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Scottish Sun
14-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I ditched the UK for sunny Bali with my kids – we were burnt out zombies so packed all our stuff and never looked back
Plus find out how easy it is to move abroad SANDS NICE I ditched the UK for sunny Bali with my kids – we were burnt out zombies so packed all our stuff and never looked back Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A BURNT out mum has revealed how she ditched the 9-5 grind in grey Britain and moved her whole family to Bali with just a few suitcases and no regrets. Laura Richardson now lives on the tropical island with her partner and her three young kids. 2 Laura Richardson had enough of the UK so moved to Bali with her kids Credit: tiktok/therichardsons04 2 The mum-of-three is now happier than ever Credit: Instagram/therichardsons04 She explained how the couple were 'trapped in the system', feeling like 'zombies' who never saw their children and when they did, they were too stressed to be present. 'Every day felt like Groundhog Day,' she said in a Tiktok video. 'I had a breakdown. I remember thinking, 'Is this really it? Is this my life forever?'' So, they did the unthinkable and sold almost everything, packed their life into a few bags and boarded a plane to start again. They had no savings, no backup plan, and no idea what would come next. But over a year later, she says it was 'the best decision we ever made.' She knew it was a "massive risk" to walk away from everything they had worked hard for 20 years. But a year down the line, she says it was the best decision she ever made. The family's first attempt to escape came in 2022 when they took a one-month trip to Thailand with their newborn, two-year-old and three-year-old. It was magical, but tough. Travelling with three little ones wasn't easy and they realised the nomadic life wasn't for them. I ditched my waitress job in London and moved to paradise island where rent is £200 and dates with men involve beach They returned to the UK in January 2023 but their hearts stayed abroad. She explained that despite trying to "go back to normal" they felt like they were "drowning" and fantasised about a new life. But taking the leap with three kids and no financial or logistic plan was the biggest hurdle. Eventually, after months of stress, home renovations, and running a business while raising three toddlers, they discovered a new way of life and a path out. They listed their house on Airbnb to fund the move, despite having no savings. They even put their relocation program, Boundless Life, on a credit card just to get going. And in a final twist, to secure residency, the couple had to legally marry, so they had a last-minute shotgun wedding before they left. Now based in Bali, the mum says they're finally living the life they once thought was out of reach. She's now urging other families to follow their gut if they feel stuck in the same cycle. But despite the wave of support, the mum says her viral post was flooded with cruel comments about her appearance. 'I've got a thick skin, but still I would never write something like that on someone's post. My message wasn't about me, it was about showing people another way of living.' But fans of her story were quick to rally round. One commenter wrote: 'You're living your best life. If I had my time again I'd do the same. "I love Bali, I've been 20 times! When my teens move out I'm planning to rent my home and follow in your footsteps.' Another said: 'It's a brave move leaving behind everything you know. It takes a lot of strength and courage. I'm so glad you're enjoying life. Well done.' So while she may have traded drizzle for sunshine, the real glow-up was emotional, not just tropical. Meanwhile, another fed up mum-of-three left the doom and gloom of crime-ridden Britain for a soft life with her kids in Turkey. Tired of grey skies, scary streets and a constant daily grind to make ends meet, one British mum said 'enough's enough' and packed her entire life into a shipping container to start fresh under the Turkish sun. Elsewhere, A young woman recently revealed how her health improved after she moved from the UK to Dubai, saying life at home was 'making her sick'. Ela Reeves was struggling with a series of health conditions prior to the move, including chronic fatigue, sore joints and acne. With her body 'crying out for change', she decided to try life in sunnier climes and jetted off to Dubai for a new life in January and has never looked back.
