Are you Sure you want to Move to the UK? (Things to Consider)

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Thinking of moving to the UK? I cover several things you should really consider before making the move. Are you willing to assimilate to the culture? Can you get used to being away from friends and family? Living overseas is different and can be difficult and to succeed you need to be prepared.
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@christopherunwin1412 3 года назад

What a kind & considerate & well spoken man! People like you would always be welcome in the U.K.! Your blogs are excellent. ..as is your family!

@weeman2727 3 года назад

You Sir should be the US Ambassador........pure common sense (which is not so common these days). Love this channel......what a lovely family.

@tonyfurneaux3399 3 года назад

Hi Jamie, you are so right.

@fionagregory9376 3 года назад

Yes he is good.

@fionagregory9376 3 года назад

We call vacations holidays. We also have some bank holidays when banks are closed.

@stephenwalker7870 3 года назад

You spot on about if you learn about the culture of the country you visit it means so much to local people to just try or attempt to speak a few words ...don't always think it's the best thing just after a holiday to move to a country or place you've been the first experience is always a little special ... I love Egypt and the Greek islands but it's not the UK so moving there I would miss so much about home but I believe it's two countries I possibly could adapt to anyway it's only about 4 to 5 hours flying back to the UK ... my advice try make friends with English British people or European people Europe's beautiful try to get to stay with people to get a better insite and visit different times of the year winters are cold and dark in Britain but can be just as beautiful ... but spring summers it stays light until about 10.00 pm day light comes back about 4 am Autumn's even beautiful but chilly weather's alot of British people's biggest problem it's so unpredictable..at times but you have so many countries in Europe to visit for the sun turkey Greece Cyprus Italy south of France Spain Portugal.and many many more with airports all over the uk to travel from even Egypt Tunisia are about 4 to 5 hours flying the red sea is stunning but your in Africa .... European cities to visit 1 hour by plane and Britain in summer is beautiful from England Scotland Wales Ireland stunning beaches and many places inland to visit ..just a little advice hope it helps .

@kennethrutter9374 2 года назад

What his later Vids. The Video editing is pretty bad

@JeffCreates 3 года назад

I really like the last point. Not just people moving to the UK, just anywhere. It makes sense to assimilate at least part of the local culture, whatever it is.

@vcrossCelticfc 3 года назад

You definitely see that within certain communities. The Indians are more British than the British sometimes yet, the Pakistan's tend to see us as secondary.

@jeffreymonks8507 3 года назад

I see that as more of a religious thing, than a cultural thing. Indian people understand UK values from the British empire. Pakistanis don't. I suppose you could say why should they?. But I get your point.

@owensmith7530 3 года назад

@@jeffreymonks8507 And yet all of Pakistan was part of British India, so Pakistanis have as much historical background in that as Indians do. I think it suits Indian culture better, they've embraced it to an extent, whereas that isn't the case for Pakistan with it's obviously much more Islamic culture.

@THOMASCOLTON1 3 года назад

Many Brits don't in Spain. Don't expect Americans or Pakistanis to assimilate either.

@adventussaxonum448 3 года назад

@@THOMASCOLTON1 But those British should.... and so should the Americans and Pakistanis.

@alisontaylor6135 3 года назад

What a wise and kind hearted man. I feel honoured that you and your family live here in the United Kingdom. x

@tracy3364 3 года назад

Your children are very lucky to have a dad like you who is so loving and open and willing to learn from everyone and everything so it will pass on to them and they will have a beautiful life

@billswifejo 3 года назад

You must be an honorary Brit, you started off your conversation with chat about the weather! You sound like a really nice chap, I hope you continue to enjoy your life here.

@danpictish5457 3 года назад

Brilliant communication and reporting. You're a great bloke!

@archiebald4717 3 года назад

Yes, visitors and guests should always follow the house rules. That applies across the world.

@denisoleary5302 3 года назад

Totally agree. Behave as a guest!

@blueband8114 3 года назад

Few do though.

@THOMASCOLTON1 3 года назад

Disagree. Live how you want. Only little Englanders think this.

@MrDunkycraig 3 года назад

@@THOMASCOLTON1 what on earth do you mean its only little Englanders think this? Its general politeness and common sense to do this

@robhanks4068 3 года назад

@@THOMASCOLTON1 its called respect. That and manners go a long way. Respect different cultures and if you can't, stay at home.

