Intro Let me start by saying that London has a great system of public transport. I might be weird, but coming from a 800-person village in Italy, London's easiness to get around without an expensive and polluting car was an enlighting moment and one of the main reasons…
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Top 5 Things to do in Athens, Greece
With a population of 3.8 million people, Athens is the 6th most populous capital city in the EU - and it definitely has a lot to offer for it. From trying out traditional Greek cuisine to visiting some of the most iconic sights, these are the top 5 things to do in Athens!…
Spotahome Neighbourhood Guide: Best Things to Do in Old Street
Old Street is an edgy and cool area north of the City in the London borough of Islington. Famous as a street art canvas with works by lots of renowned and international artists, including Banksy, it has recently seen a significant influx of digital businesses which has created a globally…
Erasmus Explained
What is it? So what exactly is Erasmus? Erasmus stands for European Region Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students and is a EU funded programme that allows students from countries inside and outside of the EU to take part in exchanges outside of their home-university country. This programme…
Paris Like a Local: 5 Bookstores Not to Miss
GUEST AUTHOR & PHOTOGRAPHER: Giovanna Thomaz, Spotahome Student Ambassador Besides the croissants, the sunny days by the Seine and the delicious wine, one of my favorite things about living in Paris are the libraries and bookstores. Home to many of the world’s greatest writers and artists, Paris is well…
Eating Out in Milan on a Student Budget
GUEST AUTHOR: Aida Loggiodice, Spotahome Student Ambassador 5 places you simply must try! Someday I will have to get a shirt that says “Don’t speak to me when I’m hungry”. Ever since moving to Milan I have found that my infinite love for food and admittedly finite budget…
Preparing your Internship Abroad Experience
GUEST AUTHOR: Roma Sondhi, Spotahome Student Ambassador Starting an internship abroad soon? Firstly, congratulations! Working as an intern is such a great opportunity to experience the world of work. However, it can be difficult to start to prepare for this experience and to know what to expect. Don’t panic.…
Top 5 Free Museums in London
Guest post by Alex Cameron, Spotahome Student Ambassador As a student I understand the reality of having to find things which are a) Educational and b) Cheap. Instead of just learning about the culture of a foreign country, or the tools used by our European ancestors, why not go and…
Spotahome Neighbourhood Guide: Best things to do in Dalston, London
Often named one of the coolest neighbourhood in Britain, Dalston is one the most fascinating areas in London. Here's your spotahome guide on eating, drinking and shopping .…
How to get a Residence Permit in Italy as a Non-EU Student
GUEST AUTHOR: Eylul Deniz Basok, Spotahome Student Ambassador Get ready!! This is going to be a long process! If this is the first time that you are applying for a Permesso di Soggiorno (Residence Permit), you have to do it within the 8 days of your entry to Italy. If…
Moving to France? Here's What to Pack
GUEST AUTHOR: Mai Tran, Spotahome Student Ambassador So you just got accepted to a school or an internship in your dream destination: France. After the celebrations, it’s time to prepare for your trip. Here are a few tips to ace one of the most painful steps that we all…
How to Move to Another Country: The 5 Things You MUST Do When Moving Abroad
GUEST AUTHOR: Roma Sondhi, Spotahome Student Ambassador Are you preparing to go abroad on an exchange program or internship? Have you packed everything you need? Have you got all your documents ready? Do you know the important customs and traditions of the country you are going to? Are you familiar…
Paris Like a Local: “Le Café des Chats”
No more crowded touristic spots, come with us to discover new and exciting places where Parisian life takes action, typical sites of daily life that tourist guides wouldn’t show you.…
Celebrating Lunar New Year in Madrid: Year of the Dog
Written by Esther Sanz. Translated from Spanish by Melissa Lyras. Today a new year begins in China and many other East Asian countries, starting the 4,716th year of the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar, a celebration that becomes more and more international each year - already, it’s not only…
Things to See & Do in Istanbul in 2 Days
By Georgia Swift So you’re having friends to visit you in Istanbul for the weekend and you’re stuck for things to do? Or maybe you’re scouting out the area before you move and want to see the sights? This is the blog for you! Join me to…
7 Tips for Being Single AND Happy
Alright ladies and gentlemen, I know. I feel ya. Tomorrow is the worst day of the year if you are single, but let me tell y'all. You're better than this. I guarantee you. While there are about 13449258340763 articles about how to get the man/woman…
5 Things You Should Know Before Falling in Love While Abroad
St. Valentine's is just around the corner and whether you are in a stable relationship, dating or single, we think this post can come handy in this pinky, hearth-shaped moment of the year. Especially if you have just fallen in love while living abroad. We've all…
Carnival in Europe: The Biggest Celebrations, Practices and Traditions
The roots of carnival date back centuries and lie in Germanic, Roman and Christian traditions. Referred to as the “fifth season”, it is a tradition that is celebrated in many countries around the world. In Germany, it differs from region to region whether this season is called carnival, “Fastnacht” or…
7 Easy Recipes for the Student Abroad
Those days when we get back home totally knackered or with only a couple of sad ingredients in the fridge. Well, we now collected some of the simplest recipes that you can make with very few things and in a very few minutes…
10 Tips to Follow When Travelling Internationally
Guest Post by Kacey Bradley Whether you’re travelling alone or with a companion, travelling internationally is a fantastic and unique way to see the world — as long as you’re prepared. There is, quite literally, nothing worse than ending up stranded in a country where you don’t know…
How Brexit Affected My Year Abroad: A British Girl in Madrid
Following one of most unexpected referendum results in the UK on 23rd June 2016, I was one of the many disappointed youngsters who felt like her future had been decided for her. Either way this wasn’t going to stop me from doing my Erasmus. It wasn’t easy following…
Erasmus Life: How to Get Over your Post-Erasmus Blues
There is nothing like the pain of returning from your Erasmus. I spent a year living in Madrid and trust me, I cried on the way out but 10x harder on the way home. So, for everyone feeling a little bit down about their time abroad coming to an end,…
All You Need to Know About the Catalonian Referendum
Most Spaniards are worried about the uncertainty going on these days in Catalonia (7.5 million people, 16% of Spain). There are too many legal issues floating around and strong emotions are overflowing in Dali´s region, bringing even newer unanswered questions to the fore. Certainly, events are developing very…
7 fancy things to do in Paris on a student’s budget
Everyone wants a piece of Paris. So much so, that there are 38 cities called Paris across the globe. Paris (the French one) is the 7th most expensive city in the World, but that doesn't mean you have to live like a character from Les Miserables. If you&…
Amazing Things You Never Knew About Vienna
Mozart. Opera. Freud. Wiener Schnitzel. All the best of Vienna. But in a city so dynamic and culturally rich as Vienna, there’s plenty hidden under the surface to uncover. How much do you know about Wien? Some things might just surprise you. Here are just a few amazing things…