Honest Thoughts After 6 Months in the UK | Americans in the UK Q&A

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

What places would you recommend to someone visiting the UK for the first time? Let us know! Want to see more videos like this? Watch our video about the things we love about the UK: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2nGYWCoeLGbr7s&t

[@robertoleary5470]

Would love for you to visit Ireland. Either side of the boarder

[@birdie1585]

Ely Colchester Suffolk Stour valley The Peaks Norfolk coast Port Merion The east coast road from England into Scotland Edinburgh The extreme SW of Scotland, from Gretna out to Stranraer

[@alan-]

Winchester. Amazing cathedral and contents, (one of the best cathedrals IMO), country house architecture to die for, chalk stream, ancient water mill, diverse country pubs. Was the capital of England in Saxon times, hence has a great hall. Laid back relaxed atmosphere where you forget time and space. Perfect for 1-2 days.

[@valeriedavidson2785]

​@@birdie1585The East Side of England is very flat and not the first area I would recommend.

[@grimupnorth2023]

Blackpool. In Summer or Autumn for the illuminations.

[@coffeeguy6673]

You guys are a credit to your country and of course it is our pleasure to have you here in the UK, lovely, positive people like you are always welcome here in my book.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much!

[@birdie1585]

Us Brits very much look forward to seeing you, all 3 of you, again. Enjoy your remaining time in Europe.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

We did. We have videos coming up to share from there and hope to get back to the UK soon!

[@marvinc9994]

@@TheMagicGeekdom "hope to get back to the UK soon" You'd better!😀

[@MattCrawley_Music]

As a life long brit who often hates living here, I like watching videos like these to help me appreciate what's around me

[@bakersmileyface]

Me too. I often forget that there's so much to see and do in Britain for cheap.

[@NathanEllisBodi]

It's funny you say that. In so much as I was born in West London, left London in the mid 80s as I hated it. Now after a few years of watching videos and reading articles about historical and hidden London, I regret how much of London I never got to see.

[@sfactory8253]

It's the weather mostly and the strange class system.

[@qwadratix]

Brit here. I've travelled extensively for my job. I visited most countries including the near east, far east, Europe and the west, America north and south plus Canada. I never found myself in a country where I wanted to stay. Some were downright horrible, even dangerous. I made a lot of trips to the US, all over the continent and I have to say it's not my favourite place. I would prefer to live in Japan (if I could afford a large house there) India too for the sheer fun of the place. But when it comes down to it, I'm firmly of the opinion that there is ABSOLUTELY nowhere better live than the UK. It's never too hot, never desperately cold and the rain we get means it's a lush green instead of the drab, dusty dirt-brown that the rest of the world lives with. There are no dangerous animals and nobody is trying to kill you or steal from you. We have the NHS and British police (you should meet the US or Saudi equivalent to get a real appreciation of what a godsend that is). Hell, even our churches leave you alone for the most part. You don't have to pretend piety in order to stay alive or run for political office. Three cheers for Good Old Blighty. Hip, Hip...

[@breadmonkeys]

​@@qwadratixHooray!

[@siangreenwoodx]

What I likd about your channel is that you actually went around the UK instead of just London area like most tourists do when going to England. It frustrates me so much as there is so many better places in the Uk. I loved that you went to Chester because it's barely talked about.

[@Carol.Allison]

I live in Wirral, but I love Chester & all the tudor buildings

[@MindSurf248]

Chester is amazing!

[@Missydee-72]

London is pretty amazing too if you don’t bring your prejudice with you. Tower of London is my favourite preferably arriving on a boat trip down the Thames. Can also take you to Hampton court palace. Greenwich is interesting with the Cutty Sark and museums. Love Bath, Chester and York. All worth seeing if time allows.

[@zoewilkins2896]

Lots of amazing places in Uk, Chester included, all different from each other and from London. “Better” ? Not really - they are just different with different points of interest, different history, different people and heritages. Lots of fun to be had wherever you go, if you’re an interested and nice person.

[@LindaRolph-e6g]

It's been lovely having you, glad you enjoyed us. Look forward to seeing you back soon.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Us too! Hopefully, later this year.

[@michaelhawkins7389]

@@TheMagicGeekdom you sold must of your personal belongings :( that must have been very difficult , like if some items meant a lot to you

[@iriscollins7583]

Where's the bath in most toilets. Rest Room is just as bad.Where is any furniture to rest on.

[@jayneyboing1]

​@@iriscollins7583 the toilet 😂😂

[@bill-wd7zs]

Jeremy certainly looks ready to go home, doesn't matter where you come from there is no place like home.

[@cultfiction3865]

Jeremy seems like one of those guys that dances to the beat his wife drums. Not saying that it’s wrong. He seems very polite. Cary the dog seems really cute too

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

I was tired in this. 😂

[@Bloodnok49]

But what about Jerry? @@TheMagicGeekdom

[@s.hopkins4490]

Not true for everyone. I left US in ‘95 for UK and never looked back…

[@erine.5680]

I left Greece for England back at 2009 and it was the best decision of my life 🤷

[@crh251]

As an American, this was a breath of fresh air. I really get tired of people complaining about other countries, and this was really positive. I loved it! Thank you!! In my 20’s, I lived in Japan and traveled all over the world, but I never made it to the UK. Then life got busy with work and raising a family. The UK has been at the top of my list for quite awhile now. Hopefully I can make it over there!! 🇬🇧

[@pauliewalnuts5803]

Don’t go London! Or if you do don’t make it your only trip

[@elizabethwoolnough4358]

We look forward to welcoming you 💐

[@lynneserman6054]

I so agree. I can't travel abroad due to my health but I love watching and learning about other countries, customs and cultures. So chuffed to hear positive reviews when many, many people are so condescending and just plain rude.