@jonnyhost3795 3 года назад

Wow, I really appreciate your last point about assimilating into UK and not trying to turn it into your country of origin. Thank you for that, the first time I have EVER heard anyone say such a thing.

@nevillemason6791 3 года назад

Well said. I've heard far too many complaints because some expect the UK to be somehow a carbon copy of the US because we speak similar versions of English. We don't have McDonalds on every corner and we don't celebrate Thanksgiving!

@vcrossCelticfc 3 года назад

We used to encourage assimilation but then 'multiculturalism' took over and we were told 'diversity is our strength'. Sadly we are seeing the results with fragmented communities all with different needs/wants.

@jonnyhost3795 3 года назад

@@vcrossCelticfc Who'd have thought that UK or England flag waving would become insulting to some people in this country, and mostly to the left !

@vcrossCelticfc 3 года назад

@@jonnyhost3795 It started with the English flag decades ago, I moved to England from Scotland where we are very proud of the Saltire. It really shocked me how people in England reacted towards their own flag. It also makes sense because people can't become English, I've lived here most of my life and I will never become English (nor would I want to). Then it progressed onto the Union Jack as a symbol of 'Brexit', I originally voted remain but then changed to pro-Brexit the more hate I saw towards my Country. Its classic 'Divide and Conquer', if we are all too busy fighting each other the Globalists push there agenda unnoticed. Dangerous times ahead for the West because the hate is unsustainable.

@jonnyhost3795 3 года назад

@@vcrossCelticfc Its weird. I class myself as English and am, I also had a Scottish step grandfather so I know all about the proudness of that flag, yet that flag is a copy of the English flag of Mercia except for the cross being white on the Scottish one. I think the EU is very no no on any form of nation state flag waving and anthems, it's ok to play Ode De Joe and wave the Gold Star flag around but not your Union Jack or English flag, those who voted remain see the English and UK flag as disgusting. Weird !!

@petermartintv 3 года назад

most Brits will know the whole sneakers & trainer, chip & fries, car trunk/hood is boot/bonnet thing. we've seen enough American TV and films (movies!) to know exactly what you're talking about. i really wouldn't worry too much about the little differences in our languages. we're just happy that you're here, bringing a breath of fresh, American air!

@timash4101 3 года назад

Brits tend to have an easier time understanding Americans than vice versa, though

@irrelevance3859 3 года назад

Yeah there’s only gonna be a few odd words that people won’t understand which is usually particular items. Common stuff like that is understandable

@sokka605 2 года назад

@@timash4101 Yeah I agree. I’m from England and I think more people understand Americans because a lot of our media comes from America. Stuff like films and social media mostly come from America.

@jeffgraham6387 3 года назад

If everyone shared your outlook the world would be a better place...we need more people like you! 👍

@Rroff2 3 года назад

I find it interesting his outlook seems much closer aligned to what it once meant to be British which seems to be increasingly lost sight of by many people native to Britain today :( We seem to be increasingly losing sight of, or some might just not have the experience to appreciate, what is so great about this country.

@gmdhargreaves 2 года назад

yeah this guy is legit in all areas. Look at his family, soo respectful(at least on camera) Great channel!!

@yakadoodledongywongy8718 3 года назад

Anyone looking to move anywhere in the world should start by forgetting any media enforced image they have of a place and starting fresh. Learn as much as you can about a place and the people. Not only is that just courteous but it could also keep you safe in the long run.

@ClaireMcD 3 года назад

What a lovely man you are

@gillcawthorn7572 2 года назад

I had a friend( English) who worked in London for Merrill Lynch ,the huge American company. She had been with them for many years and I remember her saying that of all the places round the world that the top employees had to spend time ,the U.K. was the one that they all said was the most problematic to begin with. It was required that getting to the top of the ladder meant that they had to spend periods of time in all the countries where Merrill Lynch operated to gain experience ,so when they knew it was to be Berlin or Paris or wherever, they would spend a lot of time preparing for a different culture . The U.K. caught them all out ,for just the reasons you sensibly expressed

@bod-essebod-esse4142 3 года назад

such wise advice for your fellow Americans, Mack. It's so incomprehensible to us when you see Americans who think other countries should be like the US, a bit as if they are travelling through some theme parks. You are so obviously not like that, thank you thank you !

@sebastianbolt6905 3 года назад

So well put.....🙌🏽

@bod-essebod-esse4142 3 года назад

@MrAbletospeak Thank you xx

@bod-essebod-esse4142 3 года назад

@@sebastianbolt6905 Thank you :)

@Wonderwoman79G 3 года назад

It is odd but true. You are spot on.

