I left the US to start over after a tragedy — and fumbled through 5 classic first-timer mistakes

Tech Insider : Travel, Business
Author Melanie Gordon smiling with trees behind her
If you're traveling solo for the first time, especially after a significant life event, I hope this helps you avoid some of the pitfalls I fell into.

Melanie Gordon

I decided to retire early in Guatemala. I'm only getting half my pension, but the lower cost of healthcare makes it worth it.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
A man standing in front of Mayan ruins in Guatemala.
Ron Podmore retired early and decided to do so in Guatemala.

Ron Podmore.

A retired boomer who moved from the US to Costa Rica said it's 'horribly incorrect' to assume life in Central America is much cheaper

Tech Insider : Economy
San José, Costa Rica
Gary Keenan first moved to the outskirts of San José, Costa Rica.

Gianfranco Vivi

9 underrated travel destinations that will be popular in 2024, according to a travel planner

Tech Insider : Travel, Travel
people milling about a town square in a town in Slovenia
Slovenia is a beautiful destination in Central Europe.

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