I am excited to share a personal experience that has been both fulfilling and transformative. At the end of 2022, my husband and I decided to embark on a familial and professional project in the vibrant city of London. This journey has taught us the immense value of embracing change and stepping out of our comfort zones. While it has not been without its challenges, we can confidently say that every moment has been absolutely worth it. Relocating to a new country has enriched our lives in ways we could have never anticipated. Recognizing the importance of practical information during such a transition, I created this presentation to gather all the essential details that proved useful and insights into aspects I wish I had known before embarking on this journey. I hope it can be a valuable contribution to all planning their move to London. And my greatest advice: it is in your hands to make this experience memorable. Embrace every opportunity, seize the moments, and relish this city's history, culture, diversity and richness. I encourage you to share it with anyone who may find it beneficial. Let's come together as a supportive community! Wishing you all the best in your upcoming London adventure! #CommunitySupport #MovingtoLondon #LondonLife #GlobalExperience #EmbracingChange

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MY LONDON
A “FREE WALKING TOUR” THROUGH

2. • At the end of 2022, my husband and I decided to start a family project in London.
• In January 2023, we settled in this incredible city and had little time to achieve it.
• Getting practical information was vital, and a network of Chileans in the UK was of great
help. There I decided at some point to gather the information that had been useful for
me, in addition to those things that I would have liked to know before, and help others
who were going through the same process.
• I have had a lot of fun collecting all this data and I decided to expand it to things that
catch my attention daily.
• I hope it will be a real contribution and my greatest advice: it is in your hands to make
this experience memorable.
Marina Pabst
ENJOY IT!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
mapabst@uc.cl

3. TABLE OF CONTENT
A FREE WALKING TOUR THROUGH MY LONDON TOP TIPS
MY PERSONAL TIPS
A selection of what I liked the most, what you have
to try, and what has been useful in London. Pubs,
restaurants, and bloggers, among other things.
APPS
My favourite apps for different purposes that you
can´t miss.
WHERE TO BUY?
All you have to know about supermarkets in the UK,
places to buy appliances and home accessories, cell
phones, bank accounts, etc.
TRANSPORTATION
Understanding London’s Network and my top tips
to save money.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
ACCOMMODATION
Get to know London and what you must know
about renting in this city.
5
6
4
2
3
1 Relevant concepts you have to manage and my
recommendations to get started.

4. IMPORTANT TO KNOW
1. BRP
• Biometric Residence Permit, is an official
identity document issued by the UK Home
Office as proof of your permission to enter
and stay in the UK.
• You are not required to carry it with you at
all times but must show it at the UK border,
in addition to your passport, when
requested.
• Write the unique number in the top right-
hand corner and keep a copy.
• You can retrieve the BRP once you are in
the UK.
• You must do this before the vignette sticker
in your travel document expires or within
10 days of arriving in the UK.
2. RIGHT TO RENT
3. RIGHT TO WORK
https://www.gov.uk/biometric-residence-permits/lost-stolen-damaged
LOST, STOLEN OR DAMAGED?
• Report it.
• Apply for a replacement BRP within three
months of loosing the BRP card.
• You will have to pay an application fee.
For more information visit:
• Check your decision letter, from when you
applied. It will tell you to collect your BRP
from either:
- A named Post Office branch
- Your sponsor (University, etc.)
• Look after it carefully.
• Before you can rent in England, you must
prove your right to rent to your landlord.
• If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you
can prove your right to rent in England with
the following:
- A share code - you can apply for a share
code online
- Your original immigration documents
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-rent
• You must prove your right to work in the
UK to your employer before you start
working for them.
• If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you
can prove your right to work with:
- A share code - you can apply for a share
code online
- Your immigration documents
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work