@KonohazFinest 3 года назад

Isn't that what the English did when they occupied other countries like India,south Africa, etc 🤷🏻‍♂️

@patriciaangeles4816 3 года назад

My husband moved to the U.K. from the States quite a few years ago. We met, got married (eventually) and he has said he never wants to go back because he considers England to be his home

@lovejetfuel4071 3 года назад

I lived in the U.S. for 20 years, I perfer the UK. In the U.S. there is a sense of having the safety net pulled out from under you once you step on U.S. soil, your on your own type of thinking, every man, women, child, dog, cat for themselves. The UK is a more secure place to live overall.

@lyndakling901 3 года назад

My son has been in the UK for over 20 years...Americans can’t understand why he’s not moving back to the US...I do!

@neilhunter5893 3 года назад

I’m sure that 99% of the time if you used an American word that people would understand what you mean. Maybe not so much the older generation, but definitely the younger ones. We watch a lot of American films and tv shows, so we know just about every American word. Sneakers, pants, crib, fries, etc. Some of the younger people where I live use the American word rather than the British one.

@suemilnthorpe 2 года назад

My husband is the same. Since he got his dual citizenship he’s been seriously considering renouncing his US citizenship.

@busterbricks 2 года назад

@@lyndakling901 bless you and your son

@homoerectus6953 3 года назад

Sage advise from a wise man.....

@minxiv7 3 года назад

I've been living here in the UK for almost 15 years. I love it! I'm so glad so many more of us are here and enjoying it too 💜 love and light to you and your family

@busterbricks 2 года назад

We love you too

@tegridyvideos4791 2 года назад

As a uk citizen I'm proud to have you in my country good sir.

@MacandBlair 2 года назад

Thanks Richard

@johannaparkinson7822 3 года назад

Don't forget, we all have a weird sense of humour and poking fun is a sign of friendship in the UK.

@flowerpot7377 3 года назад

I believe this should be top of the list.

@PortilloMoment 3 года назад

Nobody insults you quite like your friends and family do. Love is expressed verbally in many forms but it probably is a habit that seems more than a little bit odd to many.

@nogbad1958 2 года назад

Agreed, men especially, if they don’t know you or dislike you tend to be polite, if they like you they will insult you, and expect you to give as good as you get.

@walesdad 3 года назад

The single most important word in that video was "assimilate". Everybody is welcome but, as the saying goes, "..when in Rome....". Hope you and your family are well and still enjoying the U.K. Good luck.

@cyberash3000 3 года назад

I'm born and bread here in England and I still have never assimilated to the uk culture. And I'm british I'm an outsider though and despised by my town

@vcrossCelticfc 3 года назад

@@cyberash3000 What area do you live in? I live in Kent and we have a huge Nepalese (military) community and the populace love them (even protesting to help them stay). I'm sorry you have had a different experience.

@davidhoward2487 3 года назад

@@cyberash3000 Not surprised going by the foul language you used to someone.

@cyberash3000 3 года назад

@@vcrossCelticfc poulton near ccleveleys homw to the BNPs old main stronghold, where they held their meetings, where the EDL are regulars. where its 98% white its a shame its a beautiful area. just the old racists let the place down. blackpool is much friendlier and thats 10 mins away

@cyberash3000 3 года назад

@Athos Aramis money unfortunately to emigrate you need money. and in 2 jobs ive had they where quite honest in their racism, i worked in a far right tory restaurant w where they paid me me apprentice pot washer wages 2.60 an hour. but i was desperate as no one will hire me., they told me i could work there as long as no customers could see me, as seeing a black person would put them off their food. cos i have brown skin i wasnt eligible for the free transport home and it was in the middle of noware. no street lights nothing. and i had to walk in the pitch black hom 21 and a half hour walk in the pitch black. i was earning less than the 16 year old waitresses, who also got the left over food and ta share of tips i wasnt eligible. i didnt have this trouble when i lived in liverpool for a bit or northampton, just in my home town. i have a long list of things done to me from beign 6 mon ths old by racists. if i could afford to move i would

@barnstar2077 3 года назад

In the UK we have a lot of ways of saying the same thing, and we seem to use a lot more phrases than most. The same phrases handed down through generations. If my mum ever saw me climbing on something dangerous when I was a child she would say "If you fall off that and break both ya legs, don't come running to me!"

