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University Film Locations

Yes, we know we mention film locations all the time in our marketing material, but can you blame us? Many a movie has been shot within the walls of university residences, or failing that, pretty close by. Here are our top pic...

5 Breathtaking Universities You Can Actually Stay In

If you’re looking for a budget travel alternative for your city break, you’ll be glad to know you can have access to student prices without compromising on the quality. Colleges over the world open their doors to visitors, of...

Cambridge vs Oxford: Which Is the better City?

Cambridge and Oxford are two of the oldest and highly regarded universities in the world. With the world’s most famous university boat race looming, we put our two favourite universities to the test to see what the cities hav...

The Ultimate Guide to Family Holidays in the UK

Fun and affordable things to do and helpful tips for your favourite British family holiday destinations. Cheap, quirky and Family Friendly alternatives to hotels and b&b.

Definitive guide for budget family holidays in France this Easter break

Ahh, Bonjour mon petite champignons! Are you feeling the need to escape this Easter for a well-earned break? Require fantastic wine, food, culture and family friendly accommodation whilst keeping to a budget? Our list of wall...

Lyon - much more than food

City breaks - hmmm, well, let’s reel out the faves - Barcelona, Paris, Lisbon, Amsterdam - yadda, yadda, yadda (yawn). That’s a tad unfair, but sometimes you should visit somewhere that isn’t one of the obvious classics. And...

The Insider's Guide to Cambridge

With so much to do in Cambridge it can be hard to choose! UniversityRooms has compiled this list with insider knowledge of things to do, places to eat and of course where to stay; we've handpicked picked the coolest, quirkies...

Top 5 best and unusual places to be wined and dined in Rome

As with any city there are literally hundreds of places to eat, but some are not as equal as others. Read our top 5 guide to Rome's best establishments when visiting this glorious city.

Top 10 Canadian Travel Hacks

Read our top 10 travel hacks to cheaply navigate your way around Canada. A must have read for everyone - not just backpackers!

Watch our new YouTube advert filmed at Goodenough College, London

We made our own YouTube advert featuring Goodenough College in London's Bloomsbury. We hope you enjoy it!