So, you’re moving to London, huh? Congratulations! Welcome to the city of Big Ben, fish and chips and… erm… other British stereotypes. There are a few things you should do before you move to London to make sure you have a hassle-free stay. 5 Things to Do Before You…
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10 Commandments of Finding Accommodation in a New City
Finding accommodation in a new city for short or long-term stays can be daunting. Digital Nomads have to find a new home regularly, so we asked the Digital Nomad Girls community for their best tips and tricks. Here are their 10 commandments for finding accommodation in a new city: Thou…
Magical Things You Can Do in London During Christmas
It’s November and that officially means we can start discussing Christmas, putting up decorations and having Christmas playlists on replay… right? There are only a few cities that turn truly magical during Christmas and one of them is surely London. Christmas in London is an adventure. Don’t believe…
5 Unique Places to Eat and Drink in Bethnal Green
We love restaurants & bars and we especially love them in London. With a million trillion billion (this might be a slightly exaggerated number) unique & impressive restaurants and bars, we decided to narrow them down to 5 best per neighborhood. Looking for a flat or a room to rent…
12 Awesome & FREE iPhone Apps for Expats in London
London is big. So big it has apps specifically designed for its residents. We kept it minimal as we understand you really don’t need 20 new apps – hurray for those who still use phones with low storage ? And the best part? All apps are completely FREE! 12 apps for…
5 Underrated London Markets You Should Visit at Least Once
London has plenty of markets. Imagine yourself walking down the mazes of stalls, sampling delicious food and stopping by your favorite vendor to have a chat. There’s no tourists, just energetic locals. Ah, to live in London. We’ve all heard of Camden Town and Portobello, but do you…
9 London Instagramers You Need To Follow
By now, you know that despite my current status as a nomad, a traveller and wanderer, I am Londoner at heart. And, while I roam the planet in search of inspirations, cultural immersions and food somersaults, I always keep an eye on my beloved L-a-a-a-ndon. The instagramers below are the…
5 Absolutely Important Things to Know When Moving to London
As you know from my Confessions of an Intern Abroad, I moved to the English capital when I was a naive and penniless 22 years old. At that time smartphones and the internet were not as popular as they are today and it was important to do your research beforehand.…
Tips For New Expats: What Nobody Tells You About Moving Abroad
So, you are ready to go and start your new life overseas? That’s great news! Here are some tips for new expats you should keep in mind before taking off and touch base in a foreign land. Trust us on this one, we speak from personal experience! Embrace minimalism…
World’s Craziest LGBT Pride Parades
Gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans love is celebrated every year all around the world to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots which were the consequence of strong protests against the police which attacked the gay community in Manhattan, New York. Usually celebrated on the last Sunday of June, the parades bring…
Things to do in London: 10 Best Secret Places in London
Think you’ve seen all of London? Looking for inspiration? To escape? A new weekend adventure or just a quiet, undisturbed corner? Check out Spotahome’s 10 best secret places in London you just have to see! 1. The seven noses of Soho Bored over the weekend? Go find the…
Celebrities who Went to University in the UK: London Universities With Celebrity Students
Did you share your university with a celebrity? It is highly likely that a celebrity has walked the halls of your university. You may have even used the same desk as your idol. Find out if a celebrity attended YOUR university! London is home to some of the best universities…
The Best British Movies set in London: Zombies, Brad Pitt & Goats
Brad Pitt boxing, Playboy bunnies, and a boy singing Killing Me Softly… what do they have in common? Why, they are some of the most well known British movies set in London! So if you have moved to the big capital and you want to be either a geezer, a…