Sometimes when traveling a strange and rather unexpected thing can happen – we fall so much in love with the place we are visiting (or the people – or more likely person – we meet there) that we don’t want to leave. Although in most cases we have to go back home, that doesn’t mean we have to stay there, and it doesn’t mean we want to call it home anymore. If you choose to move abroad then there are a lot of factors to consider – here...

One idea that will allow you to have an enjoyable time and break, but where you won’t have to spend as much money is if you plan a ‘staycation.’ It’s a great opportunity to unwind and kick back without the added pressure and stress of leaving your hometown. You may take pleasure in the peace and quiet that comes from you not having to travel far distances and deal with crowds of people at the airport. There are plenty of activities for you to do and sights to see...

In addition to the wonders of the natural environment and the many fascinating locations to visit when you’re on vacation, there’s another kind of attraction you should consider including in your itinerary. Wherever you go, there will be shows and events of various kinds going on in the area, and as you wouldn’t normally be close enough to attend, it’s a great opportunity to experience things you wouldn’t have the chance to otherwise. When you’re planning your trip, have a look at what will be taking place in...

It doesn’t matter how successful a person is in life if their mental health isn’t right then the effects are felt everywhere. Mental health is how a person feels psychologically, and effects emotions, decision making, and almost any mental process. Almost everyone will experience some kind of mental health issue during their lifetime, ranging from mild to a severe illness. Your whole outlook comes from within the mind, so if you feel like you are struggling don’t suffer in silence. Read these tips on good mental health to...

Travelling can leave a huge dent on your bank account but there are ways you can save on your travel expenses without compromising on the quality of your travelling experience. The secret to trimming your travel expenses and having a memorable trip on a budget is to plan ahead of time and prioritize what’s important do your while travelling. This will help identify the expenses to cut down and which ones to spend generously on so as to come up with a budget that ensures you have the...

When I moved to the US I was talking to my blogger friend from Go See Write about how I used Jack's Flight Club for cheap flights, but that it's only for flights out of the UK and Ireland. He immediately informed me about the US equivalent, Scott's Cheap Flights, which has the same concept. Scott's Cheap Flights is an email list that you can subscribe to in order to get alerts on the best flight deals. Imagine it like a warning system for things like error fares or...

In the UK, Jack's Flight Club has become one of THE most important money-saving tools for travel bloggers, travel hackers and anyone wishing to get seriously cheap flights. Although I now live in the US, I joined Jack's Flight Club when I was living in London and have been a member for almost a year now, so I thought I would share my review for anyone who is thinking of signing up: What is Jack's Flight Club? Jack's Flight Club is an email newsletter that anyone can sign up for in order to...

When I moved to the US I was faced with a problem. How do I transfer my money from my UK bank accounts to my newly opened US account? Banks charge excessive fees for transfers and when transferring large sums of money, there was no way I was going to pay more than I needed to. My current UK bank (Halifax) charges £9.50 for any international transfer, plus a £12 US "correspondent bank fee".  There's also a 3.20% markup between the exchange rate they give me and the actual wholesale exchange...

Paris was once the undisputed capital of dining but there has been a big shift over the past few years, with countries like Spain, Italy, and the United States holding highly coveted spots on the World’s 50 Best list (Eleven Madison Park in the heart of New York City currently holds the top spot). Multiculturalism, variety between regions, and a growing interest in health, aligned with purchasing power, mean that the U.S. is leading the way in many innovative concepts that are resonating with the demands of increasingly savvy diners. Food...