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Which are the cheapest and safest Caribbean islands?
Starting to plan for winter already and thinking maybe that the Caribbean could be a great spot. But I know it can get pricey fast, and safety is also a factor in some places, especially when you’re staying for a few weeks or months and not just doing the resort thing.I’m looking for recommendations on islands that are both affordable and safe for digital nomads or long-term travelers. It should i...
Best alternative to Skype now that it doesn't exist anymore?
I used to rely on Skype all the time while traveling, especially for making quick calls to book restaurants, deal with travel emergencies, or sort out stuff like car rentals when local numbers wouldn’t work from my mobile.Now that Skype’s basically dead, I’m scrambling to find a solid alternative. I’m not talking about Zoom-style video meetings or Whatsapp, which of course I use, I mean something ...
Cartagena, Colombia: is it actually worth it?
I'm thinking to go to Colombia with my girlfriend, and we’re trying to figure out how much time to spend and if we should even bother to go to Cartagena. It looks like a nice beach city, but I’m a bit worried it might be too touristy and not give us the real Colombian experience. I've heard some crazy stories and looks like there is a lot of sex tourism there, so I'm not sure if it's worth it or n...