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Top Universities for Studying Abroad in Italy
There are so many reasons to study abroad in Italy. Over 30 of the country's universities rank in the QS World University Rankings 2020, 12 of which are placed in the global top 500. Send My Bag have put together the top five institutions in this blog.
JetBlue Increase Checked Baggage Fees
JetBlue have increased checked baggage fees as of January 16, 2020. An initial checked bag will now cost $35 and a second checked bag will now cost $45.
Top Tips for Surviving Your Final Year of University
Your final year can be an exhausting and emotional rollercoaster but every day brings you one step closer to celebrating your success at graduation. We've put together this blog detailing tips for surviving final year of university and making it to graduation day.
Top Reasons to Study Abroad in Italy
Italy is a top destination for any traveller, but studying and living there is a great to experience the beautiful country. Aside from the obvious attractions, there are plenty of other reasons to study abroad here.
Top 10 Countries for Expats to Earn More Money
According to the 2019 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey, 18 to 35-year olds who move abroad see a salary increase of more than a third. In this blog we have listed the top 10 countries where you can expect to earn more money, based on how much disposable income the survey found expats in different countries to have.
Top Reasons to Study Abroad in Spain
Sunshine, siestas, and fiestas – is there anywhere better to study abroad than Spain? For many years it has been a top study abroad destination for students from across the globe and in this blog, we'll discuss the top reasons why you should consider studying here.
Top Universities for Studying Abroad in Spain
Spain has been named as the best place to study abroad in Europe and 2nd in the world’s top 10 places to study abroad. There are so many reasons to study here, including the fact that the country is home to some of the top universities in Europe, which we have put together in this blog.
Top Reasons to Move to UAE
UAE has been voted in the top 10 best countries for expats for two consecutive years in the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey and The Economist reported that expats actually make up 90% of the UAE’s population. In this blog Send My Bag have included the top reasons why UAE is a prime destination for expats.
Top Universities for Studying Abroad in the UK
With so many cities and universities, the UK is one of the best places in the world to study abroad. You will receive the best education as many universities in the UK are ranked amongst the best in the world. In this blog, Send My Bag have put together the top 10, as ranked by Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
First Christmas Abroad: Surviving Your First Christmas Away from Home
If you are an expat living away from your home and family for the first time, homesickness may hit you hard coming up to and during the festive season. Therefore, Send My Bag have put together this blog with tips on how to survive a Christmas away from home.
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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.
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.
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.