[@Outnumberedbykidsandcats]

I love watching videos like this as I’m very proud of my country and feel so lucky to have been born in England. It’s also interesting to hear you say about the heat. When we had a heatwave about 18 months ago and it hit 40 degrees (104f) here and was like that for a long time, I saw so many Americans online saying how pathetic we all are when it’s hot and how they deal with it all the time. It’s so good to see people experience how hard it is here in the heat as our homes are designed to keep heat in and we don’t have air con. I dare those who mock us from their air conditioned homes in Texas for example to turn their air con off (night and day) for the whole summer. They wouldn’t be able to cope.

[@TheOwlsarewatching606]

why bother if someone else doesn't know your situation?

[@Missydee-72]

Best to ignore ignorant comments. Social media is full of them. Shame people can’t use it to learn rather than disparage.

[@samuelgarrod8327]

A first world problem. Pathetic.

[@Outnumberedbykidsandcats]

@@samuelgarrod8327 sorry what did I say that was pathetic?

[@onecupof_tea]

A good tip is to close the windows on the side of the house where the sun is, It stops the heat coming in. And have some large bowls filled with ice or cold water, to put moisture in the air. Only open windows on the shady side of the house, where the sun isn't. I agree about air conditioning, we're years behind.

[@philmcdonald7956]

As a Brit, for me the most atmospheric place in the UK is the village of Corfe Castle in Dorset. Obviously there are the castle ruins up on the hill, but the village in the valley below is just so scenic too. Dorset is a wonderful county all around, it never disappoints.

[@pzolsky]

Best place to live on the UK for longevity.

[@Barfield-cg7iq]

On the topic of toilets - in British English and some other places like Australia the word toilet refers to the room as well as the item of 'furniture'. When indoor toilets became more common during the 1930s onwards the toilet and bathroom were separate. So you wouldn't ask for the bathroom if you needed to the toilet. You'd get the wrong room.

[@jenniferloyd-pain4429]

As an American who lives permanently in the UK with our dog, I loved your video. It was great to hear your impressions of life on this side of the Pond. Enjoy the rest of your travels and come back soon!

[@stephennicholson2833]

We parked the car in St. Erth and took the train into St. Ives to avoid the narrow streets. It was much lower stress that way.

[@TheOwlsarewatching606]

very wise move!

[@nickrails]

It's also one of the best train journeys in the UK

[@Ron-Ayres]

@@nickrails It is, it's such a pretty branch line from St Erth.

[@davecosgrove8787]

it's so nice to hear you being so warm about "the north". Often when people visit the UK they never make it further north than the M25. Great to hear you enjoyed Newcastle and the Lakes so much.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

They are both such great places!

[@davecosgrove8787]

They are. I live in Alnwick, so am both biased about the North and spoilt.

[@AlexanderTheEvenGreater]

Nor do most tourists go west beyond the M5 either. And that's where the best scenery is, too, by far. ;-)

[@MindSurf248]

And Yorkshire!

[@LadyAnnaBelle-007UK]

I have a home just outside of Corbridge/Hexham (I live on a farm) I used to live in a converted water mill near Chathill Alnwick, I’m so proud of Northumberland x

[@lifewithgrandmabev]

We think it wonderful that your dog traveled with you. That’s love.

[@neilrobinson5115]

Beautiful little dog,She seems so happy.

[@TheFliss83]

I live in Cornwall and would never drive into the middle of St Ives. It's stressful for us too! The train is much easier to get into St Ives. 🙂❤️

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

I think that's the way we would do it next time.

[@rjmunro]

Park at St Erth and take the train. It's a fun train ride.

[@cornishmama]

I agree, always go by train to St Ives, there is a huge Park and Ride car park at St Erth now too.

[@pennyaccleton6227]

As a pedestrian, I've seen the traffic in St. Ives. I don't recommend driving there.

[@otisreed8799]

We brought our cat to the UK from Canada, flew into Heathrow as there is an animal reception centre there... no quarantine needed with the right paperwork and vaccinations :)

[@davidprice7662]

Having worked for an American company for 25 years a few things are funny! The weirdness of liquor… it’s almost a dirty word. Booze/alcohol and no carrying in a brown bag are good! Fanny pack… hilarious! I go to Cleveland mostly and people,think my accent is either Australian or German! Walking in towns is almost impossible in America. My first trip,then I woke early, went for a walk and got pulled over by the police asking what I was doing… told them I was out for a walk and they were bewildered. Other places to check out. New forest and Dorset, Jurassic coast. South wales, Tenby, abersoch. Glad you enjoyed uk

[@anonniemouse8042]

I live in the New Forest whoop whoop.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you for watching and commenting. We did visit the Jurassic coast, but we do need to visit more of those places next time.