5. IMPORTANT TO KNOW
4. REGISTER WITH A GP
• NHS: National Health Service.
• You should have paid the insurance when
applying for your VISA.
• BUT you must register with a local GP
(General Practitioner) to access NHS
services.
• GP: first contact if you have a health
problem, they can also refer you to other
NHS services.
• Use the website provided below, and
search for a GP near your home.
• Check the Ratings and reviews but consider
that there is probably no perfect GP.
• You can change your GP surgery if you
need to.
• NHS number: a 10-digit number that is
used to keep track of your medical records.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/how-to-register-with-a-gp-surgery
5. TV LICENCE
• Legal requirement for anyone who wants
to watch or record live television
broadcasts, including via the internet or
any other device (phone, computer,
television, tablet, console).
• It is used to fund the British Broadcasting
Corporation (BBC).
• “TV Licence does more than you may
think”:
- Watch or record TV on any channel - via any
TV service (e.g. Sky, Virgin, BT, Freeview,
Freesat)
- Watch TV live on any streaming service (e.g.
ITV Hub, Channel 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime
Video, Now TV, Sky Go, foreign channels on
TV or live online)
- Watch BBC iPlayer,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zECK5307Wy8&t=131s
To clarify visit:
• A standard TV Licence costs
£159 per year.
• The maximum penalty is £1,000
plus any legal costs and/or
compensation you may be
ordered to pay.
https://www.tvlicensing.co.uk/check-if-you-need-one/topics/telling-us-you-dont-need-a-tv-licence
For more information visit:

6. 6. COUNCIL TAX
• Property tax charged by local authorities to help fund local
services, such as waste collection, roads and street lighting,
libraries, parks, and leisure facilities.
• The amount to pay depends on the value of the property and
its council tax band (Typically A to H)., and the area where you
live, as each local authority sets its council tax rates.
• Full-time students are generally exempt from paying this tax,
but if you live with non-student housemates you will still be
required to pay. You can apply for discounts. In that case:
• Find your council here: https://www.gov.uk/pay-council-tax
• Gather the documents needed and send them to your council,
remember to keep copies.
https://www.gov.uk/browse/housing-local-services/council-tax
For more information visit:
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
7. OTHERS
BE CAREFUL WITH YOU RUBBISH
• Check your council’s website to find out when your rubbish
will be collected, and avoid penalties for taking out the trash
when you should not. Use this link:
• Recycle what you can. The environment will thank you.
https://www.gov.uk/rubbish-collection-day
TIPPING IN LONDON
• Typically between 10% - 15% (12,5% most of the time)
• Also interesting to know, generally, in pubs you have to order
and pay at the same time at the bar.
CASH IN LONDON
• London is absolutely a card-friendly city.
• Surprisingly, cards are even accepted in the smallest places.
• I have rarely needed cash.
EMERGENCY
The emergency telephone number in the UK is 999.

7. LONDON
GET TO KNOW THE CITY
• 1-3 letter prefix, corresponding to its
compass location and then a following
number to distinguish it from adjoining
houses/streets.
• They divide London on a geographical basis.
• They Identify an individual address.
LONDON POSTCODES
https://www.milesfaster.co.uk/postcodes
For more information visit:
• Divide London by boundaries between
local authorities.
• Each of them raises local taxes and
administers local services.
LONDON BOROUGHS (32)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daeB46Z4fjs
Recommend to watch:
LONDON ZONES (6)
• Mainly for transport purposes (some
are actually outside London).
• The cost of transport varies depending
on which zone you are in.
• Being zone 1 the most Central.

8. RENTING
EXPLORE!
Where to live?
RENT RATES:
• London Rents Map is a website that
gives an overview of rent areas in
London.
• It is helpful to have an idea of prices in
each postcode, as it provides average
monthly private sector rent for
different types of homes across
London
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https://www.london.gov.uk/rents
Explore:
IT DEPENDS:
• On your lifestyle, preferences, and
budget.
• I recommend living near your work or
university or being well connected to
transport related to those places.
• Get familiarized with London Map
and its postcodes!
• London Market is very fast. What is available today, may not be available tomorrow!
• Normally, private accommodation is advertised only one or two months before availability.
• Therefore, do not expect to rent with much time in advance. Instead, get to know the market.
• Renting a temporary place to search while in London could be a great option.
Have you considered
living south of the river?
It tends to be cheaper
and well-connected.

