1MN #080: Slow Routes, Smart Budgets, and the Places in Between
From Türkiye’s legendary Doğu Express and budget-friendly Italy to Uzbekistan’s design legacy and Australia’s best beach towns for remote work.
In the Loop
Riding The Rails All aboard the Doğu Express, the cult Turkish train you’ve never heard of: Traveling 800 miles from the Turkish capital Ankara to the city of Kars, the 26-hour Doğu Express has long been a fixture on Türkiye’s night train circuit.
How to Plan a Trip to Italy on a Budget: You don’t need a five-star budget to wander cobblestone streets, sip espresso at the bar, and watch the sun set over the Italian coast—you just need a plan.
Spotlight Destination
In Western Uzbekistan, a Rich Design Heritage is the Foundation of the Future: While exploring a remote corner of the country, Michael Snyder learns how millennia-old craft and design traditions are forging a modern culture among the ruins.
7 Best Beach Towns in Australia for Digital Nomads: If your ideal day is a morning deep-work sprint and an afternoon ocean dip, you’re in the right place.
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