I spent my 26th birthday in prison.
I Spent My 26th Birthday in Prison…
…And no, not as an inmate. Every Sunday in October, the largest maximum-security prison in the southern United States hosts the Prisoner Rodeo, a…
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Off the Grid in Burma, 2010 – Part 1
Yangon
Outside the airport, under a hot thick early morning Yangon sky, an edgy taxi driver insisted the hotel recommended by my guidebook had been closed for two years. I…
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7 Ways to Prevent the IRS from Taking Your Passport
7 Ways to Prevent the IRS from Taking Your Passport
The IRS now has the power to revoke or refuse to renew your US passport. I’ve been writing about this since December of 2015, and…
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Panama vs Puerto Rico, which is right for your business?
Panama vs Puerto Rico, which is right for your business?
If you’re looking for a tax-efficient international structure for your business, there are two competing offers: You can set up…
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International Schooling: An Education Like No Other
Brunette curls fastened in pigtails atop a small round face dance through the wind as the little girl scurries to the classroom on a mission to avoid the collective standstill for the…
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U.S. Citizens May Soon Need a Visa to Visit Europe
Europe has historically been, and to this day remains, one of the top travel destinations for U.S. citizens. There are many reasons for this, not the least of which being the incredible…
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Introduction to the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
Going to work abroad or start a business offshore? The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion is the first, and often the only, rule you need to understand to save on your US taxes. The…
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Your Dream Vacation in the Himalayas
HIMALAYA HELICOPTER EXPEDITION III
Designed and Led by Dr. Jack Wheeler
All photos below taken by Jack Wheeler
Jack Wheeler’s Himalaya Helicopter Expedition last Spring and Fall was…
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Unusual Wedding Destinations
All brides and grooms want a spectacular destination to say, “I do!” Your special day has to be extraordinary. What better way than by choosing an unusually romantic destination? The…
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The easiest way to get a Colombian Visa
The Easiest Way To Get A Colombian Visa
by David Steckenreiter Medellin Real Estate Agent
(We have updated information for August of 2016 on buying Colombia real estate for a…
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Alternative Ways for Travelers to Admire the Natural World
Spring is almost here, so you should feel the urge to start traveling again. Nothing compares to that feeling of freedom you get when you are on the road, ready to discover new…
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My Adventure to the Philippines
If you come to Southeast Asia, you will learn fairly quickly that certain countries have become saturated with backpackers that have flooded the place with foot traffic and have trashed…
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There is always tomorrow…
You know those cliché, inspirational life mottos? Such as,
Live life to the fullest
YOLO (You Only Live Once)
Live each day like your last!
Well, in Latin America, we’re…
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Dollars to Donuts: I’ll Take the Dollar Please
President Trump has a tendency of viewing global trade in terms of black and white: exports are good, imports are bad. To him, the benefits that a trade deal offers the U.S. economy is…
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7 Best Quiet Islands in Thailand and Where to Stay
7 Best Quiet Islands in Thailand and Where to Stay
Koh Yao Noi
One of two main islands situated between Phuket and the Malay Peninsula, Koh Yao Noi embodies peace and simplicity. The…
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Sephardic Jews in Portugal
Sephardic Jews in Portugal
Following the 2008 economic crisis, and an increase in demographic aging, European countries adopted a series of policy decisions that were focused on…
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With the TPP Scrapped, Pacific Nations Form Their Own Trade Deal
One of the cornerstones of Trump’s campaign was his opposition to free-trade agreements. He described the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as the “worst trade deal in…
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Edinburgh, Scotland – The Land of Camelot and Single Malt
Sitting on top of Arthur’s Seat, I looked out over the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Arthur’s Seat provides its visitors with a 360˚ view of Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh. This big…
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What to Look for When Buying Property Overseas
Let’s say you’ve decided to retire overseas. Maybe you just want a change of pace or want a winter vacation home. You could also be looking for property for investment purposes.…
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The International Step: Taking Your Business to Foreign Soil
A business that has established a solid local customer base can already be considered successful, but for many entrepreneurs, the local market is simply not big enough. The next step is…
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