What I wish I knew before moving to England

Living abroad has been an incredible life-changing experience, but there's always difficult challenges to face that we often don't talk about. Here are some of the things I wish I knew before moving to England.
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Hey! I'm Alanna - a twenty-something documenting my life as a Canadian living in England.
I share the ups and downs of an expat living abroad and what it's really like living in the UK. It's not always easy, but there's been so many wonderful experiences, too. I post a KZbin video every Tuesday and an additional video every Saturday on my Patreon account. I also livestream every Wednesday and Sunday at 6:30pm GMT on Twitch.
Alanna x
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[@aleksandra6830]

“nobody wanted to be my friend” I felt that. 😂

[@mandykayla4762]

1:45 Home sickness 4:09 Understand when moving to a new country you are not there to change it 6:13 Everything will seem difficult at first 9:49 Making friends as a foreigner sucks 11:15 the longer you live away family/friends makes less effort to reach out 13:30 you will find yourself changing

[@amandamuttonen275]

i’m just a 15 years old girl from Finland, but i’ve been thinking about movin to England for the longest time... i’ve always just felt like that’s where i belong lol. maybe someday 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@winterrnightt62]

tää on jotenki niin söpöö mut joo ymmärrän sua ✌🏼

[@gmaxe3561]

once you can, just go for it! there's no point in delaying something for no reason.

[@charliedell4994]

The more the merrier!

[@benyoung4305]

If you lie cider, spam and footy. You're sorted lass!

[@ParcelOfRogue]

In Finland there's more welfare state, fish and fishing, cleaner air and water, space and Ice Hockey.

[@simonweston33]

You seem like a genuinely good person. I’m glad you chose the Uk.

[@touya]

vMisfit All countries have its share of bad guys. I have dual citizenship of America and Japan because of birth laws and all that Jazz. Japan has a lot of douchebags and idiots. I’m darker skinned so I see them more often. Good luck on moving to Dallas if you haven’t already by the way.

[@jeremiah874]

Misfit LMAO I’m American but the us isn’t a good place to go

[@1228megu]

I moved to the US from Japan. The most challenging thing is English for me. I would be only a listener if I’m with 3-4 native speakers because they talk so fast and many jokes that I don’t know. Also cultures are so different. I feel like I’m a baby because so many things I don’t know. But still living outside of my country is an amazing experience!✨

[@markcity10]

Love this channel. So much respect for you, not only for moving to a new country, but also for helping others to be aware of the challenges.

[@deetybaby]

Who wouldn’t want to be your friend? Belated Happy Birthday 🎂my favourite Canenglish youtuber!

[@robinevans3440]

Stephen James nice one!!

[@mjp3338]

As an English man who has now been in Australia for three years I agree with everything you say. The supermarkets here are terrible compared to the UK. I miss English food and trying to find Australian equivalents is tiresome. The weather is better here but I miss the changing seasons. Setting up a new life and dealing with all of the administration was really boring. I definitely agree with becoming a hybrid of both countries. I'm English and will never be Australian but I have changed and grown as a person.

[@Ally-ug3nq]

I'm Australian and from Perth and live in Wales! What are you finding difficult at the Supermarkets ?

[@mjp3338]

Ally B - Hi, I live in Brisbane and the supermarkets here are really small with a tiny selection of vegetarian food. The fruit and veg selection can be a bit hit and miss especially in Coles. In Qld supermarkets aren't allowed to sell alcohol so once I've finished shopping I have to go to the bottle shop either with my groceries or unload them first and return to the shops. I could buy the wine first but then I would have to take it into the supermarket with me which feels weird but perfectly doable. Where I lived in England I had a supersized Tesco's and Waitrose nearby. I could buy pretty much anything at Tesco from a bunch of flowers to a laptop and then my groceries as well. I don't hate Australia. It's a beautiful country but I'm used to bigger supermarkets with more selection especially vegetarian food! There is always a tradeoff. The weather here in Australia is better than the UK and the people are more friendly.

