I'm unfamiliar with this megabus, but it does sound rather, er, mega.Isn't that what the megabus is for? Students who want to see another part of the country for £1 except that they have to sit on a bus to get there?
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Going to London for 5 months - advice welcome!
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I'm unfamiliar with this megabus, but it does sound rather, er, mega.
I personally would rather pay the train fare than sit on a bus for 1098410928 hours.
Very true, and between the US$ exchange rate & Ken's travel increases $1000 should get you a weeks Oyster Card
A good source of financial info is MSE.
This is a bit of a misconception. We don't get a lot of rain in the UK. In fact my quick research shows that in the last 12 months London had 24 inches of rain, whilst New York had 44 inches, so I think you NYC clothing will be just fine
sourceAnyway, travel around whenever you can, stay safe and enjoy your time in the UK
The MegaBus can cost as little as £1 (with an extra 50p booking fee). You can't beat that value if you are on a budget.
Just remember to goto the toilet before you board, and not drink anything. I dont think they have toilets on board. You can get some cheap rail fares if you book in advance. You can goto Scotland for £28 return if you're lucky + its a nice rail journey.
If you're a cyclist, why not cycle around London? The best way of seeing London in my opinion. The Gumtree
is a good place to buy second hand stuff (Gumtree might be your friend, its the london equivelent of Craigslist.
Having lived in London for 7 years, i've not really had any problems, safety wise (touch wood). With a bit of common sense, you'll be fine.
I met mariahlullaby for lunch today and introduced her to mushy peas.
Lovely lady too, hope she enjoys her stay here... and if there are any meetups, then I'll see if we can get her along.
Lovely lady too, hope she enjoys her stay here... and if there are any meetups, then I'll see if we can get her along.
Hey! I am looking to study abroad in England too, I have always wanted to visit and I attended a meeting today about going, however not until 2009 fall semester because i signed a lease on an apt for next year >_<
Anyways the lady I met with told me about two school for my major (human resources management, communications, public relations (basically business of talking)) and they are Sheffield Hallam University, and I believe the University of Worcester.. How are these schools anyone care to explain the reputation they give off? Also where abouts are they located, and anyone from around there? Since this is so far off I really didn't look into it yet (plus I just got this information today), and I figured that this is the best way to get information .
Anyways the lady I met with told me about two school for my major (human resources management, communications, public relations (basically business of talking)) and they are Sheffield Hallam University, and I believe the University of Worcester.. How are these schools anyone care to explain the reputation they give off? Also where abouts are they located, and anyone from around there? Since this is so far off I really didn't look into it yet (plus I just got this information today
), and I figured that this is the best way to get information .
Hey! I am looking to study abroad in England too, I have always wanted to visit and I attended a meeting today about going, however not until 2009 fall semester because i signed a lease on an apt for next year >_<
Anyways the lady I met with told me about two school for my major (human resources management, communications, public relations (basically business of talking)) and they are Sheffield Hallam University, and I believe the University of Worcester.. How are these schools anyone care to explain the reputation they give off? Also where abouts are they located, and anyone from around there? Since this is so far off I really didn't look into it yet (plus I just got this information today
Not sure I would recommend either myself but that is just me. Check out the Sunday Times University Guide.
Sheffield Hallem is ranked 63rd in the country and Worcester is ranked 77th. That is based on Business courses which sounds pretty similar to what you want to do. Some people don't agree with University rankings so feel free to ignore them
.Sheffield is a great city though, I have family there and they love it.
I met mariahlullaby for lunch today and introduced her to mushy peas.
Lovely lady too, hope she enjoys her stay here... and if there are any meetups, then I'll see if we can get her along.
And thank you again! Blue Velvet showed me around the area and yes, to peas (which were delicous on fish!). We had a wonderful walk around and I picked up where to go for all the essentials
Learn to love accents!
Haha it shouldn't be that bad right now I am surrounded by West Virginians, and people who say "wuada" for "water."
Not sure I would recommend either myself but that is just me. Check out the Sunday Times University Guide.
Sheffield Hallem is ranked 63rd in the country and Worcester is ranked 77th. That is based on Business courses which sounds pretty similar to what you want to do. Some people don't agree with University rankings so feel free to ignore them
Sheffield is a great city though, I have family there and they love it.
Ah thank you very much, I will keep you guys posted as to when and exactly where I am going probably after today I need to call my business advisor to see what classes to take to get ready to leave.
I appreciate everything so far guys!
I certainly hope so. Otherwise, I want to see photos.I presume you mean Wales
Isn't there a Sainsburys Local near Kings Cross and Mornington Crescent? I don't know where you live, so it's hard to give advice. Warren Street should have one as well, I think.
Living expenses per month, excluding money spent hanging with friends, drinking, etc: £120. That's around £20 to £25 per week on groceries, and £5 to 10 per week on drinks, sweets, etc. You live near uni, so transportation won't cost you much.
Yes, definitely avoid areas like Kings Cross at night. Oops!
IF you come over to Sheffield for a visit feel free to get in contact with me as I am at the University of Sheffield so I can come and meet you, so you around the wonderful city.
British weather is character building.
Honestly I can't wait, I wish I could go next year, but i got sucked into getting a lease with two of my friends. I hope you're still in school during the 2009 Fall semester because things are really looking good for then, if not then I am going to TRY to get out of my lease for next spring semester (year from now).
Plus it would be awesome to meet another mac enthusiast I'm the only one here at my uni