4 Underrated Ways To Reduce The Baggage You Take On Holiday
Holidays are amazing, but lugging a heavy suitcase around in this heatwave and paying overpriced additional baggage charges is less fun. As well as generally reducing the number of clothes we own to create a sustainable and stylish capsule wardrobe, we’re looking to reduce the number of items we take on holiday. Here are...
Why Expert Travel Advice Is Still Key To The Industry
Ten years ago, travel agencies were a well-established feature of any high street. Now, they’re in terminal decline. Industry behemoth Thomas Cook folded as a result of the pandemic, while other former stalwarts like Tui struggled to stay afloat amid haemorrhaging profits. There are some who say that this collapse was...
8 Best Beach Communities For Expats
Moving to another country can be exciting – you have the freedom to choose the best location for your new home. This freedom comes with responsibility and it’s wise to pay close attention to these decisions. So, if you can pick a place to enjoy your work and spend time on the beach –...
Take The Climate Guilt Out Of Your Holiday With Our Top Travel Tips
The pandemic scuppered international travel for many of us, and understandably the nation is looking forward to getting away for a change of scenery. However, with the climate crisis a growing consideration for everyone, even when we’re away, OLIO’s co-founder Tessa Clarke shares her top travel tips for holidaying as sustainably as possible. ...
Road Tripping Around Europe As An Expat: The Essentials
Road tripping anywhere at all, especially if they are very long ones can be either interesting or very boring. It actually depends on how you plan it. Most of what may come up as problems during the journey can be planned against. You can also prepare yourself to ensure you get the best out...
Skiing In Summer? These Destinations Make It Possible
While the warm spring months are instilling joy in our hearts, they’re also reminding us that the ski season is almost over. The resorts are getting quieter, with more people swapping their ski boots for sandals. Shops and restaurants at prime ski locations are closing down, and skiers and snowboarders are trying to make...
Travel With The Seasons: The Dream Life Of A Timeless Ski Instructor
Being a ski instructor is a glamorous lifestyle that many desire to have. Jetting off to a winter wonderland ski resort is a dream come true for many, and it’s likely that we all know a would-be ski instructor. A social media page brimming with photos and videos of snow-covered slopes, stunning mountain views,...
5 Reasons Why You Should Research Laws Before Traveling Abroad
For those who love to travel, there are a lot of considerations that go into making a trip successful. Something even the most seasoned travelers neglect to do is to research what the laws are in the country they’ll be staying in. If you’re only spending a day or two in a country, it...
Top Tips For Expats On How To Enjoy Their Journey In New York
As one of the most progressive cities in the world, New York offers residents and visitors alike plenty to do and see. People who want a change from their native country will find New York offers cultural diversity, great restaurants, and many opportunities for businesses that they might look for while moving. When considering...
Top 10 Places In Europe Perfect For A Workcation
Since the pandemic started, more and more people are working from home. According to statistics, 60% of the UK’s adult population currently works from home, and 26% of Brits plan to continue working from home permanently or occasionally. Working from home is great for work-life balance, but you can very quickly become bored of...
8 Technologies That Make The Life Of An Expat Easier
Expats are faced with several challenges and there is an emotional pain that can come with it. It can be difficult for some to make friends and build new relationships in their new environment. Barriers in language and adjusting to different business cultures can pose more problems. However, technology is always available to bail anyone...
Ways To Travel While Paying Off Your Student Loan
Once you’re finished with school and out in the real world, you may feel like your vast student loan debt is holding you back instead of opening up opportunities. Now, you must work to steadily pay the debt down to avoid creating even more debt in excess interest and fees. You may think you...