[@Ally-ug3nq]

The Supermarkets are a lot smaller back home as they are technically just Supermarkets , I'm not sure when it will change and yes alcohol is bought at a separate shop , either next to the Supermarket , near by or drive thru as we have certain laws , drive thru is great as you don't have to get out of your car yet you can also pull to one side when driving thru or park your car near by and pop in as well! I have recently become Vegetarian and impressed with all the options I have in Wales in general , the supermarkets are very good at labelling "Suitable for Vegetarians" as well as "Vegans". All I can say is Australia can be quite behind with things at times , this could also be due to our "laid back" way of life and also because we are very far away from most other Western Countries. I don't think it would be a problem buying wine from LiquorLand and then popping into Coles if they are right next to each other as you will have proof of purchase and Coles staff know you haven't bought it directly from the Supermarket. I have only been to Brisbane on holiday yet can still give you advice as like the UK Supermarkets overall are basically the same when it comes to basics.

[@mjp3338]

Ally B - Thank you. There has been a bit of progress with Coles labeling vegetarian suitable products but not everything. I think they're headed in the right direction. Woolworths tends to have a different selection of vegetarian foods however doesn't label products as vegetarian suitable. I am very jealous that you have access to all the Quorn products. I really miss Quorn sandwich meat, Supermarket own brand meat free ranges and the snack food. I have to say eating out in Brisbane is amazing and the food choice is much better than the UK especially for vegetarian and vegan food. Both Sydney and Melbourne are really good for eating out too. If you have some recommendations for nice veggie food and snacks from the supermarket I would welcome them. Many thanks. 🤗

[@Ally-ug3nq]

That is good news to know about Coles and Woolworths as I planning on a trip home to Perth for around a month next year in October. Quorn products can be delicious , not sure if you have yet worth contacting them to see if they will supply to Australian Supermarkets , worth a shot if you haven't! Maybe Coles , Woolies and IGA will start having a large range of Free From products soon , the more requests and demands they have the better! As mentioned I'm from Perth so have only been to Brisbane , Sydney and Melbourne for holidays so with regards to food I can only help you with Supermarkets to a point as each one can stock a different range to a point and what places to visit in Perth! At present I can't think of anything...!

[@colinmorand129]

I moved to the USA 2 years ago from England. I agree with most of what you say , I tell you what though I think Britain is a fantastic place ,the diversity and history is amazing. The way my experience has made me feel moving abroad is that I definitely do want to return one day and I have had a new found appreciation of family and friends and the feeling of being home since I moved.

[@melissalayton213]

I'm moving to England in 2 weeks and I'm starting to get scared. Thanks for tips.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I hope you have a great trip!!

[@stu2333]

How do you find living in England now you've been living here a year?

[@jordanhoward9362]

i’m moving in 2 weeks! how did yours go???

[@charvao]

@@jordanhoward9362 lived here for 7 years. its good but its overpopulated and not much freedom and people are weird

[@lunatuna4590]

@@charvao (my opinion) I think British people can be really mean and not welcoming to foreign people. I come from Canada and it took many years before people started to accept me in school in England

[@halteal7562]

Adorable, glistening from the heat or not. These videos are quite helpful. Thank you so much!

[@cianok2006]

I like how usually on a Tuesday or Wednesday evening I think 'Oh, there's a new Adventures and Naps' and look forward to watching. And my favourite part is your "And without further ado, let's go" (Swings the arm and points over to the left). This is such a nice channel Alanna. Well done.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you very much!!

[@NW0106]

Good video. You talk so much sense. Ignore the haters. I always enjoy listening to your experiences as a "foreigner" in England.

[@csatlantic2748]

I still live a few miles from where I was born , so I can only applaud what you have experienced . I love your vids , so informative with added humour. You have a wonderful personality. Belated Happy Birthday too.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you very much!!

