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U.S. Missile Defense System in South Korea Affects Tourism

With tensions between North and South Korea on the rise, the U.S. military has begun installing a missile defense system in South Korea. The government is hoping to reduce the…

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Interview: Teaching English in Japan

I met Ashley in Queenstown on my way to Fiordland National Park. We were both staying one night before continuing our travels. Ashley was the perfect person to meet on…

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Getting Married in China? Don’t Get Sucked into the Property Bubble

It’s an age-old story of expat life in China. The young foreigner arrives on China’s shores, looking to make a life for himself. After securing a job, learning Chinese, and…

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Is Teaching in Thailand Right For You?

There is something alluring about moving to a foreign land and immersing yourself into an entirely different society. As an American who has taught as a foreign teacher in Thailand,…

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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…

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South Korea’s Unlikely Expat City

South Korea’s Unlikely Expat City South Korea’s capital city of Seoul is proving to be an unexpected haven for expats. With a population of 10 million, the city is the…

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29 Things I Learned Living in Thailand

29 Things I Learned Living in Thailand As an American expat who lived in Thailand for almost a year, there were several observations I made during my time overseas. Here…

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Interview: Teaching English in Thailand

I met Rachel in Queenstown during my first few days in New Zealand. I had the pleasure of spending three days with her and her best friend. Rachel is a…

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Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand

Trekking, Temples, and Tan Lines in Thailand There’s no doubt that Thailand is rapidly becoming more desirable, accessible, and affordable. However, this increasing convenience comes at a price. So if…

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Thailand’s Devastating Loss of the Magnificent King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Today, the dull Florence sky matches the color of the pale grey comforter I just bought to protect me from Italy’s sudden shift from summer to winter. I suppose they…