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Cheat Sheet / Updated 05-12-2025
Moving abroad comes with a lot of decisions, but having the right information can make the process smoother. This Cheat Sheet covers key topics to help you get started.Top visas for living abroadWhether you want to work, study, or retire abroad, you need the proper permission. Find out which visa is the best fit for you:Short-stay visa: Typically permits you to stay in a country for 30 to 180 days.
Moving Abroad For Dummies
Expert guidance for anyone who wants to settle down in another country Moving Abroad For Dummies is for anyone contemplating pulling the trigger on moving out of their homeland for a short time or for good. Be it to enhance a career, retire more comfortably on savings, or find a culture that's a better fit for you, relocating abroad takes some planning to be done right.
Budget Travel For Dummies
Tips and tricks for stretching your travel budget all the way around the world Budget Travel For Dummies will help you plan your next vacation and make it affordable, with tips on how to maximize your budget and squeeze amazing experiences out of every penny. Written by a travel expert who has visited 60 countries across 6 continents, this book will help you find the best deals, including cheap flights and accommodations.
Sustainable Travel For Dummies
How to travel lightly across planet Earth Sustainable Travel For Dummies is for travelers of all ages and budgets who want to reduce their carbon footprints, respect and protect the planet, contribute to local economies, and incorporate conservation into their travel experiences. That’s you! This easy-to-read guide shows you what sustainable travel is, why it’s important, and how to do it—with no travel shaming.
Solo Travel For Dummies
A friendly resource to help you prepare for exciting domestic or international travel—on your own Solo Travel For Dummies teaches you how to plan the solo trip of a lifetime with must-know info, insider tricks, safety essentials, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned jetsetter or nervous first timer, you’ll learn everything you need to know.
Article / Updated 08-14-2023
We asked the thousands of hosts through our blog and online courses, “What was the best purchase you’ve made as an Airbnb host?” Some were obvious, and some were surprising. Here are ten that you should consider when hosting on Airbnb. Futon couch or sofa bed If you have enough space for a traditional couch, you’ll likely have enough space for a sofa bed or futon couch instead, which increases your Airbnb listing’s occupancy capacity to sleep an additional guest and permanently increase your earning potential.
Article / Updated 08-14-2023
After your guest checks out, your work as their Airbnb host still isn’t complete. The hours and days afterward are an opportunity for you to put the finishing touches to a successful reservation.After checkout is a great time to follow up with your guests and provide some incentives to encourage potential future bookings.
Article / Updated 08-14-2023
If you’re already putting in the time and energy to hosting on Airbnb, why not get the most from your hosting efforts? This list has ten strategies that have helped hosts to earn more while hosting. Put your best listing forward Most new hosts who complain about not earning as much as they want have low hanging fruits with their property listing, which can include having photos taken from their phones from the wrong angles with poor lighting at the wrong time of day.
Article / Updated 08-14-2023
Even though both launching and maintaining a successful Airbnb listing takes planning and effort, as a host, doing some simple things can help you earn more, stress less, or both. Here are ten helpful tips for happy hosting. ©Kostikova/Shutterstock.com Research your market before hosting Smart hosts research their market before hosting to know exactly what to expect in their market.
Article / Updated 08-14-2023
To create a smooth and seamless check-in for your Airbnb guests, you must first understand what guests want and don’t want to experience during their check-ins. Only then can you make the necessary preparations for a smooth and painless check-in for all of your guests.Just as you were responsive and timely in your communications with prospective guests before they made their bookings, you must communicate with your guests after they book and before they check in.