9. RENTING
BASIC INFORMATION
1. Get familiarized with London Map and decide in which part of
the city you would like to live, maybe choose 2/3 places.
2. Download the official guide on How to rent and read it:
3. Start searching with patience, and stay calm. Making contacts
will help you gain experience and improve your
understanding of the market.
4. If you need a temporary place to arrive, this could help:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-rent
HOW TO GET STARTED?
1. To secure a property to rent, normally, you will have to pay a
holding deposit until the signing of the contract. It cannot be more
than a week's rent. If you retract, you usually lose it. READ THE
CONTRACT CAREFULLY.
2. Typically, you will need references and a guarantor in the UK to
rent. If not, be prepared to pay more or less 6 months in advance.
3. Security deposit: secures the landlord against damages or unpaid
rent. The maximum you can be charged is 5 weeks’ rent. Landlord
or agent has 30 days to provide details on how it is protected.
4. Right to rent: you will be asked to provide a code for checking your
immigration status as a tenant.
HOW TO RENT?
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-rent/get-a-share-code-online
Get it here (Use your BRP):

10. RENTING
1. RIGHTMOVE
WHERE TO SEARCH?
2. ZOOPLA
MAIN APPS / WEBS TO SEARCH
3. OPEN RENT
4. ON THE MARKET
5. SPAREROOM
1. Set up alerts into Rightmove and Zoopla to receive in your mail new
properties listed. By doing so, also you will get an idea of the prices of
your chosen sector.
2. Ask for more information about all the properties that you like. The
estate agents in that area will start to contact you, so you will have the
chance to contact them directly and specify what you are searching
for.
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6. PRIMELOCATION

11. RENTING
1. FOXTONS
LETTING AGENTS FOR PRIVATE RENTAL ACCOMMODATION
15. BENHAM AND REEVES
2. WINKWORTH
4. DEXTERS
3. CHESTERTONS
5. SAVILLS
6. JOHN D WOOD
7. MARTIN&CO
8. HAMPTONS
9. CHANCELLORS
10. PARKES ESTATES
11. JACKSON-STOPS
12. WINCHESTER WHITE
13. KNIGHT FRANK
14. MARSH & PARSONS
16. KINLEIGH FOLKARD &
HAYWARD
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1. Seek out companies who are more
proficient in the area you are
searching for.
2. Try to contact a Lettings Consultant
directly and explain what you are
looking for, so they can contact you
as soon as they know about a
suitable property for you, even
before they publish it.

12. RENTING
1. ZEBRA HOUSING
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
3. GOODENOUGH COLLEGE
2. GRADPAD
• Studios for postgraduate students.
- GRIFFON STUDIOS: Battersea, SW11.
- WOODLANE STUDIOS: White City, W12.
https://www.gradpadlondon.com
• For full-time postgraduate students in a
recognised London university.
• Centrally located and reasonably priced rooms,
studios, and flats.
- IMPALA HOUSE: Primrose Hill, NW1.
- JEROME HOUSE: South Kensington, SW7.
- SENTOSA HOUSE: Islington, N1.
- JEANNINE HOUSE: Marylebone, W1.
- ANSON ROAD & CARLETON ROAD, Tufnell Park,
N7.
https://www.zebrahousing.com
• London’s postgraduate residential community.
• Rooms, studios, and flats.
• Centrally located, WC1N.
https://www.goodenough.ac.uk
• Accommodation for families and couples undertaking
postgraduate studies
• Studios, flats, and Bungalows
• Located in North London: Woodside Park, N12
4. NANSEN VILLAGE
5. OTHERS
https://www.sanctuary-students.com
https://www.unitestudents.com
https://www.vitastudent.com/en/citi
es/london/lewisham-exchange
https://britanniastudents.com

13. RENTING
1. STUDIOS2LET
MORE OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
• Provides studio apartments in Central and West
London
https://student.studios2let.com
https://www.residentialland.com/London-property-for-rent.aspx
2. RESIDENTIAL LAND
• Residential land rent, sell and buy, prime Central
London.
3. CHAPTER
• Offers a variety of different room types including
shared and single occupancy options.
WEBS TO SEARCH FOR STUDENTS
1. STUDENTS.COM
2. UHOMES
3. ACCOMODATION
FORSTUDENTS.COM
https://www.chapter-living.com
8. OTHER STUDIOS
https://www.wayoflife.com/locations/london
4. WAY OF LIFE
5. VERTUS
https://www.thisisvertus.com
https://www.blackhorsemills.com
6. BLACKHORSE MILLS
7. THE COLLECTIVE
https://www.thecollective.com

14. TRANSPORTATION
UNDERSTANDING LONDON’S NETWORK
1. UNDERGROUND: THE “TUBE”
• London’s underground is the oldest in the world (Founded
in 1863) and one of the most extensive.
• It is charged by distance (zones), not by ticket. This explains
why you must touch your card on a yellow card reader at
the start and end of your journey.
• Lines:
https://www.visitlondon.com/traveller-information/getting-around-london/london-
maps-and-guides/free-london-travel-maps
For more information visit:
Mind the gap!
Docklands Light Railway
Crossrail
Download it here: https://tfl.gov.uk/maps/track
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/tube-and-rail-fares
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/tube-and-rail-fares/single-fare-finder

