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10 hidden gems in Oxford
4 min read 4 min

There’s far more to life in England’s City of Spires than Harry Potter film sets and punting along t...

10 reasons to love Bournemouth
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When people talk about Bournemouth, variety is the keyword. This idyllic seaside town on the south c...

10 reasons to love Bristol
7 min read 7 min

Named as the best place to live in the UK in 2017, Bristol is a port city straddling the River Avon ...

10 reasons to love Brighton
5 min read 5 min

Brighton is packed with the kind of vibrance and fun that some might mistake for insanity. Known to ...

10 best summer cities in the world
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Life’s just better when the sun is shining. To get you ready for another epic summer, we’ve compiled...

10 reasons UK weather isn’t as bad as you think (and a whole lot more interesting)
5 min read 5 min

People who haven’t lived in the UK generally believe British weather is terrible, and prepare for an...

10 British dialects you need to know
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If you’re learning English in the UK you might think you’ll come home with a perfect British accent ...

10 reasons to love Oxford
4 min read 4 min

Renowned for its world-class university and steeped in British culture and history, Oxford is a city...

How much does it cost to study at a university abroad? Here’s the lowdown.
5 min read 5 min

Studying abroad is a major, life-changing experience that gives you the opportunity to develop new s...

10 steps to getting into a top UK university
6 min read 6 min

The UK is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world, making it a popular choice...

8 things to do in London this winter
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In all of its hectic, iconic landmark-sprinkled glory, London is an enchanting kind of place all yea...

How to Tea: An introduction to British tea culture
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Even though “A day without tea is a day without joy.” is a Chinese proverb, the British sure have pe...