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How Many Countries Have You Visited? Inside the Quest to Become the World’s “Biggest” Traveler

For some adventurous travelers, going everywhere is not enough.

December 3, 2024 11:46 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

Festivals + Events

One of the Biggest Black Travel Festivals Is Coming to New Jersey

Newark, New Jersey, isn’t exactly known as a tourist hot spot—that’s just fine with Nomadness Fest.

September 8, 2022 01:25 PM

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Sarah Enelow-Snyder

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Solo Travel

7 Tips for Traveling the World as a Digital Nomad

Life as a digital nomad isn’t all laptop shots against an azure ocean—here are some crucial tips for making the transition.

January 6, 2025 03:15 PM

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Annie Daly

Solo Travel

Looking to Live Abroad (for a Few Months)? These Countries Are Offering Remote Work Visas for Longer Stays.

Change up your workplace scenery with these countries.

March 24, 2025 05:48 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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Visas + Passports

One of the Best Countries for Expats Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa

Affordable housing, some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, and delicious cuisine make this vibrant island nation a seriously attractive option for remote workers.

May 16, 2025 05:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Visas + Passports

Japan Just Announced a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’ve been dreaming of relocating to Japan and you make more than $68,300 per year, you might be in luck thanks to a new six-month visa program launching this spring.

February 5, 2024 06:54 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Visas + Passports

15 Countries in Europe That Offer Remote Work Visas for Americans

These European countries make it (relatively) easy for those who work remotely to settle in and stay awhile.

November 25, 2025 01:10 PM

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Krystin Arneson

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Visas + Passports

This Mediterranean Country Is the Latest to Launch a Digital Nomad Visa

To qualify, you’ll need a monthly income of at least $3,000, and if approved, you can live and work there for up to one year (with the option to renew).

May 9, 2024 05:49 PM

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Bailey Berg

Rooftop view of historic homes in Montepulciano, Italy with a green countryside in the background

Visas + Passports

Italy Just Launched a New Digital Nomad Visa—Here’s How to Apply

As of this month, applications are open for the year-long residence program, but there are certain criteria you’ll need to meet.

April 11, 2024 03:30 PM

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Erica Firpo

A small wooden boat with a flag tied to an anchor in the sand and soaring island rocks in the background on the beach in Phuket, Thailand

The new Destination Thailand Visa will allow remote workers to stay for up to five years. Here’s what you need to know.

June 19, 2024 09:08 AM

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Bailey Berg

An image of Seabird Rock Dinosaur Caves Park with crashing waves, pelicans, seagulls and cormorants flying and nesting at Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary.

Travel for Good

These 3 Beautiful Sites Are Some of the Last Wild Places in the U.S. Here’s How to Visit Before They Disappear

Across the country, Indigenous people are taking a more active role in managing their land—and in doing so, protecting the climate for future generations.

December 9, 2024 05:53 PM

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Autumn Fourkiller

The all-day restaurant and bar at the Warren Street Hotel is filled with pops of color and patterns.

Stay Here Next

This New Hotel in New York City Is an Ode to Global Art, Craft, and Design

The new Warren Street Hotel from British hotelier and designer Kit Kemp is brightening up New York City’s Tribeca neighborhood.

May 24, 2024 01:06 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

From South Dakota and Oklahoma to Alaska and Alberta, Indigenous groups in the U.S. and Canada are leading efforts to restore bison across North America.

November 23, 2022 01:08 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

The authors of a 2020 study about diversity in travel just released a follow-up survey, and they hope the results will serve as a wake-up call for the travel industry.

September 8, 2025 12:03 PM

It'll soon to easier to work from the United States northern neighbor.

The new short-term visa scheme is expected to be rolled out by the end of 2023.

July 17, 2023 03:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

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