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Exploring the backstreets and alleyways of old Saigon

By Connla Stokes

Ho Chi Minh City’s many back alleys, or “hems,” contain whole city unto themselves.

To discover the “Saigonese soul”of Vietnam’s largest hub, now home to over 10 million, you need to plunge into the side streets and explore the back alleys as much as you can. Read More

The Heart of a Wanderer

Home isn’t a place, it’s a feeling you find along the way

By Lilly Hurd

After years of wandering Scotland’s history and landscapes, it’s hard to believe I was once a wide-eyed American taking my first trip abroad. That there was once a time when I didn’t know what it felt like to be alone amongst standing stones still clutching their ancient secrets. Read More

Embracing a Plan B Is Just the Start

It’s time to protect your most important asset: You

By Michael K. Cobb

Ask yourself, why are people so focused on protecting things, when we fail to protect our most valuable asset—ourselves? It’s crazy. We seem to care intensely about stuff, when actually, the most important asset we have, our individual self, is often ignored or put last. Read More

Top 10 Things to Know if You’re Moving to Portugal

Surprising and useful insights on this popular Iberian gem

By Daniel Wilhelm

Portugal has in recent years emerged as one of the world’s top destination for expats and digital nomads, thanks to its cultured cities, beautiful landscapes, rich history, and sunny climate. Read More

Home Away: The Loved Up Edition

10 of our favorite romantic hotel getaways from around the world

By EA Editorial Staff

Romance never goes out of style. But with Valentine’s Day just a few weeks away, we thought it would be a fun time to put together a list of our favorite destinations to help inspire you if you happen to be planning an intimate holiday in the near future. Read More

Exploring the World’s Most Progressive Regions

Why Singapore, Greece, Iceland, Spain, and Chongqing, China top our list

By EA Editorial Staff

The term “progressive” can mean many things to many people. It’s at once a concept that encompasses social equality, economic resilience, environmental sustainability, cultural advancement, and technological innovation. Read More

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Top 10 Things to Know if You’re Moving to the Cayman Islands

Unparalleled natural beauty and unmatched tax shelters are just a few reasons this island paradise might be for you

By Anna-Mari Ormond

The Cayman Islands are a “British Overseas Territory” consisting of three islands in the Caribbean: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman. They are renowned for their natural beauty, as well as for being a popular financial haven for expats and retirees as there are virtually no taxes on any goods, services, or business related matters. Read More

A New Country, A New Me?

Embracing the ups and downs of expat life

By Tuğba Avci

Like many others, I watched and read Eat, Pray, Love.
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Away from my problems.
Away from myself. Read More

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Exploring the backstreets and alleyways of old Saigon

By Connla Stokes

Ho Chi Minh City’s many back alleys, or “hems,” contain whole city unto themselves.

To discover the “Saigonese soul”of Vietnam’s largest hub, now home to over 10 million, you need to plunge into the side streets and explore the back alleys as much as you can. Read More

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Portugal has in recent years emerged as one of...

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Romance never goes out of style. But with Valentine’s...

Exploring the World’s Most Progressive Regions

The term “progressive” can mean many things to many...

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Ask yourself, why are people so focused on protecting...

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