[@user-nk2op2zy2h]

"I think I've just triggered an existential crisis." I started hyperventilating for you, so... 😂

[@MrJC1]

Im trying to make new friends as an english adult in england and i feel your pain. Don't ever let it get you down. Haha.

[@Zadster]

That thing about not being able to make friends, and rather set yourself on fire? That's pretty much a requirement for being English!

[@pelcopete]

Can confirm!

[@shoanning]

I'm also an expat in the UK and I can relate to everything you say: homesickness, identity crisis, making friends. Stay strong

[@TheRunereaper]

You're very brave Alanna, you can't just hop in the car and go back to your family when the going gets tough. My wife came here 41 years ago, I had lived with her in France for a year and we have both experienced the things you are talking about. Friends for you are vital because you will argue on occasion. You HAVE grown more than you know. Think back to your Egyptian trip and how you used your acquired adaptive skills to get by. You constantly refer to yourself as a foreigner, which makes me a little sad, as by now you must know deep down that you really are one of us. If ever you move on to pastures new, this will have been a positive experience for you by virtue of the effort you have put into it. It's a bit like learning another language - the first one is really hard but the next one comes MUCH easier. By the way, you look great all bronzed and slightly moist, but if it bothers you try opening all the windows, it beats air conditioning every time. Greetings from the cathedral end of Kent :-))

[@DJPCooke97]

You should absolutely do a taster for a selection of British cheeses!

[@Marie-Elaine]

Hello, thank you for the great video. As a child I lived abroad and moved back to Britain when I was 11. It was a painful experience for me. I wanted to send you a virtual hug.

[@pcbuk1976]

No card for your birthday! Bang out of order. Happy birthday anyway, great video, you have an almost hypnotic voice, it's beautiful. Keep it up girl :)

[@roonietunes60]

Well first off.. your videos are fantastic. Secondly as a brit living in france for near on 17 years your comments are spot on. I will never be French but my view of the UK has changed. Keep up the good work and bon courage.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you, hope you're enjoying France!

[@JesusIsKing373]

Hey there girly. Thank you so much for these videos. My wife and I will be emigrating to England in May of 2019 and we are super excited but obviously quite terrified and I appreciate your videos especially to ahow my wifey and you two are quite alike. So thank you very much =)

[@Jen18812]

I'm from New York and have been living in London for eight months. Your video speaks so much truth!!! I wish I'd seen it before I moved. :)

[@ciel2608]

how are you liking london? what is it like? i really want to move there when i get older!

[@thespiritsafe]

What a great video! I identified with a lot of that. When I go back to the uk now I feel like a tourist in lots of odd ways. I was walking through Manchester in awe of all of the Victorian buildings thinking "why is nobody looking up at all of these cool old buildings?"

[@glynwelshkarelian3489]

The fact you started filming yourself as a way of telling a few family and friends in Canada that you were still alive, and managing to avoid starvation; and you now have a worldwide audience, but you still talk like you're letting your mum know you're eating, just works: because you are honest, nice, and funny. I suspect that your early vlogs (everything you've done thus far) will always appeal, because there will always be many people with mum's and a sense of humour.

[@diogofaustino4348]

I'd say it was pretty much spot on. I have lived abroad for 7 or 8 years now in various countries and have never felt really at home in none of those places. Sure I did learn new languages but never enough to feel like "one of them". Honestly I think I never will. Problem is, as you talked about it, whenever I go back to Portugal, I don't feel like I belong there anymore even though the place and the city haven't changed. Came across this video because England has always been in my mind and I feel that if I don't do it now, I'll never do it. All the best :)

[@BubbyPWN]

This video is great… I might move soon to England and I really needed it. Thank you so much for your channel ❤

[@BILLHOVER]

Love the counting thing, and your honesty makes you likeable to us all. You brighten our day up, and that not just the reflection of your lights.

[@notused.]