[@adventussaxonum448]

​@@anonniemouse8042 I live in South Wales (Brecon Beacons) but I'm from the New Forest 🤔

[@changelocation]

That happened to me in Phoenix with the police ,they thought I was on walkabout and Australian😂I'm from Northern Lincolnshire how we all laughed 😂

[@Missydee-72]

We decided to walk to the supermarket when we were in Florida. Three people stopped to ask if we were ok! We try to walk most days if we can.

[@dandybean]

As someone that's born and bred from Windermere (based in The Lake District), I'm glad you enjoyed it so much, and there's so much more to explore! Would love to see you here again soon!

[@judithmaca1570]

Beatrix Potter's house and surrounding in Far Sawrey, John Ruskin's house on Lake Coniston, climbing the Old Man from the Copper Mines valley etc (read The Plague Dogs before or during visit), stay in Elterwater for very different walks every day of the week! Need good walking boots for the Lakes though!

[@Dave-r4u]

If it wasn't for the unpredictable weather here in the UK, most of us wouldn't go abroad for holidays, we have just about everything you need on our own doorstep.

[@cultfiction3865]

From your comment sounds like Margaret was definitely your mother. Next time you visit her graveside, please leave her an old miners lamp from me

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

I could understand that, but you are so close to other countries too. I'd still be tempted to visit.

[@cultfiction3865]

@@TheMagicGeekdom I don’t agree with him because with the exception of places like South Sudan, everybody has what they need on their doorstep. Not necessarily what they want though. That’s why people go on holidays

[@Eviledna67]

​@@cultfiction3865weird comment there buddy. Hope you're ok.

[@amnril]

@@Eviledna67yes, I’ve never met anyone who’s been to southern Sudan 🫣

[@simongoodwin5253]

Thank you for your kindness about the UK. Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Cumbria and Rural Yorkshire are so beautiful. Norfolk, Suffolk also. Northern Ireland is also beautiful.

[@Deedeevenice]

My favourite county used to be Cornwall (I am a Londoner) but it is becoming a nightmare to drive to! My favourite place to visit is the Shetland Islands now, in July, you can go otter, seal, whale watching at 2 a.m., and it is brilliant twilight! What a pleasant place.

[@davidholwell2060]

Thank you so much for taking the time to check out the UK. Have loved your videos. Best wishes to the three of you.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We hope to be back later this year.

[@laurap3026]

Northumberland coastline is beautiful. Amazing castles. Dunstanburgh castle and Bamburgh castles are both on the coast.

[@HanChap2]

The first time I ever visited Bamburgh it was a really hot day, and it was so stunning and quiet on the beach, it literally felt like we were abroad! And the castle is phenomenal!

[@2frate]

I totally agree! In fact the coast line from East Lothian, through Berwickshire into Northumbria is pretty spectacular. From about Gullane, North Berwick, Dunbar, St Abbs Head, Berwick Upon Tweed, Bamburgh and Seahouses all worth visiting. I especially love Bamburgh with its views over to Holy Island and off course the castle and the amazing beach.

[@user-km2bk8zb4m]

Had a holiday in Bamburgh with my 2 dogs a few years ago..... beautiful beaches. Visited the Farne Islands a few times, the birdlife was wonderful. Beautiful area with very few tourists. 😊

[@magicker8052]

​@2frate shhhhh are you crazy

[@LindaMarci]

You two are so sweet. Safe travels in Germany and if you do come back on an extended UK stay, have a look at the glorious unspolit Hebridean islands - Tiree and Harris especially, and their beautiful white beaches xx

[@iangudgin6536]

I have to agree. Many of the Scottish islands are absolutely spectacular and some have amazing archeological sites.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We'll have to add those to our list of places.

[@jocockcroft1928]

Thank you for explaining/showing that there is more to the UK than just places down south like London or Cornwall. As I am a proud Yorkshire lass, I'm so happy you loved Yorkshire and enjoyed your time up in the North.

[@dragonfly9209]

Speaking as an American--there is just something extra-special about Yorkshire. If I were ever to move to England---Yorkshire is the area I would choose to reside. No contest.

[@markstott6689]

Sometimes Cara, just listening to you and Jeremy rambling on, is just what is needed after a long day. It's been great having you in the country and I hope that your return isn't too far into the future. Travel safe. From Mark in Yorkshire. ❤❤❤

[@LadyAnnaBelle-007UK]

What a lovely comment Mark 💕

[@bron-sconcess.10]

You had fun exploring and the dog clearly gets top notch care. Magic! You both have a great way about you. Nice energy and honesty.

[@Galactic_rats]

As someone who is Yorkshire born and bred I’m glad you love Yorkshire 💕 There is a reason us Yorkshire folk are the most patriotic not to the country but to our county haha. I grew up in the countryside in a tiny village in the Yorkshire dales and now live in Sheffield. If you live in North Yorkshire it’s not a long drive to the lakes. We would often go for a day hiking :)

[@valley_robot]

I'm glad you enjoyed the UK, nice people like yourselves are always welcome in any country

[@Lily-Bravo]

I was brought up short when you talked about Folkestone. How lovely to hear this underrated town being talked about in that way. You see, I was born there, and have fond memories.