@billmayor8567 3 года назад

😂😂😂😂

@goki22 3 года назад

If you come from the US the good thing is most English people will understand what you are saying. You may however not understand everything they are saying 😅

@tradeladder146 3 года назад

Unless your from Kentucky.

@elainearmstrong2951 3 года назад

You can't always understand people from one village to the next

@westleyjohnstone4719 3 года назад

We watch a lot of American shows and films, so generally we normanly get what you're saying or mean. Maybe this changes depending on age of the person or background.

@shaunnoble783 3 года назад

To be honest, I can go 40 miles up the A1 and can't understand what the "Thee Thou's" are saying in Yorkshire. Likewise, a friend from Margate says the same to me. Aye up mi duck from Nottinghamshire.

@archereegmb8032 3 года назад

I love this family. Polite, earnest, well mannered, and respectful. There is no 'US does this better,' or 'UK does that wrong'. They only point out the differences.

@sheranewalker5182 3 года назад

Love this! Especially the last point about accepting the UK or whatever country you move to, as THAT county and not your home country. It was definately a lesson I had to learn living here.

@jillhobson6128 3 года назад

Never make fun of the inhabitants of a country you are visiting.

@Muppetkeeper 3 года назад

As someone who rents out a small flat, I can tell you that it’s the law that all landlords have to check the tenant is allowed to be in the UK. The British government decided that they would force landlords to police this, or face a huge fine.

@andyonions7864 3 года назад

Yes. The UK govt can't be bothered so forces landlords to be border control instead.

@Sandra-A 3 года назад

yep. Even EU tenants.

@peterd788 3 года назад

@@Sandra-A Even British tenants.

@Talkathon408 2 года назад

Yeah which was an extremely ill thought out Tory policy. What it did, at least initially is give landlords and agents an incentive to discriminate against anyone who they suspected weren't from here. This was particularly a problem where demand for rentals was high. It was basically a case of: "want less hassle as a landlord? Just avoid brown people and those without a British accent"...

@Muppetkeeper 2 года назад

@@Talkathon408 Absolutely true, enabling the racists, which is exactly why I only rent my flat to non-British people.

@kaynpaul 3 года назад

You sir are a really nice guy who offers great advise . You are right when in Rome should always apply to anyone who moves to another country

@s.baines3631 3 года назад

You sir, give me a good impression of a wholesome intelligent and courteous American man and his family. Good human alert right here!

@Bhodisatvas 3 года назад

Biscuits and gravy is a completely different thing here in the UK and they shouldn't be put together at all...unless you are a bit weird. A biscuit over here is like a cookie and gravy isn't the white kind it is usually brown and meat stock based. Also please do not freak out if you hear someone asking for a fag, it is slang for a cigarette and if you hear the word 'faggot' it is a meat dish usually served with chips (fries) and mushy peas in a chip shop (takeout). I know it will be very confusing at first but you will get the hang of it :)

@munchkinheaven7877 3 года назад

Lol

@haroldvonschwartzenstien3581 3 года назад

Imagine my surprise when I first had Chicken and Biscuits in the states 🤣

@stevebarlow3154 3 года назад

Some other things for Americans to watch out for. Pants are called trousers here, pants in British English are underpants. The small bags you carry around your waist are known here as bum bags, do NOT call them fanny packs. Fanny is the slang term for the female genitals!

@maxinehayes7721 3 года назад

@@stevebarlow3154 I've heard people from Manchester call trousers, pants…"I'm wearing my new pants out Friday night" I just imagined all these people in Manchester in just their underpants…

@tonyfurneaux3399 3 года назад

LOL good to know...

@kelly87 3 года назад

Lovely words! Please enjoy your time in the UK ❤️❤️ Being born here, I do tend to view the country in a somewhat negative way (litter, vandalism, general decline, weather!!) and often wonder what tourist/people from outside of the country think... I'm glad you are positive about the country ❤️❤️❤️

@chrisaskin6144 3 года назад

I think the average Brit is far more familiar with the American language and idioms, than the average American is with British English. And that comes from television and films (movies). From an early age we are exposed to American TV programmes and films, and through them the US culture. So we grow up on a diet that consists of a large amount of Americana. Things aren't the same in the other direction, British TV programmes don't proliferate among US networks to the extent that US programmes do here. British cinema isn't nearly as prolific as American cinema is - and often the content probably isn't to American tastes. We will watch an American TV series or sitcom on British TV without any reservations, whereas US TV networks rather than buy a British prog/series, are more likely to buy the idea and then make their own version for an American audience, and so when they visit here our language and culture is still so much of a mystery.

