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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49,699 viewsDec 28, 2024

Ranked: The World’s Top 15 Bucket List Trips, According To A New Report

Looking for the best places to visit in the world? A new report has revealed the top bucket list trips around the globe, from Bali to seeing the northern lights.

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13,726 viewsDec 28, 2024

The Safest Places To Travel In 2025, According To A New Report

What are the safest places to travel in 2025? A new report highlights key insights for travelers.

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95,812 viewsDec 24, 2024

The Most Affordable Cities To Live In The U.S. (And The Most Expensive), Ranked In A New Report

Looking for the most affordable cities in the U.S.? A new report reveals the least expensive places to live, based on a new cost of living report.

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87,576 viewsNov 30, 2024

The World’s Best Places To Move (Or Retire), Ranked In A New Report

Thinking about living abroad? International Living just released its Annual Global Retirement Index—which highlights the best places to move.

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318,818 viewsNov 24, 2024

Ranked: The 25 Best Cities To Live In The World, According To Expats

What are the best cities to live in the world? Find out with the Expat Insider 2024—a new report that ranks the world's best places to live.