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Valencia on a Budget
GUEST AUTHOR: Gabriela Hernandez, Spotahome Student Ambassador Moving to a new city can be a bit scary, the fear of the unknown is completely natural, but it is definitely very exciting! When coming as a student to Valencia, the first thing we want is to know every corner of the…
Best Mobile Deals in the UK - November 2018
Who doesn't love shopping for mobile phones? Me. Once upon a time, I thought it was easy to find the best deal around. Pick the phone you want, go the website of one of the mobile dealers, find the cheapest price and buy it. Well...not exactly. Once…
La Fiesta de la Almudena
One of the most interesting things about moving to a new country is discovering the public holidays and festivals that they celebrate, and seeing how they differ from the ones in your home country. It’s particularly interesting to discover their unique holidays and celebrations, which form a large part…
A Guide to LGBT Nightlife in Madrid
Madrid has long had a reputation for being one of the most welcoming cities in Europe to the LGBT+ community. This reputation obviously stems from the people themselves and their attitude towards diversity, but also for what is on offer for both LGBT travellers, locals and expats. A huge part…
5 Co-living Places Around Europe
Imagine spending the day working in your co-working area and at the end of the day, you head upstairs to your cosy apartment for a good night’s sleep.…
9 Books About Living Abroad That Will Make You Want to Move Right Now
Since I was little, I understood the power of books: to live incredible adventures right from the comfort of my sofa. Aged 5, I adventured in the jungle with Moogli and at 8 I was an ice-skater like Hans Briker on his silver skates. If you are considering the decision…
Relaxing Things to Do in Madrid
Madrid may well be a bustling capital city full of energy and home to over 3m people, but it is also a very beautiful city with many places to escape and to relax. If you are spending some time here and want to find relaxing things to do in Madrid,…
Living Alone or with Flatmates?
GUEST AUTHOR: Eylul Basok, Spotahome Student Ambassador Having moved around quite a bit I have had different accomodation experinces. I have lived alone, in a dormitory with several people, shared a single room and currently, I am living in an apartment of six people. After all these experiences, I have…
Spotahome Guide to the Best New Year's Eve Events in London
Welcome to London! A city that surely knows how to impress every day of the year, but that definitely goes beyond itself on the last night of the year. Here's our guide to the best events, parties, dinners and other things to do this New Year’s Eve…
12 Quotes (and Photos) about Rome that will Make you Move there Immediately
Rome is one of the world’s top tourist destinations, and is one of the most admired cities on the planet. Throughout the centuries, Rome has impressed all sorts of visitors, poets, painters, celebrities and politicians. Here are some of our favourite quotes about Rome: 1 A city of Marble…
How to Take Care of Your Mental Health Abroad
In honour of world mental health day, we're discussing ways expats can take care of their mental health.…
How and Why Living Abroad Changes Your Life Forever
Whether you move to Europe, Asia, America, or any other areas, there’s a chance you’ll have an unforgettable experience. But why?…
How to Balance a 9-5 and Wanderlust
With the rise of digital nomad lifestyles, it almost seems impossible to feed your wanderlust and hold a full-time in-house office job. But is that actually true?…
Leave the UK: It's Cheaper to Study in Europe
Studying in London is a still a goal for many. However, UK universities are now charging over £9,000 a year for locals and up to £30,000 a year for non-European students. Maybe it's time to think about cheaper, but still prestigious alternatives, right? After asking our…
Oktoberfest 2018 - Tips and info for the “Wies’n”
Written by Karen Bornett. Adapted to English by Melissa Lyras Taking place on the "Wies'n" (a colloquial word for "fairgrounds"), Oktoberfest in Munich is a huge event. In 2017, the organisers counted more than six million visitors. And it’s no wonder, since the…
London VS Berlin: The Ultimate Verdict
I've been sitting at this lovely cafe in Dalston, London for about an hour. I was pondering how to develop this article. You know, I'm in a tricky position. Two of my favourite cities fighting on the ring. And, as the appointed judge, I have to…
Italian Expats in London: 8 Things You Must Know
Moving to another country and living abroad is one of the best things you can do in your life. But it also quite nerve - wracking. Especially for Italians. Not only you'll have to take in another city, country, language and culture. Also a totally different food. And…
How to Prepare Your Parents for Your Move Abroad
Having overprotective parents is a blessing in many ways, but when it comes to practicing your independence, you might have a hard time convincing them that moving abroad is the right thing to do.…
Weekend Getaway from Istanbul: Canakkale
GUEST AUTHOR: Eylul Basok, Spotahome Student Ambassador I am sure the first thing that will catch your attention here is that there are two sides to this city, just like Istanbul. Dardanelles, which is an internationally and historically important waterway, divides the city into European (known as Gallipoli Peninsula) and…
5 Best Places for Aperitivo in Milan
Guest Author: Ezequiel Doria, Spotahome Student Ambassador Milano: such a fashionable city. It is the perfect combination between Italian culture and the big city life, making it a great spot for both fun and work. I love living here and if there is something I do often, it is the…
Let's Celebrate the European Day of Languages
At Spotahome, a multi-lingual company since the very beginning, we speak 9 languages and have over 30 different nationalities in our team. This is why, on the 26th of September we are going to celebrate the European Day of Languages. Since 2001, this is the day to celebrate all of…
Instagram: Top 10 Italian fashion influencers you need to follow during Milan Fashion Week 2018
Let's say the truth. Italians do it better. At least in fashion. Gucci Dolce & Gabbana Ferragamo Valentino Prada Zegna Armani Bottega Veneta Diesel Fendi Do I need to keep going? As Milan Fashion Week kicks off in less than two weeks, the fashionistas of Spotahome have spent…
British Food? Give it another try at the British Food Fortnight 2018
When I moved to London, back in 2008, I had two massive culture shocks. The first was the lack of little cute independent cafes to get my espresso morning kick. The second, was the (British) food. All the stereotypes about food beyond the Channel suddently were on my taste buds.…
How to Stay Fit on a Student Budget: Home Workout
Guest Author. Kärt Sikk, Spotahome Student Ambassador Staying fit can be exhausting, expensive, and time-consuming, but it does not have to be! Doing simple, but effective exercises from the comfort of your own home at anytime is a smart alternative to the gym. In order to relieve university stress and…