We love our Canadians here, and Canadian celebrities, like Stewart Francis and Katherine Ryan

[@DavidBrant]

You don't come across as an introvert - if your'e anything like me - i'm quite reserved, but once you get past the awkward intros - suddenly become a bubbly, crazy mad friendly person. lol

[@stewills9711]

Pretty much spot on, i'd call that normal. Those who have to be 'the' person in the room right off the bat are usually quite shallow, dull and rather bloody annoying in the end :)

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

When filming, I'm literally sitting in my home alone, of course I'll seem more confident - I'm the only person here! lol

[@DS9TREK]

David B, I think you'd find a lot of KZbinrs are introverts, even PewDiePie is one. Being introvert too I get why KZbin appeals to introverts so much. Being around people is really draining, especially when you don't really know them but you have to socialise... It's tiring and draining and a little piece of hell every single time. So, yeah, there's a certain appeal to just being alone with a camera company.

[@paulcule2091]

I went the opposite direction. Moved to Canada in my early 30's and spent 23 years there before moving to the USA 27 years ago. I have enjoyed all the places I have lived over here. I have finally ended up in the West Texas town of El Paso. In spite of being in NA for 50 years I'm seen as a Brit. Of course, when I go back to Wales I'm treated as an American. I never had much homesickness until now as I draw towards the end of my runway, hence my watching your video. You did an excellent job of explaining the the trials and tribulations of being an ex-pat.

[@Sarah-nd2gy]

I wanted to cry when you said none of your family sent you a birthday card. My Grandma lived 300 miles away from us but we would always get a card and a phone call singing happy birthday. When I stayed with my friends Aunt in Australia it was nearing the time for Mothers Day over there and she was explaining how every year she would buy her mother a card at this time and then store it for 10 months so that she could send it to her mother the following March. A card to me would be important

[@talsims3198]

I moved to England from Australia 3 years ago and agree with you 100%

[@JeremySpencerJJWS]

In England we say that men perspire, ladies glow and horses sweat.

[@buueytribe9885]

I just got reacquainted with your channel after one of my subscribers suggested I check out your channel. I just made an 8 things we hate about England and I was shocked by how upset people were by what we were saying which wasn’t that outlandish. It was hard to express that just because we don’t like things doesn’t mean we hate the UK and we want to change what the norms are here England. There is definitely a lot to change to become assimilated and takes time. We moved here in August and some times things are difficult but we just go with the flow. Also I definitely get the trying to make friends in a new country as someone who is more introverted and gets anxious meeting new people.

[@DavidCulshawmer-r]

you know , the thing I love most about your vlogs is your absolute honesty , you cut through the fantasy crap in such a honest charming way that folk understand you and where your coming from , you say the things that others are afraid to admit and that's so refreshing :) , just keep being you Alana ;)

[@downsman1]

Thanks so much for another good one, Alanna. As far as I, and most of your other watchers on this side of the pond, look at it you have become an Honorary Englishwoman. You have now put up with our playful climate and strange and baffling words and customs for over two years and so, in my book, you bloody well deserve it. Anyone who can survive our weather for a couple of years, can survive anywhere on the planet. Keep up your brilliant record of making the most engaging videos on KZbin............ the ancient Englishman (from over the border in Sussex).

[@adamskinnyman5851]

Another great video! Always wanted to move to the states. I love the idea of trying new foods and shopping. I went to L.A. a few years ago and the whole experience is amazing. Thank you again. Love your videos

[@just-a-yt-guy]

One of your greatest assets is that even your edited videos come across and unedited. This sounds bad but is actually really good. It gives you a very natural and honest style that is not very common on KZbin but is very endearing.

[@flumpah]

I moved from the UK to California in 1982, I was there for nearly 9 years, and everything you said is spot on.

[@kelleymcguire5121]

You are hilarious! Thank you for such great things to think about. I'm an introvert too, so I feel your pain!!!

[@LinhHueTran]

I love your honesty. Not the bull shit of how easy moving over abroad. I love this video!