@themanftheworld8439 3 года назад

There is no such thing as the American language.

@propergeek 3 года назад

Wise words. We've been travelling to the US for the last 25 years. We love it. Would we live there? Most probably not. It's very different to the UK. But glad to see you like it here.

@jaydee2982 3 года назад

This should be a PSA at Heathrow, glad to have you here Mac, could listen to your silky voice all day.

@Cymru2k2 3 года назад

Hey man another great videos, you really do your country proud, love how chilled out you are and how much your enjoying your new home, your family are amazing, keep up the great content.

@Jqteadventures1659 3 года назад

Hit the nail on the head. Thank you. We are fortunate to have you and your family want to come live here!

@simonbaker5972 3 года назад

And that’s why I love following your channel!

@mrjinks5641 3 года назад

Love the message fantastic post 👍🇬🇧🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@Ianjowett1 3 года назад

love your videos , so respectful of us in the uk , so polite and love that your voice is so relaxing . a good bloke and a welcome addition to the uk

@kelliuk6589 3 года назад

You would be brilliant doing professional voice overs!

@MacandBlair 3 года назад

You guys really have me thinking about it. Before I started making videos... I never heard it before.

@kittyperry 3 года назад

Your advice of doing proper research is so perfectly said. So lovely to have you in the UK :) As an immigrant (I've been in England for 17 years) I totally agree.

@barnstar2077 3 года назад

The language in the UK is very diverse by region, and even city / town so I would recommend anyone coming here to google sayings and words from where they plan to visit. I am from England, but there are still a lot of places in England that I find it hard to understand peoples accents and local words.

@christineramsay1897 3 года назад

You and your family are lovely. It is so interesting looking at ourselves, our history and culture through your eyes. ❤️

@grayintheuk8021 3 года назад

Such a respectful video - what a great chap you are with such a beautiful family. Many thanks

@andysimkin1068 3 года назад

What a lovely bloke! Love watching your videos. The world would be a better place with a few more families like yours!

@sarahbangura2722 3 года назад

I love watching your videos. This is a good one especially the last point. That’s what I have learnt when I moved in the UK 28years ago. God bless you and your family.

@colibri67 3 года назад

Very wise! After 42 years since arriving in the UK with my family, your words ring as true today as when we arrived. We've been very fortunate and prospered, mainly because we made sure to assimilate. Even so it took at least 5 years to understand "where the Brits are coming from" in conversation. It still amazes me how not only the North Americans but people from other English speaking former colonies are "nations divided by a common language". National cultures play a very big part!

@marciahenriquez4605 3 года назад

Amazing video! I love this country, I feel at home! The UK is great, feeling very blessed to be here with my family.

@arlenaholmes 2 года назад

Thank you so much for being so generous with the information!!! Much appreciated. God Bless you and your family.

@kylelangton2360 3 года назад

You won't have to worry about remembering tax when you're shopping

@tonyfurneaux3399 3 года назад

Hi Kyle, yes I forgot that one, my wife an I moved to Canada 14+ yrs ago, still a pain in the behind paying 11% more than ticket price...

@pepsipwns666 3 года назад

@@tonyfurneaux3399 Thats such a bizarre thing! Can't believe u have to do some mental maths while shopping! xD

@jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj454 3 года назад

@@tonyfurneaux3399 Canada does that too that so weird only heard of America doing it

@R_Jackson 3 года назад

A lovely, thoughtful approach as ever. 👍 Another big difference that is worth considering is the difference between our schools and education system and the American system. Superficial stuff like wearing uniforms, but also more significant differences, and getting to grips with our exams (for families with older children).

@lionheart6960 2 года назад

Very well spoken and intelligent message, glad to have you over here in the UK

@judithkelly2556 3 года назад

Sir you and your family are are amazing and I love following your journey .

@paulchilds1893 3 года назад

Great video as always, really enjoy your content & positive outlook. Going the other way (only as a visitor) the big differences we saw in the US were sales tax, tipping and healthcare. Essentially, any time you're spending money have between 20-30% more than whatever the advertised prices are available as it'll just be arbitrarily added to.

@Julian-1111 3 года назад

Excellent advice, and you delivered it in a very nice way that got my attention. I’m serial watching your vids, very entertaining and the informational stuff is delivered in a well organized way. Cheers from San Diego

@MacandBlair 3 года назад

Thank you Julian.

