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The Hottest New Expat Destination in Morocco

Ten years ago, as a small coastal village with limited modern development or tourism infrastructure, Tamraght was very much an off-the-beaten-path destination. But in recent years, it has transformed from…

The sweeping desert plains of Western Sahara, where beauty meets political tension

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Western Sahara. Africa’s Last Colony

Did you know that you actually cannot see the Great Wall of China from space? This is a popular urban myth. Sometimes, under very specific circumstances—when the weather is just…

Friendly locals and relaxed daily life in The Gambia

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Could The Gambia Become Africa’s Next Digital Nomad Safari?

As remote work continues to reshape global travel, digital nomads are exploring new options beyond Bali and Lisbon and turning their attention to Africa. The Gambia, Africa’s smallest mainland country,…

Moving to Morocco: a palette of Tradition, Texture of Tradition

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

Two years ago, I went on a three-month road trip to Morocco—and I still haven’t left. These last two years have been an exciting, and at times intense, learning curve.…

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The New Africa Travel List for 2025

When it comes to travel, Africa tops many people’s bucket lists—yet paradoxically, it still sees some of the lowest tourism numbers globally. Why? Despite the allure and mystique of Africa,…

A new generation claims space through movement.

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How Ethiopia’s Girls Are Rewriting the Rules on Wheels

In the stillness of early Saturday mornings, something unexpected stirs in Addis Ababa. Beneath a soft haze of rising dust, a smooth echo breaks the silence—the rhythmic clap of skateboard…

The place I was once too afraid to enter became the one I never wanted to leave.

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I Didn’t Mean to End Up in Morocco

I was 18 when I got my first job—I was going to be a professional cowgirl and live in a trailer park with a 75-year-old retiree named Jerry in The-Middle-of-Nowhere,…

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The Top Expat Destinations 20 Years From Now

Predicting the top expat destinations 20 years into the future is essentially an impossibility. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t a fun exercise! And, to be fair, based on some…

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Exploring Beautiful Destinations As An Expat In Morocco

Morocco is a country rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. From bustling medinas to the Sahara Desert, here are some of the must-see places to visit and things to…