[@dreadmoose76]

I love you and this is such a great vid!! So happy you came to the UK 😁

[@mattylamb658]

This is easily the best video I have seen about the experience of living abroad!

[@DaveLennonCopeland]

Not sweaty, radiant! Your honesty is your appeal.

[@gamla65]

As a Dutchman who moved to Israel in '83 I agree with you all the way. Just turning to be 18, it was one adventure of wondering, New language, script, and lifestyle. Letters took 12 days one way, Phone 10 ponds a minute, if you could get a line that is. But is gets Home very fast. As for getting friends abroad, try a hobby like Geocaching, go to an event, and within hours you"ll have friends for a lifetime.

[@judykiesow3922]

Thanks for posting this. My granddaughter wants to move to another country once she finishes college and I sent her the link as you have a lot of good things you are explaining about. Don't pay attention to the stupid people who post negative things. You are doing a great job.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

[@NickLea]

Wow, I really can't believe that people were so rude to you about a letter "s"

[@lewiswheeler6444]

Don't see a damn thing wrong with your personality, we need more like you!

[@andyallwood]

I've just started watching your videos and I think they're great, it's interesting to get an 'outsiders' point of view. I have many friends who are Canadian, and they're all nice and polite, I visited Toronto in '08 and loved the place. If you haven't already, I think you would enjoy travelling around the UK, like the North East and Scotland etc, you could make videos on different accents and how easily or difficult you understood them, that'll probably be funny. By the way, since you've started these videos you've really blossomed from an adorable girl, to a beautiful young woman.

[@gedwhittaker874]

Wonderfully intelligent thoughtful and sensitive. Such a refreshing change esp from Americans who come here and are amazed that it's different from the States and whinge that 'why don't they do it like we do?' You are a treasure!

[@jamesdowling9759]

You’re a brave woman with some balls to make such a bid, life changing move. I respect you enormously for that. Also, thank you for taking the time to learn more about our funny little ways and culture. I truly hope you enjoy your life here.

[@Codemarla]

Ah the week of summer we had this year. I remember it well. With regards to to people "correcting" how you say 'math' I think (and hope) that most people were only joking. Generally the English way is to not really care, but still rib people for it anyway. Food shopping abroad is so hard. Especially when in a non-English speaking country. You end up just buying items based on the pictures on them. I went to Belgium shortly after becoming vegetarian and almost died of hunger as I couldn't tell what products contained meat. Making friends as an adult is difficult regardless of what country you are in as it often can appear like you are hitting on them. I always find it easier to make new friends when Im with my girlfriend as it removes that element.

[@fionagregory8078]

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[@fionagregory8078]

I am not joking. You must speak and spell British English if you come here.

[@paulm2467]

You haven't seen anything until you go to Japan, you can't read, you don't know where you are if you get off the beaten track and they have mad snacks like dried cuttlefish disguised as sweets or crisps.

[@MikeStoddart]

Regarding #6 - YES! When I return to England and especially my hometown, I feel like an alien. I've changed so much (for the better) but my hometown hasn't. It's hard to explain but I understand what you mean and I agree with you. I went to the bank in my hometown once and when I started to talk to the person behind the counter, everyone stopped and stared at me.

[@dinglut0000000]

I've relocated across a language barrier, and am struggling with lack of real friends. Used to live in London and had zero friends from other nationalities, it is just slightly more natural to befriend first language English speakers. Now I'm abroad and the shoe is on the other foot, surprise surprise I am not the toast of the party as a bad speaker of the local language. Gotta make it a priority and a project. Stuff like choose a group class in whatever hobby you are into, really helps. Surprised you struggled Alanna

[@montelbooner]

Oh wow. You are just simply adorable!!! Hahaha I love that anxious introvert - I’m stealing that, as I most definitely am!! Yeah I get how difficult it must be making new friends as an adult, but take my e-cuddle and hug as a genuine reach out to you. I hope the missing home isn’t so bad at the moment, again, take my e-hug to try and support you. It must be tough - but don’t ever change !!!! You’re so lovely and adorable ! All the best Matt X

[@monstersandmartyrs]

I don't normally comment on videos, but I have just arrived back in the UK after being born here, and growing up abroad - and you hit the nail on the head with explaining your experiences. I've been feeling so lost and alone in some ways but just hearing that you struggled with grocery shopping (which is EXACTLY what I'm struggling with at the moment) makes me feel way less silly.

