I moved to London for cheaper travel and better job opportunities. So far, the sacrifices have been worth it.
The author moved from Melbourne to London seeking better travel access and career opportunities after being made redundant and ending their lease. Despite financial adjustments and a more modest living situation, the move has enabled affordable travel across Europe and new professional ventures. The sacrifices have been balanced by personal growth, expanded networks, and meaningful experiences.
- ▪The author relocated from Melbourne to London after losing their job and wanting to live abroad.
- ▪They pay just under £1,000 for a shared living arrangement in central London, which is comparable to their previous rent in Melbourne for a more spacious studio.
- ▪Living in London has allowed them to take frequent, low-cost trips to cities like Paris, Copenhagen, and Malaga using short flights and the Eurostar train.
- ▪They transitioned from a lower-paying PR job to freelance writing and part-time hospitality work, co-founding a writing collective called INKLINGS.
- ▪The move required lifestyle changes, including budgeting, shopping at charity stores, and reducing discretionary spending on coffee, nails, and fitness classes.
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A year and a half ago, I had reached a crossroads in Melbourne. Loading audio narration... I was made redundant in my previous role, my lease was close to ending, and I was itching to follow my dream of living abroad and traveling the world.So, I packed my bags, left Australia, and moved halfway across the globe. I landed in London, which seemed like a great home base for travel and a promising city for work opportunities. My background is in public relations, so I hoped that being in London could better connect me to the rest of the world and bigger clients.Although it's taken me a while to adjust — especially financially — the move has already paid off.
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