15. TRANSPORTATION
UNDERSTANDING LONDON’S NETWORK
2. LONDON BUS SYSTEM
https://www.visitlondon.com/traveller-information/getting-around-london/london-maps-and-guides/free-london-travel-maps
For more information visit:
3. LONDON OVERGROUND
• Launched in 2007 to provide
better connections between areas
outside of central London.
• Operate in the south of the city.
4. TRAMS
5. RIVER SERVICES
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/river-fares
• Operated by Uber
Boat by Thames
Clippers.
•City Cruises (Westminster to Greenwich and Tower Pier circular)
•London Eye River Cruise
•Thames River Boats (Westminster to Hampton Court)
•Thames River Sightseeing (Westminster to Greenwich)
•Turks River Trips (Hampton Court to Richmond)
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/bus-and-tram-fares
• Around 9,300 vehicles operating across 675 routes.
6. BIKES
• Hire a Santander Cycle in London
from £1.65 for 30 minutes
• Download the Santander Cycles
app or go to your nearest docking
station with your bank card.
https://santandercycles.tfl.gov.uk/map

16. TRANSPORTATION
COMPANIES
APPS
2. MEGABUS
1. FLIXBUS
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3. NATIONAL EXPRESS
• Usually operate from major coach stations in London, such as Victoria Coach
Station and Stratford Bus Station.
7. COACHES TO OTHER CITIES/ COUNTRIES
UNDERSTANDING LONDON’S NETWORK
• There are student apps that give discounts for the tickets.
• Compare prices, it is easy.

17. TRANSPORTATION
PAYMENT
1. CONTACTLESS CARD
(CREDIT / DEBIT)
2. GOOGLE / APPLE PAY
3. OYSTER CARD
It is not needed if you have a
contactless card.
The Oyster card costs £7.
You then add money to the card to
pay for your travel. The £7 fee is not
a deposit.
• Underground: You must
touch in at the start and
touch out at the end of
every journey, using the
same card. If you don't
you may be charged the
maximum fare.
• Be careful while using
DLR. Usually, there are
no turnstiles, and
validation totems are
hard to see.
• There are CAPS that
limit how much you pay
for all your journeys in
one day or week.
RELEVANT
INFORMATION
• Never buy a single ticket, the
price is extremely high.
• Example Underground fares zones 1-2*:
• Example Bus and tram fares*:
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GO CONTACTLESS!!
* Fares 2023
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/tube-and-rail-fares/pay-as-you-go-caps
Explore all caps here:
• If you are not in a rush, PREFER
BUS, it is CHEAPER!

18. TRANSPORTATION
3a. 18+ OYSTER CARD
• For Students, expires when your course ends
• Initial Fee £25
- Buy discounted Travelcards
- Buy discounted Bus & Tram Pass season tickets
- Add pay as you go credit - you don't get discounted pay as you
go fares (you only get discount for plans)
- Get a railcard and save 34% on pay as you go off-peak fares and
daily caps by adding a 16-25 Railcard or 26-30 Railcard to your
18+ Student Oyster photocard to travel on the Tube, London
Overground, Elizabeth line and most National Rail services in
London.
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OTHERS
RAILCARDS
• There are different Railcards available:
- 16-25 Railcard / 26-30 Railcard
- Family & Friends Railcard
- Two Together (couple travelling together)
- Disabled / Veteran
• Also, with them you get a 1/3 discount on off-peak* pay-as-you-go
travel.
• You have to ADD your discount to your Oyster card (or 18+) by asking
a staff member. (Takes less than 5 minutes, DO IT, you could save a lot
of money.
• When you renew your National Railcard, you must add the discount on
your Oyster card again.
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/free-and-discounted-travel/national-railcard-discount
For more information visit:
* Off-peak: Typically from 9:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00