[@howey935]

When I moved to the Nederland’s there’s loads of things I wish I knew before moving there and was a bit homesick but like you said you just have to persevere and hopefully you’ll get over it. I’m glad you’re enjoying living in England and continue to keep enjoying living here.

[@andrewturnbull1027]

You've made 11000 friend's here, keep cool and don't worry.🎂🎁

[@SafehandsX]

Ah, that must have been hard not receiving any cards from your Canadian friends/family. Belated many happy returns and I hope you had a nice day with your new English friends ;) Ignore the numpties who were rude to you, they're not worth the effort. As I also live in Kent, I often go to Bluewater as I just looooove it there :)))

[@diegociardi5372]

You had such a courage making this video...I really felt your desire to talk with someone who's able to understand you. Greetings from Italy

[@old_geeky_Michael]

Thanks for another interesting and insightful video! To your last point, having grown up abroad myself, I've always thought that "expat" is in itself an identity - that expats all share certain traits, no-matter which countries they come from or move to. Your eyes are just that bit more open to the fact the world is a big place and people do things differently elsewhere; I think it breeds a change in perspective, as you mentioned. One of the reasons expats tend to form their own communities as well.

[@RachelSmets]

England was not my favorite country of all the countries I've lived so far. I lived there for an entire year, and yeah, met nice people, but didn't feel as connected as in other countries. I don't suffer homesickness much, as I'm used to living in other countries, but in England, the weather is depressing and doesn't help homesickness either :) Making friends is not easy, for sure, I'm not young anymore, but in England it's harder than Spain for e.g. If you can dream it, you can do it! Love to live abroad, Rachel

[@sydneyschouten1476]

This was posted the day I arrived in the UK for two years on a Youth Mobility! I know all of these things will kick in the second I no longer feel like I am on vacation. So thankful for your videos!❤️🇨🇦

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thanks so much girl!! I hope you have a lovely time here, feel free to send a message if you ever have a question! :)

[@lebenausvollstemherzen]

I just love your honesty, talking about all the difficulties! You may be an anxious introvert, but you have a wonderful authentic personality! :-) #YTQueens

[@profleo2018]

I think you are so cool. I'm so impressed you are able to be so diplomatic about the silly comments from your viewers. There will always be daft and offensive comments. On the other hand I am so happy about you trying out British candy for the first time. It;s the first time for you but it's like a time warp for me - and it makes me very happy to relive that. Keep going (esp. on youtube) , it will be fine, any sensible Brit will be delighted to meet you and help you out.

[@markrochford897]

I agree about the accent. My grandmother came over from Ontario and was very proud of being Canadian. She kept her accent to the end. People wanted to know if she had been enjoying her holiday. Yes dear I have been here for Forty years.

[@Johnboysmudge]

When I used to live in Sweden I remember I once put the on the commentary on my Red Dwarf boxset, just to hear English voices and banter 😊

[@Nathan.Manchester]

Your a very likable lady - its interesting to hear an outsiders perspective so I liked and Subscribed 👋👋

[@MistressQueenBee]

