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Why
I Travel: The Impact of Exploring the World
by Lies Ouwerkerk
Richly illustrated experiences showcase the travel philosophy of someone who has engaged on so many inspirational adventures. The sensitive approach highlights the beauty and surprises of respectful cultural immersion travel.
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How to Spend Four Years Living Abroad by Tim Leffel
If you are looking for a great place to move and live abroad for four years, or longer, here are some ideas by the author of "A Better Life for Half the Price." Many locations enjoy a low cost of living. There are countless other options for living abroad.
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An
Insider's Guide to What You Need to Know
to Move, Live, and Work in Mexico by Ted Campbell
An adventurous and knowledgeable writer provides an insider view into living in Mexico.
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Why
a Virtual Job is the Best Job for Working Abroad by Tim Leffel
Digital nomads enjoy increasing options for location independence. Choose your favorite destinations — explore the world while being paid for using your talents!
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How to Live in France by Leyla Giray Alyanak
We love France. We adore France. We live happily in France. But it is not without its amusing and not-so-amusing problems.
An Expatriate Contest winner describes living in the country.
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How
to Spend a Year Living and Working in New Zealand by
Lydia Horrex
Two years ago, I would not have been able to tell you a great deal about New Zealand. However, I discovered it was one of the few Westernized countries where I could legally live while on a working holiday. |
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Living
and Working in Chiang Mai, Thailand by Nathan Edgerton
Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand, includes snapshots and advice on living, studying, and working in this expat paradise, which has long been popular with digital nomads.
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Teach
English Online: Be a Digital Nomad by John Clites
Enjoy the flexibility of earning income from home or on the road as a digital nomad by teaching English online anywhere you wish worldwide.
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8 Tips for Settling into a New Country Successfully by Matt Scott
Inside tips are provided by an experienced expat on smoothly and successfully adapting to living in your chosen country.
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Living in Paris as a Student by Vicki Fletcher
A student offers her evergreen guide to critical practical issues for those living abroad on a budget in Paris by a former Transitions Abroad Student Writing Contest winner.
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10 Days of Silence at a Buddhist Retreat in Thailand by Thomas Handy Loon
An inside view of 10 days at a Buddhist meditation retreat in Thailand.
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France
on a Budget — Now Very Possible by Kelby Hartson Carr
With the strong dollar, you can easily enjoy the incredibly diverse and beautiful country with some of the most sumptuous cuisine on earth, especially during shoulder season when tourists begin to leave. |
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Learn Flamenco and Study Spanish in Granada, Spain by Mariette Tachdjian
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Granada, Spain, as the author takes you on a journey to learn flamenco dance and guitar while mastering the Spanish language.
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Hospitable
Tunisia and its Tantalizing Cuisine For the Budget Traveler
by
Lies Ouwerkerk
Tunisia has much to offer the budget
traveler who loves great food, rich culture,
varied landscapes, sophisticated architecture,
and hospitable people.
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Paid Travel Jobs Leading Adventure Tours
by Tariq El Kashef
If you're a natural leader and adventurer seeking work abroad, here are paid travel jobs that involve leading adventure and experiential tours abroad with valuable resources.
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Eating and Drinking with Lisbon’s Most Passionate Local Foodies by Lies Ouwerkerk
An illustrated visit to Lisbon, Portugal, enjoyed with locals, where the author takes us on a food tour to immerse herself in the best places to eat and drink. |
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The
Ultimate Guide to Authentic Eating in Mexico by Ted Campbell
A long-time expat in Mexico describes some of the simple yet delicious dishes locals enjoy.
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Work
Abroad as a Nurse by Caroline A. Polt, RN
A nurse describes her experience overseas and
provides resources for nursing jobs available worldwide, with the demand growing over the years and by the day.
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Around
the World by Sailboat by Andy
Schnell
Enjoy the euphoria and the realities of traveling around the world on a large sailboat, with information on how to find such adventurous life-changing travel and work.
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Culturally Sensitive Photography by
Jim Kane
Capture some of the essence of local people and their culture with these tips for travel photography. Learn to take respectful, non-invasive photos that are culturally sensitive and authentic. |
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A Realistic Guide to Small Sustainable Group Travel by
Stephanie Dyson
If you are considering a responsible tour to an otherwise inaccessible location, here is a guide to let you know what to expect.
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Snapshots
from Colombia: Colorful Experiential Travel
by Lies
Ouwerkerk
An illustrated visit to Colombia reveals
the beautiful land and rich culture, and enjoy experiential travel. The
people, food, countryside, coffee plantations,
music, and colorful cities are a revelation.
