Moving to London

Are you moving to London, or want to move to London? I’ve done it – twice.

Here’s all of my tips and tricks to get here, stay here, and enjoy your life abroad.

Learn from my mistakes, be informed upon your arrival, and take it step by step – it’s a process!

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Quizzes 🧐

Want a quick yes or no? I’ve written some quizzes just for you.

Should I Move To London? 

Where Should I Live In London? 

⭐ Start Here ⭐

How To Move To London: Complete Timeline & Checklist 

Before You Move

Types Of Visas Available For Living And Working In London

How Much it Costs to Move to the UK

Cost Of Living

Why is London so Expensive?

Detailed Breakdown Of Living Expenses In London

Packing Tips

What To Pack (And What To Leave Behind)

Tips For Shipping Belongings Internationally

When You Arrive

How To Set Up Your New Life In The Uk

Finding Accommodation

Finding Short Term Accommodation In London

How To Rent A Property In London

Property Hunting Tips for Expats

The Cheapest Places to Live in London

Healthcare In The UK

Navigating The NHS 

Private Healthcare Options For Expats 

Transportation

The Best Navigation App For London

How To Use The Underground

How To Use The Bus 

Settling In

London Neighborhood Guide

Driving In The UK: Everything You Need to Know

Building A Social Life

How To Make Friends In London As An Expat

Guide To UK School Systems

How to Find & Apply to Schools

UK vs US School Systems

Practical Knowledge 

London Postcodes & Zipcodes Explained

Europe Postcodes & Zip Codes Explained 

Enjoying Life Abroad

What it’s Like to Live in London as a Foreigner

The Truth About Moving Abroad: Expectations Vs Reality

Motivational Life Abroad Quotes for When You’re Feeling Lonely 

Americans in the UK

How Your Life Will Change When You Move to the UK 

Living in the UK vs US: Ultimate Smackdown Comparison

Here’s What Europeans Really Think of Americans

Finding American Food In The UK 

Grocery Shopping: US vs UK 

London Houses vs American Houses

London vs NYC