19. CAPS
• There are different caps for the times of day you
travel (peak and off-peak), zones, and the transport
you use:
- Cap for bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground,
Elizabeth line and National Rail journeys in London.
- Cap for bus and tram journeys.
For more information visit:
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/bus-and-tram-fares
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/tube-and-rail-fares/caps-and-travelcard-prices
TRANSPORTATION
Example Underground CAPS zones 1-2*:
* Fares 2023
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/refunds-and-replacements/didnt-touch-in-or-out
WRONG RATE?
• Wait at least 48 hours as you might receive an automatic refund.
• If not claim for a refund:

20. TRANSPORTATION
MAIN APPS
2. GOOGLE MAPS
1. CITYMAPPER
• Journey Planner & Navigation
for Bus, Train, Tube, Walk,
Cycle
• Includes times and prices
3. TFL GO

21. TRANSPORTATION
APPS FOR TRAINS AND BUSES TO OTHER CITIES/COUNTRIES
2. TRAINLINE
1. TRAINPAL
• Tend to be cheaper
• Offer train, bus and airplanes
• There are railcards that you buy once a year and you get 1/3 discount.
• There are student apps that have discounts for railcards.
• Compare prices, it is easy.
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22. MAIN AIRPORTS
AND TRANSPORT TO CENTRAL LONDON
1. HEATHROW
2. GATWICK
Recommend to watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbAal7jIWQ4
• London Underground Piccadilly Line: The most cost-effective option. More or
less £6. Approx 38 min to South Kensington. Avoid Elizabeth Line (expensive,
approx. 36 min to Paddington)
• National Express from/to Victoria Coach Station. More or less £10. Option when
Piccadilly Line is closed. Tend to be 50 min - 1 hr
• Heathrow Express: non-stop train service between Airport to Paddington
Station in approximately 15-20 min. Cost tend to be +£20.
• Southern or Thameslink Trains: regular connections between Gatwick and
various central London stations. Approx 35 min to Victoria Station. More or less
£ 20 (peak) £ 12 (off peak).
• National Express from/to Victoria Coach Station. More or less £10. Option when
Piccadilly Line is closed. Tend to be 2 hrs.
• Gatwick Express: train service between Airport and Victoria Station in
approximately 30 minutes. Cost tent to be +£20
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/find-fares/tube-and-rail-fares/single-fare-finder
https://tfl.gov.uk/travel-information/timetables/
AVOID if you are not in
a hurry express trains!
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USEFUL LINKS:

23. MAIN AIRPORTS
AND TRANSPORT TO CENTRAL LONDON
3. STANSTEAD
4. LUTON
• National Express: from/to Victoria Coach Station. More or less £15. Tend to be 2 hrs.
• Stansted Express: This train service connects Stansted Airport to Liverpool Street Station in
approximately 45 minutes. Tend to cost more or less £21.90
• National Express: from/to Victoria Coach Station. More or less £12. Tend to be 1.5 hrs.
• Thameslink Trains: Train service between Luton Airport Parkway Station and various central London
stations such as St Pancras International and Blackfriars, in approx. 50 min. (Cost approx. £15 peak,
£11 off peak). Be careful to also buy a ticket of the Luton Airport Shuttle that connects the airport to
Luton Airport Parkway Station.
5. LONDON CITY
Has its own DLR station, providing direct service to central London locations such as Bank and Canary
Wharf. The cost is between £3 to £4.

24. APPS
FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES
1. STUDENT BEANS
• Discounts only for students
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• 10% discount
• Free 20 kgs
checked-in bag
• Free Amazon
Prime for 6
months (then
3.99)
• 3 months free
Revolut
Premium
• 20% discount
with £5
minimum spend
• 10% discount
MY FAVOURITES
* The offer may vary over the time
• 15% discount • 1/3 off tickets
at National Rail

25. APPS
FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES
3. TOO GOOD TO GO
• Very discounted surprise
bags of food.
• Well-known chains
(Starbucks, Caffe Nero,
Pret a Manger).
• Local shops.
• Share things you do not
need.
• Get free things you need.
4. OLIO
2.1 TOTUM / 2.2 UNIDAYS
• More discounts.
• Totum PRO for “not” students.
5.1 BOLT
2.3 GROUPON
• Bolt tends to be cheaper than Uber.
• Discount Codes and vouchers.
VS
Sample ride:
5.2 FREENOW

26. APPS
FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES
6. GO JAUNTLY
• Discover walking guides, tours,
nature, and city trails.
• Create your own routes and
share.
Examples:
8. GURU WALK
• Find the best free walking
tours of London.
• If you have just arrived, it is
a great way to learn about
the city.
• You can go with family or
friends.
• Feel free to tip as much as
you think is appropriate.
7. ALL TRAILS
• Find new trails and plan
routes.
• Useful whether you hike, bike,
run, or walk.
• Free and paid versions.
9. FLUSH
• Public toilet finder.
• Simple but useful.
10. RADICAL STORAGE
• Luggage Storage.
• Places all over London.
• Online booking.
• From £5 per day.

