Laura Begley Bloom

Laura Begley Bloom

Senior Contributor|Travel

I’m a travel and lifestyle authority and a content strategist. In this column, "Transformative Travel," I look at how travel can change lives. I profile the doers and the disrupters and cover the trends and the destinations that appeal to modern travelers. I have been writing

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The 20 Most Beautiful (And Undiscovered) Villages In Italy—Winners Of A 2025 Contest

Looking for the best places to visit in Italy in 2025? These under-the-radar—and surprisingly affordable—towns were just named the most beautiful villages in Italy.

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This Affordable European Country Is Launching A Digital Nomad Visa: Here’s What You Need To Know

Want to live in Europe while working remotely? Slovenia is launching a one-year digital nomad visa. Here’s why this budget-friendly country might be a smart move.

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104,334 viewsJun 18, 2025

The 20 Best Cities To Live In The World, According To A 2025 Report

Looking for the best cities to live in the world—including the best places to live in the U.S.? The new Global Liveability Index ranks cities on quality of life and more.

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7,764 viewsJun 8, 2025

Work From Home Or Anywhere: Best Remote Jobs For Digital Nomads, According To FlexJobs

Looking for the best remote companies to work for in 2025? FlexJobs just released a new report highlighting jobs that let you work from home—or anywhere.

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7,441 viewsMay 31, 2025

Tourists, Beware: Europe Cracks Down With Bans, Fines And Restrictions For 2025

From flip-flop fines to beach smoking bans to selfie crackdowns, Europe travel rules are getting stricter. Here’s what tourists need to know.