The Sun
14-07-2025
- The Sun
I ditched the UK for sunny Bali with my kids – we were burnt out zombies so packed all our stuff and never looked back
A BURNT out mum has revealed how she ditched the 9-5 grind in grey Britain and moved her whole family to Bali with just a few suitcases and no regrets. Laura Richardson now lives on the tropical island with her partner and her three young kids. 2 2 She explained how the couple were 'trapped in the system', feeling like 'zombies' who never saw their children and when they did, they were too stressed to be present. 'Every day felt like Groundhog Day,' she said in a Tiktok video. 'I had a breakdown. I remember thinking, 'Is this really it? Is this my life forever?'' So, they did the unthinkable and sold almost everything, packed their life into a few bags and boarded a plane to start again. They had no savings, no backup plan, and no idea what would come next. But over a year later, she says it was 'the best decision we ever made.' She knew it was a "massive risk" to walk away from everything they had worked hard for 20 years. But a year down the line, she says it was the best decision she ever made. The family's first attempt to escape came in 2022 when they took a one-month trip to Thailand with their newborn, two-year-old and three-year-old. It was magical, but tough. Travelling with three little ones wasn't easy and they realised the nomadic life wasn't for them. I ditched my waitress job in London and moved to paradise island where rent is £200 and dates with men involve beach They returned to the UK in January 2023 but their hearts stayed abroad. She explained that despite trying to "go back to normal" they felt like they were "drowning" and fantasised about a new life. But taking the leap with three kids and no financial or logistic plan was the biggest hurdle. Eventually, after months of stress, home renovations, and running a business while raising three toddlers, they discovered a new way of life and a path out. They listed their house on Airbnb to fund the move, despite having no savings. They even put their relocation program, Boundless Life, on a credit card just to get going. And in a final twist, to secure residency, the couple had to legally marry, so they had a last-minute shotgun wedding before they left. Now based in Bali, the mum says they're finally living the life they once thought was out of reach. She's now urging other families to follow their gut if they feel stuck in the same cycle. But despite the wave of support, the mum says her viral post was flooded with cruel comments about her appearance. 'I've got a thick skin, but still I would never write something like that on someone's post. My message wasn't about me, it was about showing people another way of living.' But fans of her story were quick to rally round. One commenter wrote: 'You're living your best life. If I had my time again I'd do the same. "I love Bali, I've been 20 times! When my teens move out I'm planning to rent my home and follow in your footsteps.' Another said: 'It's a brave move leaving behind everything you know. It takes a lot of strength and courage. I'm so glad you're enjoying life. Well done.' So while she may have traded drizzle for sunshine, the real glow-up was emotional, not just tropical. Meanwhile, another fed up mum-of-three left the doom and gloom of crime-ridden Britain for a soft life with her kids in Turkey. Tired of grey skies, scary streets and a constant daily grind to make ends meet, one British mum said 'enough's enough' and packed her entire life into a shipping container to start fresh under the Turkish sun. Elsewhere, A young woman recently revealed how her health improved after she moved from the UK to Dubai, saying life at home was 'making her sick'. Ela Reeves was struggling with a series of health conditions prior to the move, including chronic fatigue, sore joints and acne. With her body 'crying out for change', she decided to try life in sunnier climes and jetted off to Dubai for a new life in January and has never looked back.
The Irish Sun
14-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I ditched the UK for sunny Bali with my kids – we were burnt out zombies so packed all our stuff and never looked back
A BURNT out mum has revealed how she ditched the 9-5 grind in grey Britain and moved her whole family to Bali with just a few suitcases and no regrets. Laura Richardson now lives on the tropical island with her partner and her three young kids. 2 Laura Richardson had enough of the UK so moved to Bali with her kids Credit: tiktok/therichardsons04 2 The mum-of-three is now happier than ever Credit: Instagram/therichardsons04 She explained how the couple were 'trapped in the system', feeling like 'zombies' who never saw their children and when they did, they were too stressed to be present. 'Every day felt like Groundhog Day,' she said in a Tiktok video. 'I had a breakdown. I remember thinking, 'Is this really it? Is this my life forever?'' So, they did the unthinkable and sold almost everything, packed their life into a few bags and boarded a plane to start again. Read more on moving abroad They had no savings, no backup plan, and no idea what would come next. But over a year later, she says it was 'the best decision we ever made.' She knew it was a "massive risk" to walk away from everything they had worked hard for 20 years. But a year down the line, she says it was the best decision she ever made. Most read in Fabulous The family's first attempt to escape came in 2022 when they took a one-month trip to Thailand with their newborn, two-year-old and three-year-old. It was magical, but tough. Travelling with three little ones wasn't easy and they realised the nomadic life wasn't for them. I ditched my waitress job in London and moved to paradise island where rent is £200 and dates with men involve beach They returned to the UK in January 2023 but their hearts stayed abroad. She explained that despite trying to "go back to normal" they felt like they were "drowning" and fantasised about a new life. But taking the leap with three kids and no financial or logistic plan was the biggest hurdle. Eventually, after months of stress, home renovations, and running a business while raising three toddlers, they discovered a new way of life and a path out. They listed their house on Airbnb to fund the move, despite having no savings. They even put their relocation program, Boundless Life, on a credit card just to get going. And in a final twist, to secure residency, the couple had to legally marry, so they had a last-minute shotgun wedding before they left. Now based in She's now urging other families to follow their gut if they feel stuck in the same cycle. But despite the wave of support, the mum says her viral post was flooded with cruel comments about her appearance. 'I've got a thick skin, but still I would never write something like that on someone's post. My message wasn't about me, it was about showing people another way of living.' But fans of her story were quick to rally round. One commenter wrote: 'You're living your best life. If I had my time again I'd do the same. "I love Bali, I've been 20 times! When my teens move out I'm planning to rent my home and follow in your footsteps.' Another said: 'It's a brave move leaving behind everything you know. It takes a lot of strength and courage. I'm so glad you're enjoying life. Well done.' So while she may have traded drizzle for sunshine, the real glow-up was emotional, not just tropical. Meanwhile, another fed up mum-of-three left the doom and gloom of crime-ridden Britain for a soft life with her kids in Turkey. Tired of grey skies, scary streets and a constant daily grind to make ends meet, one British mum said 'enough's enough' and packed her entire life into a shipping container to start fresh under the Turkish sun. Elsewhere, A young woman recently revealed how her health improved after she , saying life at home was 'making her sick'. Ela Reeves was struggling with a series of health conditions prior to the move, including With her body 'crying out for change', she decided to try life in sunnier climes and jetted off to How easy is it to move abroad? Brexit means British citizens now have to apply for visas to move to countries within the EU. While some countries residency restrictions are easier than others, here's what you need to do at home before moving: Notify HMRC about your upcoming move. Let your local authority know and provide a forwarding address. Contact your mortgage and utility providers and bank before leaving. If you have paid enough UK national insurance contributions, you can qualify for a state pension abroad - contact the You can sign up to the Royal Mail's If you have outstanding student loans, contact the If you have children, give due notice to childcares and schools.
