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Spain

Cost of Living in Spain: What to Expect in 2026

Introduction Spain draws millions of people each year (from tourists to expats) with its sunshine, vibrant culture, and relatively affordable lifestyle. But how much does it really cost to live…

Cost of Living in Portugal 2025: What It Really Takes to Live Well

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Portugal

Cost of Living in Portugal: What It Really Takes to Live Well

Introduction Imagine waking up to the sound of church bells echoing through cobblestone streets, sunlight spilling over tiled rooftops, and the smell of espresso drifting from the café downstairs. For…

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Digital Nomadism

A Digital Nomad’s Guide to Living Like a Local in Paris

If you’re moving to Paris as a digital nomad, you’re probably drawn to the romantic idea of a life filled with art galleries, cozy cafés, and buttery croissants. That’s what…

Best Places to Live in Spain: A City-by-City Guide for 2025

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Spain

Best Places to Live in Spain: A City-by-City Guide for 2025

Introduction Choosing the best place to live in Spain isn’t just a matter of rosy photos, warm weather, or social media buzz. It demands a balance between practicalities like cost…

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Field Notes

Secrets of the Soviet Riviera

From Playground to Ruins In the 1970s, trains packed full of tourists from across the Soviet Union would arrive into the coastal city of Sukhumi every summer. The city, nestled…

Hungarian Citizenship by Descent Journey from Amercia

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Second Citizenship

Our Journey from America to Hungarian Citizenship

When my family and I first started exploring second citizenship, I had no idea how profoundly it would reshape my entire life. What began as a quiet curiosity about ancestry…

Craggy cliffs and quiet harbors frame life in the Isle of Man

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Your Escape Plan

Life and Opportunity on the Isle of Man

With all the quirk and charm of British coastal towns—less than a stone’s throw from some of the most picturesque walking trails the British Isles has to offer—the Isle of…

England: where history lingers in the mist.

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England

Top 10 Things to Know If You’re Moving to England

England exists in a bit of a bubble. Despite its island status and Brexit-shaped foot out the door, the country remains at the heart of European culture and history. Think…

Croatias Tourism: Aerial view of Croatia’s stunning Adriatic coastline, where historic towns meet turquoise waters

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Croatia

Croatia’s Journey to Wonder

Arrival on the Adriatic The late-afternoon sun glints off terracotta rooftops. Along the harbor, fishing boats sway gently beside gleaming yachts, and the scent of grilled fish mingles with the…

Albania Travel Guide: City views in Tirana, Albania on a summer afternoon

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Albania

Albania’s Bold New Beat

In the heat of a Mediterranean summer, with house music rolling through Tirana’s open-air cafés and the Adriatic shimmering in the distance, it’s hard to imagine this country was once…