UK family triples savings living off-grid in Spain
A family who fled the UK for an off-grid life in Spain have trebled their savings and say they will never return. Discover how they escaped the cost-of-living crisis.
A family who fled the UK for an off-grid life in Spain have trebled their savings and say they will never return. Discover how they escaped the cost-of-living crisis.
Tim Bird, 70, moved to Finland in the 1980s and now holds dual citizenship. He reveals why life in the 'world's happiest country' is superior to the UK in his new book, citing safety, nature, and contentment. Discover his story.
Tim Bird, 70, moved to Finland in the 1980s and now holds dual citizenship. He explains why the 'world's happiest country' offers a better quality of life, safety, and nature than the UK. Read his story.
PM Keir Starmer commits to a Commons vote before any British troops are sent to Ukraine post-ceasefire, following a new UK-France-Ukraine security declaration. Read the full details.
Traditional French restaurants face a catastrophe, with 25 closing daily. Changing habits, fast food, and tax rules are killing the long lunch. Discover the crisis reshaping France.
An American father shares how moving his family from the US to the UK revealed a heartwarming cultural difference in British social habits. Discover the simple act that made him feel 'seen'.
Zach Lincoln moved his family from the US to the UK and was amazed by one warm British social custom. Discover the cultural difference that left him feeling 'seen'.
Reality star Luisa Zissman tours her huge Dubai garden and reveals the eye-watering cost of moving her five horses, as she blames UK crime and weather for her family's relocation.
A British mother reveals why she moved her family to Mallorca, escaping UK cost of living and grey skies. Discover the expat lifestyle attracting thousands.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
An expat in Melbourne shares seven baffling Australian social norms he now embraces, from sarcasm as affection to sacred weekends. Discover the insights that went viral.
An American who moved to the UK reveals the 9 British Christmas traditions that left her stunned, from crackers to Boxing Day. Discover her decade-long perspective.
A British mum-of-two details her family's £6,120 monthly expenses in Dubai, from school fees to villa rent. See the full financial breakdown and public reaction.
A Canadian expat shares her strangest Christmas in a north London flat above a chicken shop, bonding with a flatmate over the notoriously odd film 'Tiptoes'. Discover the unique festive story.
New data reveals the top cultural surprises for Brits living overseas, from Australia's game meats to Spain's late dinners and Canada's extreme cold. Discover the trade-offs of the expat dream.
A 27-year-old Canadian woman sparks a debate after moving to the UK and finding British men often push for physical intimacy too quickly. She asks: is this normal UK dating behaviour?
Miya Lind, 26, from Edinburgh, crossed a bridge at Bondi Beach just 20 seconds before a deadly attack began. She recounts the terror and her desperate dash for safety. Read her full story.
A Manchester expat in Vancouver shares the shocking price of skiing and healthcare, despite Canada topping relocation searches. Discover the financial reality behind the dream.
A British family shares the eight biggest surprises after relocating from the UK to Florida, from HOA rules to giant roads. Discover their transatlantic adjustment.
From scorching summer heat to cultural restrictions, a British expat living in Dubai shares the unexpected challenges of life in the glittering UAE city that travel brochures never mention.
An American expat's viral social media post reveals the harsh realities of life in Manchester, from housing struggles to cultural differences that left him reeling.
A British expat in France faces hefty fines after her cat's repeated garden trespasses lead to neighbour dispute and legal action under French property laws.
Discover the stunning destination that made one Brit trade UK life for year-round sunshine, friendly locals, and breathtaking landscapes in this tropical haven.
Discover the incredible story of a British man who moved to Mallorca for six months in 1999 and ended up building a permanent life in the Mediterranean paradise, sharing his secrets to successful expat living.
Discover Occitanie - Southern France's hidden paradise where medieval castles, stunning hiking trails and authentic French culture come without the tourist crowds or premium prices of the Côte d'Azur.
Uncover the fascinating story of Treville, a medieval Spanish enclave in southwestern France offering authentic experiences and budget-friendly castle stays that transport you back in time.
A French court has rejected an urgent bid by migrants to prevent their removal from French territory, marking another chapter in Europe's ongoing immigration challenges. The ruling highlights the complex legal battles surrounding migration policies.
As France grapples with mounting economic pressures, the government is reportedly exploring controversial American-style tax measures targeting wealthy citizens living abroad in a dramatic bid to stabilise the nation's finances.
After years living in France's relaxed culture, a British expatriate returns home to discover the UK's health and safety culture has reached unprecedented levels, creating a society of anxiety and over-regulation.