How Dee from the heart of the Great State of Texas♥ For a Canglander, I must say that you are a girl after my own heart. Brave, Brilliant, Brash, Beautiful, and a young woman that has found the true meaning of personal growth. Girl, your family must be bursting at the seams with pride in the lovely person that you have become. As an old women who has been round long enough to tell you that I worked hard during the years that women double timed it at home and work in order to achieve personal growth, and there you are, making us proud as the newest member. Let me add two items here. #1. That whole "forgot you" thing? That happens to ALL of us, as we grow away from our circle of friends and family. Whether it be from a move, a marriage, changing our status to Mother, or high power workforce member, we are not immediate to those that were our narrow world at the time when we demanded, then received the attention we needed. At 66 years of age, I know what I speak of. #2 You are not, never will be, nor in fact will become a "half and halfer". You are a women who has, is , and will continue to experience the WORLD. That shapes you. Not where you are, but who you become as a direct result of the people, places, problems and progress that you have bravely opened your heart to. The Brits do have the most wonderful of congratulatory expressions: "Well Done, Alanna". Sending love from a real hot place, Central Texas, where right now at 3:30 pm (15:30) it is 104* (40c). I don't for a moment believe that hell is any hotter. Koni B.

[@samnic1998]

I'm English and will be studying abroad on the NY/Canada border next year and I enjoy hearing your perspective on this sort of stuff!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Ahh how cool, hope you enjoy it!

[@samnic1998]

I am looking forward to it!

[@MaddieAle]

loved this video! I watched it before moving to Uruguay (from Aus) and now watching it again after a few months living here, its crazy, especially in this time, but moving was the best decision ever and i have no regrets!

[@lisawakefield6994]

I really enjoy your videos. I am British but have family living in Ontario. I love Canada and enjoyed the video you did when you went home and went to Timmys. My husband is Italian and moved here 15 years ago, and he still gets homesick at times. I admire your honesty and enjoy hearing about your views on living in the UK. Take care and look forward to your next video.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!!

[@mangle0774]

Hello Alanna your videos are great 😊. Having moved around in the military and experienced different culture's and countries I know the feeling lol. Always one reoccurring problem you will find unfortunately wherever you go....people. Just gotta find the genuine ones that suit your personality and lifestyle. Easier said than done at times I know. Look forward to your next video and all the best x

[@kevanparker908]

How hard it must have been coming to UK? In 1995 I joined Voluntary Services Overseas and went to live in Kenya on a two year contract. I was told I would most likely need a Swiss Army penknife and a Shortwave radio. I purchased the Radio but made do with a bar tenders bottle opener with cork screw and knife for cutting plastic seals. The Swiss Army penknife turned out to be the first thing a volunteer had stolen after arrival and every electronics shop had cheap Shortwave radios. Any way I did two and a half years and came home married with a son my bottle opener and two shortwave radios. We have been through the Visa wrangles and won in the end, never give up!

[@anyam.4159]

I'm from the US living in France, (hoping to go to the UK soon!) I definitely experienced the same things when I came to France. It was difficult at first, to do simple normal things. Thanks for sharing your experience! I know I am not alone.

[@heyokaempath5802]

Omg! You and my 23 yr old daughter Liz could be SISTERS. Even down to your gestures. ❤ You're adorable.

[@darrenwhitecross5932]

Great vid as usual.... I used to travel to the U.S and stay for months at a time. I would eventually feel homesick so go back home to the U.K only to feel i wanted to go back to the U.S after a few days as nothing had changed. Then i would work my A** off, save money then go to the U.S again and go through the same process.... Its a crazy feeling! Keep the videos coming, very entertaining ;-)

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

I can definitely relate!!

[@G4GUO]

My dad moved from BC to the UK after the war (he originally came over with the first wave of Canucks in 1939) and he never lost his Canadian accent. I can remember being given a long list of does and don’ts by him the first time I went to visit the Canadian side of my family so I can relate to some of your experiences. I hope you enjoy your time here.

[@fatbelly27]

You're lucky having a bit of warmth in the southeast. In the southwest we're still around 13 degrees C. When it gets too hot for you, come and visit Cornwall. We love anxious introverts here.

