Michael Demetriou

You’ve got into uni… what should you bring?

Congratulations on your A-Level results and well done on getting your place at Warwick. I’m sure it is starting to feel real now as we get closer to fresher’s week. But one thing that may still be troubling you might be what you should bring with you to your student...
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Posted Aug. 17, 2026

Looking back at the addictive Pretty Little Liars

This year I was persuaded by my housemates to watch Pretty Little Liars. I came into this show with many preconceptions and thought it would be another trashy teenage American high-school drama. And yes, I was right, but what I didn’t expect was that I would be hooked from the...
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Posted Aug. 3, 2026

Michael On The Move: Exploring Sweden

Hi all, I hope you’ve enjoyed the great weather and didn’t get too sun burnt! I also hope you all enjoyed reading about Mexico!  For this edition, I’ve decided to stay close to home and explore somewhere in Europe. Tired of the heatwave, I opted for a slightly cooler destination....
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Posted Jul. 29, 2026

Michael On The Move: Exploring Mexico

Hi guys, I hope you’re all doing well and that your exams went smoothly. I also hope you enjoyed reading the latest piece on France and perhaps even considering a European trip to Marseille.   For this column, I thought I’d be a bit topical and focus on a country that...
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Posted Jun. 25, 2026

The jet fuel crisis: Is a summer flight actually worth it?

Recent geopolitical events have led to a crisis in jet fuel, with so many airlines cancelling flights and adding extra charges. This makes it less than ideal for those of us who are searching for a cheap holiday abroad. With this rise in uncertainty about flights, it may be time to...
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Posted Jun. 18, 2026

Michael On The Move: Exploring France

Hi all,  Welcome back to the next edition of my column. Sorry about the slight delay, but we’re back on track now! I hope you all enjoyed reading about the USA and perhaps even thinking about a cheeky Coachella trip next year.  For this edition, I wanted to return to...
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Posted May. 28, 2026

Michael On The Move: Exploring USA

Hi all, welcome back to the column! I hope you’ve all enjoyed reading about Scotland and are maybe thinking of going up there for your next small break!   This time, I have decided to focus the column on a place I haven’t actually been to yet. This country is one...
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Posted May. 13, 2026

Michael On The Move: Exploring Scotland

Hi all and welcome back to the latest edition of Michael on the Move! I hope you all enjoyed reading about Germany, it surely must have been for any history enthusiast.  This time, like the Wales article, I’ve chosen to stay a bit closer to home and write this column...
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Posted Apr. 16, 2026

Kraków without the crowds: The perks of early spring travel

Having just come back from my Darts Society’s international tour to Kraków, it felt very clear to me that schools were still open. We were through airport check-in and security in under 10 minutes both at East Midlands Airport and in Kraków. We were able to go to most sights...
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Posted Apr. 7, 2026