[@hr35rasmus]

Great reactions and nice you took your dog with you and enjoyed Britain with your dog….………the reason for the humidity is Britain receives a tropical SW wind from the Atlantic which has a lot of moisture in it………😊

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thanks 👍

[@DozyRoseyPosey]

Very strongly recommend you go to Italy with your dog. I've found it to be the most dog friendly country in Europe that I've been to. People in the street are overjoyed to see your dog, dogs are welcomed into restaurants, we even could take our dog into the supermarket in the trolley! If you're not there already I think Italy will be a really joyful experience with your dog.

[@phoenix-xu9xj]

Yes. It really is.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

I think Carly enjoyed Italy. Maybe it will show in the videos.

[@sageanimist48]

I’m from the UK and been driving for 30+ yrs and still hate driving in Cornwall

[@darrenwilson8042]

If you think of Florida its surrounded by sea. Think of the UK surrounded by the sea. When it gets hot in both places the already moist air gets heated hence humidity.

[@pobstrel]

Don't forget the humidity in winter too which makes the cold feel worse than it is.

[@captainnutnut6077]

Nice analogy. 👍

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Fair the wet cold is worse too.

[@judithmaca1570]

It's the same in Istanbul and the W coast of Turkey.

[@richrichie378]

I had an American friend that liked Whitby and Yorkshire.. She came on the train across to Hull or Kingston-Upon-Hull and seemed to really like it plus she was surprised she could get to Europe so easily, so booked a ferry trip across to Holland to see Amsterdam and then back to Hull the next day.. so check it out next time your in Yorkshire.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

A ferry could be a fun way to do it.

[@richrichie378]

@@TheMagicGeekdom Absolutely.. over night ferry into Rotterdam, then an hour bus from europort to Amsterdam. The ferry leaves once a day from Hull and costs around £50 return with a due ticket.. the ferry is okay too, duty free shops, bars, piano bar etc

[@Applepie409]

Can go to Bruges too on the ferry from Hull

[@richrichie378]

@@Applepie409 I believe that crossing has stopped to zebruga Belgium but I think there is still a coach trip from Rotterdam to Burgess

[@judithmaca1570]

@@TheMagicGeekdom You definitely need very much more than a day for Amsterdam!!! There is so very much to see, and also to absorb the atmosphere of the city. I lived there for many years and still don't know everywhere, especially now there are many more museums etc. It's now very expensive to stay there, so stay just outside the centre if necessary, but go out of season to avoid major crowds etc. Take at least one boat tour - the boat pier opposite the Vondel Park gates is a good one. Good cafes for sitting outside and observing people, masses of wonderful architecture, need good comfortable shoes.

[@iangudgin6536]

I'm so glad you have made this video. Really interesting! I watched your entire trip and it was fantastic as a Brit to watch you visit places and see things through American eyes. I really hope that you have inspired other Americans to visit. Thank you both (and Carly too)!!

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@grenmartens7420]

It’s been really interesting and uplifting to hear about your experiences in the UK. Come back soon guys - you’ll always be welcome!

[@stevieinselby]

Can confirm that even native Brits often find the narrow lanes in Devon and Cornwall (that are always hemmed in by buildings or high hedges) a challenge as well! There is a decent bus network across most of Cornwall, so depending on where you want to go you might find that you are able to get around without a car - or at least, without using your car all the time. And if you ever go back to St Ives, I would recommend using the Park & Ride on the A30 and catching the train from St Erth, much easier than driving into St Ives itself!

[@Paul_Allaker8450]

It's been a pleasure having you in the UK, even as a born and bred citizen I've learned things about my country through your travels. 🇬🇧🤝🏻🇺🇲👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We'll be back for sure and we have more videos to share.

[@johnlawler8617]

What an epic adventure you're on.The great places you visit and your relaxed presenting style makes for an entertaining watch.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much!

[@StephMcAlea]

It was lovely to see you in Chester! I hope you get to see Eryri/Snowdonia some day x

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We still need to visit Wales more properly in general.

[@CaveRescueMedic]

Mae’n Eryri yn unig.

[@Golightly354]

Wonderful vlog. Bath is a good place to visit. Especially the American museum and Roman Baths. The costume museum has Tudor costumes in. My family live in the Lake District but I live in the city as I love the vibes. Leeds is an amazing place to live. Oh, and Edinburgh!

[@AlexanderTheEvenGreater]

And Wells, the smallest city in England. ;-)

[@kebond1]

Brit here, l watch quite a lot of vlogs of Americans in the UK, but yours are my favourites. I live around an hour outside London (in Berkshire to the west), but have been going every year (at some point) for the last 13 years to St Ives. No one, who knows St Ives (except maybe some locals, and the taxi drivers) drives a car through the town! The beaches, pubs, restaurants there are just the best! Hope you get to go back!

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

We would love to make it there again at some point. Thank you some much for the kind words!

[@butnooneshome]

If you come back again, do try to visit East Anglia (Norfolk & Suffolk). It's an area that is often overlooked, but beautiful none the less. The UK is so varied for such a small island, all the areas people have suggested to you are amazing in different ways (except for London which should be avoided once you've made a token visit).

