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In the year 2012, the Wall Street Journal crowned Medellín as the most innovative city in the world. Colombia’s second largest city was chosen amongst a list of 200 progressive cities across the globe, and was chosen other finalists such as New York City and Tel Aviv. The driving force in Medellín’s victory was its slick and ingenious transportation system; Metro de Medellín carries over 500,000 passengers per day, and integrates seamlessly with ...

With a combination of modernity and outstanding natural surroundings, Vancouver is one of Canada's most desirable cities. While many visitors have openly mused about moving to this amazing metropolis during their time here, it is worth noting that the cost of living in this place is no joke.  Are you prepared to pay the price to live in paradise? Read on below to see if you have what it takes.   What you can expect to earn here Being th...

When taking on the adventure of travelling abroad, here are a few tid-bits of wisdom to help you to be more aware about what you can expect and how you can prepare. Every travel experience will be unique in it’s own way, so get ready to feel alive!   Thy shall mentally prepare oneself for the experience Travelling is no easy task. There’s the language barrier, the exotically dangerous landscapes, the rickety modes of transportation that you’...

Montreal is one of North America's most culturally rich cities, with no shortage of excellent music, food, and structures that date back as far as the 17th century. It is also quite affordable compared to other centres of comparable size in Canada, making a prime spot to locate for a month or longer.  Here are some details on what to expect cost-wise...    Keeping a roof over your head – your options Hostels: $390 - $885 per month&...

Santa Marta is a small Colombian city nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Sierra Nevada Mountains (famous for boasting the tallest coastal peaks in the world). The city holds a major claim to history as the first Spanish settlement in Colombia (founded in 1525) and for being one of the first Spanish settlements in South America in general. Santa Marta’s historical importance is furthered as the death place of Simón Bolívar, who led many Lat...

Layovers are necessary means of getting to where we need to go, whether its five incredibly long and inconvenient layovers on budget flights, or a simple refuel stop over, each layover is an opportunity to explore new places. Layover time is time that you can utilize to learn about another country or region, not to mention you can also do certain activities to enhance your mental and physical health.     Check in First and foremost, mak...

Standing tall as America's Second City (even if Los Angeles has since passed it in population), Chicago has one of the nation's most vibrant business, food and cultural scenes.  From theater that rivals what is available on Broadway in NYC, to American food standards that subtract years from your life but add to your inner happiness, Chicago has so much to discover that you may want to spend several months here.  If you choose to d...

Washington state may not be a hub of American or international publishing akin to New York, Chicago, or Washington D.C., but it’s definitely one of the most literate. As such, the town has multiple prospects for writers looking to be published and for word-worms looking to intern and/or learn more about the publishing industry in general.   Opportunities for Those Wanting to Publish Their Work: Washington State University Press is an ac...

Toronto is Canada's largest city and its centre of media and culture, but with cultures from all across the globe calling this metropolis of 5.5 million people home, its praises are sung by most that visit this vibrant alpha world city.  Being such a desirable place to live also means that the T Dot (as it is called by many locals) is not the cheapest spot in the world to visit. If you are prepared to shoulder the financial responsibilities ...

Sitting on the island of Oahu in the Hawaiian islands, Honolulu is the capital of America's 50th state. For the winter weary, this place is the stuff of dreams, with lush tropical foliage, divine beaches, and year round warm weather serving as a convenient reality for those who call this magnificent metropolis home. With its location on the doorstep of the many islands that comprise Oceania, its relative proximity to Asia, and its tropical a...