27. APPS
FOR DIFFERENT PURPOSES
11. ZIPCAR
• Car sharing alternative to car
rental & ownership.
12. SKY SCANNER / KAYAK
• Find the cheapest or most
convenient flights available.
• Google Flights is also a good
option.
13. DELIVEROO
• For Food Delivery.
• Buy and sell pre-
owned clothes and
accessories.
14. VINTED
13.1 GORILLAS/ 13.2 GETIR
• Groceries delivered in
minutes.

28. APPS
AND WEBS FOR TICKETS AND SHOWS
1.1 TODAY TIX
• Discover the best of London
theatre and its promotions.
• Find Rush tickets.
• Enter lotteries to get great tickets
at low prices
2.1 BANDS IN TOWN
• Live music discovery
platform
• Discover live music,
tailored to your music
taste.
2.2 SONG KICK
2.3 DICE
• Platform for fans to
experience more of the
shows they love in the
most hassle-free way
possible.
https://www.atgtickets.com
1.2 ATG TICKETS
• Search here:
1.3 LONDON
THEATRE DIRECT
https://www.londontheatredirect.com
• Search here:

29. • Well acclaimed Theatrical and
musical productions.
ENTERTAINMENT
OPTIONS FOR EVERY TASTE
1. WEST END THEATRES
• Hosts concerts, sporting events, comedy shows, and more.
2. ROYAL ALBERT HALL
3. THE 02
For more information visit:
https://www.theo2.co.uk/events/venue/the-o2-arena
https://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/
• This iconic venue hosts a wide range of concerts, including
classical music, contemporary artists, and special events.
For more information visit:
4. SHAKERPEARE GLOBE
https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/whats-on/
• Hosts a variety of theatrical productions, primarily focusing on
Shakespeare's plays.
For more information visit:

30. ENTERTAINMENT
OPTIONS FOR EVERY TASTE
• Diverse program of opera, ballet,
and classical music performances.
• Even if you are new to these art
forms, there is something for
everyone to enjoy.
• Ticket prices typically range from
around £10 with standing
positions or restricted view. It is a
good quality-price option.
• On Fridays at 1 PM you can find
rush tickets.
5. ROYAL OPERA HOUSE 6. WIGMORE HALL
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https://www.roh.org.uk/tickets-and-events
For more information visit:
• Variety of concerts, featuring
acclaimed musicians, chamber
ensembles, vocalists, and
instrumentalists from around the
world.
• The hall itself has a classic and
elegant design, with exceptional
acoustics and an intimate
atmosphere
• They offer £5 tickets for Under
35s, you have to try!
https://wigmore-hall.org.uk/wigmore-series/under-35
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31. Generally, supermarkets slap a yellow
sticker on items close to their “best
before” date.
The closer it is to that date, the bigger
the discount, but you risk other
people buying it before you.
GO AND FIND IT!
SUPERMARKETS
LOW PRICE MEDIUM PRICE
HIGH PRICE
1. LIDL
2. ALDI
3. ASDA
4. TESCO
5. SAINSBURYS
7. WAITROSE
• Download Tesco APP and gain access
to
Clubcard Prices: relevant discounts and
discount vouchers (100 points, £ 1)
• Meal Deal: £3.4 for a main (often a
sandwich), a drink, and a snack
(commonly crisps).
• Superstores tend to be cheaper and
have more variety than Express
• Download the NECTAR APP and
access relevant discounts
- Collect points
- Local version: reduce the number of
items
- Meal Deal: £3.5
• Good delivery
6. M&S
Stores are usually on
the outskirts of the
city: plan and go with
your →
• Focuses more on ready to eat food,
good quality.
• Selling the full range of groceries, meat,
and household essentials.
• Little version: reduces the number of
items.
OTHERS
• Offers affordable products,
mostly under their own
brand, which are of good
quality.
• Offers affordable products,
mostly under their own
brand, which are of good
quality

