Five questions about London’s bridges – Quick Quiz
London’s many bridges have a fascinating history. How much do you know about them?
Five questions about London’s bridges – Quick Quiz answers
We asked you five questions about London’s bridges. Here come the answers! In 1909 The Times described it as follows: “It looks like a monstrous Gothic…
British Expat Newsletter: August 2015
This month: Buying property overseas; transferring money; the sequel to Perking the Pansies; London’s bridges; and a desert spring.
Turkey Street
“Readers of Jack Scott’s début book, Perking the Pansies, would be forgiven for wondering what happened to our intrepid hero Jack and his husband Liam next – given the challenges inherent in moving to a country that’s officially secular but actually over 90% Muslim. This follow-up, Turkey Street, ends the wondering. And it does it in fine style.” Dave reviews the sequel to Jack Scott’s memoir of life as half of a gay expat couple in Turkey.
Spring is here
The David Falls at the Ein Gedi oasis in Israel, near the Dead Sea.
International money transfers – points to consider
If you’re transferring money abroad, make sure you get the best deal. Look further than your bank.