Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Political Instability Venezuela: Economic Collapse and Political Instability (image credits: unsplash) Venezuela stands at the top of the list for countries experiencing mass emigration in 2025. With more than 7 million citizens having already left since 2015, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports that about 500,000 Venezuelans continue …
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Switzerland: Where Affluence Meets High Expenses Switzerland: Where Affluence Meets High Expenses (image credits: flickr) Switzerland stands firm at the summit of expensive countries, almost as if it’s the luxury watch of the global cost-of-living world. In 2025, Zurich and Geneva are repeatedly named among the world’s priciest cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit and …
United States: A Fortress of Surveillance and Zero-Tolerance United States: A Fortress of Surveillance and Zero-Tolerance (image credits: wikimedia) In 2025, the United States stands out as a global leader in strict border enforcement, particularly along its southern border with Mexico. The government has deployed a vast array of advanced surveillance technologies, including drones, biometric …
Introduction (image credits: wikimedia) Things You Shouldn’t Do at a Foreign ATM (But Tourists Keep Doing Anyway) Falling for the “Dynamic Currency Conversion” Trap Falling for the “Dynamic Currency Conversion” Trap (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re standing at a sleek ATM in Rome, ready to grab some euros, when suddenly the screen asks if …
When Paradise Turns into a Nightmare When Paradise Turns into a Nightmare (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re standing at a famous viewpoint, but instead of a serene landscape, you’re surrounded by thousands of other tourists pushing for the perfect selfie. In 2024, with travel rebounding globally, overtourism hit harder than ever. Famous destinations like …
The Hidden Costs of Big Booking Platforms The Hidden Costs of Big Booking Platforms (image credits: wikimedia) When I first started traveling, using big booking sites like Booking.com, Expedia, and Airbnb just seemed logical. They made everything look simple—one site, all the options. But what’s rarely talked about is the real cost behind the shiny …
Portugal: A Warm Welcome Awaits Portugal: A Warm Welcome Awaits (image credits: unsplash) Portugal’s charm doesn’t just come from its cobblestone streets or golden beaches—it radiates from its people. In 2024, the European Travel Commission reported that an impressive 85% of tourists had positive interactions with Portuguese locals. It’s not rare to see a resident …
When Human Judgment Goes Wrong When Human Judgment Goes Wrong (image credits: pixabay) Every time you board a plane, your life essentially rests in the hands of another human being – the pilot. That sobering reality becomes even more striking when you learn the numbers: pilot error accounts for 53% of aircraft accidents, with mounting …
From Ocean Breeze to Woodland Calm From Ocean Breeze to Woodland Calm (image credits: unsplash) Trading the constant hush of ocean waves for the earthy silence of a forest was like stepping into a new world. Instead of sunscreen and salty air, the first thing I noticed was the scent—deep, mossy, and fresh, like the …
Portugal: A Haven for Expats Portugal: A Haven for Expats (image credits: unsplash) Portugal has become a magnet for expats in recent years, and for good reason. The country’s Golden Visa program, as of 2024, allows non-EU citizens to gain residency by investing at least €280,000 in real estate or other qualifying avenues. This program …