Tips for Living in UK
Tips from expats and experts about moving to UK and living in UK.
Differences When Moving from US to UK - Part 2
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Electrical outlets are different from US and other EU countries so you will need a decent converter. I highly suggest just leaving your hair dryers, curling irons, etc. at home and only bringing chargers for computer, camera, etc. to use with a converter. (Continue Reading)
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Differences When Moving from US to UK - Part 3
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Charity shops are the American equivalent of thrift stores, but they are smaller and more specifically focused on a charity than Goodwill or Salvation Army. You will see at least five on a high street even in small village towns. Most are operated by volunteers so if you have extra time when you relocate, dedicate it to your community! (Continue Reading)
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Tipping in the UK
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This was one of the most difficult things for me to get used to as an American - tipping in the UK. Restaurants and pubs are run differently in the UK than in the US. They pay their staff higher wages and also do not always have a dedicated server to your table. In pubs, you will go to the bar to order both drinks and food. You will tell them a table number then they will bring your food once it's ready. (Continue Reading)
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Looking for work in England?
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Everybody thinks to move to London but where I live is a county named North Somerset. It is 30 min away from Bristol and I am where you can get fish and chips by the seafront in a true victorian town. I love the real British culture of the villages and the pubs full of character. So If you would like to find a job in North Somerset, go to http://pattyshayler.weebly.com/looking-for-work.html (Continue Reading)
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Want to learn English in North Someret, England?
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If you would like to improve your English, come to the BME Network in Weston Super mare and join our group! All lessons are free, but donations are appreciated. (Continue Reading)
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