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How to Stay Connected to Your Mail While Traveling the World

We made the decision to travel the world, but one of the many things that concerned us was how to deal with physical mail. There are serious consequences for not responding to certain mail in a timely manner. We found a service that's worked seamlessly for us for nearly two years. Here's how it can help you, too.

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Nomads, Citizenship Judy Hoctor Nomads, Citizenship Judy Hoctor

Voting While Living Abroad (As a US Citizen)

Are you a US citizen embarking on full-time travel and wondering whether you still are eligible to vote? Are you concerned about how to vote when you don’t have a US residence and won’t be in your precinct on Election Day? This comprehensive, step-by-step guide tells you everything you want to know. The good news is that if you’re a US citizen, you have a Constitutional right to vote.

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Nomads, Food, Recipes Judy Hoctor Nomads, Food, Recipes Judy Hoctor

Taco Salad in Madrid on a Budget

Restaurants in Madrid as full-time travelers give us sticker shock! Tapas can be an affordable option, but they’re often too carb heavy, especially in summer. Add drinks and it starts to get expensive. The grocery stores and farmers’ markets have budget-friendly ingredients, so it made sense to do our own cooking. This taco salad cost only €7.27 for two people, including a side of tortilla chips!

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Destinations, Nomads Judy Hoctor Destinations, Nomads Judy Hoctor

Thailand Visa Extension Process

Extending your tourist visa in Thailand is supposed to be easy. But there's conflicting information everywhere. We walk you through every step of the process, from the forms you need to complete to what to expect when you arrive at an immigration office. We have sample forms to guide you in filling out all the paperwork to make it simple and straightforward.

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Unraveling the Mystery of a Lost Day in Chiang Mai

Between doctor appointments and essential shopping—Kevin finally agreed to buy sandals—and a mix of work and exploration, Tuesday seemed to vanish unexpectedly. Join us as we unravel the mystery of our lost day in Chiang Mai, reflecting on the enriching yet elusive nature of our time spent traveling full-time, and discovering the simple joys and challenges of retirement abroad.

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Culture, Itineraries, Nomads, Planning Judy Hoctor Culture, Itineraries, Nomads, Planning Judy Hoctor

Top 7 Cities to Visit in Italy

Our first visit to Italy was for my birthday in 2017, the year I turned 52 years old. I had been fascinated by anything and everything Italian since I was a little girl, so finally getting to visit was a dream come true. Despite the very high expectations I had, Italy far exceeded them all and completely stole my heart. My heart soared seeing the

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