As world travelers, we are always frustrated with fees and restrictions that discourage tourists from visiting a place. Unfortunately, there is an emerging trend to charge visitors entry fees. We will discuss a few such pay-to-visit schemes below. Governments claim tourist fees streamline the immigration process, enhance border security, and curb overtourism. While their goals …
The Basque region of Northern Spain is a wonderful place to explore, and we recommend spending some time in Bilbao, its largest city. Foodies will fall in love with “burnt” Basque cheesecake, txuleta steak, and marmitako (tuna stew). Art lovers can admire the masterpieces at the Guggenheim Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts. Sports …
We love traveling around Europe with our dog! New sights, sounds, and sniffs are great stimulation for dogs, and it is fun having a fluffy companion as we explore the continent. However, air travel can be stressful for an animal, so we try to avoid flights whenever possible. A great alternative is to explore Europe …
Museums and galleries preserve human’s greatest treasures. You can go back in time to explore ancient cultures, and appreciate art from different parts of the world. Museums are often a must-see when you travel, so we have compiled the Ultimate Museum Bucket List. Louvre Museum, Paris The Louvre is the largest museum in the world, …
When you travel around the world, we recommend trying the local tipple. Sometimes tipsy tourists bring home the best stories! Countries are proud of their regional spirits, and certain types of alcohol are synonymous with specific countries (i.e. Tequila & Mexico). Many distilling, fermenting, and brewing processes go back centuries, so it is fascinating to …
Listen up younger readers! If you are below a certain age (usually 30 or 35) and from an eligible country, you may qualify for working holiday visas. You can enjoy extended stays in foreign countries without a prior job or sponsorship from a company. Working holiday visas are much easier to get than regular work …
In between trips you can read about traveling! Perhaps you need some inspiration for your next vacation? Maybe you just want to get lost in someone else’s epic adventures? Fortunately, there are lots of travel books to keep you occupied while you plan your next journey. Here are some titles to get you started: We …
If you want your money to pass directly to your beneficiaries, you should structure your bank accounts properly. By opening a joint account with rights of survivorship, or adding a payable on death designation to your account, you can keep your bank funds out of probate. Typically, when you die, your assets (bank accounts, houses, …
February 14 is fast approaching, and if you want to make a grand gesture, why not take your partner on a romantic getaway? Champagne and chocolate are lovely, but experiencing a new place with a loved one is a great way to bond. The other advantage is February is the low tourist season in a …
Quick trips are fun, but often you need months to truly explore a place. Remote workers have the job flexibility to stay overseas for long stretches. Unfortunately, most countries limit the amount of time you can visit to a mere 90 days. On this blog, we introduce our readers to a variety of residency programs …