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Zachary Friedman

Zachary Friedman is an accomplished travel writer and professional blogger. Since 2011, he has traveled to 66 countries and 6 continents. He founded 'Where The Road Forks' in 2017 to provide readers with information and insights based on his travel and outdoor recreation experience and expertise. Zachary is also an avid cyclist and hiker. Living as a digital nomad, Zachary balances his professional life with his passions for hiking, camping, cycling, and worldwide exploration. For a deeper dive into his journey and background, visit the About page. For inquiries and collaborations, please reach out through the Contact page. You can also follow him on Facebook.

Brazil is becoming an increasingly popular destination for expats, digital nomads, and retirees. This beautiful South American country offers beautiful beaches, great food, a warm climate, friendly people, and a relatively low cost of living. There are some drawbacks. It’s not the safest country and there can be a strong language barrier if you don’t …

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Istanbul is becoming an increasingly popular destination for expats and digital nomads. The city offers a good quality of life, excellent health care, great food, an easy residency process, lots of history and culture, and a relatively low cost of living. There are some drawbacks to consider. There can be a language barrier and the …

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Mexico City has quickly become one of the most popular destinations for expats and digital nomads. This massive city offers incredible food, fascinating history, loads of culture, great weather, and all the modern comforts you could need. The cost of living is also reasonable. Of course, there are some drawbacks to consider. It’s not the …

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Rio de Janeiro can be an excellent destination for expats, retirees, or digital nomads. The city offers natural beauty, excellent beaches, lots of culture, good infrastructure, and a relatively low cost of living. Of course, there are some drawbacks to consider. It’s not the safest city and there can be a difficult language barrier if …

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Capsule hotels are becoming increasingly common across East Asia. Particularly in Japan. In a capsule hotel, you sleep in a small pod with just a mattress inside. There are shared bathrooms and common spaces. Capsule hotels are cheaper than regular hotels and they are surprisingly comfortable. There are some drawbacks. They don’t offer the same …

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Overlanding has become increasingly popular in recent years. One of the most useful overlanding accessories is an off-road trailer or overland trailer. These durable trailers allow you to carry more gear and supplies so you can explore more remote locations comfortably and conveniently. Some models also include sleeping quarters or a rack to mount a …

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Staying in a hostel for the first time can be a little bit anxiety-inducing. Maybe you’re anxious about sleeping in the same room with strangers. Maybe you’re worried that you won’t meet anyone. You might be concerned about security. Maybe you’re just worried about feeling awkward. These are all valid concerns.  In this guide, I’ll …

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RVs come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and designs. Some models only offer sleeping space while others offer a range of amenities including a full kitchen, bathroom, dining area, and entertainment systems. In this guide, I’ll outline 19 different types of RVs, explain the features and amenities, and list the pros and cons …

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Every season presents its own set of challenges while traveling. Even though the weather is beautiful, the summer travel season is crowded, hot, and expensive. In this guide, I outline some of the most important summer travel tips to help you beat the heat, avoid the crowds, and save money. Hopefully, this makes your summer …

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