, Jobs & Careers, Living Abroad, Retire Early & Semi-Retire|

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.

Frayed Passport2025-02-24T20:17:36-05:00Categories: Australia and the Pacific, Blog Posts, Caribbean, Central America, Digital Nomad & Long-Term Travel, Europe, North America|Tags: Albania, Armenia, Barbados, Canada, Costa Rica, Georgia, Marshall Islands, Mexico, Micronesia, Palau, Panama, United Kingdom|

Are Airplanes Safe? These 15 Stats on Plane Safety Help Calm the Nerves

Are you asking yourself: "Are airplanes safe?" Worry not – this article has statistics and research to show flying remains the safest way to travel.

Frayed Passport2025-02-12T20:43:09-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Travel Tips, Trivia & Fun Facts|

The 5 Easiest Countries to Get Citizenship Without Investment

Looking for dual citizenship but don't have the money for a coveted Golden Visa? It's doable! Here are five countries that can grant citizenship without investment.

Frayed Passport2025-02-09T19:45:10-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Digital Nomad & Long-Term Travel, Europe, Living Abroad, North America, Retire Early & Semi-Retire, South America|Tags: Argentina, Canada, Peru, Poland, Uruguay|