Moving Abroad – Make Sure Your Mobile Device is Ready Too

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: November 30th, 2015

Mobile-phoneMoving overseas can be an exciting time, even once in a lifetime opportunity for many people. One such step is a major transition in life and there is a lot to consider and account for. From paperwork to accommodation and all in between, people moving abroad have their hands full. In the whole commotion of choosing the right man and van removal company, sorting out accommodation etc. it is easy to overlook some of the essentials of modern day life in another country – such as telecommunications. Most people would turn their smartphone or mobile device on the moment they touchdown in their new home country, no surprises there. Although most devices these days are fully compatible with the networks of many other countries, there are also certain fundamental differences and factors to consi...

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Home Moving: Loose the Stress

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: November 24th, 2015

Now that your home relocation is finally over, you can put all the stress and strain of months of preparation and execution behind you. Once the man and van people have done their job delivering your property and you have unpacked at least most of them, you can concentrate on what the future holds for you at your new place.

The tradition postulates that when you move in a house or an apartment, you should host a house-warming party. It is a great opportunity to gather family, friends and people you like at one place, and have a good time on top of it. Let’s go through some ideas for what your house-warming party can look like, so everyone attending, including you has a blast.

1)      BBQFor the summer months, the perfect idea for a house warming party is a BBQ...

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Useful Travel Tips

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: November 15th, 2015

Moving places, traveling to another country on business or holiday etc. are instances in which people need to make certain choices about packing, luggage, means of transport and other such. In the case of moving house, choices boil down to which items are coming along, and which ones are getting left behind. Any man and van removal company will say that the lighter the load the slimmer the price. The same applies when traveling overseas – airlines will charge more for heavier bags. This is one of the fundamental rules of moving and traveling. There are however other clever tips and tricks that should make the trip there and back more manageable and less stressful.

Airplane-in-the-skyIf you are the travel guide type, instead of bringing a paperback copy of your favourite travel guide, opt for its online ver...

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Origin of the Van and Meaning of the Word Part 2

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: November 9th, 2015

As mentioned in the opening part of the article, the word ‘van’ although overlapping in general meaning, describes a slightly different type of transport or passenger vehicle in different English speaking countries around the world. Vans are the workhorse of choice for a multitude of businesses and industries worldwide.

Small-vanIn the United States for instance, van is also a boxy shaped trailer or a semitrailer used for transportation of goods. North Americans differentiate between a regular van and a refrigerated one. A normal transport van is usually called a dry van, whereas refrigerated vehicles are known as reefers in American English. In America, the train car carrying people’s luggage is also known as a van...

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The Parks of Camden

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: October 26th, 2015

As you probably already know Camden is one of the best places of London. It is not only because of its great location, rich art scene and thriving cultural and economic life, but also because of the wide variety of open green spaces of any sort that are located on its otherwise comparatively small territory.

If you have chosen to move to Camden, you can use the time the man and van technicians manage the final aspects of your relocation to go check some of the nice, beautiful and well maintained open green spaces in the vicinity of your new neighborhood, like:

  • Bloomsbury-SquareBloomsbury Square is considered to be one of the most beautiful garden squares in London. It was designed and built in the 17th century by the 4th Earl of Southampton...
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Best London Summer Events

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: October 19th, 2015

Oh, well, summer is knocking on the door, and if you think that spending it in London might be a bad idea, you are wrong!

If you have just moved your house and your budget is dry (meaning you can’t afford a summer vacation) or you are looking for a way to distress from the whole endeavor while the man and van specialists are finishing your relocation, the abundance of summer festivals organized on the territory of London will provide you with a lot of alternatives.

London is the summer is the best London in our opinion, because you can feel to the fullest how diverse and cosmopolitan the city is. Let’s have a look at some of the most interesting events you can visit:

  • Field Day is held on June 6 and 7 and is the best place to be if you are a fan of alternative, folk and indie music act...
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British Islands That Are Ideal for a Family Vacation

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: October 12th, 2015

Beyond the shores of Great Britain are located some of the most beautiful European islands. In fact these islands are so amazing that they tend to attract numerous tourists on a yearly basis. Here is a list of the most popular British isles.

  1. Anglesey – This island is separated from Wales by the Menai Straight and is home to some of Britain’s most amazing castles. Anglesey is also one of the most picturesque British islands and offers some of the finest views of the Celtic Sea and Great Britain. The island is extremely popular amongst water sports enthusiasts as it offers a wide range of diverse activities related to water sports.
  2. Mull – The island of Mull is known for its lush and green untouched landscaped. The place is a mixture of nature and history...
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That’s How You Make a Removal Count

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: September 27th, 2015

Follow the simple tips described below, and you will have not a single reason to worry about your upcoming removal:

  1. In no case you should forget to pack a bag of essentials that you are going to need the first night at the new place. When the people from the man and van company unload your boxes, you will still have a lot of work to do on the unpacking and arranging your new home, so it is better to be prepared with a change of clothes, some canned food, medicine and toothbrush that are easy to access.
  2. In order to make the unpacking a less stressful job, you can consider using transparent plastic boxes for the most essential items – those that you will need to unpack first...
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In Order to Move Your Office, You Should Do This

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: September 14th, 2015

Relocating your office is one of the important things that you are going to do that would determine the future of your company. The faster you carry out the job, the better, because once you finish it you are going to have time to focus on the important issues of managing the development of your business at the new place.

Office-cubesHaving a man and van contractor to help you complete the job on time and with as little disturbance in the business process as possible is of course very important, but in order to make your contribution to the project and the work of the technicians easier, thus ensuring optimal results, you might want to follow some of the tips described below. Having them in mind is going to make your office removal much easier.

  • Packing and unpacking is crucial when relocating offices...
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Greatest British Generals

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: September 7th, 2015

Britain has fought numerous battles and has emerged from them victors because of brilliant leaders who have commanded their men meticulously. Here some of the greatest generals in British history.

Henry-RawlinsonHenry Rawlinson – Rawlinson was a First World War General who led troops in the Battle of Somme and the Battle of Amiens. He was the first general in history to conduct a night battle and to combine arms operations. During the Battle of Amiens which is also known as “the Black Day of the German Army” he commanded forces which comprised of infantry, mass artillery, mass cavalry and aerial support. Today Henry Rawlinson, 1st Baron Rawlinson is known as the father of modern battlefield tactic and is considered a pioneer in the science of warfare.

Edmund Allenby – Another British general that ...

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