I left my job and boyfriend for an opportunity in Los Angeles. Within 4 months, I moved back home.

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My short-lived stint in LA helped me feel more confident when I eventually moved to New York.

Kirsty McCormack

I left my life in New York to move to London with my husband. The financial trade-offs made it the best decision for us.

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My quality of life has improved in London, largely due to the financial trade-offs I made when moving here.

Currie Engel

I moved to London for cheaper travel and better job opportunities. So far, the sacrifices have been worth it.

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Moving from Melbourne to London has worked out well for me in a lot of ways.

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I run my business from an 18-square-foot shed in my parents' backyard. It cut my rent and childcare costs.

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Katie Vale in her millinery studio, which was converted from a shed in her parents' back garden.

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I've led teams in 5 cities around the world. Here are 3 hacks for dressing to impress at work.

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Liz Weselby.
Liz Weselby has led teams around the world and said there are hacks to dressing to impress.

Liz Weselby

I'm an American living in the UK. I didn't expect grocery shopping to be filled with so many surprises.

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I'm an American who moved to London, and I've been surprised by what groceries I can't find here.

Pamela Vachon

I thought I'd planned my first solo trip perfectly. After just 3 nights, I was desperate to go home.

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I went on my first solo trip and realized that I prefer traveling with friends.

Sean Abrams

I moved in with my girlfriend in London after only a few months of dating. I was terrified.

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The author and his new partner moved in together in London.

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I quit my job in London to move to Barcelona and start a business. I fly back for meetings twice a month — but it's worth it.

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Ethan Spibey now lives in Barcelona with his husband and dog.

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Pubs, pints, and padel: A night in the City of London's pubs shows how post-work drinking culture is changing

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Leadenhall Market remains a hub for after-work socializing.

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