[@scottythedawg]

when you get back to the US, you will have to update us if you do start to miss anything uk - that is when it will kick in. Good luck with the rest of your travels.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We will have to make some sort of video like that now that we're back from Europe too.

[@frogandspanner]

Thanks for helping us learn about what is good about our country. As a Yorkshireman I knew my home county was perfect, but it's interesting to learn of other places that _almost_ compare.

[@ajtame]

Yorkshire born and bred, glad you like it :)

[@ianroper2812]

Girl, hats off to you, I’d be happy to be driven around by you anywhere. Well done 👍

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

She did a great job anywhere we went honestly.

[@rosewardale159]

Arhhhh ive missed you guys and Carly🥰 Ive enjoyed all your videos and youve seen more of uk than I have, was born there but left when I was 22 went to try Spain, met hubby had our son and ended up staying. But even though ive lived in Spain longer than uk, uk will always be my home in my mind and heart😊 Im from Liverpool n Hubby from Yorkshire, so thats the reason why I miss home😉 So pleased you enjoyed your trip, it did go very quick! Ive just showed hubby your Amsterdam video and were sat here laughing about the story I wrote to you about our experience there, isnt laughing and smiling the best! Takecare, hopefully we will see another video of you all in Germany. Takecare Love Rose xxx

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much Rose!

[@SuperEnthused]

Such wonderful adventures!! Love seeing how far you’ve come 💕💕💕

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much, Jackie!!

[@Clubberdude-sp1gw]

@26:20 I live in Yorkshire. Bathroom is ultra-posh, Toilet is posh and proper. People here call the toilet the Bog. As in "I need the toilet" becomes "I'm off to the bog".

[@snazzyminx5072]

Queuing is all about manners and respect and it is something that we are as a people. We also don't stand and chat to strangers in the que because we are quite a reserved people and prefer to speak on our own terms. I'm sure the lady in the que thought you were being rude which is why she was curt to you but don't take it personally, just be thoughtful and polite and you'll do just fine :) Also, our accents come from over two thousand years of habitation and history of our little island. Glad you love our country.

[@avrilbeverley7820]

I,m from Newcastle and we talk to strangers in queues all the time!!😂.

[@junecaffyn357]

I often find people start conversations with me at bus queues, love from Sussex

[@judithmaca1570]

I'm originally a Londoner, but lived many places since. I talk to people in queues, trains, buses etc. Not though to tired commuters on their journeys home - I was one there many years ago! Different personalities everywhere!

[@Sine-gl9ly]

If you want to visit more of both Yorkshire and the Lake District, I'd recommend looking in East Lancashire, Lancaster or the Preston areas for more economical rentals. Preston in particular has excellent transport connections, being on the West Coast mainline for Scotland, direct trains to Manchester airport, Cumbrian Coast rail line and trans-pennine services too as well as ample motorway access for driving and coach/bus travel. The East Lancashire towns are next door to, and usually a lot cheaper than, Skipton, Ilkley etc, and handy for the Yorkshire Dales. I live on the outskirts of Preston and can easily go for the day to Skipton, York, the Lake District and several wonderful stately homes, for not very much money at all, by public transport.

[@iSquidgy]

Enjoyed hearing everything you have to say about the UK, i understand that theres no place like home and friends and family are everything. I too have family in Germany and by being away from them, i miss so much of their life, thats what hurts the most

[@karink]

Thank you for all your kind words. Happy travels and maybe see you in Suffolk one day xx

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you for watching!

[@danielhillier7417]

I'm in Suffolk if you would like a local contact. It's a lovely area steeped in history, lots of villages and historic market towns. Castles, coastlines etc.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Not sure when we'll be back. Hopefully, later this year. We might come your way.

[@gouki7851]

glad your channel popped up again. I was subscribed but then I found out I wasn't again. I have now resubscribed and will go back watch any videos I missed. Keep up the great enjoyable uploads. :)

[@grapesodatravels]

Thanks for coming! Glad you enjoyed the UK. If/when you're back, we'd love to share Cambridge with you! 😊

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! We hope to back later this year. Maybe we can work on that.

[@grapesodatravels]

@@TheMagicGeekdom Awesome sauce! I'll drop you a line! N&Nx

[@INeilMJ]

I have been keeping up to date with your stay in the UK and I'm so pleased it's been a good experience for you guys and especially Carly. Thank you so much for you're honest feedback too and we hope to see ya's back over soon. I have lived in Lincoln for a number of years so it was amazing to see you're reaction to this beautiful city as there doesn't seem to be many detailed or reaction videos on Lincoln posted on KZbin. All of my Mum's side of the family was born in and most are still living in Northern Ireland. I know you've mentioned about hopefully getting over there sometime and I really hope you do as it is a magical place and I think you will love it x

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much for the kind words!. Lincoln is a wonderful place! We really do hope to make it to Ireland and Northern Ireland on our next trip!

[@Glassy1979]

I’ve loved watching your video content from your travels. Thank you so much to you both for sharing your experiences with us all! Hopefully The Magic Geekdom returns to do more in the not so distant future

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

We hope to be back soon. Perhaps later this year.

