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Retiring early to travel the world is more attainable than you may think—and these guides and stories from people who’ve actually done it will put you on the path to success. And if you’re not ready to fully stop working, semi-retirement may be the answer if you have wanderlust, but want to stay busy. Frayed Passport is community-driven, so if you have a story or post you’d like to share, have a look at the editorial guidelines and get in touch!
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In this interview, our friends at Retire Early Lifestyle discuss with Jim McLeod a Canadian perspective of living abroad and relying on international healthcare, rather than using the health coverage provided in his home country.
No one can predict when market downturns will happen and no one can predict when they will end. It is best to be prepared knowing that you will be able to ride them through.
It’s no secret that we live on $30,000 per year, and in our 31st year of financial independence we see no need to lower our spending. Here's how we do it, and how you can too.
This is the second in a series of articles on my semi-retired travels with my wife, Robin, who is not retired, but works remotely. Read about our visit to the new St. Pete pier, the Salvador Dalí Museum, a Rays game at Tropicana Field, and more.
Costa Rica is a dream destination for digital nomads. With high-quality and affordable healthcare, political stability, great infrastructure, low crime, and plenty of nature, culture, and entertainment, it’s easy to see why so many see moving to Costa Rica and living in Costa Rica as a great idea.
Costa Rica has recently announced a new visa type for digital nomads. Read all about how to apply for this and other residency types in this gorgeous country!
Geoarbitrage is moving to a place with a low cost of living while maintaining or increasing your current income. Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
Ramping up to the launch of our monthly feature for those who'd like to become digital nomads and semi-retired travelers, I'm sharing this interview I did as a longtime nomad myself, with some thoughts in particular about being less-than-social along the way.
What's it like to travel on the Amtrak Auto Train? Read this story from a semi-retiree and frequent traveler who knows all about it!
Is working abroad a thing of the past? The answer is no! Let's look at three different ways you can find jobs overseas.
We write a lot about the FIRE lifestyle, semi-retirement, and more, all with an important underlying message: Live and work the way you wish, and make the most of your time on this planet.
From vaccine passports, to semi-retirement, and from road trips to space travel, here are our 21 predictions for 2020s travel trends!
A work sabbatical offers you time to explore, learn, and think more about what you want from life. Here are 8 places to consider for yours.
COVID travel is changing day-to-day. Read this interview with world traveler Dale Knight for info about where you can go right now, and how.
Traveling during the COVID pandemic is possible - but you have to be flexible, as seen in this account of traveling between the US and Mexico!
The perfect time for retirement doesn't exist. Things change, and sometimes radically - let's look at eight basics to keep you on track to achieving your semi-retirement or early retirement dreams.
In this guide, we’ll cover why you should open an online store and discuss why e-commerce work is one of the best jobs for digital nomads.
A sabbatical from work is an extended break to recharge the body and mind. Beyond rest and relaxation, it's time for learning and adventure.
You don’t need a traditional work visa or business visa to live and work abroad. Read this guide to digital nomad visas, freelancer visas, and more!
Digital nomad housing options abound. You can find places in any destination in minutes - the tricky part is finding the right place. Read on for our guide!
When we are in the middle of it, fear seems very real. And moving past it seems impossible. How do we turn fear virus into a climate of hope and optimism?