Ever wanted to just work abroad as you travel the world? A digital nomad visa allows you to do just that. Estonia created the first digital nomad visa in 2020 to encourage foreigners to visit during COVID. Since then, over 50 countries, cities, and territories have developed their own options
On September 10, U.S. News & World Report released the results of its 2024 Best Countries rankings. This annual survey comes from a partnership between the news publisher and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Among the numerous categories covered in this analysis, U.S. News spotlights a category
In today’s world, finding an affordable city to settle down in feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. However, amidst the seemingly universal trend of rising costs, cheaper cities do exist. The Economist Intelligence Unit has compiled a list of the world’s least expensive cities, revealing that affordability
More and more individuals are choosing to uproot their lives in search of a better city that fits their lifestyle, financial means, and overall quality of life. However, as populations inflate and the housing supply struggles to keep up with demand, searching for a promising city becomes increasingly difficult. The
The SAT, formerly known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test, measures a high school student’s readiness for college. Most students take it in their junior or senior year of high school and anxiously anticipate their scores to include them in their applications to top-notch universities. Nootro Edge, a nootropics review website,
This past March, we led a scouting trip from the U.S. to Portugal and Spain for three weeks. 24 people on the trip chose to visit Portugal, where we spent several days exploring the coastal city of Porto. Porto is Portugal’s second-largest city, with 1.7 million in the greater area.
The Ultimate Guide to Paying Expat Taxes Will my Dutch insurance follow me around the EU? by Brett Andrews About the Netherlands Healthcare System Like many countries in the EU, the Netherlands offers world-class health facilities, highly qualified specialists, and ready access to universal healthcare. However, its healthcare funding may
Recreational drug use can be a morally gray area for many. Some people say the right to bodily autonomy is absolute, even to the extent that that right leads to self-harm. Others insist on a heavy-handed reinforcement of drug laws that have shown poor outcomes at best and victimized communities
You might wonder why someone might contemplate leaving a highly developed country like the U.S., but the reality is that there are more than enough reasons. While the U.S. may appear to thrive on technology and materialism, humans cannot survive on that or the promise of the ‘land of the
About eight-in-ten murders in the United States in 2021, nearly 21,000 deaths, involved a firearm, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). That’s the highest percentage since 1968 when the CDC began keeping online records. Including self-inflicted gun deaths, the US has about four times more firearm inflicted deaths
I’m sitting on my sixth flight in 3 days, headed back to Mérida, Yucatán after spending 36 hours in South Dakota. That’s quite a long distance for such a short trip! Here’s why it was worth it. What’s your domicile? When you move abroad, you remain a citizen of the
Every country has a system in place for penalizing drug offenses, but were you aware that some countries practice execution as a punishment for drug-related crimes? Below is a list compiled by the American Addiction Center of countries that enforce shockingly severe penalties for those involved in illegal drugs. 1.
It’s easier than ever for Americans to move abroad, thanks to the growth of remote work, apps for travel and navigation, and expat groups to make friends and ask questions. One barrier that remains for the 77% of monolingual Americans? Learning the local language. Although 23% of Americans are bilingual,
Would you move to Spain if the government paid you to live there? For digital nomads looking to work remotely from western Europe, this just might be your chance! Extremadura, a lesser-known Spanish region on the Portugal border, expects to begin offering digital nomads up to €15,000 to live there.
Getting buried under student loan debt doesn’t have to be your future. Instead of staying in the U.S. to get a college degree that could take decades (or the rest of your life!) to pay off, we’ve found 29 countries with free college tuition, or at a low cost. Some
Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Granada. These vibrant cities are all time-tested, “can’t-miss” destinations if you’re planning a sojourn in Spain. But allow yourself time to venture off the beaten tourist path to explore the country’s many hidden gems. Spain brims with charming towns and villages that entice you to get lost
For those looking to make Spain their new permanent home, the government offers a number of residency visas. Moving to Spain can be done quickly in some cases, but no single path works for everyone. Because the process isn’t public, and because there are so many available options, staying up-to-date
As the digital nomad trend continues to gain momentum, you might find yourself drawn to its promises of freedom and flexibility. However, choosing the right country is a decision that should not be taken lightly, as it holds the power to shape both your career and overall well-being. Picking a
One of my all-time favorite posts from Reddit asks Americans what they miss most since moving abroad. Some people name popular shopping institutions (Target, Wal-Mart, and Costco) and American conveniences (clothes dryers, reliable mail service, and OTC medicines). Most, though, mention the food. The commenters talk about their regional favorites,
Many tourists flood Italy each year to feel the ambiance, atmosphere, and beauty of this land of endless coastlines. Unfortunately, well-known destinations get swamped, while hundreds of gorgeous villages are overlooked. Lucky you: you can avoid the throngs and enjoy these less-popular-but-equally-lovely locales. 1. Grado, Friuli-Venezia Giulia Mile upon mile