[@angelatester2471]

Glad you enjoyed your trip. Have fun on the next part of your tour. Take care.

[@lg_believe333]

I’m glad you enjoyed a lot of things about the U.K. and British food isn’t as bad as it’s portrayed to be. Also, I understand your difficulties about living close to neighbours where you feel you can’t be as loud as you like. I live on the fringes of London in Essex and most properties here are either mid terrace houses or semi detached houses which means your house is joined onto your neighbours house. And some properties aren’t built with good soundproofing which can be annoying if your unlucky to live next door to an antisocial neighbor. Having said that detached houses do exist but they tend to be more expensive the closer they are to London but much cheaper the further out you go.

[@valeriedavidson2785]

British food is excellent and I get so mad when people make derogatory remarks. It is ridiculous.

[@vordman]

The British food thing can be consigned to the dust bin of history. Brits have become obsessed with food. Half the shows on TV are about it.

[@lg_believe333]

@@valeriedavidson2785 I agree, it is annoying and untrue. At the end of the day, if you chose ingredients that aren’t fresh and it’s cooked by a bad chef than it will taste bad. But that’s the same for any food from any culture from around the world.

[@cultfiction3865]

When you live in a rougher area in Britain I think you just accept that neighbors will be loud, since it’s like that where I live. I often hear them and no doubt they hear me too. I don’t think any of us mind. But in rougher areas you get used to the fact that people are more antisocial than in more upmarket places. I can easily believe that there would be plenty of places in Britain where people feel they should be noise considerate. I have a friend with two bairns that lived in a flat above a woman that asked if they could be less noisy, and she told her bairns to be more quiet. But I told this to a fat bird from a rougher area and she said had it been her she would have blasted up the music and started stamping on the floorboards just to wind her up even more. And she’s right. If you don’t want noise, don’t live in a downstairs flat.

[@margaretflounders8510]

There's laws about antisocial noise ..

[@carolinel7399]

You are the sweetest couple! Welcome to the UK! Love your dog too 😊

[@lewilewis3944]

I'd recommend getting a Youth Hostel Association (YHA) pass. They accept all ages, it generally costs £15 per year however the membership can be used internationally. You automatically get a 10% discount on every booking. The hostels are cheap, cheerful, normally dog friendly. It's a budget friendly option even in Summer. I've done a few. Malham Tarn on the Yorkshire Dales is a personal favourite. Some provide cooked meals however there's always a kitchen/dining area with all that you need utensil wise. It's also a great way to meet interesting people. EDIT: I should have mentioned that they are normally in rural and stunning locations, there's a ton of them in North Wales.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

We've seen a lot of hostels, but we haven't stayed in one. We'll have to consider that next time.

[@lewilewis3944]

It's a safe bet. Sharing a dorm is restrictive in some ways but I doubt you guys fuck every night? But if you do? They have privacy curtains, just keep the noise down.@@TheMagicGeekdom

[@consumertester5665]

.....but you are so complimentary and charming about our nation and the aspects you like, your comments on the differences and your general enthusiasm, we can't help but really like you!! You're welcome back lots of times!

[@silvertongue3003]

My dog would have had the entire plane squealing with pleasure the way she would have kissed and cuddled her way into everyone’s hearts, she’s just obsessed with people.

[@kittybuckley3]

Thank you for creating such a friendly and interesting u tube channel..such a shining light amongst all the sad news and woe at the moment

[@zaphodbeeblebrox6627]

Sorry to hear that you’ll be leaving Europe/UK at some point in the not too distant future, but all good things come to an end. It will be interesting to hear if the change of diet upsets you once you get back to eating your favourite American meals . The only reason I say this is because I’ve watched a few long term American tourists who say they suffered from upset stomachs (possibly due to all the additives in US food) when they returned home to the US. It’s something to bear in mind after your extended stay on this side of the pond.

[@Isabel-of4wq]

I’m so glad I discovered your channel! I’m planning to go to UK you with my dog and you inspired us! I was curious what airline you used and where you left from in US. Appreciate your can do attitude … your puppy is thriving and I’m sure loves the travel.

[@vordman]

Bath and Chester are two smaller cities I would recommend visiting. Both are beautiful. If you like castles North Wales is essential. Really enjoyed the vid. You come across as brilliant people.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Bath is beautiful. We'd love to spend at least a few more days there. I know we missed a lot.

[@thomasfy4]

Wells - Smallest city in the UK

[@fabulousnewt770]

​@thomasfy4 wells is stunning.

[@judithmaca1570]

@@TheMagicGeekdom Best go to Bath out of season (though it's very busy most of the time). Take a bus-top ride up Bathwick Hill, walk back down or bus to stop near the canal bank -towards Widcombe Locks. Walk up Widcombe Hill to Thomas a'Becket church and the path up to Prior Park (lovely views down over Bath from there). Also lovely up Lansdown from Circus, Royal Crescent, Cavendish Road to Somerset Place, Lansdown Crescent, then can continue up the hill to Beckford Tower or along Camden Crescent and down to Larkhall, could take bus back to centre or walk back through Walcot. So very many walks around the city and in surrounding countryside.