[@DaveRWatson]

Math, maths, it's all Greek to me! You are a genuine delight to listen to and make the day so much brighter. Thank you :)

[@ivandavies1388]

Another wonderful and enchanting video. Keep it up

[@Paulf1fan]

So you don't think we'll change Canada to say maths eh?? Vera, fetch me my passport and pitchfork!!!

[@joeblow9657]

Oh no not again

[@ikpekaprincewill364]

lol...funniest comment read so far.

[@WardenMashups]

Who else likes her videos before even watching it?

[@lewisskinner7027]

WardenMashups me defo me!

[@shaunw9270]

WardenMashups Yes ! She's adorable !😊

[@alteredillusions100]

Wow this is an awesome video! I appreciate your honesty. Great job!

[@eclat438]

Get a fan. Floor stand type is the most flexible compare to a table top ones. It helps greatly when the temp is high. Good luck to your stay here in the UK and great tips. Do keep it up.Take care.

[@calvinjohnstone2664]

Happy birthday. Your hybrid thing is fine. Always relaxing listening, hope it's as good as it can get👍 or even surprisingly better👈😀

[@carlena4300]

I was very lucky, I didn't get home sick when I lived abroad, however I can relate to the trying less. I was abroad for three years and my mother told me that she preferred to think of me as dead then as wilfully staying away. That conversation was a eye opener 😂

[@rogerhwerner6997]

A few decades ago I moved from the East to the West coast of the US. Today, that's not really a big deal but in 1974 airfares were very costly and Amtrac didn't exist. People just weren't as mobile. California was very very different from New York. Boy was it different. Yet I can't say I ever became homesick...probably because I moved something like 30 times before I turned 24.i lived in New York City, the metropolitan area, northern New England, rural New York state, southern New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, and Washington DC. I never lived any place long enough to call home. I moved out of my parents house at age 17 and for many reasons, I pushed myself away from family. I arrived in California in October 1974 and had minimal contact with my family until Chriustmas 1979. I never had time to feel homesick. When I left home for university at 17, boy did I get homesick...for about a week. I remember the feeling and yes, it sucks.

[@billhaigney5080]

And Happy Birthday Alanna!

[@jat5828]

Belated happy birthday from one of your 10k cyber friends ! - btw I hadn’t thought of the hybrid status element to moving abroad , especially with the slight change in accent which probably will occur over time ...

[@sfjnet]

Another great video - speaking as a Canadian expat, every point is right on, especially how in time you'll change to a "hybrid" of your home country and adopted country. To be honest I kind of like that though...

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you very much!!

[@alexandermuir8160]

Alanna, you're not sweating, you're just exuding your inner glow. Sounds a lot better. So sad Alanna. Let your patrons know your birthday. They will send you a card. I definitely will.

[@johneves6575]

Hey Alana.I Always look forward to Wednesday for another installment of Adventures & Naps and of course your delightful accent, yet another successful and informative video, full of your own lovely sense of humour, “ If that makes sense“ ;-) Well! From one anxious introvert to another, have a lovely weekend. Cheers!

[@mayas4184]

Hey girl! I’ve been binge watching all your England videos, as I’m moving to Cambridge myself in January from Canada. All of these videos have been super helpful, and I appreciate the time you put into each one of your vids! It’s given me a lot of inside info on what to expect when I move, so thank you!! :)

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much, hope you have a great time in Cambridge!!

[@dmoore1688]

Very insightful and truthful. It's interesting to get an outsiders perspective on our country. I've travelled a lot and believe me you can get homesick in what some people would consider paradise. I love my country even though I spend a lot of time moaning about it especially our weird weather which has gone from Spring like to cold and chilly in the time it took to type this : )

[@vampsera]

im only 14 but i just went to england and it was a dream come true. ive been obsessed with england since i was like 9. i really want to move abroad so this was really inspiring :)))

[@graham3985]

Happy late birthday wishes. No cards from your family is a bit poo. Loved the video, good job.