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So, you’re moving to London? Here are 10 things I wish someone had told me
One: How to Find a Rental Without Getting Scammed or Losing Your Sanity Don’t live with your landlord. Sure, it might seem like a...
Alice Dawson
Apr 12, 20258 min read


My dating horror stories: I went on the dates so you don’t have to
This is perhaps not the blog post my Mum would like to read. So, Mum, if you’re reading this, maybe just… skip to the next one. I’ve...
Alice Dawson
Feb 22, 20255 min read


Less is more, but enough is everything: how a pencil taught me perspective
One of my favourite quotes comes from the movie 'Hector and the Search for Happiness', and it goes something like this: "Comparisons...
Alice Dawson
Jan 18, 20254 min read


Twelve lessons for twelve months living in London
It was a grey Tuesday afternoon last January when I touched down in London, my body aching from nearly 24 hours of travel. Exhausted, I...
Alice Dawson
Jan 4, 20255 min read


Dating for dummies: 2024 edition
Dating in 2024 isn’t just tricky—it’s downright exhausting. I know this because I’ve lived it (well, living it). From the agony of trying...
Alice Dawson
Nov 22, 20244 min read


Longing for home: What I miss about Australia
In London, autumn is creeping in, making the days feel shorter. It’s funny—back home, you wouldn’t think of the seasons as anything too...
Alice Dawson
Nov 6, 20245 min read


Six weeks, six countries: Highlights from an epic European summer
It’s been a while since I last wrote a blog, as I’ve been deeply immersed in another writing project. But today, I felt compelled to...
Alice Dawson
Sep 4, 20244 min read


Teaching across continents: Ten surprising differences between teaching in London and country Australia
Many people have asked me about the major differences I've experienced teaching in London compared to Australia. After six months in...
Alice Dawson
Jul 22, 20244 min read


Should I stay or should I go? My honest opinion on moving abroad
Moving abroad wasn’t something I seriously considered until just four months before I found myself on a plane to London. The idea...
Alice Dawson
Jun 25, 20244 min read


Jane Austen: The queen of romance who never found love
This week, I had the pleasure of visiting the enchanting town of Bath. Not only is it famous for it’s ancient Roman baths and stunning...
Alice Dawson
May 31, 20243 min read


Turning 26: Ten takeaways from my early twenties
As I celebrate my 26th birthday this week, I find myself looking back on my journey that brought me here. The early twenties—a time of...
Alice Dawson
May 16, 20247 min read


The tube diaries: London's underground maze
The Tube has fascinated me since my arrival in London. The efficiency in shuttling millions of people to their destinations, regardless...
Alice Dawson
May 2, 20243 min read


From nothing to everything, all at once
In the year 2024, I made the conscious decision to break free from the monotony of routine and embrace a life filled with new...
Alice Dawson
Apr 28, 20245 min read


The modern dating scene: insights from a single woman
Oh, the joys and pitfalls of modern romance. Being single in this day and age is like trying to find your way through a dense...
Alice Dawson
Apr 25, 20245 min read


The day I was banned from giving directions
As the ungodly hour of 4am pierced through the remnants of my nonexistent sleep, courtesy of my cousin's alarm, I found myself catapulted...
Alice Dawson
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Edinburgh expedition: unlocking the secrets of Scotland's storied city
Picture yourself strolling through the enchanting vistas of a mesmerising destination, immersed in the timeless allure of sandstone...
Alice Dawson
Apr 10, 20244 min read


Trading sunny shores for drizzly days: why do so many Australian's choose to move to London?
It's 6 a.m. The blare of your alarm jolts you awake, rubbing your eyes after a night disrupted by the cacophony of traffic and your...
Alice Dawson
Apr 2, 20244 min read


Stepping back in time: the tale of my navy blue sandals
In the memories of my youth, there exists a chapter where I, at the tender age of thirteen, stood on the precipice of adolescence. My Mum...
Alice Dawson
Mar 30, 20242 min read


Navigating guilt and growth: the dual lives of an expat
Embarking on the journey of moving abroad is a thrilling yet daunting prospect. The allure of exploring new lands, starting afresh, and...
Alice Dawson
Mar 27, 20242 min read


London learnings: odd revelations from across the pond
Since swapping sunny shores for the bustling streets of London, life's taken a quirky turn. Here are some peculiar insights I've picked...
Alice Dawson
Mar 27, 20244 min read

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