Welcome back to Expat News by Expat Rebel. Here’s a weekly digest to keep you updated on the Expat World. If you were forwarded this message, you can get the free weekly email here.
We’ve curated the latest travel news, shared insights into the global expat experience, and highlighted key updates for those with a keen eye on Mexico and its thriving expat scene.
🌍 Travel News Highlights:
- Feeling Fernweh: Dive into the German concept of “fernweh” and explore the current travel landscape.
- Air Travel Boom: Discover the projections for a significant increase in global air travel in 2024.
- Self-Service Screening: Learn about the TSA’s latest move with self-service airport screening.
- Clear’s Evolution: Clear is set to introduce facial recognition technology for an enhanced travel experience.
- New Rules for Brazil Travel: Understand the implications of the new visa rules for travelers heading to Brazil.
- Hotel Room Service Changes: Explore how hotels are changing their approach to room service with minimum charges.
- Sustainable Aviation: Witness a milestone as Emirates and Virgin Atlantic fly planes powered by sustainable aviation fuel.
- Marriott’s Resort Fee Game: Delve into the debate on Marriott’s resort fees.
- Booking.com Enters Cruises: Booking.com now offers content for cruise bookings.
- Southwest Points Devaluation: Stay informed about the upcoming devaluation of Southwest points.
- Navigating Talkative Seatmates: Learn how to manage talkative seatmates on your next flight.
- Aisle vs. Window Seats: Discover why pro travelers prefer aisle seats.
🌴 Best Of 2024:
- Top Airbnb Stays: Explore the best Airbnbs and vacation rentals globally.
- 2024’s Top Destinations: Plan your travels with insights into the best places to visit in 2024.
🌐 Expat Insights:
- Rethinking the American Dream: Understand why more Americans are considering a life abroad.
- Pessimism Fuels Overseas Moves: Explore how pessimism about the future is driving Americans to seek better lives abroad.
- Retaining US Citizenship: Get insights into why retaining US citizenship for expats makes financial sense.
- Safety Tips for Women Expats: Read important safety tips for women expats.
- Ecuador’s Role in Hosting Refugees: Discover why Ecuador ranks fourth globally in hosting foreign refugees.
- Cuenca’s Tourism Recognition: Celebrate Cuenca’s recognition as a “Rincón Mágico del Ecuador”.
🇲🇽 México Expat Updates:
- Health Tourism in Mexico: Explore why Mexico is the second most popular destination for health tourism.
- Real Estate Boom in Quintana Roo: Witness the real estate boom in Quintana Roo with 44,000 units for sale.
- Insights on the Tren Maya: Plan your journey with insights into Tren Maya’s times, prices, and more.
- Tulum Airport Challenges: Be prepared for challenges flying into Tulum’s new airport with high transportation costs.
- American Airlines to Riviera Maya: Learn about American Airlines’ new serviceto the Riviera Maya.
📰 In Case You Missed It:
- Tourist Tax in Quintana Roo: Get the details on the new tourist tax in Quintana Roo.
- Oaxaca: World’s Favorite City: Discover why Oaxaca has been named the number one city in the world for the second consecutive year.
- Venice’s Day-Tripper Fee: Understand the details of Venice’s new day-tripper fee.
Thank you for joining us on this journey through the latest travel trends, expat insights, and updates from Mexico. We hope these stories have added a splash of wanderlust to your day and provided valuable information for your future adventures.
Should you have any questions, want more details on a specific topic, or have travel stories of your own to share, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our inbox is always open!
Safe travels and until next time,
Chris
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