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London room rates can be very steep, but even here an occasional bargain can be found. The nine budget hotels below all come in at £150 a night or less and while they may not offer quite the level of luxury of the more expensive establishments, you might be pleasantly surprised... Continue Reading

If you’re looking for a bit of luxury on your next trip to London, but don’t want to opt for the full five-star experience (and associated room rates), the capital is home to some fantastic four-star alternatives, some of them up there with the very best. Here are... Continue Reading

For many Londoners, the car has been ditched in favour of the bicycle or public transport. But if you want to travel along the A3 to marvel at Henry VIII’s Hampton Palace Court or head even further west to see the famous Crimson Room at Windsor Castle then hiring a car for... Continue Reading

There are a lot of things to think about before you board that flight or train bound for London. Take a moment to read through the information below and make sure you’ve thought of everything before the big day. 1. Planning While it is possible (if you’re from an EU... Continue Reading

So you’ve decided to cross the pond and move to the vibrant and historic city of London. You have a long road ahead of you, with employment to find, work visas to sort out, accommodation to source and assimilation into a completely new culture, but if you’re... Continue Reading

The property scene is constantly changing in London, with new developments springing up all the time and developers renovating and modernising flats and apartments to attract tenants. The term ‘flat’ and ‘apartment’ are often used interchangeably in... Continue Reading

A studio apartment – or studio flat – is accommodation with a living/sleeping area, bathroom and kitchen. Many expats opt to rent a studio flat when they first move to the capital to work or study. Browsing for Studio Apartments Online Although it is unwise to base your research... Continue Reading

London can be an expensive place to live. The best advice for expats to take is not to rush into sourcing your accommodation and to do your homework first. Balancing Travel and Accommodation It is understandable why expats might base their decisions mainly on how much their... Continue Reading

Loft apartments can be a wise choice for expats moving to London. These are large converted buildings where the ceilings have been increased to two to three times the standard height (termed ‘cathedral ceilings’) to create a large, airy space. Buildings converted in... Continue Reading

So you’ve got your job lined up or have enrolled at a London university and are eagerly anticipating your big move to London. Before you pack your cases, run through our top ten tips below to make sure you are fully prepared for what’s in store. 1. Sort out your ideal... Continue Reading