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The World's Top 10 Christmas Markets by Send My Bag

The World's Top 10 Christmas Markets

What better way to get into the festive spirit than walking around a Christmas market with a warm hot chocolate in hand, indulging in an array of cultural cuisines, and having a drink with your friends in the beer tent where you can soak in the Christmas cheer. We've selected some of the best markets for you to visit this year. 

Bringing a Dog Abroad: Things to Consider

Bringing a Dog Abroad: Things to Consider

Bringing a dog abroad can create difficulty if you want to move to a new country. Getting your dog abroad and settled into your new home is something that you may be worried about, as a dog tends to become an important member of the family. Here's a list of things to consider in order to successfully relocate your precious pooch.

The Best Cities for Christmas Shopping by Send My Bag

The Best Cities for Christmas Shopping

Whether you love or hate Christmas shopping, it is an excuse to book a city break and soak up the Christmas cheer of another city. Send My Bag have put together this blog with the most festive cities to make the most out of Christmas shopping.

Top Reasons to Move to Canada

Top Reasons to Move to Canada

Canada ranked among the best countries to move to in the 2019 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey. In this survey, expats said Canada has a diverse society and culture, which makes settling in easier. There are also lots of opportunities for career progression. In this blog Send My Bag have put together the top reasons why the country is one of the best places to relocate to.

Top Reasons to Move to New Zealand

Top Reasons to Move to New Zealand

New Zealand snapped up a leading spot in the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey for 2018 and 2019, which ranks the best places to live and work abroad as an expat. In this blog Send My Bag have put together the top reasons to move to New Zealand.

Top 10 Places to Study Abroad

Top 10 Places to Study Abroad

Studying abroad is a student experience that is not to be missed! By studying abroad you get to experience a new culture, meet new people, gain international education, and overcome the challenges of living in a new country.

Top 10 Places to Live as an Expat for Work-Life Balance

Top 10 Places to Live as an Expat for Work-Life Balance

Many expats relocate for better career opportunities and a better lifestyle. According to the 2019 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey, 47% of expats under 35 relocate to further their career, with 80% of these increasing their earnings upon moving abroad.

Moving to the UK: Living on a Budget

Moving to the UK: Living on a Budget

While the rising cost of living is making it difficult to live on a budget in the UK, there are still things that you can do and resources you can use to help you make your money go that little bit further. We have put these together in this blog post.

10 Ways to Deal with Stress at University

10 Ways to Deal with Stress at University

Despite what people may say, students are  susceptible to stress. From the pressure of performing well in your studies to the stress of living away from home and having to manage your finances. Send My Bag have put together this blog to give you some top tips on de-stressing while at university. 

Six Habits of High Performing Students

Six Habits of High Performing Students

Send My Bag have put together this blog on the common habits of high-performing students, which, when developed over time, can remove the stressful dilemma of leaving everything to the last-minute. These habits are based more on the idea of studying smarter, rather than harder!

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Student House Hunting Tips During COVID-19

Student House Hunting Tips During COVID-19

Besides all of the fun and games that a shared house can bring, there are also some boring adult things to do. Firstly, the process of finding and successfully getting a house, then things like picking rooms, setting up Wi-Fi, electricity, TV, splitting bills and so on. There’s also the small matter of staying safe and acting responsibly, especially in light of the current situation.

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Top Tips for being a Productive Student

Top Tips for being a Productive Student

Productivity at University is a challenge when you also want to enjoy your student days, having spontaneous nights out during the week, having a day out with friends or binge-watching Netflix all day when you have no seminars or lectures. Send My Bag have included our top tips for being productive at University, so that you can do what is needed done and still enjoy the fun part of University!

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Face Coverings Mandatory at Ulster University

Face Coverings Mandatory at Ulster University

Staff and students at Ulster University (UU) in Northern Ireland will have to wear face coverings in lectures and classes when the 2020/21 academic year begins on 21 September.

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