Gulf Today
26-03-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
The Royal Stables Abu Dhabi to develop UAE Para Dressage team for LA Paralympic Games
The Royal Stables in Abu Dhabi announced the launch of a ground breaking initiative aimed at developing a competitive para dressage team to represent the UAE at the upcoming Los Angeles Paralympic Games in 2028. The Para Dressage Performance Programme underscores The Royal Stables' commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence, following the founding vision of His Highness the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan. With a mission to empower para-athletes and inspire future generations, The Royal Stables is actively seeking potential Emirati athletes to join the development pathway, sponsorship partners and community support to bring this ambitious vision to life. This project is a unique opportunity to be part of a historic journey toward the Paralympic Games, championing diversity and breaking barriers in equestrian sports. An International Equestrian Federation (FEI) governed discipline, Para Dressage is conducted under the same basic rules as the sport of Dressage, the highest expression of horse training, adjusted for athletes of determination. Athletes perform at a walk, trot and canter, executing tests ridden from memory that follow a prescribed pattern of movements, with the test difficulty determined by the athlete's graded level of impairment. Athletes are graded according to the severity of the impairment, ranging from Grade I—most severe impairments that usually require the use of a wheelchair—up to Grade V, which is classified as a mild impairment of movement or muscle strength or visual impairment. Para Dressage is the only Equestrian discipline included in the Paralympic Games, where it has been a regular fixture since 1996. The Paralympic Games are the second largest sporting event in the world after the Olympic Games and are contested immediately after the Olympic Games in the same city and at the same venue. The Royal Stables has assembled a team of distinguished experts to manage this project, spearheaded by Performance Manager Laura Richardson, bringing her extensive experience in elite sports management to optimise athlete development and competitive success; and Russell Mackechnie-Guire as the Technical Lead, whose PhD in equine biomechanics and vast expertise will provide a scientific edge to training and performance strategies. Other pivotal players include Mohamed Dahdouh as the Team Physiotherapist, focusing on injury prevention, rehabilitation and enhancing athlete mobility and strength; and Krish Someshwar as the Team Veterinarian, ensuring the highest standard of equine health and welfare. As part of this innovative development program, The Royal Stables has also acquired a Racewood Simulator, a cutting-edge equestrian training tool that provides a safe and controlled environment for athletes to hone their skills. The simulator will play a vital role in the para dressage team's training, offering customised data and feedback and enhancing rider confidence and technique. Additionally, the Racewood Simulator will be available for bookings outside of the para programme, making this advanced technology accessible to the wider equestrian community. Buthaina Abdullah Mohamed Ali Al Mazrouei, Member of the Board at The Royal Stables expressed immense pride in the launch of the project, stating, 'This initiative is a testament to our dedication to fostering talent and breaking barriers in equestrian sports. We are thrilled to support our para-athletes in achieving their Paralympic Games dreams.' The Royal Stables invites all aspiring para dressage athletes, who meet the eligibility criteria, to apply to participate in upcoming talent identification events. They are also calling on sponsors and partners who are passionate about equestrian sports, supporting para-athletes and contributing to the success of this inspiring journey. Richardson, General Manager of The Royal Stables commented, 'Our mission is to create an inclusive and empowering environment where every aspiring para dressage athlete can reach their full potential. With the leadership of our exceptional team, the support of our community and the backing of visionary sponsors, we are excited to embark on this journey to the Paralympic Games and showcase the incredible talent from the UAE.'
