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Dorset’s Jurassic Coast

March 15, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

There is more to the English county of Dorset than Thomas Hardy, thatched cottages and thatched bus stops. And thatching contractors with two year waiting lists. There are also crumbled shingle beds, rock doughnuts, a […]

Trenčín – 2026 European Capital of Culture

February 28, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

A medieval castle perched high on a rock and lit up with bright dazzling colours was the majestic masterpiece in the opening ceremony of 2026’s European Capital of Culture. The dramatic backdrop added to the […]

Beyond the Villa: Hidden Administrative Hurdles of Buying Your Dream Home Abroad

February 17, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Aspiring to live and work in another part of the world is a wonderful thing but the realities of going through with a property purchase and a job relocation can weigh on you when the […]

How To Make Travel Less Stressful Before Taking Off

February 10, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Considering the attraction of travel is to relax and switch off from the mundane, hustle and bustle of daily life, some people get incredibly stressed when it comes to the preparation and the travel itself. […]

Driving in Dubai: The Silence of The (Electric) Lambos

February 4, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

They call this epic eight-lane blacktop, which slices through the bustling heart of Dubai, the ‘Sheikh Zayed Highway’. A more accurate name would be the ‘Sheikh Zayed Race Track’ because every drive down it feels […]

Rise of Quiet Online Spaces for Travellers Who Work and Study Remotely

December 30, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Remote work was marketed as freedom. Work anywhere. Study anywhere. Live lightly and carry a laptop. Anyone who has actually tried working or studying while travelling knows how incomplete that story is. Noise is constant. […]

Why Some Changes Only Make Sense After You Live with Them

December 22, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Some changes look obvious on paper. Logical, even exciting. Others feel confused at first, slightly uncomfortable and maybe even wrong. And yet those are often the ones that end up making the most sense over […]

Top Tips to Keep Your Travel Costs Down

December 19, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Travelling doesn’t always have to break the bank. When planning a last-minute holiday or a long-term adventure, there are plenty of ways to cut costs without sacrificing fun or comfort. By making a few thoughtful decisions you can enjoy […]

Digital Nomadism: Smart Rentals That Combine Work and Travel

December 16, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

The modern workforce is increasingly embracing a lifestyle that merges professional ambition with geographical freedom. Digital nomads are no longer confined to cramped coffee shops or unreliable hostel Wi-Fi; instead, they seek accommodation that seamlessly […]

How To Up Your Travel Game

December 9, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

If you are dreaming of taking your travel style from pretty good to ‘wow who is this glamorous explorer?’ Then you’re in the right place. Maybe you’ve browsed the work of a constructeur de yachts de […]