[@netandruescavapoos9928]

Wow you have learned so much, thank you for taking the time to really learn about us and experience our little country- hope to see u wandering the moors one day! Happy travels to you both ❤

[@joegrey9807]

Glad you've had such an enjoyable time. Travelling is tiring, physically and emotionally. And home is where the heart is (along with family, and friends, and comfort zone). So it's no surprise you're ready to go back home. The problem is when you get home, after a few months the itchy feet come back!

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

So true! Trying to figure out when we will be back.

[@clareking4434]

It’s funny part of the fun of travelling is the differences but also it makes you appreciate home. That’s what travel is about. I’ve really enjoyed watching your travels x

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

It really is!

[@lizparker88]

I'm from Orlando and I live in London now...UK food isn't bad, it just doesn't tempt me and isn't as appetizing to me as US food, probably because of less additives and sugar. I lost 70 lbs quickly after I moved here because I just stopped caring about junk food. I miss American junk food (cheetos, twizzlers, pizza rolls etc) but I'm definitely healthier now. It also helps that healthy food is MUCH cheaper in London than in Orlando, which makes it easier to eat clean, unprocessed food here.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

That does seem to be true. We like some of their crisps and such more that US versions, but we did miss some of them while we were gone.

[@docastrov9013]

I think US food is really bland.

[@annafoster3446]

​@@docastrov9013agreed i actually lost weight when i went to the us as i found it so bad

[@thomasfy4]

Our food standards are influenced heavily by the European Union.

[@6panel300]

I work in London occasionally and I noticed that people are generally a bit fitter as they tend to walk a lot more than we do on the south coast. Probably because it's quicker use public transport and walk than it is to drive. Also I noticed people walk a lot quicker there as well.

[@AdrianGilbert1]

If you want to stay cool in hot weather in |Britain, it is essential to close the curtains in the early morning while leaving the window slightly open. That way the sunlight doesn't enter so much and the room inside will stay cooler. On the continent they do even better and have shutters on the outside of windows. We don't have aifcon because it is expensive and we would only need it for a few weeks a year.

[@jennywillow9850]

I've lived in various countries and the 3 month in dip is very normal. The honeymoon is over but you've not quite got to grips with all the day to day details. I reckon it takes a year to really settle. I'm glad you liked many of the northern places and there are many lovely places in Yorkshire that aren't touristy.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thanks for the tips!

[@MindSurf248]

​@@TheMagicGeekdom Would recommend Beverley and Flamborough head in East Yorkshire, Hebden Bridge, Marsden, Otley Chevin and Ilkley Moor in West Yorkshire, Peak District in South Yorkshire all great to visit. And of course most of North Yorkshire is stunning. Knaresborough, Harrogate, Helmsley, are all great too.

[@Lew99900]

I’ve been watching you guys since that first trip. You’re always very pleasant, positive people and I’m very glad you liked it here. However, as Dorothy said “there’s no place like home”

[@harrybarrow6222]

I just found your channel. Thank you for all the nice things you said about the UK. I am very happy that you enjoyed your time here. I am English, living in England, but I spent almost 14 years living and working in California. We had to return to the UK for family reasons, and I felt very homesick for California for a while. I really missed the sunshine, dry heat, and wonderful fresh fruit, salads, and vegetables. But back in the UK, now that I am retired and quite old, I am very thankful for our NHS. I just had an operation that cost me absolutely nothing, was very successful, and no insurance companies needed. I have subscribed to your channel and I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@PedroConejo1939]

If you're not used to driving on the left in a RHD car, work out the place on the car that lines up with dead centre of your lane for _your_ eye line - for me, it's the right-hand screen washer jet (some people use their left knee but that doesn't work for me). If that lines up with the centre of the lane, the car is in the centre of the lane. Use the door mirrors to check that you are where you want to be. Then work out the closest you feel safe in passing parked cars and find a similar point on your car to line up with the rear right wheel of the parked car in your eye line. Same applies. It's about getting used to where the edge of your car is, but don't fixate, stuff happens very quickly in tight spaces, so it's down to quick glances.

[@chipsthedog1]

I cannot believe your first trip was 2022! I feel like I've always been watching your videos

[@billypaisley6211]

Yorkshire! God's own county ❤️ as a Yorkie myself i cannot help but be very happy that this bit of the world got a shout out. Loving your reflections and observations of our soggy island 🙃

[@anthonyskelton9728]

I live near York got married in York and work in York. Its a lovely place to visit but a nightmare for parking. The rivers have been swollen over the past week causing flooding around the river banks. Did you get to sample some of the fine beers from BrewYORK? Next time in York, check them out. Their Rhubarbra Streisand (a rhubarb and custard IPA beer) is absolutely awesome.

[@HeatherMyfanwyTylerGreey]

Not just accents in travelling the UK you could come across 6 different native languages, Cornish, Welsh, Scots, Gaelic (Scottish), Gaelic (Irish) and Irish. There is Manx, the language of the Isle of Man, though technically it is a Protectorate of the UK under it's own Government , so some are touchy to be listed as part of the UK. But we still love them. In Wales both Welsh and English are taught in School. For Secondary school parents can send their child to an all Welsh school.

