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Film Buffs

Best Destinations for Movie Buffs

With the film award season upon us, we thought it would be fitting to take a look at some of the best holiday destinations for movie fans and film buffs. We ask which destinations offer the best cinema experience, where are you most likely to run in to your favourite actors, and where can you visit the most filming locations?

Winter Blues

Top Destinations to Chase the Winter Blues

Whether you are partial to a blast of winter sun or prefer to have fun in the snow, you can keep the holiday spirit of Christmas alive by planning a winter break this January. A break from the drudge of the daily commute will help you sail through the winter months, and you can have lots of fun deciding where you want to go and planning what you are going to do when you get there. Why not choose from one of these five destinations that will be sure to chase away those winter blues?

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Post News: Post Office Workers to Stage 5 days of Strikes in the Lead up to Christmas

The Communications Workers Union have advised Post Office workers will stage 5 days of strikes in the lead up to Christmas. The strike is expected to cause disruption to those sending gifts and Christmas cards via the Royal Mail network.

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Travel News: Qantas Launching Non-Stop Flight from London - Australia

Qantas have announced a brand new non-stop flight from London - Perth which will become available from March 2018.

Top 10 France

Top Ten Reasons to Move to France

Send My Bag has put together what it believes are the top ten reasons to move to France. France has long been an attractive destination for expats, especially those from the UK. So what is it that has persuaded over 171,000 Britons to move to France?

Best Day Trips from Belfast

Best Day Trips from Belfast

Day trips from Belfast are a great way to see the rest of Northern Ireland. This compact country has been enjoying the benefits of its peace process for many years now, which has put it back on the map for many tourists. The first port of call for most is the capital city of Belfast, but there is also plenty to see outside of the city. Send My Bag brings you the top five destinations that can all be enjoyed on a day trip from Belfast.

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Shipping News: Post Office Strike to Cause Disruption to Christmas Post

A strike is planned to take place on Saturday 3rd December by over 300 managers within Crown Post Offices.

The Post Office managers are joining a 24-hour walkout held by the Communication Workers Union following a dispute over jobs, franchising of Crown Post Offices and closure of a final pension scheme.

Winter Travel

Top Tips for Winter Travel

Whether travelling away for business, taking a holiday, or visiting family for the festive season, winter travel comes with a unique set of potential problems. So make sure you take these simple but effective steps this winter to ensure that your trip is as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Lufthansa Pilot Strike

Travel News: Lufthansa pilot strike affects 215,000 passengers

Lufthansa pilots began a 48-hour industrial action today in an ongoing dispute regarding pay. The strike was initially due to last 24-hours but was extended to 48-hours when two courts rejected attempts from Lufthansa to halt the industrial action.

Christmas Destinations

The Best Christmas Holiday Destinations

If you are looking for Christmas holiday destinations, why not go somewhere extra Christmassy this year? To help you decide on a destination, Send My Bag has chosen the ten best Christmas holiday locations to get you in the festive mood.

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Top Tips for being a Productive Student

Top Tips for being a Productive Student

Productivity at University is a challenge when you also want to enjoy your student days, having spontaneous nights out during the week, having a day out with friends or binge-watching Netflix all day when you have no seminars or lectures. Send My Bag have included our top tips for being productive at University, so that you can do what is needed done and still enjoy the fun part of University!

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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

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

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.

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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

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.