Imagine a world where ponies run wild right outside your window, a relaxing spa looks out to grass fields and breakfast can be eaten in your slippers and bathrobe. Now stop imagining, because whatever you’ve come up with in your head is nowhere near as good as the real thing at Careys Manor Hotel in …
(Honest) Careys Manor New Forest Review in the Lake District Read More
While in the UK, you may find yourself wondering about British pub etiquette as not everyone is familiar with how they operate or the overlap and differences between pubs, bars, and restaurants in the UK. So many people who are visiting the UK are eating out a lot, particular if you’re staying at a hotel …
British Pub & Restaurant Etiquette: the honest guide for visitors Read More
As a 3 time study abroad in London veteran, I know how important study abroad can be to helping you reach your goals. In this list of study abroad quotes, prepare to be inspired and entertained as you laugh, reflect, and think about the ways that study abroad is capable of changing you in the …
Hello, lovely friends and family around the world (have you noticed we’ve started saying “lovely” a lot more since moving to the UK?). As American expats in the UK, there’s a lot that we go through during the year. Homesickness. Seasonal depression. Crying over the fact that it can be so stupidly hard to make …
7 Awesome Gift Ideas for American Expats in the UK (2024) Read More
Living abroad with anxiety can be tough. Having expat anxiety can be seriously uncomfortable. I remember the first time I shared my anxiety with someone while I was studying abroad. “Hey, this is kind of awkward,” I said to my 3 flatmates in London. We had only been there a few days, and we were …
4+ Honest Expat Anxiety Tips about Living Abroad with Anxiety Read More
So you’re thinking about whether you should do a food tour in Berlin. You’re wondering if doing a food tour is a good way to see Berlin, how much food you get on a food tour, and if a food tour of Berlin is worth doing. You guys. Let me tell you. This may well …
Ah, Disneyland Paris! Many Disney fans wonder, “is Disneyland Paris worth it?” because they’ve heard about this magical place just outside of Paris, but aren’t sure how Disneyland Paris (DLP) compares to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and other Disney parks in the rest of the world. As a hardcore Disney lover, I knew I had …
Despite living in the UK for seven years, there was still one country I hadn’t made it to. I’ve seen the beauty of England, explored the landscapes in Scotland, and discovered the history of Northern Ireland. But Wales? Still on my to-do list. Oh, and something else I hadn’t done? Taking a guided Rabbies Wales …
The Ultimate Rabbie’s Tour Review: 3 Day North Wales Tour Read More
Okay, so you’re heading to Berlin and you’re looking for things to do. You see all the usual suspects, like the Reichstag building, the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate, and then you see something a little different, perhaps – The German Spy Museum. Now you’re wondering to yourself, “should I go to the German …
Whether you’re moving to the UK from the US or you’re just visiting, it’s always helpful to know what sorts of stores and restaurants you should expect to find. Some stores and restaurants can be found in both countries, like McDonald’s, Subway, and KFC, while others are specific to the UK or US and have …
