Each year I do an updated article on the cheapest places to live in the world, something I’ve been doing for more than a decade now. It’s not that there are drastic changes from year to year, so I’m leaving last year’s version up if you want to see that rundown (linked at the end), …

Want to buy traveler gifts that are actually useful? Check out my suggestions updated in December of 2024.  This is the time of year when seemingly every magazine and travel blog has some kind of “ultimate travel gift guide” or “100 great gift ideas for the traveler on your list.” Many of the magazine ones …

As a destination for expatriates looking to live abroad for less, Thailand has a lot going for it. There’s just been one major obstacle: it has traditionally been tough to legally live in Thailand on a long-term basis. This post originally went up in 2017 and the rules have changed at least 20 times since. …

This article on how to find digital nomad rentals and local accommodation for a month or more is from the author of the top living abroad book: A Better Life for Half the Price. It was updated in December, 2024. Finding a short-term apartment to rent for a week or two is very easy these …

The USA is dealing with all kinds of problems and some are about to get worse. But there’s one thing that is sure to be a safe conversation starter in any situation: talking about high gas prices and what it costs to fill up your tank. As I write this, a gallon of gas is …