UK family triples savings with off-grid move to Spain
A family who fled the UK for an off-grid life in Spain have trebled their savings and say they'll never return. Discover how they escaped the cost-of-living crisis.
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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.
Brit in Finland for 40 years says life is better, won't return
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.
Brit in Finland for 40 years says life is better, won't return
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.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
US man 'blown away' by British habit after moving family
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'.
US man stunned by British habit after moving family to UK
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'.
Luisa Zissman's lavish Dubai life and £25k horse move
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.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
Brits move to Mallorca for better life, relaxed pace
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
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.
Expat's 7 Truths About Australian Culture Revealed
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.
American's UK Christmas Culture Shock: 9 Baffling Traditions
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.
UK family's £6k monthly Dubai living costs revealed
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 Bizarre Christmas in London with 'Tiptoes' Film
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.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Biggest culture shocks for British expats revealed
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.
Canadian in UK Questions British Men's Dating Expectations
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?
Edinburgh woman's 20-second escape from Bondi gunmen
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.
Brit reveals hidden costs of moving to Canada
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.
Brits list 8 culture shocks after moving to Florida
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.
British Expat Reveals Dubai's Hidden Downsides
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.
American's Brutal Honesty About Manchester Life Goes Viral
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.
Brit reveals hidden paradise he now calls home
Discover the stunning destination that made one Brit trade UK life for year-round sunshine, friendly locals, and breathtaking landscapes in this tropical haven.
HMRC freezes child benefits for British families abroad
Thousands of British expat families face financial strain as HMRC freezes overseas child benefit payments amid cost of living crisis. Discover how this policy change affects families living abroad.
Brit's 26-year Mallorca love affair after 6-month plan
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.
France mulls US-style tax raid on wealthy expats
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.
British expat shocked by UK's health and safety obsession
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.
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