32. SUPERMARKETS
MY EXPERIMENTAL INDEX
• I took a sample of 28 products
belonging to different categories.
• In some items, there are
differences in product size, so I
standardised them to a common
unit.
• There may be a difference in
product quality between chains.
You have to be the judge.
100% 101% 106% 107% 107% 136%
28 28 28 28 28 28
Product Unit ALDI LIDL ASDA TESCO SAINSBURYS WAITROSE
Sunflower Oil litre 1,99 2,40 2,40 2,25 2,40 2,30
White bread 800 grs 0,39 0,39 0,45 0,39 0,39 0,85
Toastie 800 grs 0,79 0,85 0,75 0,85 0,85 1,30
Brioche 8 pack 1,19 1,25 1,25 1,40 1,50 1,80
Tortilla chips 200 grs 0,48 0,48 0,57 0,48 1,00 1,00
Ham Trimmings 400 grs 2,49 2,49 1,99 2,50 2,80 5,00
Bife mince 5% fat 500 grs 3,29 3,49 3,75 3,29 3,20 6,88
Cooked chicken 240 grs 1,89 1,89 1,95 1,89 1,89 2,29
Cathedral City mature cheese 350 grs 3,25 3,25 3,15 3,25 4,75 4,40
Mature Cheddar own brand kg 5,33 5,33 6,97 6,98 5,33 6,34
Medium eggs x 6 1,29 1,29 1,45 1,50 1,45 1,25
Large eggs x 6 1,55 1,65 1,80 1,75 1,80 2,50
Chicken breast kg 6,39 6,39 6,95 6,32 6,39 8,34
Lurpak Spreadable kg 8,92 8,92 7,50 8,92 7,50 10,00
Own brand Spreadable kg 4,40 4,40 4,40 4,38 4,38 5,20
Milk litre 0,68 0,68 0,68 0,68 0,68 0,73
Double cream 300 ml 1,19 1,30 1,35 1,19 1,19 1,40
Orange juice litre 0,95 0,85 1,00 0,85 0,85 1,00
Apple Juice litre 0,69 0,85 0,95 0,69 0,85 1,00
Lemons each 0,14 0,14 0,14 0,14 0,14 0,30
Grapes kg 2,98 2,98 2,98 2,98 2,98 4,00
Salad tomato x6 0,90 0,90 0,90 0,85 0,85 0,85
Iceberg lettuce each 0,70 0,70 0,70 0,70 0,70 0,80
Onions kg 0,95 0,95 1,10 1,00 1,10 2,07
Toilet tissue 6 pack 1,99 1,99 1,99 2,80 3,00 2,75
Kitchen towel 100 sheets 0,56 0,56 0,56 0,56 0,56 1,00
Detergent litre 1,90 1,59 3,00 1,90 2,28 2,50
Bin Liners 30 bags M 1,55 1,55 1,75 2,25 2,00 2,35
58,82 59,51 62,43 62,74 62,81 80,19
TOTAL
Number of Products
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PLAN your purchases
in advance!

33. WHERE TO BUY?
1. PRIMARK
ITEMS FOR HOME, APPLIANCES, ETC
2. IKEA
8. TKMAXX
• Fashion, home and beauty.
• Good prices.
• Love their stuff for bed: sheets, duvet
and covers, etc.
3. DUNELM
• Home furnishing ideas, affordable
furniture and more.
• From fashion clothes & accessories, to
homeware, beauty and gifting.
• Home Furnishings Retailer.
• located on the outskirts of the city.
• Good delivery.
4. ARGOS
• Tech, home, garden, appliances,
toys, video games & more.
• Delivery and click & collect (fast).
5. CURRYS
• Products including Computing,
Domestic Appliances and
Mobiles.
• Convenient essentials prices.
11. AMAZON
9. SUPERMARKETS
• Search in Superstores
10. JOHN LEWIS
• Department stores
• Retail chain that sells homewares and
household goods
7. WILKO
6. AO
• Tech and electricals.