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Volunteer in Italy at an Olive Farm by Venetia Sherson
A volunteer experience in Italy harvesting olives on organic farms with WWOOF, a worldwide organization that allows participation at all ages.
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7 Tips for Student Budget Travel in Europe by Volker Poelzl
As a student, you can explore Europe on a budget and transform your life with unforgettable adventures and experiential travel. The author describes how to make the most of your travel without spending a fortune. |
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Explore Exciting Teaching Opportunities and Expat Life in Costa Rica by Constance Foss
Explore the opportunities for teaching English in the beautiful country of Costa Rica, along with first-hand experiences and insights.
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Galapagos
Islands: Fragile and Fabulous by Alison Gardner
An adventure visiting the Galapagos Islands on an eco-cruise with a tour operator who emphasizes conserving a fragile ecological environment. |
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Work
as a Freelance Foreign Correspondent by Jason Motlagh
As the need grows, many opportunities for meaningful jobs as freelance foreign correspondents are available.
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Cooking
Vacations in France by Kelby Hartson Carr
There are many options for cooking vacations in France, where food is traditionally a fine art and where you may satisfy all your culinary desires and expand your cultural experience.
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The Guide to Volunteering in Europe by Volker Poelzl
Volunteer programs in Europe include cheap yet fun camps restoring ancient monuments and castles and organic farming.
Meet locals and travelers while participating in memorable and colorful cultural and adventure activities. |
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How
to Get Jobs with the United Nations: The Unauthorized
Guide by Amy E. Robertson
Gather inside knowledge and an incredible list of resources for possible jobs in a fascinating and vital organization that makes a real difference in people's lives worldwide.
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Bhutan’s
Paro Tshechu Festival:
An Expression of Gross National Happiness in the Land
of the Thunder Dragon by
Lies Ouwerkerk
An extraordinarily colorful celebration experienced while traveling in a magical land and engaging in experiential travel.
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Teen Study in Thimphu, Bhutan:
A DIY High School Semester by Owen Ringrose
Two adventurous teens decide to seize a chance to attend a private high school in a spectacular land. The rich educational and cultural immersion, the incredible natural beauty, and the warmth and wisdom of their Bhutanese classmates and teachers are memorable and life-changing.
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Study
Abroad Increases Job Prospects by
Isabel Eva Bohrer
IES Abroad surveyed study-abroad alums on the impact of experience on recent graduates finding work after graduation. The findings suggested that you "just do it" if you can.
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How
to Live and Work Abroad While Freelancing
on the Web by Nora Dunn
A seasoned digital nomad offers valuable insights into living and working abroad while freelancing online. Discover the best ways to make location-independent work a reality.
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Finding Jobs Overseas on the Spot:
Working in an Eco-Lodge and Guiding Tours in Costa Rica by Carolyn Nye
The story of a long-term traveler who finds work on the spot at an eco-lodge in Costa Rica.
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Teach
English in Spain: Open Up Work Opportunities by Sagan Pope
An experience in the Teach in Spain program with CIEE transformed the participant's life, leading her to five years in the country and subsequent career success.
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4 Ways to Cycle Around the World by Friedel Rother
An experienced cyclist — who has traveled extensively around much of the world — describes the many independent, group, self-guided, and luxury biking options abroad.
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Inside
the Monk’s Cave
by Paul King
An extraordinary, moving, and timeless story of a young man who enjoyed living two years in Thailand with a Thai family — spending his final days with a monk before returning to America — by a winner of the Narrative Travel Writing Contest.
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Living
in Mystically Beautiful Bariloche, Argentina by
Shanie Matthews
A practical overview of the options for living abroad in Bariloche, Argentina, and what you need to know to find work and enjoy life in a beautiful part of the world.
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The
Guide to Landing Your First Job Teaching English
Abroad by John Clites
An experienced teacher offers expert advice, including a step-by-step process to create
a compelling resume for that first job.
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The Student's Guide to Living Abroad in Spain by Heather Olafsson
A Student Travel Writing Contest winner offers help on moving to Spain while telling her story.
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Cheap
Air Travel in Europe by Volker Poelzl
Find tips for booking budget flights within Europe wisely, identifying the best budget carriers and essential resources. |
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15
Important Questions to Ask Before Accepting
a Job Abroad by Matt Scott
A realistic look at what is involved
in finding rewarding work overseas
from an expat who shares his broad experience.
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Before
Moving to Europe
14 Things to Do: An Experienced Traveler's Checklist
How to prepare for your move.
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