Travel

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a vibrant and welcoming city with so much more to do than spend time in coffeeshops. I spent a couple of days in Amsterdam with Jemina and we managed to do a lot in a short space of time. Here are a few things we did to make the most of our trip: […]

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Travel

Why travel to Normandy?

Are you thinking of travelling this summer? If so, I am here to suggest a less talked about holiday  destination… Normandy! When travelling to France, Paris is usually the most talked about attraction, so much so that we often forget how many other beautiful regions the country has to offer. Last summer I had the […]

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Travel

Survive and thrive on your Year Abroad

I study Russian and German at university and I went on a year abroad last year as part of my course. Whether you’re also going on a year abroad as part of your degree or you’re taking time out purely for fun, it’s important to know not only how to ‘survive’ but also how to […]

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Travel

Sunny Singapore

Luscious trees and luscious leaves,   Iridescent and majestic, shimmering in the night,   A warm enchanted forest of sparkling delights.   In painted streets infused with culture and festivity,   Busy and bustling yet safe and leisurely.   Fragrant Buddhist Temples,   And ornate Hindu Mandirs, side by side.   Breathing deeply and soaking […]

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Faith, Travel

Go for it!

‘Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your life, you’ll regret the things you didn’t do more than the ones you did’. H. Jackson Brown Jr. Stepping out into the unknown and doing something new can be daunting. Whether it’s moving to a new place, starting a business or applying for a job, […]

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Faith

Good God

Good. Not great; not amazing. Just good. We use the word ‘good’ to describe so many different things- food, how we’re feeling, TV programmes, schools… It’s a word we slip into our casual conversations every day and so when the Bible describes God as good, it’s easy to forget all that this really means. God […]

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Travel, Work

Top 8 language learning tips

“With languages, you are at home anywhere.” – Edward De Waal Speaking another language is a great skill for so many reasons. You can get to know people from different cultures and it pushes you out of your comfort zone. However, even though it’s fun, learning a language is no easy task: it takes dedication and commitment. […]

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