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10 Advantages of Being a Freelance Translator

Posted in: Blog | February 17, 2021 at 10:05 am

Guest post by Elizabeth Baldridge Let’s admit it, nobody really likes going to work. And it’s not about doing one’s job but rather about literally getting to the workplace, be it an office or even a co-working space. There’s really no place like home, and it equally applies to the...

5 Best Hiker’s Tips to Help You Protect Your Knees On the Trail

Posted in: Blog | February 12, 2021 at 4:06 pm

Guest post by Travis Holloway Hiking is a superb way to boost spirits and declutter your mind when things around you get overwhelming and you want a break. However, being also a physically demanding activity, hiking can sometimes backfire on the tourists who are poorly prepared to deal with its...

4 Ways To Take Up Swimming In London On The Cheap

Posted in: Blog, General Advice, Useful Articles | February 12, 2021 at 9:03 am

Guest post by Rick Patterson Swimming is a full-body activity that provides plenty of physical and mental benefits when done on a regular basis. Unfortunately, not everyone is lucky enough to have their own private pool. But fear not, there are plenty of public swimming pools around London where you...

How to Improve Your eBay Seller Rating

Posted in: Blog, Tips | February 9, 2021 at 3:55 pm

Guest post by Seetal Rihal Whether you’re selling collectibles, old belongings and clothes, or products from your own business, it’s important to build — and maintain — a rating as an eBay seller. The higher your rating, the more trust your customers will have in your store, encouraging them to...

Budget Friendly Weekend in London: Cheap and Free Things to Do

Posted in: Blog, General Advice | February 6, 2021 at 10:45 am

Guest post by Hannah Wenston London is the largest city and the capital of England, so you know there are a lot of fun things to do. Chances are, you may have splurged a bit on traveling and the hotel, so you want to save money when you can. Why...

8 Routes To Explore London On Bike

Posted in: Blog, General Advice | February 2, 2021 at 3:33 pm

Guest post by Ethan Mays from Active Pedal With good infrastructure and lots of tourist attractions, London is definitely a perfect place to cycle around. Here are some suggestions for you to make the most out of your time, here in the capital city of UK. 1. For romanticists: Regent’s...

Financial and Educational Resources for Working Parents

Posted in: Blog, Uncategorised, Useful Articles | February 2, 2021 at 1:55 pm

Guest post by Beau Peters Ask a thousand Brits, and it’s unlikely you’ll find anyone who names 2020 as their favourite year. Our nation and our world have faced the crucible in the past 12 months and it looks like we’re going to stay there for yet a while longer....

6 Careers That Allow You to Experience London In a New Way

Posted in: Blog | February 2, 2021 at 7:54 am

Guest post by Gabriel Gonser When you live in London, it is easy to forget that you have access to the most amazing city in the world. From Big Ben to Oxford Street, the city is filled with amazing adventures. If you have been living in the city for a...

New Digital Arts Festival Celebrates the Centenary of the Poplar Rates Rebellion of 1921

Posted in: Blog, Useful Articles | January 28, 2021 at 4:28 pm

Guest post by Lianne DeBruin Curated by Beth Watton of Poplar Union and Neil McPherson of the Finborough Theatre, Poplarism! is the new digital arts festival celebrating the centenary of the Poplar Rates Rebellion of 1921. Read on to learn how you can apply for a micro-commission as part of...

How To Run A Travel Website Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

Posted in: Blog | January 25, 2021 at 9:58 am

Guest post by Amber The Covid-19 crisis is sparing no one; travel websites have been hit particularly hard. It’s not the best time to travel, is it? As a result, travel website traffic is experiencing a significant slump. Is your online travel service having web traffic problems? How about trying...