[@sarahwhite5785]

Plus then all the different dialects within those native languages other than English - Welsh varies hugely by geography. I love the variety.

[@victoriawalker7168]

Next time you go to the uk, there are ferry’s leaving Calais for Dover and your allowed pets, but they have to stay in the car. (Except if you book the pet lounge with P&o, then there’s free drinks and your dog)

[@SHADOWWESKER1]

I’m from Cornwall pretty much as far south as you can go, glad you enjoyed it

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Love Cornwall!

[@kevingirling8129]

Some of the best parts of England are out of the towns. East Anglia has been my home all my life, I can heartily recommend the North Norfolk coast from Hunstanton east towards Cromer, and the Suffolk coast from Lowestoft south to Woodbridge. Lovely unspoiled coastline, as long as you avoid the big towns like Yarmouth and Lowestoft. If you are ever back over here give that area a look. 😊

[@AP-Reacts]

Loved your journey from the start. Come back soon 😊

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Andreaod73]

Love your videos, and how enthusiastic you are and how you really look into the history of the places you visit, it’s an education aswell as being fun to watch. I’d love to go to the Lake District ,it looks beautiful, the scenery is amazing

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much!

[@lesskeels3417]

Hi Jeremy & Cara. Really glad you enjoyed your time here. I'll surprise you, you've been to some places here that I haven't been myself, Whitby in Yorkshire is one of them!! The other places you've been are phenomenal, the Lake District is just one great big wow! the scenery up there is amazing, never fails to impress me. I live in Kent, which you've also visited and liked, I'm just outside Canterbury, little place called Harbledown, very quiet and rural. I only go up to London now and then for shopping or entertainment, London scores highly there. On some of the other things like accents, yes, big diversity there, we even have Kentish dialect where an elderly widow is called "goody", a contraction of "good wife". The American writer Gertrude Stein once wrote that "England and America are two countries divided by a common language", she was absolutely spot-on there!! Best wishes, kind regards from Canterbury, Kent, UK.

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

Thank you so much for the kind words and the information! Whitby is a really lovely place to visit if you want to make it there someday I would recommend it!

[@StevenKeery]

​@@TheMagicGeekdom: Whitby has a connection to Bram Stoker's book Dracula. The Scottish Highlands and Islands are beautiful. Google the Cairngorms. The Peak District is very nice. Lake District, the Norfolk Broads, not a group of American Ladies. The Cotswolds, outside London. Dicken's house in Doughty Street, London. George Bernard Shaw's House in Old Welwyn, Hertfordshire. So many beautiful, diverse places to see in a relatively small country.

[@aceventurapetdetective2356]

Here's a good tip to get around missing a good British pie in the US. I used to take fray bentos pies sealed in a tin to the US and you just reheat them in your oven. Try one, they are amazing.

[@susanwallis7249]

"I don't like sweet things unless they have a specific purpose..........like cake" What a great line🥰

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

😂😂😂

[@helennoble9587]

I’m German so I hope you love it there, very clean airy compared to UK UK based for 20 years now, have you been far south to Portsmouth, Southampton and the old capital of the UK used t9 be Winchester , Winchester is very pretty with so much history, worth a visit

[@kensacollins1494]

Ive lived in St Ives my whole life and I avoid driving through town at all costs April - September so good on you for doing it 😂

[@SecretOfMonkeyIsland784]

Welcome to the UK, hope you enjoy it here as much as i do visiting your country. I think someone in the video earlier mentioned Folkstone as a place to visit .. not sure id recommend that in the current climate.

[@jamieclutterbuck629]

You should still do BRISTOL. It's been rated the UK's best city a few times. I think youl love it!!

[@Bobmudu35UK]

You'd struggle to find a cockney accent in London nowadays. You'd have to go to parts of Essex and Kent now. We've mostly moved out.

[@radman8321]

You need to spend some quality time in Liverpool. It's a really compact city, with fantastic architecture and lots to do, even without a car.

[@vordman]

Yep, I'd second that. Liverpool is a fantastic city these days. The hotels can be a bit pricey at the weekends though, especially during the football season.

[@rogermoore-gd9do]

Are you trying to put them off the UK for good, Liverpool is one of the worst places to encounter. Its a total shithole iv'e lived here all my 67 years.

[@theshiftybloke4672]

They've already visited Liverpool

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

We have been there, but we mostly did touristy Beatles things. We'd love to go back and take a little more time there.

[@lyndoncmp5751]

Nobody has truly been to Liverpool if they haven't taken in a midweek night game at Anfield. 😉

[@michellealgie5566]

You two are absolutely lovely just found your channel today 💗 im so glad you enjoyed your time in the uk! I hope you come back again real soon 😊xx

[@anniec6420]

great video...never been to the Goth festival in Whitby but i have stayed at the bats and broomsticks B&B and throughly recommend it to you to stay there.....book well ahead....its very goth and the guy is an ex punk rocker and plays that music at breakfast...not too loudly....great breakfast and rooms each have a theme....

[@TheMagicGeekdom]

I just looked up that BnB. It looks nice and fun. We might have check that out if we make it back there.

[@IanHumphreys-i8o]

How did you get on with the local dialects and accents around the UK.