@ploppyploppy6554 3 года назад

Really good advice I lived in a few countries and continents and just getting on with everyone is essential .

@marshgatelaneposse 3 года назад

👍

@TheCourage89 3 года назад

Everything about this video is on point. Well said my friend.

@sharonkay8638 3 года назад

A sensible and thoughtful post. Love this channel.🥰

@marlenekendrew 3 года назад

I love to listen to what you like about our Country, there are so many bashers so it’s refreshing to hear a like minded soul offer positive opinion , Thank you and enjoy being a part of the UK 🥰

@julianwatson2301 3 года назад

Hello mate, so glad you enjoy my country and well done, keep them coming and smile

@ianrobert6239 3 года назад

We will miss you a lot, when you leave the UK. So eloquent, and a beautiful family. The English culture is not what is once was. Thank you for your stay here and I will follow wherever you go.

@jamesguitar7384 3 года назад

I think they've moved here permanently. They don't have to leave .😊

@kriskruz3792 3 года назад

@@jamesguitar7384 they will leave after they find out how bad the country really is

@christopherpatefield6150 3 года назад

Very wise advice. I moved from England to Scotland years ago and I had to learn new words and sayings. There are different cultures even within the UK.

@470bench 2 года назад

Welcome to the UK, nice to hear you've adapted to the culture, hope your family is safe and happy

@TammieV 3 года назад

What a calming voice.

@martingallagher4979 3 года назад

Good luck on your next adventure, haste ye back!

@bunnibunni667 2 года назад

I must say that if you are from USA and want to live in England depending on your work/career /family and social life and financial status you need to really think about where in the UK you want to settle, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and LONDON. and the midlands or up north like Liverpool and Manchester or Leeds and places like Brighton or Portsmouth, Kent or Dover and Cambridge are totally different from one another. You really got to do your research, Like should I live in LA, New York, Utah, Hawaii, Detroit, Chicago, Louisana or Alabama and why...??/ Exactly... the same thoughts and reasoning applies here.

@realmusicreallife 3 года назад

Some places in the UK especially inner cities there are petrol stations every 2 mins away. The more out in the sticks you go the fewer the petrol stations

@chrisfryer3118 3 года назад

sticks meaning countryside

@nevillemason6791 3 года назад

I've never come across anywhere nowadays in the UK where they're 'every 2 mins away'. The supermarket petrol stations have largely wiped out the opposition of stand alone petrol stations over the past 30 years. Unlike the US, you'll never find anybody to fill the tank for you. 100% self-service, which can be difficult for disabled drivers.

@mattj5492 3 года назад

@peterblythe1 you certainly have all the Tescos covered in your town 😂

@craftybookworm8280 3 года назад

Sounds like Great Yarmouth?

@MacandBlair 3 года назад

Good point

@Danoftheconda 2 года назад

I love the fact that you mentioned assimilating to the culture to where you move. I can understand why it would be easy to form communities with others who happen to be from our home countries. But this I feel, is often overlooked. It is vital to make it our home when we move. Loving all of the videos I've seen from you and your family 🤘🤘

@johnvasey 3 года назад

This family just gets it 100% - they could teach the indigenous locals plenty too - great channel - A+++++

@rachelfrowde489 3 года назад

I’ve just come across your channel, what a lovely man ! Wonderful video, very thoughtful and insightful. Thank you .

@Sandra-A 3 года назад

your last point sort of says it all 👍 I can confirm that as a Brit living on the continent for quite some years now. Yes I will always stay a Brit but very much enjoy the multi cultures of the different countries and especially the languages. Best way to connect with the country you are living in is to get involved. Join sports clubs, St. John‘s ambulance, Women’s Institute etc. Enjoy your time in good ole England x

@airspeed_alive 2 года назад

❤️❤️❤️❤️ Wish you all the best and success in the UK! What a nice chap! 👍

@MacandBlair 2 года назад

Thanks

@kevindarkstar 3 года назад

What a refreshing attitude, I wish more people who come to the UK held your belief to integrate 👍🏻

@bunnibunni667 2 года назад

Ok this is really cool of you. I live in London and there are shops everywhere in every town and we have high streets but not like malls in USA in every town. London has boroughs 32 in fact and there are large shops or shopping centres in each one depending on if they are a tourist area or affluent or gentrified. The royal boroughs have deluxe markets like areas such as Chelsea, Greenwich, Covent garden, Bethnal Green but there are major department stores and shops and superstore supermarkets like ASDA ( owned by Walmart by the way) in central London towns. Also, we call potato chips CRISPS.... ( stress on the elongated 's', not crisp) ps. IF you ever visit London come in the springtime, because it's beautiful and the energy is so awesome and unique... visit Greenwich park! Visit Hyde park on a Sunday ( rollerskaters) Visit Colombia road market! All the museums if your children are coming! Westfield shopping centre and YOU must visit Peckham and Brixton.

