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Best Destinations in January 2021 for UK Nationals
There are many countries that remain exempt from quarantine rules – rewarding eager travellers the opportunity to scratch that adventure itch. We’ve rounded up the best last minute winter holiday destinations available to those living in the UK.
EasyJet Changes Cabin Bag Policy
EasyJet customers who want to use the overhead lockers on board their flights will have to buy more expensive tickets when the airlines new policy launches February 10, 2021.
England Arrivals Will Be Able to Cut Quarantine
The UK Government has announced that travellers arriving in England from abroad will soon be able to reduce their quarantine period by more than half if they pay for a coronavirus test after five days.
Christmas 2020: The Safest Trips and Christmas Markets in Europe
Every year, the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization releases its list of European cities hosting the best Christmas markets. While some big markets are unfortunately cancelled due to COVID-19, this list has been carefully curated to feature the European cities where it should still be possible to enjoy the magic of Christmas.
How to Get into the Festive Spirit This Christmas
With everything so upside down, it’s no surprise if you’re struggling to get into the festive spirit. Apart from wishing the past 9 months never happened, Send My Bag have a number of ideas to get into the festive spirit this Christmas.
Japan Seeks to Attract More International Students
The education ministry in Japan has set out plans to increase the number of international students at the country’s national universities from the 2022 academic year.
Can I still travel under the new lockdown restrictions?
With coronavirus cases seemingly getting out of control, the Prime Minister of the UK has decided to impose a new lockdown for the whole of England starting November 5. People have been told to avoid all-non-essential travel, both in the UK and abroad during this period.
United to Offer Free COVID-19 Tests on London Flights
United Airlines have announced plans to trial pre-flight COVID-19 testing from next month to passengers travelling to London in efforts to curb concerns about the virus and get around travel restrictions.
The Best Remote Working Visas
Recognizing the shift and thinking of ways to once again attract tourists after the devastating impact of COVID-19, several countries around the world have launched long stay visa programs designed to lure in these remote workers or digital nomads and allow them to experience a new environment to live and work in.
Dubai’s Remote Working VISA Program
Dubai is seeking to take advantage of the move towards remote working by luring long-term travelers with an exciting new visa program that will allow them to live in the United Arab Emirates while working for companies overseas.
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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!
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.