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Cool coffee spots in London
Send My Bag has put together a blog of quirky coffee spots in London. These are places where you can relax and refuel from your studies, where you can get a change of scenery from the library, or have a catch-up with friends and snap an Instagram picture whilst you’re there.

Cheapest Places to Eat in Manchester for Students
These eateries all serve up different cuisines from different cultures, but the one thing they have in common is their value for money.

Cheapest Places to Eat in Edinburgh for Students
As a leading cultural city in Europe, there are so many places to eat in Edinburgh. The city is host to the International Festival Fringe every summer ‒ the world’s largest arts festival that millions of people attend. The culture and creativity doesn’t stop there, however. Edinburgh is a city of culture all year round as many restaurants bring a creative and international twist to the city’s streets through their cuisines.

Cheapest Places to Eat in Birmingham for Students
Birmingham’s international student population already makes it a culturally diverse city, and on top of this, there are ongoing development schemes set to further the fusion of food, culture, and community. Send My Bag has put together a list of the cheapest places to eat in Birmingham, which also showcase the city’s culture.

Cheap Places To Eat in London For Students
A NatWest student living index from 2018 identified London as the second least affordable city for students. Yet, what is surprising is the affordable food that you can find if you go outside the conventional high-end cafes and restaurants. Luckily for you, Send My Bag has found some gems to share with you in this blog.

What Are the Red Brick Universities and Which One is Best for You?
If you have read our previous blog on the background and benefits of the Red Brick Universities, you’re probably wondering, what are these universities we’re talking about? So as not to leave you hanging, we have put together this list of Red Brick Universities, plus some pointers about each one, which should help you decide whether any of them are right for you.

Red Brick Universities
It can be difficult to decide on a university, given there are so many fantastic universities in the UK, but choosing one of the original six Red Brick Universities will guarantee you a world-class education.

Russell Group Universities
You may have heard of the Russell Group Universities but aren't too sure exactly what they are. Send My Bag is here to help with our guide to what makes Russell Group Universities special and our comprehensive list of Russell Group Universities.

How to Get a Job in America
If you are considering a move to the USA, you are probably wondering how to get a job in America. You will be glad to hear that, despite the recession, things are looking hopeful for the US job market, and the economy as a whole. The country’s GDP is expected to grow up to 1.7% by 2020. So, although there is an ongoing political shift with Donald Trump as president, which, some would argue, is not the best thing to have happened to America, the economy there has certainly changed for the better after the great recession. The decade-long expansion of the American economy is reported to have created $20 million, and the unemployment rate has seen a recent decrease from 4% in January of this year to 3.8% in March. This means that things are looking up for job seekers in the US, including expats. To help make your job search that little bit easier, Send My Bag is here to offer some guidance on how to get a job in America.

Finding a Job in the UK
Finding a job in the UK may be too daunting for some, especially in the middle of the Brexit crisis. The Office of National Statistics 2019 Migration Quarterly Report has shown that immigration to the UK for work has fallen to its lowest level since 2014. Though not confirmed to be a result of Brexit, EU net migration has fallen to a level last seen in 2009. Still, there seems to be no sign of a final Brexit decision on the horizon, so, at the minute it’s hard to predict how exactly the UK job market will be affected. However, at present, it seems to be business as usual in the recruitment sector, and migration to the UK continues to add to the population. Brexit or No-Brexit, Send My Bag are here to guide you when it comes to finding a job in the UK, as there seems to be no apparent fall in job prospects. If anything, the UK needs more people and their skills to get through the economic turmoil of Brexit.
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Budget-Friendly Luggage Shipping Tips for Students
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13 Weird & Wacky Things That Are Banned Around the World
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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.