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The Staycation – and how it can help us come to grips with our national identity

The Staycation – and how it can help us come to grips with our national identity

This summer I took the extremely difficult and heart-wrenching decision not to escape, run, and abound from the UK as quickly as feasibly possible, instead choosing a ‘staycation’
Year Abroad Diaries #7: Reality hits for the big return home

Year Abroad Diaries #7: Reality hits for the big return home

The big return to Manchester after a year abroad is well and truly underway for many fourth years. Here is a collection of lessons that I learned while away, that I intend to bring into my final year of studies
New Schengen border checks: All you need to know

New Schengen border checks: All you need to know

Sunday October 12 saw the introduction of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). Here’s all you need to know about how it will work
Why classic novels are so timeless

Why classic novels are so timeless

Despite all the latest books coming out, there is a reason why certain names, Mark Twain, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Scott Fitzgerald (amongst others) remain some of the most celebrated authors to this day. Why is this? Elizabeth Gray writes in the Medium that not only is it the treasurable insight into history, and window […]
Why is it still important to learn languages?

Why is it still important to learn languages?

Language learning seems to have taken a backseat, with English being so widely spoken – so why is it important to learn a new language?
Year abroad diaries #3: Long-distance relationships

Year abroad diaries #3: Long-distance relationships

Long-distance relationships can be hard during your year abroad – here are some ways to make them easier
Finding home at university

Finding home at university

Navigating the change from home to university can be daunting, but equally extremely rewarding
UK dreams or Brexit nightmares? The fate of international students

UK dreams or Brexit nightmares? The fate of international students

Brexit has severely impacted EU students. Is a UK degree still worth it?
Tribe hotel launches at Manchester Airport

Tribe hotel launches at Manchester Airport

Newly opened hotel at Manchester Airport immediately impresses upon first viewing
Should you book that flight and study abroad?

Should you book that flight and study abroad?

The Mancunion discusses the trials and tribulations of studying abroad- is it more than just another ‘opportunity’?
What’s the buzz around the new Bee Network buses?

What’s the buzz around the new Bee Network buses?

The Bee Network is expanding in Manchester with buses becoming council-operated. Find out how this will affect students
A crunchy trip away: 24 hours in Chester

A crunchy trip away: 24 hours in Chester

Tired of mundane rainy days in Manchester? Need a peaceful and cheap escape? Just an hour away, a weekend in Chester awaits!
72 Hours in Copenhagen

72 Hours in Copenhagen

The ultimate guide to spending the weekend in the stunning city of Copenhagen!
A student guide to Sheffield

A student guide to Sheffield

Spending the Summer in Manchester? Find out what Sheffield has to offer as part of our student-friendly travel guide
10 things to know before you take a year abroad

10 things to know before you take a year abroad

Embarking on your year abroad can be daunting. There are so many things to remember, along with the added pressure of being in another country alone. Fell prepared and reassure with our guide to a year abroad!
Navigate the North by train

Navigate the North by train

Escape day to day life in Manchester with our recommendations for the best train travel in the North of England.
Manchester Airport chaos: Everything you need to know

Manchester Airport chaos: Everything you need to know

You might have seen the chaos at Manchester Airport on social media, but why is it happening?
Eurostart your holiday plans

Eurostart your holiday plans

The Mancunion offers a guide to travelling via the Eurostar, with destinations, journey times and how to maximise your time in Europe.
Greater Manchester to have bus fares capped

Greater Manchester to have bus fares capped

How much will fares be capped at and is the change actually a good move?
Come fly with me: The cheapest student holidays

Come fly with me: The cheapest student holidays

Hoping to leave behind your uni deadlines and house drama? Here are 5 cheap places you can escape to