If you’ve got a bad case of wanderlust, but want to continue your education, then why choose between the two? Studying abroad, even for a year, is a fantastic way to truly experience the culture of a new country whilst also keeping up your academic commitments. Plus, it can increase your independence and confidence, showing you just how much you’re capable of.
But moving abroad can be daunting, even with the support mechanism of your chosen institution behind you. From accommodation to packing, a bit of preparation can go a long way. One of the things you’ll need to work out is how you’re going to pay for your study abroad semesters – not only tuition, but also living expenses.
Worried? Don’t be. Let’s take a look at some top tips to help you realise your dreams of studying abroad.
When you think of the Mediterranean, it is easy to imagine lush beaches with blue waters and stunning heritage sites that glisten under the golden sun. As such, the Mediterranean continues to be a popular tourist destination among British travellers looking to spend time in more exotic places. CNN even shared reports that the rocketing temperatures in the region have not deterred Brits from heading to Southern Europe. Surveys from the European Travel Commission reveal the Mediterranean is still the top choice for most holidaymakers.
Considering the popularity of the Mediterranean, there is a wide variety of ways to enjoy the region. One increasingly in-demand option is by way of a cruise. Presently, about 1.7 million Brits take a cruise each year. Here are some reasons why cruises, and more specifically, luxury cruises, have an increasing demand:
Exquisite comfort while at sea
Luxury cruises can provide the same comfort level as a top-rated hotel without sacrificing opulence. These journeys aim to provide guests with spacious suites at sea, even an on-call butler assigned to the suite, and often a private balcony. When passing through Greece or Italy, guests may even spot dolphins and other sea animals swimming near the ship. Furthermore, cruise companies such as the Royal Caribbean renovate their ships every three to five years, which typically involves giving the cruise ship design updates to technical systems onboard and upgrades in the interior. …
Moving to a new country is exciting, but it would be wrong to suggest there aren’t any hurdles for those brave enough to make the leap to pastures new. For some, the prospect of learning a new language is a daunting task.
But just how vital is picking up a second tongue? While it would be wrong to suggest it doesn’t matter at all, there’s definitely an argument to be had for those who don’t have the time or skill set to pick up a totally new vernacular.
Here are some pros and cons when it comes to learning a native language after relocating internationally.
For some holidaymakers, going abroad is a chance to discover new cultures and learn about their history. Whilst there’s nothing wrong with a good beach holiday, getting out and about and exploring can really help you feel like you’re getting an authentic experience.
Spain is a renowned tourist destination for its sunny weather, picturesque beaches and tasty food. But there is so much more to this diverse country than meets the eye. A cultural holiday in Spain is the perfect way to experience the country’s rich history and traditions. From the Moorish architecture of Granada to the Iglesia de Santa María in Toledo, there are countless sites to explore:
Mallorca is one of Spain’s Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. It’s known for sheltered coves, beach resorts, Roman and Moorish remains and limestone mountains. Would you like to know what to do and visit in this excellent destination that receives around 2 million international visitors a year…?
The island capital is Palma de Mallorca, where you can enjoy its vibrant nightlife, or visit the Moorish Almudaina royal palace, the 13th-century Santa María Cathedral, the Bellver Castle, some Roman remains, or the Jewish quarter.
Apart from the capital, there are some amazing places worth visiting, like: …
Hola People is approaching its 5th year of age. Either if you have been following us since our early years, or you knew recently about this brand, you may be curious about how all this started.
We then must go back to the beginning of 2016, when Elena and Esteban Tejedor, two siblings from Madrid (Spain), headed to Liverpool to take part in a programme for entrepreneurs organised by the Liverpool & Sefton Chambers of Commerce.
After an application and an interview, they were successfully admitted along with several other young entrepreneurs.
Since 2009, Elena (the oldest of both) had already been managing —tirelessly and eventually successfully— her Spanish company called Aula inglés. Aula inglés helps Spanish speaking people to learn English (both in-person and online) and to travel and work abroad.
Esteban, in the meantime and during the previous years, had had a stimulant digital nomad life all around Southeast Asia, and had recently decided to take another step in his life by moving to the UK.
With the valuable support of this entrepreneurial programme in Liverpool, they decided to open a British branch of Aula inglés, doing —so to speak— the other way around, that is to help British and other English speaking people to learn Spanish and to find jobs in Spain.
As local people seemed not to understand what “aula inglés” (English classroom) meant, they had to look for a different name, more suitable for the UK branch. After an intense brainstorming session, Hola People was born.
Soon after, Elena went back to Madrid to keep focusing on her Spanish company, while Esteban remained in Liverpool, owning the British one. To work independently, yet collaboratively, was the best decision… if you have any brothers or sisters, you will know that it is not always easy to agree on things, not to mention managing a business together!
So, Esteban found himself on the mission to make brand-new Hola People grow. Since most British do not show great interest to learn Spanish (fairly speaking, due mainly to lack of necessity), Esteban had to re-adjust the business model. Here is when he started to organise a variety of events in Liverpool, from language exchanges to Salsa classes, Spanish parties, day trips and eventually, personal and professional development courses and workshops. For this last category of events, Esteban created a different brand, QLU Project (QLU stands for Quantum Life University).
By today, Hola People and QLU Project (both brands contained by Atlas & Cosmos Ltd., the official name of the company) have organised hundreds of events, first in Liverpool and currently online, due to the current exceptional circumstances.
Our vision for the future is to be an international reference in the Education sector, not only by teaching languages and personal and professional skills but also providing worldwide travel and work opportunities.
Property Guides have recently conducted research around the increasing desire for Brits to buy property in sunny Spain.
The company surveyed 2,800 participants to find out why Spain is such a desirable destination and if the latest UK issues (such as Brexit and Covid-19) have affected their reasons for buying property abroad.
The survey revealed:
60% of participants want to buy a property in Spain by the end of next summer
When asked what represents their dream life in Spain, 73% of people said they want a healthier lifestyle, 64% want a happy retirement and 49% want a new adventure.
61% of participants said they desire a detached villa and would be willing to spend over £125,000.
While 61% of respondents claimed to know they can keep their EU rights to residence and healthcare if buying a property in Spain before the end of the Brexit transition period, 66% are not concerned about Brexit when considering buying a property in Spain.
More than 90% already have the savings or assets they need.
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Since 2009, Elena (the oldest of both) had already been managing —tirelessly and eventually successfully— her Spanish company called 
