Make a fresh start abroad
Sometimes you don’t realise you’re looking for a completely different life until you start experiencing one. For us, what started as a road trip around Europe eventually turned into something much bigger: leaving the UK and building a new life abroad. We had become increasingly frustrated with life in Britain. The cost of living was […]
“Trust me, when you move abroad, you’ll never want to go back.” It sounds dramatic, doesn’t it? But there’s something that happens when you step away from the life you’ve always known. You start seeing your everyday routine differently. We know because we did it. We’re a British family of five who decided to leave
When people think about moving abroad, they often imagine a quieter life. For us, our new life in Türkiye is becoming something very different. Yes, we’re enjoying the sunshine, exploring the coastline, taking boat excursions and experiencing VIP transfers. But behind those experiences is something much bigger. We’re not simply living abroad. We’re building. Building
Moving abroad with your family can sound incredibly exciting. A new country, a different pace of life, more space, lower living costs and the chance to build something from scratch can all be powerful reasons to make the move. But there is a big difference between visiting a country and building your everyday life there.
Packing smart can make your travels smoother, less stressful, and far more enjoyable. Whether you’re heading away for a weekend break, embarking on a cross-country road trip, or travelling internationally, being organised before you leave can save time, money, and frustration. Start by making a checklist to keep track of all your essentials. Having a
Left The UK And Moved Abroad #1 Here is an engaging, structured blog post tailored for families looking to make the leap from the UK to Bulgaria. Making a Fresh Start: Why Moving from the UK to Bulgaria is the Ultimate Family Reset Let’s be honest for a second. The UK has a lot going
Were We “Running Away”? (And Did We Find What We Were Looking for in Bulgaria?) Whenever you tell people you are packing up your entire life, pulling your kids out of school, and moving to a country where you don’t speak the language, you get a lot of reactions. Some people are inspired. Others think
Fresh Start Sticks Blog #3 When you decide to pack up your life and move your family abroad, the world is technically your oyster. You could choose the beaches of Spain, the countryside of France, or the familiar expat tracks of Portugal. When we told people our dart landed on Bulgaria, the reaction was almost
Fresh Start Sticks Blog#5 If you’ve been swept up in the romance of our journey so far—the dream of a slower pace, the financial freedom, and the raw beauty of restoring an old stone property—it’s time for a reality check. Finding that perfect place isn’t a walk in the park. In fact, hunting for a
Fresh Start Sticks The paperwork is signed, the legal checks are clear, and the nerve-wracking house hunt is officially behind us. It still doesn’t feel completely real, but we are holding the physical, heavy iron keys in our hands. We have officially moved into our very first Bulgarian home! After leaving the fast-paced UK grind,
