Stonehenge
This Stonehenge Post has been updated September 2019. Stonehenge was something I had always wanted to see. And I can now say I have seen it a few times. But I remember the very first time, sitting in the bus it was fast approaching. It was getting bigger and bigger...
What to pack for a Working Holiday to London and the UK
Packing is an arduous task at the best of times, trying to squeeze in everything you think you will need for an extended stay or a working holiday in London and the UK can be a challenge. I know, when I went to London on a working holiday I didn't know...
Money Matters – How much to take and how to take it to London & the UK
Money matters when you are travelling. Cause did you know, the heaviest baggage for a traveller is an empty purse? Therefore, try and save as much money as possible for your trip to London and the UK. The more you have the more freedom and choice you have...
Travel Insurance for a UK Working Holiday
Accidents and mishaps happen when you are least expecting them to, and as most of them are out of our control having travel insurance that covers you for your travels is very important. Travel insurance can be complex and is often very confusing so before...
Airfare to London & the UK | Flight to London & the UK
There are many ways to get to the UK and in particular London - as the saying says 'all roads lead to London' - however, as the UK is an island the quickest way is to fly. And there are many routes you can take where you can include a stopover or...
Accommodation in London & the UK
You are spoilt for choice with the available accommodation in London and the UK. It ranges from sharing a hostel room to small B&Bs to large hotels and even castles are throwing open their doors. But for your arrival in the UK you will need some...
UK Working Holiday Visas
The UK has a number of visas allowing you to visit however, many people like to go on an extended stay in the UK and this is possible with the working holiday and ancestral visas that are available. This is great news because you can undertake work to fund...
Things to see and do in London | A 5 day itinerary for first timers
I had dreamt about seeing some of London’s tourist spots. Buckingham Palace was top of the list along with Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. And I wasn’t disappointed either when I finally got to see them. What made it even better was the fact...
Bar Work – a great traveller’s job in the UK
A pub on every cornerIf you have heard the saying 'there's a pub on every corner' - well, it's true. And this is great news if you would like a job working in an English pub. Pub culture is a huge part of the UK way of life and has been for hundreds of years. They can...
Best time to move to London
Any time is a good time to visit London, although the seasons, the cost of airfares and accommodation, the availability of work, finishing your studies and the possibility of attending special events can all play a major role as to when you actually go. The...