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The U.S. Travel Insurance Market Hit $7.71 Billion in 2025 — And It's Still Growing

The global travel insurance market has hit $105.6 billion in 2025, showing how much demand has grown post-pandemic. The U.S. is leading the charge, with 40% of travelers now buying coverage — up from 28% before COVID and nearly double the global average. Americans are paying abou

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Cost of Living Survey Highlights

Cost of living around the world is shifting fast, and it’s not just about inflation anymore. In many countries, currency swings, political instability, and global tensions are having a bigger impact on expat costs than price changes alone.

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6 Countries Offering Simple Visa Routes That Make Life Easier for Expats

Another “easy visa” list, but this one is pretty practical about what the requirements look like in real terms. Worth skimming if you’re deciding between a few countries and want to compare the hassle factor.

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The U.S. Census Bureau Just Reported the Largest Drop in Net International Migration in Decades

New estimates show that net international migration into the U.S. could drop to around 321,000 in 2026. That’s a historic low, mainly because fewer people are moving in and more people are moving out. For expats, this could signal a shift. The U.S. may become less of a go-to des

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Kuwait’s new expat residency fees and rules

Kuwait quietly tweaked its residency fees and paperwork rules, and it sounds like renewals aren’t as straightforward as they used to be. If you’re working in the region or sponsoring family, this is the kind of update that can mess with your budget if you don’t catch it early.

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Europe’s digital nomad visas

I’ve seen a lot of vague “move to Europe” content, but this is more concrete about what exists and what it costs. Handy if you’re trying to match your situation to a real visa category for a digital nomad instead of guessing.

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The Best & Worst Countries for Expats in 2025 from InterNations

Here's the top 10 list of best expat countries from InterNations. Quite a surprise to see Colombia in second place as well as China in the list. Panama Colombia Mexico Thailand Vietnam China UAE Indonesia Spain Malaysia

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A new remote worker visa in Sri Lanka

Another option for remote workers in Asia. Sri Lanka just launched a digital nomad visa with income requirements under $2,000/month.

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The 2026 Digital Nomad Visa Index (mainly Europe)

Immigrant Invest just released their digital nomad visa index. A majority of the visas are from Europe. Spain came out on top of the list, with Portugal and Hungary not far behind.

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Da Nang is getting more popular in Vietnam

Da Nang keeps popping up lately, and this explains why without pretending it’s a perfect paradise. It also calls out the uncomfortable side of popularity, like rent pressure and who actually benefits.

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3 Trends That Make Moving Abroad Harder In 2026

I mostly agree with the blog that moving abroad is getting harder in 2026, at least on paper. More rules, more requirements, and some programs disappearing definitely raise the bar. But honestly, I think this shift is a good thing. For years, a lot of people moving abroad, es

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Numbeo just released its Cost of Living Index for 2026

Living in Asia is still noticeably cheaper than North America or Western Europe, especially when you look at rent, food, and day-to-day expenses. Even after prices have gone up in recent years, many Asian cities are still on a completely different scale cost-wise.

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Common Travel Insurance Mistakes That Can Kill Your Claim

I’ve seen so many people buy travel insurance thinking it means they can claim for everything. In reality, that’s not how it works at all.

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Bolivia and Uzbekistan quietly dropped visa requirements for Americans

Bolivia and Uzbekistan quietly dropped visa requirements for Americans, and that kind of change can open up new “why not?” destinations overnight....

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EU Countries Losing 150,000 Jobs to Outsourcing

Between 2021 and 2023, EU countries lost roughly 150,000 jobs to outsourcing, about three times more than the number of jobs created through it. Poland and Hungary were hit the hardest, losing around ten times more jobs than they gained. That's a pretty huge number!

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Slovenia and Moldova Join Europe's Digital Nomad Visa Map

Slovenia quietly became the 17th European country to launch a digital nomad visa in November 2025. A couple of months earlier, Moldova rolled out its own program, letting remote workers stay for up to two years. The interesting part is the cost. Moldova’s minimum income requir

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Where the US Dollar Still Goes the Furthest in 2026

With the US dollar weakening fast, travel math has flipped compared to early 2025. This article looks at where the dollar still stretches, alongside global rent trends and even bedbug tracking. If you’re earning in USD, which destinations still feel affordable, and how much d

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How Rent Prices Vary Across Major Cities Worldwide

How much does rent really cost around the world? This map compares rent prices across major global cities and shows just how wide the gap has become between regions. Which cities surprised you most, and where do you think rents are heading next?

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Australia Tops 2026 Expat Happiness Rankings

According to this site, Australia has been named the top destination for expats, with an impressive happiness score of 9.08 out of 10. Agree or disagree?

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Greece Named World's Best Retirement Destination for 2026

Greece just grabbed the top spot on International Living’s 2026 retirement index, with Panama and Costa Rica close behind. It’s no surprise as more Americans are eyeing life abroad, mainly for better healthcare value and an easier pace of life. That said, people who’ve already

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Digital Nomad & Remote Work Visas in Europe Right Now

I’ve seen so many people lately trying to time their move around visa rules, and Europe keeps making that easier. With more remote work visas popping up and clearer income and stay requirements, it really feels like the options for where to base yourself are wider than they were

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Mental health issues for expats in Thailand: agree or disagree?

Mental health is a big hidden issue for many expats for various reasons. A new culture, financial problems, health issues, and more can all contribute. This article is a good read about mental health for expats in Thailand and how to overcome these challenges.

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I ditched the UK for sunny Mexico, I have a rooftop pool & get beauty treatments on the cheap too

Mexico is another popular country for expats. Lower rent, cheaper utilities, and everyday costs that don’t constantly add pressure make life feel lighter. You can even get a place with a rooftop pool without paying a fortune. More importantly, it gives you the space to slow down

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Life in Thailand can be harder....but also better.

Thailand is definitely one of the top destinations for expats, but it isn’t for everyone. There’s foreign pricing, overpaying, and other challenges you have to accept. For me, no place in the world is perfect. Once you stop pretending it is and admit the downsides, life actually

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Hidden Expenses from Moving Abroad

While the story is about studying abroad, I’ve found it very similar to moving abroad. Many people really underestimate the cost of healthcare, visas, rent, and currency fluctuations. Plan your money well, guys!

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Interesting story about someone living abroad for a long time and found it hard to go home now.

Definitely an interesting story. When you live abroad for a long time, it starts to become your new home, even while part of you still feels pulled back to where you came from.Anyone has a similar story?

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Best Credit Cards For Expats And Living Abroad

Forbes dropped a guide on expat-friendly credit cards and it's actually helpful. Covers the basics like which cards don't charge FX fees, what benefits still work when you're not in the US, and how to avoid paying for 'premium' features you literally can't access from abroad.

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The 10 Best Countries to Live in 2026 from Yahoo

I’ve seen a lot of ‘best places to live’ lists, but this one stood out. Greece, Portugal, Costa Rica, and Thailand keep coming up for the same reasons expats actually care about: affordable day-to-day life, decent healthcare, and visas that are realistic, not just on paper. It’s

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