34. CELL PHONES
1. LEBARA
MANY OPTIONS
2. SMARTY
3. GIFF GAFF
4. VODAFONE
5. VOXI
6. EE
7. THREE
8. 02
MAIN COMPANIES
MY TIPS:
• If you are not a heavy user, a £10 plan
should be enough.
• Be careful with the top-up. I used it
with Vodafone, and the rate was so
high that £10 lasted me less than an
afternoon.
• I switched to a plan from Lebara, which
has worked very well for me, even in
the EU (check that if you plan to travel
there).
* E SIM
available

35. BANK ACCOUNTS
1. REVOLUT
AND MONEY EXCHANGE
2. WISE
3. MONZO
https://wise.com/gb/pricing/send-money
https://monzo.com/legal/fee-information
For information about fees visit:
• Virtual Card → Free
• Printed card → Delivery fee from £4,99
• Add money bank transfer → Free
• Add money via debit card → If it is not a UK or EEA
issued card, there is a fee
• Instant Transfers to other Revolut users → Free
• Exchange: £1,000 per month free, then 1% (Since June
23, before 0,5%)
• Transfers conducted on weekends and UK bank
holidays incur a 1% charge. AVOID IT!
https://www.revolut.com/legal/standard-fees
• Virtual Card → Free
• Printed card → Delivery fee £7
• Add money bank transfer → Free
• Fees depend on the amount, the currency you are
sending money to, and your payment method
• Transparent when it comes to sending money,
use the calculator to see fees and exchange rate
upfront.
4. GLOBAL 66 / CURRENCY BIRD
LLOYDS
HSBC
https://bases.global66.com/wp-
content/uploads/2023/02/tarifario-chile-23-
02.pdf
https://www.home.currencybird.cl/terms/
5. OTHERS
• Money transfer
• Bank accounts
• You can open a joint account here.

36. MY RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR THE ARRIVAL
OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT
Highly recommended digital banks
BUY A SIM CARD
GET YOUR BRP
Check the point of collection that was indicated
when applying for the VISA.
1
2
0
You do not need a bank account to buy it.
GET YOUR RIGHT
REGISTER IN A GP
4
5
3
• To rent:
• To work:
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-rent/get-a-share-code-online
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work/get-a-share-code-online
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/how-to-register-with-a-gp-surgery
• Investigate those near where you live or study
and register.
-1 INVESTIGATE
• Read this document carefully and search for
answers to your doubts.
• Talk to people who have gone through the same
process and ask them for tips.
• Investigate the city and accommodation.
DECIDE WHERE TO STAY
• At least for the first week.
• Coordinate as many visits as possible to see
accommodation after your arrival.

37. MY PERSONAL TIPS
FAVOURITE BLOGGERS
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1. LIVING LONDON HISTORY
• Learn about London’s hidden
gems and other interesting
stories with Jack.
• I highly recommend:
- Buy his book.
- Go on a walking tour with him.
(Most of the time, it is sold out)
2. LOVE AND LONDON
• Learn London tips to avoid the
over-hyped and overdone.
• Download London 101 guide
• Uncovering London’s best kept secrets
3. SECRET LONDON

38. MY PERSONAL TIPS
1. TRY PIMM’S N°1 DRINK
• Gin-based, herbal fruity liqueur.
• Created in the 19th century by Mr Pimm.
MIX ( 2-4 people)
• 200 ml Pimm’s N°1
• 600 ml sparkling lemonade
• ½ orange cut into chunks
• 5 strawberries cut into chunks
• 4 inch pieces of cucumber
Serve with ice cubes
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2. VISIT FORTNUM & MASON STORE
• Live a unique experience in a dream store.
• Essential destination for anyone in search of
extraordinary food, exceptional service and joy-giving
things ever since.
SOME IDEAS

39. MY PERSONAL TIPS
• Try here:
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3. FISH & CHIPS
The Hung, Drawn & Quartered - Fuller's Pub
WHERE TO GO FOR A SPECIAL MOMENT
4. TAVERNAKI PORTOBELLO
https://tavernakiportobello.co.uk/
• Amazing Greek food

40. • Trip or Baggage Delay
The airline must compensate you if it exceeds a certain number of hours (usually +3).
Most of the flights you pay with a Credit Card have:
• Baggage Delay Insurance
Covers the cost of items you must buy if your bag is delayed for a certain time or replacement
costs if lost.
Limitations and maximum coverage per person and item may vary by card.
• Trip Delay Reimbursement
If your scheduled trip is delayed by a certain amount of time., it covers expenses that could
include: meals, toiletries, medication, lodging and other personal items. However, there may
be a per-trip or per-ticket coverage maximum.
DID YOU KNOW?
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