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6. I get really offended when people bad-mouth the U.S. This is a habit that has unfortunately gotten worse over the years. I’ve just heard so much negativity at this point that I can barely stop myself from leaving the room when foreigners tell me things like, “I think Americans are really stupid.” Are you or are you not aware of my nationality? … [Read more...] about 10 Ways that Travel Permanently Changed Me

5. Assets must create income to be an asset  Your company and investments should be regularly generating positive cash flow. If your company is upside down, it’s time to re-evaluate the company’s priorities. Based on cash flow, you can determine whether it’s time to expand, add partners, get investors, sell or shut it down as a loss. … [Read more...] about 7 Steps to Reduce Your Taxes by 10-40% Permanently

What is fluency?1. Learn as much as possible before you go abroad.2. Immerse yourself.3. Live with a host family.4. Carry around a notebook and pocket dictionary.5. Absorb media in your target language. 6. Try a language exchange.7. Make a serious effort to remember every word.8. Get a boyfriend or girlfriend who speaks your target language.9.  Don’t be afraid to make mistakes.10. Don’t be afraid to be pushy when necessary.And most importantly, don’t give up. You can do this.What didn’t work for me:Apps that can help you learn:Books that can help:So what makes me an expert anyway?Enjoyed this post? Subscribe here! … [Read more...] about 10 Tips for Becoming Fluent in a Second (or Third!) Language

Sheets and Blankets Even if you don’t splurge on a new mattress, topping off your old bed with luxurious new sheets can transform your sleep. The majority of luxury hotels use all-white bedding for that crisp and clean look, so emulate that style for upscale impact. Look for high-thread-count sheets made from Percale, which tends to feel lighter and more airy than other materials. The Company Store’s 400-Thread Count Supmia Percale Sheet Set is made from American-grown cotton that feels amazing—the set has an option for an extra-deep fitted sheet so you don’t have to fight with a fitted sheet that slides off the corners of your mattress in the middle of the night. … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Make Your Bedroom Feel like a Hotel Room

Hurawalhi Island Resort This is the place of honeymoon dreams! For starters, it’s strictly adults-only. It’s also home to an all-glass underwater restaurant (the world’s largest). Everything is beautifully designed and carefully considered – from the sandy-floored lobby to the breathtaking infinity pool. They even have a ‘dream island’ – a private desert island where you can spend a romantic afternoon marooned with a picnic (and a walkie-talkie to radio your Man Friday when you’d like to be picked up). The resort has its own marine biologist, who runs workshops and trips to share her knowledge and passion for the ocean and conservation. Other highlights include the spa, and the over-water trampolines that come with the villas – the perfect place to unwind with a glass of champagne. … [Read more...] about 10 of the most beautiful Maldives resorts to dream about