Living in the UK – particularly London, is expensive. Let's say the truth, it's really expensive. If you are moving to the British capital, you need to be prepared financially, especially if you have been saving up for quite some time before the move. If you are…
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Best Christmas Getaways from London - Top 10 UK Christmas Destinations
London is great. There is no doubt about it. However, sometimes you might need to get away from the big smoke and find some peace elsewhere. This is why, here at Spotahome, we've compiled a list of the Best Christmas Getaways from London. 1. Bath One of my…
The Best Christmas Lights in London
Visiting London during this time of the year or living in the capital is something incredible and truly amazing. I remember when I used to walk down Oxford Street only to admire the stunning decorations and check out the crazy lights of the shops. After a careful Instagram research, I…
11 Christmassy Things to do in London
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is just around the corner and we’re about to spice it up with our choices of favourite Christmassy things to do London.…
10 Kind Ideas to Celebrate World's Kindness Day
Did you know that today, November 13, is World Kindness Day? While life can be rough sometimes, we should never forget to be kind with each other. Whether in your real life or your digital one, remember to be kind. Here are 10 Kind Ideas to Celebrate World's…
Best Mobile Deals in the UK - November 2018
Who doesn't love shopping for mobile phones? Me. Once upon a time, I thought it was easy to find the best deal around. Pick the phone you want, go the website of one of the mobile dealers, find the cheapest price and buy it. Well...not exactly. Once…
Job Hunting in London: When is the Best Time?
From applications to interviews, the process of finding a job is exhausting and nerve-wrecking. Spotahome breaks down the best times for looking for a job in London!…
Spotahome Guide to the Best New Year's Eve Events in London
Welcome to London! A city that surely knows how to impress every day of the year, but that definitely goes beyond itself on the last night of the year. Here's our guide to the best events, parties, dinners and other things to do this New Year’s Eve…
Spotahome's Guide to the Weirdest, Most Unique and Wonderful Venues in London
London, AKA; Landan town, LDN, The Big Smoke, whatever you want to call it, there is no denying that it is a pretty impressive city. Home to some really great, unique and breath-taking attractions, there really is a lot to see here. However, away from the tourist trap and the…
Must-Read Books Before Moving to London
One of the things I always do when travelling is to read a book about the place I'm about to visit. Ten years ago, before moving to London, I had read hundreds of books about the city and here are my favourites. 1 London: A Travel Guide Through…
10 Things No One Tells You About Living in London
10 things no one tells you about living in London - did you know that you'll get black boogers on your daily commute? Check out some other random facts!…
London VS Berlin: The Ultimate Verdict
I've been sitting at this lovely cafe in Dalston, London for about an hour. I was pondering how to develop this article. You know, I'm in a tricky position. Two of my favourite cities fighting on the ring. And, as the appointed judge, I have to…
Italian Expats in London: 8 Things You Must Know
Moving to another country and living abroad is one of the best things you can do in your life. But it also quite nerve - wracking. Especially for Italians. Not only you'll have to take in another city, country, language and culture. Also a totally different food. And…
How to Make Money (and Furry Friends) Dog Sitting in London
London is one of the most expensive cities in the world and most students get a part-time job to survive while studying here. The majority finds a bartending job at a pub, some get studies-related jobs or a paid internship in London, some other babysit...but why not thinking outside…
International Literacy Day: The 10 Best Activities for Bookworms in London
Now, it is common knowledge that fiction is one of the most relaxing and most enjoyable pass times in all human existence. Whether it's television series, films or books, we are really programmed to enjoy watching and reading the lives of other people play out in front of…
British Food? Give it another try at the British Food Fortnight 2018
When I moved to London, back in 2008, I had two massive culture shocks. The first was the lack of little cute independent cafes to get my espresso morning kick. The second, was the (British) food. All the stereotypes about food beyond the Channel suddently were on my taste buds.…
So findest Du ein Praktikum in London
Wie, wo, was, warum - wir haben die wichtigsten Tipps für dein Praktikum in London. Warum genau jetzt der richtige Zeitpunkt für ein Praktikum in London ist. Wo Du es findest. Wie Du es anstellst.…
How to Find the Perfect Internship in London, UK
So, you finally have a great CV and have prepared super well for your interview. It's now time to find the perfect internship in London. Follow this guide to swiftly enter the job market in London and get your spot! You surely have already scouted the internet and…
Best Expats Jobs in London
Many students, interns and professionals dream of finding an expat job in London. I remember moving to London with only one suitcase over 10 years ago, scared and lonely for my first expat experience. If you are looking for a job in London as a foreigner, there are several ways…
The Best Bank Accounts for Students in the UK
Student life can be hard, but it doesn't need to be harder than necessary. If you are moving to study in the UK, we've got made it simple as we compiled for you this list of the best bank accounts for students in the UK Questions…
A Day in the Life of a Freelancer in London
Living in London is so expensive, how can you do it as a freelancer?” That’s the question I get the most. Truth be told, it’s really not that hard - you just need to know where to find your gigs and how to put yourself out there.…
Spotahome's Guide to London's Secret Cafes
London is a coffee haven, but sometimes it's just way too easy to stick to your Starbucks, Pret, Costa or Nero. But if you want to expand your coffee taste buds and dive deeper in the London cafe scene, you absolutely need to check out some of London's most secret coffee shops!…
High-Tea London - Was es ist und die coolsten Plätze
Die Teekultur in England hat eine lange Tradition. Erfahre mehr über den Afternoon Tea von heute und entdecke das High-Tea in London sowie die coolsten Plätze.…
How to Write your CV and Cover Letter in London
If you are looking for the perfect job in London, you need to get your CV and cover letter sorted. In the UK way. This article is a tailored guide to getting hired in London from someone who worked in the recruitment and management consulting field in the UK since…
7 Safest Places to Live in London
So you took the brilliant decision to move to the best city in the world A - M - A - Z - I - N - G Really, you couldn't pick a better place than the British capital, the city that never sleeps, the European hub of…