Long-term travel

It’s decided. After years of lockdowns and closed borders, all the bargain destinations are open to you again. So you’re ready to get out there for that round the world trip you’ve been dreaming of, and soon. But having made the first hard decision, maybe even setting a departure date, a new set of doubts …

Is Medellin a fantastic place to live for expats, with perfect weather, great neighborhoods, and an attractive cost of living? Because that’s probably what you’ve heard 100 times about Colombia’s second-largest city. After my first visit there, staying a tad more than a week, I’m going to say the Medellin life is probably not for …

If you can work from anywhere, why not work from Europe? The infrastructure is good, there’s a wealth of culture, the internet is fast, and you’ll be in beautiful surroundings. These days, it’s not even that expensive. There are rules to navigate though, of course, so here’s a primer on how to live in Europe …

I’ve been a travel writer since the early 1990s, back when I took off on my first year-long trip around the world, the start of many epic journeys to come. So from low-tech times to now, I’ve had plenty of chances to learn how to find good places to eat when away from home.  The …

Do you want to travel South America on a budget? Well I’ve got a few time-tested ideas on that subject since I’ve been there many times for extended periods. The continent can be a great value if you do it right.  I’m getting excited because after visiting Argentina a few months ago, in September I’m …