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UK Plans Additional Rescue Flights to Help Britons in India
The British High Commission have announced plans for additional rescue flights to help Britons stranded in India. Twelve additional charter flights capable of carrying 3,000 passengers were announced as part of a broader £75 million programme to bring Britons who are stranded abroad during the coronavirus pandemic. The plans mean the total number of Britons returning to the UK from India will reach 5,000.

COVID-19 World Travel Guide: Travel Bans and Restrictions
The coronavirus pandemic caused many countries to introduce social distancing measures and self-isolation guidelines. Now many countries and airlines worldwide have been forced to introduce travel restrictions to contain the spread of the virus and safeguard citizens. We’ve researched the current travel bans in place around the world due to COVID-19 and it’s clear to see just how heavily the travel industry has been impacted.

How to Look After Your Mental Health During Lockdown
Life as we once knew it has been disrupted by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing and self-isolation may lead some to feel lonely and cut off from society whilst also constantly worrying about family and friends. With this in mind, we have compiled a few tips to help you look after your mental health during lockdown.

What is Self-Isolation?
The COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly evolving, social distancing measures are now in place around the world and self-isolation is more important than ever to prevent the spread of the virus but what exactly is self-isolation and how does it help?

EasyJet grounds entire fleet
EasyJet have today become the latest airline to ground their entire fleet of planes in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, 10 days after it paid out £174 million to shareholders.

What is social distancing?
Governments and health officials around the world are asking people to practise social distancing to reduce pressures on health service and prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). We explain what social distancing is, who it affects and how it can help during the current global pandemic.

Top Tips for Working From Home
To prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), many employees around the world are now working from home, self-isolating students are studying remotely and business premises are closing. Although working from home sounds great in theory, it can be difficult to adjust to working in an environment other than the office if you’re not used to it. We’ve come up with our top tips for working from home to make the transition easier.

Stage 2 coronavirus shutdown in Australia
Global response to the Coronavirus pandemic continues with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison becoming the latest world leader to introduce new measures to protect citizens in Australia

Top Tips For Self-Isolating Students
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a huge impact on our lives. Self-isolation and social distancing measures have been introduced around the world. The general advice is not to leave home unless absolutely necessary. Busy offices have been deserted, universities have closed and there’s been a huge shift towards working and studying from home. Check out our top tips for self-isolating as a student.

Things that Only Expats Understand
Everyone’s expat experience is personal to them, but there are some things that most expats can understand and relate to. Send My Bag have put together this blog with some of the most common circumstances and problems that expats tend to come across after moving abroad.
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Budget-Friendly Luggage Shipping Tips for Students
Save money on luggage shipping as a student! Send My Bag offers affordable, door-to-door service with student discounts. Ship your bags home or abroad, hassle-free.

13 Weird & Wacky Things That Are Banned Around the World
Discover 13 strange bans worldwide, from not flushing toilets after 10 p.m. in Switzerland to not having a picnic in Venice. It's essential to know local laws and customs, as some countries have unexpected restrictions on items that are legal elsewhere.

Why Athletes Choose Send My Bag for Competitions and Training
For athletes, every competition and training session is planned well ahead, however one area that can often cause headaches is luggage – especially bulky sports equipment. Here at Send My Bag, we’ve made sending luggage and big sports items as easy as possible.

Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad
Finding a job teaching English abroad in 2024 should be on your to-do list! The question is which are the best? Some of which don’t even require you to have prior teaching experience.

How to Avoid Lost Luggage when Travelling
To avoid lost luggage when travelling, take proactive steps using luggage tags, carrying essentials in your hand luggage, and tracking your bags. Here at Send My Bag, we're a reliable luggage courier service that lets you ship your bags ahead, avoid excess fees, and skip the baggage carousel.

Best Cities to Move to in Spain
Spain is home to some of the most attractive and liveable cities and Send My Bag have put together a few of them in this blog.