Archive for September, 2008
If you need advice on moving abroad: take a deep breath. get yourself a comforting snack. sit down. focus - you’re in good hands.
Transitions Abroad is a growing online resource on studying, traveling, volunteering and working abroad. So if you want to share your insights, or simply learn more about how to live in your future home, visit this site - As a former third culture kid, I can agree with a lot of its advice.
Ever spent £10 per extra kilogram on your overweight luggage on a flight? There is nothing worse than spending money on something you know could be prevented.
So, if you’re a chronic over-packer like me, check out - OneBag.com
One Bag is your online, psychological course to packing light! 
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There is no limit to the amount of complaints I receive on a regular basis from friends and family over London transport - especially the tubes. especially hot tubes. especially hot, crowded, commuter-filled tubes.
Luckily for us, this problem is being solved:
A new carriage was unveiled yesterday - spacious, air conditioned, improved CCTV cameras, disabled access and walk-through carriages were just some of the improved comfort facilities. These trains are to be introduced to the District line in 2 years and the Circle, Hammersmith & City lines were also reported to be accommodating the new trains by 2011, but those underground lines with deeper tunnels are still in need of a solution.
At least some people will arrive to work a bit less sweaty and bit more smiley.
The full story and photos of the trains can be found on BBC News.
Spend a night less ordinary on your next holiday with these unusual hotels around the world - the Guardian’s top 10 unusual hotels