GUEST AUTHOR: Kärt Sikk, Spotahome Student Ambassador Want to get accepted to your dream internship abroad? I know, from my own personal experience, the struggle is definitely real No worries, I am here to help you increase your chances, at least a little bit, for acceptance. The most common required…
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The Best Gym for Expats in Madrid - VivaGym or Basic-Fit?
Whilst we absolutely love traveling, and seeing new places every few days, one of the biggest challenges we face is trying to maintain a fitness schedule whilst on the road. For this reason, whenever we opt to settle down somewhere either mid-long term, we always try to join a local…
Best Surf Spots for Beginners in Europe
GUEST AUTHOR: Eylul Deniz Basok, Spotahome Student Ambassador Before you start surfing you must know that this is one of the most complex, difficult yet enjoyable sport in the world. Since the wave conditions are constantly changing, it is very important to find a spot that fits your skills. Usually…
Summer in Paris
GUEST AUTHOR: Giovanna Thomaz, Spothaome Student Ambassador Winters can be harsh in Paris, the low temperatures can go on for many months while the sun hides from sight. So when it finally comes out and the streets of Paris are once again glowing and green, let's make sure…
Minimalism: the Key to Saving Money when Moving House
As someone who has relocated numerous (12 times to be exact) in my life, I consider myself a moving expert. Only when I discovered minimalism, I realised it was also the key to save money when moving house. In the past, I've hired professional cleaners and movers when…
Who's Lisbon for? The 7 Types of People who should Move to Lisbon
It is with great excitement that we can announce that Spotahome has now landed in Lisbon! The quirky and edgy capital of Portugal was on our list for a long time and finally we can offer you some incredible long-term rentals and give you yet another European city at your…
6 Things Your Landlord will Expect of you in Summer
There's a lot of talk around maintenance in rental homes during the winter. However, there are certainly steps that you can take during the summer to keep your home (and landlord) happy. To help you understand your responsibilities towards your landlord this summer, specialist landlord insurance provider Just…
Getting Started in Lisbon
GUEST AUTHOR, Luis Pinheiro, Spotahome Student Ambassador So, you have just arrived in town and don’t know where to start to get acquainted with the city. I am going to help you! Lisbon is a city where culture is alive in its neighbourhoods. Each street has a story to…
Best of Summer In Budapest
GUEST AUTHOR: Anna Affranio, Spotahome Student Ambassador Waterfront Sports In Budapest there many relaxing spots to enjoy the view on the Danube or go for a jog. One of the most famous is Margaret Island, easy to reach with a tram from the center(Margit hid stop). Since cars are…
Living in Madrid: What to do When Family Visit?
After travelling for 6 months we needed to find the perfect European city to settle down in mid-long term and earn some money. After lots of research, Madrid seemed the perfect option. There were plenty of job opportunities, apartments in Madrid were easy to find before we even arrived and…
Top 5 LGBT things to do in Madrid
Madrid is one of the most welcoming and gay friendly cities we have been to. The LGBT population is not just tolerated, it is part of everyday life. We have never seen so many LGBT couples walking around the streets holding hands, cuddling up in the park or sharing a…
Spotahome's Guide to Best Work Abroad Programs
We’ve gathered some of the best work abroad programs - whether you want to work abroad for the summer, a certain season, a whole year or even longer, these are the best work abroad programs from all around the world!…
How to Write your CV and Cover Letter in London
If you are looking for the perfect job in London, you need to get your CV and cover letter sorted. In the UK way. This article is a tailored guide to getting hired in London from someone who worked in the recruitment and management consulting field in the UK since…
Surviving the Summer in Milan
GUEST AUTHOR: Anna Affranio, Spotahome Student Ambassador We all love Milan, but spending the hot summer months in a big city can be hard. Here we want to give you some tips to stay fresh and have fun in the torrid Milan. Summer Festivals Milan gets crazy in the summer:…
Interview Tips to Help With Your Job Search in Italy
If you are planning to move and look for a job in Italy, understanding how to make a good impression that is not only positive but also remarkable, will increase your chances of getting the job you want and beat the competition. ** Here are the top tips I've…
4 Healthy but Cheap Restaurants in Milano
GUEST AUTHOR: Lenia Cereda, Spotahome Student Ambassador I use to be the kind of girl that could wake up have two slices of bread with butter, for lunch a pannini with prosciutto cotto (raw ham) and finally for dinner have a plate of pasta with pesto , yeah you could say…
How to Break Up with your Flatmate
Breaking up is hard. Full stop. Exactly like in love, there are two scenarios: a mutual, civil breakup or a violent, unreasonable breakup. Which break up are you after? We've all been there and this is why we've prepared the following guide to breaking up with…
7 Safest Places to Live in London
So you took the brilliant decision to move to the best city in the world A - M - A - Z - I - N - G Really, you couldn't pick a better place than the British capital, the city that never sleeps, the European hub of…
Eating Out in Dublin as a Vegetarian / Vegan
GUEST AUTHOR: Sophie Sheridan-Burns, Spotahome Student Ambassador Being both vegan and vegetarian in Dublin can be challenging at times, However in the last number of years it has become increasingly easier to find great places to eat which have a wide variety of both vegan and vegetarian food. Cornucopia This…
Reims: Day Trip from Paris
GUEST AUTHOR: Giovanna Thomaz, Spotahome Student Ambassador Now that you already found you new home in Paris with Spotahome, that you already tried all the best croissants in the city, walked the entire neighborhood streets of Montmartre and knows by heart all the paintings at the Louvre, its time for…
Best Bank Accounts for Travelling + Great Money Tips
Exploring the world is incredible and moving abroad is one of the best things you can do in your life. But banking overseas can be soul-crushing. Maybe not so much while you're backpacking through South-East Asia or climbing the Eiffel Tower, but most surely it will be a…
Best Ways to find an Internship Online
One of the most frequent questions students ask after they've submitted their application is: What happens now? The truth is that only 5% of the employers reply to each and every application they receive and, as much as you can blame the HR team, it is up to…
Best Places to Live in London with a Pet + Useful Tips
Moving to a new country is a great challenge, no matter how many places you've travelled to or how many continents you've already explored. Starting a new life somewhere new, it's no joke, especially if you are bringing your pets with you. Hard yes.…
Where to Watch the World Cup in Paris
GUEST AUTHOR: Giovanna Thomaz, Spotahome Student Ambassador Need some help finding a nice place to watch the World Cup games? Spotahome has got you covered. We have made a list with the many bars, restaurants and pubs in Paris that will be broadcasting the games throughout the season, take a…
Everything You Need to Know for Your Trip to Mykonos
GUEST AUTHOR: Ezequiel Doria, Spotahome Student Ambassasor Did someone say crazy party island in the Mediterranean? Mykonos has a long-standing reputation as one of the top European destinations for party seekers, but it is also an amazing destination for anyone looking to relax and for 5-star quality Greek cuisine. In…