🇬🇧 10 Things Americans Always Ask Me About Britain
After years of living in America, these are some of the questions I get asked most often as a Brit — from the Royal Family and tea to low ceilings, castles and why we drive on the “wrong” side of the road. Moving from Britain to America has given me a slightly unusual perspective on […]
🇬🇧➡️🇺🇸 US Visa Options for UK Citizens: A Guide to Living & Working in America
Thinking about moving from the UK to the USA? Here’s an overview of the main visa routes that may allow British citizens to live, work or eventually settle in America. Moving to America is exciting, but before you start looking at houses, schools or jobs, there is one very important question to answer: What visa […]
What Happens to Your UK Pension When You Move to the USA?
A practical guide for British expats with UK private pensions Last updated: September 2026 Moving from the UK to the USA comes with a long list of things to sort out — banking, healthcare, credit, taxes, housing and insurance. But there’s another financial question that often gets pushed down the list: What happens to the […]
🇬🇧🇺🇸 American Measurements Explained: The Everyday Differences Brits Notice After Moving to the USA
From Fahrenheit and feet to pints, gallons and American baking — the measurements that make you realise you’re living on the other side of the Atlantic One of the funny things about moving from Britain to America is discovering that some measurements are completely different, some are surprisingly familiar, and some look exactly the same […]
Moving Your Dog from the UK to the USA: A Complete Guide
Moving your dog from the UK to the USA? Learn about CDC requirements, vaccinations, microchips, paperwork, flights, pet carriers, costs and preparing your dog for the move.
How to Make Your New American Home Feel Like Home: 10 Easy Upgrades for Brits 🇬🇧➡️🇺🇸
Moving from the UK to the USA is exciting. You get the bigger house, the bigger fridge, the bigger supermarket… and then you realize that your new home doesn’t quite feel like home yet. I’ve been there. When you move countries, it’s easy to concentrate on the practical things: finding a house, setting up utilities, […]
25 Things I Never Thought I’d Miss Until I Moved to America 🇬🇧
When I first moved from the UK to the United States, I expected to notice the big differences—driving on the other side of the road, huge supermarkets, and yellow school buses. What surprised me were the little things. The everyday habits I’d never even thought about suddenly stood out because nobody around me did them. […]
Schools in America: A British Parent’s Guide to the US Education System (2026)
Moving to America with children can feel overwhelming, and one of the biggest concerns for British families is understanding the American school system. In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly how the US school system works and what you can expect before you make the big move. When my family moved to the USA, […]
Moving to the USA with Kids: What British Families Need to Know Before Relocating (2026 Guide)
Moving from the UK to the USA with children is exciting — but it is also a completely different experience from moving on your own. There is the obvious excitement of a new home, new schools, bigger houses, yellow school buses and a whole new adventure. But there are also plenty of practical things to […]
15 Signs You’ve Lived in America Too Long as a Brit (2026 Guide)
When I first moved from the UK to the USA, I promised myself I’d never lose my British habits. Fast forward a few years and I caught myself saying “trash” instead of “rubbish,” ordering coffee to go, and thinking a three-hour drive was no big deal. If you’ve been living in America for a while, […]