Being able to travel the world is a great privilege and an opportunity that remains inaccessible to a significant proportion of the world’s population. Many people’s attempts to travel are curtailed by financial, social, political, and sometimes even physical barriers: having the ability to move across the globe with little resistance ought never to be taken for granted. 

What would the City of Light be without the poetry of its bridges? Arcing across the Seine like stone verses in a love letter to the past, the bridges of Paris offer more than a way to cross from Left Bank to Right. They are time travelers, storytellers, and sentinels, each with its own soul and saga.

Why Write About Crime on a Travel Site?

After reading my last article, Why Do We Travel?, you might still be thinking, “Wait, but Cerys, what does crime have to do with travel?” I’m glad you asked. And yes, I’m sorry; I know I’ve taken my time getting here. 

Let’s get to the point.

The way you truly learn about a place is by walking its streets, tasting its food, and chatting with locals. But if you want to understand a culture, festivals are the place to go. 

Doesn’t make sense? 

Festivals aren’t meant for tourists, but for the locals. They’re a chance to celebrate what matters most to them, and these events offer a rare chance to go from an observer to part of the flow.

You’re no longer just watching culture happen, you’re inside it.

Chosen Home: The Enigmatic Art of Trish Jimenez is a special exhibition presented by Art for All Spaces at The Obsidian Gallery at FAVO (Faith Arts Village Orlando), Gallery #244. Details below!

Malaysia has become an incredibly popular destination for many expats - especially families. Many big corporates with head offices in the UK and the US have established premises here. And to attract top talent, these corporates are offering attractive expat packages.

So it’s no big surprise that Malaysia is seeing significant growth in international schools, which also makes it a big drawcard for educators looking to teach in Malaysia.

For those of us who are lucky enough to be able to hop into our car, board a boat or plane, and travel beyond our hometown, we can expect so much more than an escape from our daily routine. Travelling provides an incredible opportunity to expand our horizons, explore life experiences beyond our own, and (true to the core values of this online community) learn. 

Hi, I’m Kelly – founder and editor of International Teaching Families, official “trailing spouse,” and mum of three. I grew up in Australia and caught the travel bug early after moving to the UK in my 20s. That’s where I met my husband (a fellow Aussie and travel enthusiast), before we returned home to get married, buy a house, and have a few kids... But we quickly realised the traditional path wasn’t for us.

Preparing to teach abroad often means juggling a mountain of logistics—from securing visas to finding housing and booking flights. It’s a lot to handle, and your to-do list can quickly feel endless. But amid the chaos, one crucial factor quietly supports the entire process: your credit score.