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What you need to know about this summer’s travel restrictions

Words and image by Kat Mallett Summer is finally in full bloom, with the advent of warmer days and longer evenings here at last. As we all flock to the parks and pub gardens to soak up the long-awaited summer sun, it is tempting to find yourself dreaming of being abroad on a white, sandy beach, indulging in a well-needed summer holiday. Unfortunately, the global … Continue reading What you need to know about this summer’s travel restrictions

Kat Mallett
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Get Away in the UK

Feature Image by Alexa Price & Foreword by Kat Mallett The clocks go forward this weekend and we are beginning to see the first signs of summer, as we can almost taste those longer evenings and brighter mornings. Along with such glorious prospects comes the dreams of a summer holiday abroad in the Mediterranean, cocktail in hand. Although the foreign holiday forecast is looking hazy, … Continue reading Get Away in the UK

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Is Being an Influencer Reason to Travel During the Pandemic?

Words by Katherine Mallett & Image by Ellie Hutchings As we continue to endure the delights of a third national lockdown, it has become somewhat necessary to actively seek out something to have a little grumble about. Whether it be the irregular weather changes, the plight of working from home, or the national lack of Little Moons (if you know, you know), there has been … Continue reading Is Being an Influencer Reason to Travel During the Pandemic?

Kat Mallett
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Food Affinity

Image by Eugene Zhyvchik When we plan our trips to visit the beautiful corners of the world, we often consider the history, landscape and monuments. More important than all of these, IÔÇÖd argue, is the food you try along the way. Such food experiences allow a deeper and more intimate insight into the culture of that area. Whether or not youÔÇÖre a genuine ÔÇÿfoodieÔÇÖ, definitely … Continue reading Food Affinity

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Living Abroad Series: Ottawa

Words and image by Lois Brooks Leaving a small town in the South East of England to live in WalesÔÇÖ capital was a fairly big adjustment. However, when I heard about the opportunity to study abroad, I knew I just had to find out moreÔǪ When applying to study abroad, you are able to research and select from several destinations all over the world, depending … Continue reading Living Abroad Series: Ottawa

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Study Abroad – New Zealand and the Netherlands

By Iona Middleton and Amy Layton   Iona Middleton In my second year of university, I embarked on a semester abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand at the University of Otago. New Zealand was somewhere I had always wanted to visit and as soon as the Study Abroad opportunity arose, I jumped at it. The country itself is truly stunning. When I arrived in New Zealand … Continue reading Study Abroad – New Zealand and the Netherlands

Marcus Yeatman-Crouch
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24 Hours In… Sofia, New Years Eve Edition!

ðÖð¥ÐÇð┤ð░ð¢ (Jordan), a middle-aged man working in a 24/7 small market down our Airbnb, told us how Serdica came to be Sofia thanks to a legendary Christian widow called Sofia, who had three beautiful daughters whose names were those of the three Christian virtues: Faith, Hope and Love. At the end of the Turkish dominion, the country became part of the Christian Orthodox Church and … Continue reading 24 Hours In… Sofia, New Years Eve Edition!

Molly Geddes
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The Spookiest Ways to Spend Halloween Nearby on a Student Budget

The pumpkins are out, fake blood is flying off the shelves and Pintrests most searched term is ÔÇÿoriginal fancy dress costumesÔÇÖ; Halloween is finally here. As much as we want to fly out to Transylvania and hunt for Count Dracula, our student loans wonÔÇÖt quite stretch that far. WeÔÇÖve chosen the ghouliest ways you can spend this hallows eve on a student budget, without having … Continue reading The Spookiest Ways to Spend Halloween Nearby on a Student Budget

Molly Geddes
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Eastern EuropeÔÇÖs Hidden Gems

Many of us are familiar with the amazing destinations that Western Europe has to offer; the beautiful coasts of Portugal and Spain, the fascinating city breaks you can take in Germany and France, the sun-drenched parties on stunning Greek Islands. However, looking slightly to the East, there are a plethora of destinations that remain more undiscovered. Eastern Europe is an up and coming area with … Continue reading Eastern EuropeÔÇÖs Hidden Gems

Molly Geddes
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The World Cup- Pushing People to Travel since 1930

As we wave goodbye to the world cup, we also wave goodbye to a union of nations that brings people and cultures together. Not to mention providing us with the absolute unexpected. This tournament saw England last longer than Germany, Spain, Portugal, Argentina and Brazil, underdogs Croatia make it to the final, and title holders Germany knocked out in the group stages. We also saw … Continue reading The World Cup- Pushing People to Travel since 1930

Molly Geddes
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Explore: Cape Town

Cape Town is a stunning costal city within South Africa. Famous not only for its mountainous terrain and Penguin inhabited beaches but also for its rich and unique culture. So, what to do when visiting this extraordinary city? Hike LionÔÇÖs Head Mountain: Cape Town brings the sea to the mountains. As an extremely mountainous area there are numerous options at your fingertips when it comes … Continue reading Explore: Cape Town

Molly Geddes
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5 Bangkok Spots for an Insta-Worthy Picture!

Bangkok welcomes record numbers of tourists each year, and it’s not hard to see why. This incredibly diverse city is unlike any other. Skyscrapers, temples, tuk-tuks and exotic cuisine. As well as all of this, Bangkok is a photographers heaven, every street holds something that’s just screaming to be captured. If you ever find yourself in brilliant Bangkok, these are the 5 places that you … Continue reading 5 Bangkok Spots for an Insta-Worthy Picture!

Molly Geddes