@graciegee6317 3 года назад

Another great video!!! I'm always delighted to see another one pop up. You have such a restful and calm voice, I could listen for hours! I would be interested to hear the more mundane or unexpected things that have surprised you most about living here, compared to what you had previously thought or had been told. I know a lot of people from the US, think it's always either rainy or foggy (particularly London - hence "London Fog") or that the food is always bland. Or that we all sound either like HM the Queen or Dick Van Dyke in Mary Poppins. For instance, when I visit the States, I'm always shocked at the huge gaps under the doors in public bathrooms. LOL! And I'm amazed at all of the additives in food and how highly processed some of it is and how much extra sugar and salt there is in a lot of food, also how frequently Americans eat out, rather than preparing food at home. And I'd love to know what has been your most unexpected pleasure you've discovered here. My most unexpected pleasure of all time going to the US, was discovering the joy of bacon and maple syrup - who knew that would so irresistible? Keep up the good work, I'm loving your vids. (ps. sorry about the really bad weather this weekend)

@MacandBlair 3 года назад

No need to apologize for the weather... I was actually missing the cooler weather.

@richardhargrave6082 3 года назад

Sound advice. As you say, if you do your research first, whether for a holiday or to live in another country it will always be better. Doing research even for a short stay is fun and people, wherever you are in the world appreciate it,

@rowan7658 3 года назад

Good. We could do with some good vets.

@1949corek 2 года назад

Been watching a few of these from this Gentleman and have decided it is worth while to subscribe.

@iaincampbell2463 2 года назад

Based on the video on Dunotter Castle I did some "further reading" from your videos. It's a wonderful energy that you communicate, man: hats off. I appreciate it, it's motivation for me to make that kind of (what comes across as) calm and engaging positivity more of a tenant in my character than a visitor. Keep being you!

@MacandBlair 2 года назад

🙂

@matthew.williams8783 3 года назад

I hope you're liking the uk. It has certainly improved having you and your family here :)

@arwelp 3 года назад

Sage advice! I remember when I was a kid in the 60s and 70s there were many more petrol stations, which often only had 1-3 pumps for different grades of petrol (gas) - I used to have a weekend job in one when I was in school. Nowadays petrol stations are larger but fewer (I believe there are around 3000 in the whole country). I think it’s mainly a function of the cost of land in a largely densely populated country, and of course, in the more remote areas you can go for many miles without seeing one, so you ought to consider filling up next time you see one once your fuel gauge goes below “half “!

@luxurylegend5029 3 года назад

I liked your video, it's always interesting to learn how other cultures find the UK different from their original home countries. With regards to petrol station and how often you may come across one. It really depends on where in the UK you live. If you live in a more rural part (countryside) then yes they may be far apart but if you live in a town or city you won't have this problem. Also with shopping in the UK, there are many Shopping Centres (Mall's) or other big retail chains across the country. It may not be a Walmart or Target store that are popular in the US but here in the UK we have their equivalent i.e. B&Q, IKEA, B&M Stores, Westfield, Homebase, The Range, Wilko and many more... I do hope you enjoy living here as there are so many gems to see and places to visit.

@shellygoodwin9530 3 года назад

What a lovely chap! Welcome to the UK! Perhaps some other things to consider - we can drink from 18 in the UK but you can’t drive until you are 17. We also drive on the other side of the road to you and we love a good roundabout on the roads. We also have the NHS which basically means you don’t need to worry about health insurance. Hope you enjoy your life in the UK! Xx

@junescoular292 3 года назад

He's a lovely chap and has a beautiful family too!

@johnburke5384 3 года назад

Good to watch ....it`s the same for us brits when we go to the US. My first visit was to be honest a bit daunting till I worked out how stuff works....it takes time !

