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Want to Live in Bali Permanently? Here’s How

Introduction Imagine starting each day in a place where rice-terraced hills meet the sea, and the air carries the scent of frangipani and salt. For many wanderers and intentional settlers,…
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Tuvalu: A Disappearing Country in the middle of the Pacific
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Tuvalu: The Island Uploading Itself to the Metaverse

A Nation at the Edge of Existence Tuvalu is an isolated country in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. It consists of nine low-lying islands and a population of roughly…
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Best Cities for American Expats Exploring a Better Way to Live
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The New Path for American Expats

If you’re an American thinking about living abroad, that idea usually blooms from a simple feeling: life could feel different somewhere else. Maybe mornings could begin with sea air instead…
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Living in Turkey: An Australian traveler’s journey
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Finding Home in Turkey

Living in Turkey: A Chance Encounter I first came to Turkey when I met another Australian backpacker while traveling solo through Europe. We went to Greece together, following her out-of-date…
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Underrated Countries to Visit, big lessons in how to live well
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The Most Underrated Countries to Visit

The first time I landed in Malta, the runway looked as if it had been carved straight from the island’s pale limestone. The air shimmered with salt and heat, and…
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The Full Picture for Retiring in Malaysia
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The Full Picture for Retiring in Malaysia

Introduction The idea of retiring in Malaysia is easy to fall for. Hawker stalls perfuming the air with garlic and chili. Evening walks under palm trees while the call to…
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Living in Uzbekistan: Where ancient traditions meet a fast-changing world
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How Living in Uzbekistan Changed One Englishman’s Life Forever

It’s estimated that roughly 5 million British people live abroad. The vast majority settle in countries like Australia, Spain, Canada, and the USA. The standard of living in Britain is…
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Tokyo's infamous cherry blossoms.
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How I Built a Life in Tokyo in 3 Months

Living in Tokyo can be intimidating, especially when you don’t know where to start. The language, the culture and traditions, the unwritten (and very much written) rules about everything from…
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Home Renovation Stories of Dani and Evan Benton
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The Couple Restoring Lost Homes in Japan

Dani and Evan Benton didn’t set out to become innkeepers or beekeepers on a small Japanese island. Their journey began in New Orleans with an urban farm, a few chickens,…
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An Bang beach on a typically perfect afternoon.
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An Expat’s Guide to An Bang Beach

Many readers may know that the city of Hoi An, in Central Vietnam, is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Ancient Town, one of the best-preserved trading ports in Southeast…
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