After more than 20 years of traveling, there’s one question Charles and I seem to ask ourselves over and over again. Could we actually live here? It’s a surprisingly different question from whether we like visiting somewhere. We’ve loved countries that would probably drive us a little crazy if we tried to live there full […]
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Amsterdam was one of the first places I ever visited outside North America. I was finishing up my Master’s degree at the time, and that week in the Netherlands felt like a doorway into a much bigger world. I only spent about seven days in Amsterdam, but I loved it almost immediately. There was something
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Few travel disruptions are as frustrating as arriving at the airport only to discover that your flight has been canceled. Whether you’re traveling for business, visiting family, or heading on vacation, a canceled flight can quickly disrupt your plans. Fortunately, passengers traveling from or within the European Union benefit from some of the strongest air
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I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around the area and introduced me to French culture. It was my first time in France and I loved the food, the wine, and the people. But that love became an
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Norway has to be one of the most magical places. I mean, dramatic fjords, colourful fishing villages, Viking history, trolls and folklore, the northern lights, the midnight sun, jaw-dropping scenic drives, and some of the best hiking on the planet…what more could you want?! If you’re planning a trip to this spectacular part of the
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I love walking tours. Long time readers know I always recommend doing them first thing when you’re in a city. It doesn’t matter the type you do. Food, history, art – whatever! Just do something. They’re an incredible way to learn about a destination, get your bearings, and talk to a local about life in
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Ruin bars are all the rage in Budapest and have been around since the founding of Szimpla Kert, the mecca of all ruin bars, in 2002. These bars are built in Budapest’s old District VII neighborhood (the old Jewish quarter) in the ruins of abandoned buildings, stores, or lots. This neighborhood was left to decay
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Berlin is a cool city. Multicultural and artsy, Germany’s capital city is home to artists and creatives from all over the world. A hub for freelancers, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs, the city also boasts excellent museums, a boisterous nightlife, and every type of cuisine imaginable. You could spend weeks (months!) in this city and not
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Posted: 5/30/24 | May 30th, 2024 London is one of my favorite cities in the world. I’ve been visiting regularly since 2008 and never get tired of exploring the city. There are tons of amazing (and free) museums, a lively pub culture, and an incredible food scene that keeps me coming back for seconds. But
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Posted: 5/28/24 | May 28th, 2024 Located in Northern Italy, Bologna is considered one of the food capitals of Italy. And given Italy’s culinary reputation, that must be saying something. Food is what draws most visitors here (it’s what drew me there). I had heard it’s the place for foodies in Italy and I was
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