Just 20% of U.S. K-12 students will study a foreign language, typically Spanish, and starting around age 15-16. In Europe, 91% of students will study a 2nd language, starting at age 6 to 8.
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Age discrimination in travel
As I have said repeatedly on this blog TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY WHEN YOU ARE YOUNG. DO NOT SAVE YOUR MONEY FOR A FUTURE THAT MAY NEVER ARRIVE.
In addition, there are extra hurdles that arise for older travelers – some are, in effect, age discrimination. But there is nothing we can do about it once we have crossed certain age boundaries.
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Best list: Here’s How to Buy Citizenship in Another Country
Countries where you can buy residency or citizenship through investment programs. This is not a complete list, particularly for investment visas, but it is the most complete list I’ve seen in one place.
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Pandemic drives increase in those seeking foreign residency permits
During the pandemic, high-net-worth individuals have sought citizenship in other countries, hoping to diversify options in not only investment, but lifestyle Source: Pandemic Fuels Demand by Ultra-Wealthy for Investment Migration,…
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“A Passport of Convenience”
Many countries attract investment from high-net-worth individuals by offering residency and/or citizenship for those making direct investments into the country.
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Global citizenship and taxes in the 21st century
Dual residency or dual citizenship is growing in popularity. I suspect that in the 21st century, having either will become common for the elite and even much of the professional class. I was stunned to learn that until 2017, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson held U.S. citizenship.
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The U.S. is falling further behind in global thinking and education
The U.S. is behind and is falling behind in global education skills, including being multi-lingual. This portends a future where the U.S. may be less influential in the world.
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Assume international travel remains impossible into 1H ’22?
Everything is going back to lock down, travel bans and restrictions – as if this is just going to go on forever.
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Can Americans drive to Alaska, through Canada?
In a technical sense, yes, but in a practical sense, not really.
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Where Can Americans Travel Right Now?
This appears to be an up to date list of which countries Americans can travel to, and what are the requirements for entry.
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