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23 Quirky and Unusual Things to Do in London

With so much to do in London, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to do, so most short term visitors and study abroad students end up simply doing the main sites like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Maybe they’d venture out a bit further to…

43 Super Fun Things to do in London for Couples

While London isn’t exactly known as the romance capital of the world (and for good reason – the Queen doesn’t exactly endorse PDA!), that doesn’t mean that there aren’t tons of things to do in London for couples, ranging from days at the park to late night museum events to…

Is There a TJMaxx in the UK or London?

Sometimes, you just want to wander the halls of TJ Maxx and by lots of things that you probably don’t NEED, but definitely want. And if you’re in the UK, it’s normal to wonder whether there’s a TJ Maxx in London or the UK. Hey, sidenote! If you’re traveling to…

Is there a Kroger in London or the UK?

If you’re used to buying all of your food at Kroger, then it only makes sense that you’re wondering if there’s a Kroger in the UK or London. Hey, sidenote! If you’re traveling to the UK, whether for a short period of time or as an expat, why don’t you…

Is there a Rite Aid in London or the UK?

From medicine to food to makeup to household items, Rite Aid is one of the most popular places in America to head when you need to visit a drugstore. Whether you’ve come to the UK for a short period of time or as an expat, you’re probably wondering whether there’s…

The Definitive London Packing List for Every Season (Written by a Londoner)

Figuring out what to pack for London can be a REAL struggle. With such variable weather in the UK, sometimes you’re stuck wondering whether you’re going to need your bikini and board shorts in June or your parka and leggings (this is slightly extreme, but you get the picture). As…

9 Brilliant Things to Do in London at Night (Recommendations + Photos!)

Any visitor to London will soon get the impression that it is NOT, in fact, the city that “never sleeps,” due to the fact that the streets do tend to empty out and London certainly doesn’t have the all-night kind of vibe that NYC and some other European cities do.…

Is there a Dick’s Sporting Goods in the UK or London?

Whether you’re looking for a jersey to wear to the local football team on Sunday or a basketball for the kids to play with in the driveway, Dick’s Sporting Goods is one of the most popular places in the US to head for all of your sporting needs! I get…

Study Abroad in London Budget Worksheet

If you’re interested in studying abroad in London, check out my updated eBook on everything you need to know! To continue on with our budgeting theme this week (THRILLING topic, I know!) I’ve put together a study abroad in London budget worksheet to figuring out how much you’ll be spending…

The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in London on a Budget (from someone who’s done it!)

One of the most worrying aspects of study abroad for many students is the cost. Not only financing the actual study abroad program, but spending money in many countries where the dollar isn’t as strong as the local currency. Students aren’t exactly known for having loaded wallets, but the urge…

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