Pubs are a British institution and going down the local to watch footie over a pint is one of the top ten things expats miss about home. If you’re one of the many who think singing the national anthem around a mouthful of pork scratchings and beer is beyond your reach, think again. Here’s our …
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Essential Things to Know Before Traveling to Japan
Many enthusiastic travelers journey to Japan, and something goes wrong. This article will cover some things you should do before you step foot in Japan. 1. Book Flights You could use a comparison website like Skyscanner to search and compare the cheapest prices. Another option which a lot of people overlook is to book your …
The 5 Best Maid Cafes in Tokyo, Japan
There’s no doubt that Japan is a fascinating country with a rich cultural heritage. And what would a trip to Japan be without exploring the many maid cafes throughout the country? These cafes are all different, but they all have one thing in common – the opportunity to experience a calm and soothing environment courtesy …
Fukubukuro: Get Your Lucky Bag in Japan
What is Fukubukuro? Fukubukuro is a Japanese-specific tradition where you – the consumer – purchase mystery bags filled with an assortment of products from a retail store. Some stores in other countries picked up the practice. Now, buying Fukubukuro is an international practice. So read on to find out more about Fukubukuro. Yes, that means …
Top 5 Airlines to Fly to Japan from the USA
Japan is a popular destination for international travel. Depending on where you are traveling, your flight to Japan can last 14 hours or longer, not including any layovers. So you may want to have a comfortable trip for the duration of your travel experience. That is where this list comes in: the top five airlines …
Credit Card Points for Hotel Stays: Why You Need Them
Imagine this scenario: You’re traveling to a new city and have decided you want to stay in a hotel. Suddenly, you realize you don’t have any points or miles left on your credit card! Don’t panic – there are ways to use your credit card points or miles for hotel purchases without feeling too guilty. In …
American Express Platinum Card Review
When travelers discover travel credit cards, they enter a whole new world. Travel credit cards can be the stuff of luxury. One card that is one of the staircases to luxury is the Platinum Card from American Express. Travelers tend to struggle with getting value for their money and tend to get a poor travel …
7 Things to Consider Before Retiring Abroad
Making the decision to retire overseas is one thing; actually putting the practical steps in place to facilitate your relocation is quite another. Today we’re going to focus on a practical action plan to turn your dream of moving abroad to live in retirement into reality. An increasing number of global citizens are making the …
Top 10 Reasons to Retire in Mexico
There are many reasons why you might choose a Mexico retirement over other options, whether compared to the U.S. or other countries. We have compiled the top 10 reasons why other retirees have chosen Mexico. This list is based on a survey of some real estate brokers from various parts of Mexico, whose sources are …
The 5 Best Places to Retire in Europe
As Europe is such a vast and diverse continent, it’s not surprising that it offers so many fantastic options for would-be retirees searching for their perfect place in retirement. However, for those who herald from further afield such as North America originally for example, getting to know which nations in Europe will offer you the …