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10 things you should know before moving to Oxford
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Ever dreamed of living in the City of Dreaming Spires? With its impeccable history stretching straight back through culture, literature, academia, and...

10 hidden gems in London
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Oh, there is so much more to see in London than Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Thames. Yes, we have some of England’s most iconic historic buildin...

10 reasons to love Barcelona
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Hands up whose heart beats for Barcelona (or will, once they get there). On this magic Earth of ours there are cities that have “that little something...

10 things you should know before moving to Brighton
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Brighton, baby! So, you’re thinking of moving to one of the UK’s most vibrant and exciting cities, complete with a thriving arts scene and a stunning ...

10 things you should know before moving to Malta
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Wanderlust starting to chip away at you? If you’ve been dreaming of a longer trip to a place where the sun (almost) never stops shining, now is a grea...

10 things you should know before moving to Dublin
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Getting itchy feet lately? There’s no time like the present to start researching and planning longer trips abroad or a big move to your dream city.Dub...

10 things you should know before moving to Vancouver
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With many of us currently dreaming of a change of scenery, it’s a great time to start researching and planning ahead for longer trips or that big move...

10 hidden gems in Boston
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Boston: home of the Red Sox, Harvard University and Mark Wahlberg. For a properly authentic Boston experience, trade the well-trodden tourist sites li...

Here’s how language learning abroad looks during COVID-19
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This year hasn’t quite been what anyone imagined. With the unprecedented challenges arising from COVID-19, we’ve all had to adjust to a “new normal”. ...

Gap year guide to Asia
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Asia is the ultimate backpacking continent. It’s a region of striking contrasts that’s big on adventure and full of jaw-dropping sights. From futurist...

Mind the gap: Why it’s good to take some time off
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“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone” – Neale Donald WalschTaking the step from high school to university is a crucial transition that will de...

10 tips for moving abroad on your own
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Whether it’s to learn a new language, accept a job offer, or start your studies, moving abroad changes your life.Step One: Decide to move abroad after...