@cubbykovu8955 3 года назад

Really respectful and chill guy New fan. Really like your attitude and The fact you seem to be happy. If you need anything let me know. Have a great time

@downsman1 3 года назад

Congratulations! All of these are excellent points and very well explained. You, Sir, are doing a very valuable service to all of those who may be thinking of relocating here, especially our friends "west of the pond"..............................................the ancient Englishman.

@MaximusJohal 3 года назад

Well said regarding people moving from another country and learning the local culture

@UncleJames95 2 года назад

I wish everyone would be as considerate as this.

@amymansell9833 3 года назад

I'm born and raised in the UK, don't need any of this information, but love these videos anyway. They're just so chill.

@lindagreen4744 2 года назад

You're such a considerate man thankyou for that xx

@dendemano 3 года назад

I keep checking in, just to make sure that you folks are doing okay. It seems like you’re all good.

@MacandBlair 3 года назад

Thanks for checking. 🙂

@freddiemac1438 3 года назад

Great video - very level headed thanks for your contribution

@elainejones8334 3 года назад

Great point about adapting to the culture. I moved from the UK to Bulgaria and have the same attitude.

@RecklessBones 3 года назад

I would say with petrol stations, depending on where you live is choosing wisely where to fill up regularly, prices vary greatly and the fuel prices are always expensive, always aim to fill up at supermarket stations, as they’re always the cheapest.

@Alan_Clark 3 года назад

In Britain you pay a bill with a cheque, in America you pay a check with a bill.

@chrisfryer3118 3 года назад

only if you're old enough to know what a cheque book is.

@lovejetfuel4071 3 года назад

I lived in the U.S. for 20 years, many people paid with a ''cheque'' and still do. Seems very old fashion, bc in the UK most people pay for things with credit or debit card. Or Direct debit for bills.

@chrisfryer3118 3 года назад

@@lovejetfuel4071 They have tried to phase out cheques in the UK, in the past. They are generally used by older folk now.

@Trebor74 3 года назад

And they have a serious dislike for the letter "u" 🙄

@KonohazFinest 3 года назад

@@lovejetfuel4071 what are you on about most if not all Americans pay with a credit or debit card only a handful of the elderly pay with a check.

@RobG001 2 года назад

Of all the content creators I've watched producing this kind of content, this is easily the most intelligent channel I've watched. (I've watched a lot due to ill health) and thank you for referring to the country as the UK and not as England as every other American has done. (I guess technically they are correct if they are living in England but as most Americans refer to the whole country as England it kind of gets on nerves if you are from Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland. :) Best wishes from Wales.

@gmdhargreaves 2 года назад

Loved your phrase.... when coming here(SIC UK) get in the queue not the line

@janeh2439 2 года назад

What a wonderful person you are, sir! Very informative, kind , considerate and a complete asset of the USA. Im British, but would be honoured to have you stay here permanently. God bless you. x

@MacandBlair 2 года назад

Thank you. Your words are too kind.

@Venus29 3 года назад

Absolutely brilliant vlog, as usual 👏🏻. I know you will cover this yourself but I wanted to add that you have to be financially stable and have savings to get residency and leave to remain in the UK. My husband moved here in 2002 and we had to jump through so many hoops financially. The system, back then……we had to have couriers take documents to LA (We lived in Texas) There was always something that wanted extra money for (paperwork) Eventually we decided to stay in the UK and once he could prove he had a stable job, money in the bank etc, he got his ILTR. Also, he was told he had no recourse to public funds when he first got here. Ie: benefits, (welfare) if he lost his job and he ‘should’ pay for NHS treatment etc. I think they changed the NHS bit now, but I’m not 100% sure on that. You can of course come for holidays here, (vacations) but if you plan to stay, make sure you do your homework. Lots of love to you all on this wonderful channel 😘💕💕💕🇬🇧

@charlesworth5603 3 года назад

Great advice, I definitely think that before moving to another country you should try to visit that country at least once and not just as a tourist. Find out the differences in the cost of living and how the health care and school systems work. I know they sound basic but my friend who went to live in the US some years ago took her then small child to A&E or should I say the ER when the child fell. The child was given some ice, checked by the doctor and the parents were given a huge bill that they did not expect…..research is vital. Blessings

@geekygirl01 3 года назад

I definitely agree to visiting the uk before moving to get an idea of the culture. Also regional accents/dialects can vary a lot so learning the local lingo will help as some words mean different things north and south. For example some bread names depending the area of the uk e.g Roll, Bap, Cob, Batch, Barm cake, Tea cake, Muffin etc