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Erasmus students studying in London
18 Dec 2025 British Culture

Erasmus Returns: Government Policy Catches Up to British Hospitality

Written by James McCall, Accommodation Director Brilliant news. The UK is rejoining Erasmus+, and this signals exactly what we've known all along: EU student…

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Carnaby Street in central London
21 Nov 2025 British Culture

London Pickpocketing Videos on TikTok: Tourist Areas vs Where You’ll Actually Live

Your parents have been sending you viral videos. Phone thefts on Oxford Street. Pickpockets on the tube. "LONDON IS SO DANGEROUS NOW!" They're panicking about y…

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1 Nov 2025 British Culture

How to Book Legitimate Homestays in London

Understanding what proper providers do helps you spot the fakes immediately. Here at London Homestays we recommend a few things to always check before booking. …

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16 Oct 2025 British Culture

How to Spot Fake London Accommodation (And Book Legitimate Homestays)

Students lose more money to accommodation scams than any other type of fraud when moving to London. Not phone theft. Not pickpocketing. Accommodation deposit…

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1 Sep 2025 British Culture

Is South London Dangerous? Why Old Online Posts About London Areas Are Wrong

This happens almost every week: a student is placed in Balham, Brixton or Clapham. Everything's confirmed. Then their parents find a blog from 2006 or a forum p…

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    How much spending money does an international student need in London in 2026? March 30, 2026
  • A parent’s guide to London homestays for 16 and 17 year olds March 26, 2026
  • Why many LSE students overpay for ‘central’ (and what works better) March 22, 2026
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  • Flat lay of typical London student daily spending items including Oyster card, sandwich, coffee, coins, SIM card and pharmacy bag
    30th Mar, 2026

    How much spending money does an international student need in London in 2026?

    How much spending money do you need in London beyond accommodation? Realistic weekly budgets for lunch,...

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  • 26th Mar, 2026

    A parent’s guide to London homestays for 16 and 17 year olds

    Sending a 16 or 17 year old to London? A plain-English guide to DBS checks, curfews,...

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  • 22nd Mar, 2026

    Why many LSE students overpay for ‘central’ (and what works better)

    LSE students often overpay for Zone 1. Which London areas give the simplest commute to Holborn...

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  • 19th Mar, 2026

    Best areas to live for KCL students in homestay

    Which London areas work best for KCL students in homestay? A campus-by-campus guide covering Strand, Waterloo,...

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  • 15th Mar, 2026

    What it’s really like living with a London host family

    What does living with a London host family actually feel like? Real students share their experiences...

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  • View from inside a London homestay hallway through the open front door showing a student arriving with a suitcase
    11th Mar, 2026

    Homestay vs residence for short English courses in London

    Comparing homestay and student residence for short English courses in London. Which gives better value, easier...

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  • 7th Mar, 2026

    Best meal plan for your London homestay: half board, B&B or self-catering?

    Half board, B&B or self-catering? How to choose the right meal plan for your London homestay...

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  • 4th Mar, 2026

    How to choose the right London homestay: a practical guide

    Zone, category, meal plan, budget. A practical guide to choosing the right London homestay for your...

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  • 1st Mar, 2026

    Student accommodation in London for international students: the honest guide

    An honest comparison of halls, house shares, hostels and homestays for international students in London. What...

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