The Shurgard Blog

Travelling

Holidaying on a Budget

Ann D. - 22 Jul 2019

Let’s be honest: holidaying is expensive. Yet we all lust after that idealistic get-a-way that makes all our colleagues green with envy. Whether your preference… Read full story

How to Travel the World – With a Budget

Ann D. - 24 Jun 2019

Gap year? Career break? Just a great idea! Travelling the world is a rewarding and satisfying experience. Costs, however, can add up and make it… Read full story

Finals are over – So what’s next?

Ann D. - 17 Jun 2019

Inevitably there’ll be a few weeks of chilling, relaxing and partying. But what’s the plan after that? What’s the next step in the great journey… Read full story

The Slippery Slope to Ski Success

Ann D. - 18 Feb 2019

We’ve had our share of snowflakes in the UK, but some countries are blessed with a long and lavish snow season. So for those who… Read full story

Don’t make it easy for burglars!

Ann D. - 02 Jul 2018

Friends, family … so many people are preparing their suitcases and bags for a well-deserved vacation. Unfortunately summer vacation season is exactly the time “when… Read full story

5 top tips to protect your home while you’re on vacation

Ann D. - 14 Aug 2017

You’ve been working hard whole year and then … finally, your well-deserved vacation! Relaxing on the beach or going on a cultural trip? We all… Read full story

Buying & selling property

The tiny house movement

Ann D. - 10 Apr 2017

Growing up, the dream was a house in the country complete with huge garden and pool. Then reality (and adulthood) hits and you can barely… Read full story

Joining the Expat Pack

Linh V. - 03 Oct 2016

More than 5 million people born in the UK have emigrated. A quarter have been lured by the pull of year round BBQs, sunshine and… Read full story

Preparing for an adult gap year

Linh V. - 29 Aug 2016

Grown-up gap years have become popular with mid-career professionals, tired of the daily grind. With long hours, cramped commutes and soggy Pret sandwiches for lunch,… Read full story

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