We moved to Japan after nearly a decade of careful planning. Living here is still nothing like we expected.

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Man and woman at Ono Park
We spent eight years planning our dream move from New Zealand to Japan. No amount of research prepared me for the loss of my identity.

Kerri King

I planned a trip to the Middle East this week. I can't get refunds because it's not dangerous enough.

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Chelsea Hudson wasn't able to get a refund for her trip to Egypt despite violence erupting in the region after the US and Israel began striking Iran.

Chelsea Hudson

I took a $185 lie-flat overnight bus across Europe instead of the train. It was slower — but I slept better.

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Megan Carnegie was able to get good sleep on the bus.

Megan Carnegie

Order, explore, and connect like a local with Babbel

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I've been to 18 European countries. These are the 5 underrated cities I'd return to in a heartbeat.

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Kayla Brock (author) posing in Lucca, Italy
I visited Lucca, a city in Italy's Tuscany region.

Kayla Brock

My 78-year-old grandfather visits me regularly since I moved to Portugal. I cherish our relationship.

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The author's grandfather visits her while she's living abroad.

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I didn't love Mexico City as much as I thought I would. Luckily, I found a smaller, more charming spot nearby.

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author Jenna DeLaurentis smiling in Querétaro
I'm glad I took the chance to visit Querétaro.

Jenna DeLaurentis

12 perks of being a Supreme Court justice

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Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and other Supreme Court justices arrive prior to the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump at the United States Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.

My parents had no retirement plans after selling their house. They now live in Airbnbs, and I'm worried about them.

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The author's mother and father (not pictured) are living out of Airbnbs.

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Laid off, priced out, and restless: Why 4 women over 50 retired abroad

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Sheahan on a rooftop terrace of the Duomo di Milano in Milan.

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