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Some languages aren’t going to do much for you in another country, but if you travel in most of Latin America, you’re going to need at least a basic grasp of Spanish from place to place. You can take the easy and cheap route by using one of the many software tools out there,…
Back in 2019, Thailand was one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and Bangkok actually hit the #1 spot for the most-visited city, beating out Paris. Then the world went into lockdowns and the tourism recovery was a confusing mess. Despite the rough times, six airlines are left standing for domestic…
I live in Guanajuato City much of the year, a historic UNESCO World Heritage site full of historic architecture, pedestrian streets, and stairs climbing up the hillsides. One of the great things about living in the state of the same name though is all the adventure tours in Guanajuato—just outside the cities (including San…
Whether you took an economics class or not in school, you probably understand the basic concepts of arbitrage and the relationship of supply and demand. Few industries are as sensitive to the latter as travel and the most savvy travelers use the former to their advantage regularly. By being flexible enough to pounce on…
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…
If you want to get a bit off the beaten path in Mexico but tour an area with lots to see and do, head down to Patzcuaro and Janitzio Island in the central part of the country, south of Guanajuato state and one state over from Estado de Mexico—where the capital is located. I…
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I’m the author of The World’s Cheapest Destinations, Travel Writing 2.0, and the living abroad book A Better Life for Half the Price. All have been published in multiple editions. I am nomadic part of each year with a home base in Mexico.
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