Website & links to TikTok, Instagram, podcast, and more → 👉 www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected] We Used for Our US → UK Move 🌎Full list of packing supplies, pet travel items, and arrival essentials:👉 https://howgreatisbritain.com/recomme...(Contains affiliate links — we only share items we’ve used and loved.)A free PDF to help you move internationally. 👉 https://howgreatisbritain.com/resourcesSince moving from Florida, we thought grocery shopping would be… well, just food shopping. A chore to get through.But something unexpected happened.The things that have truly stayed with us… are the small ones.In this episode, we talk about how food shopping in the UK has become an experience — a rhythm to the week, a chance to connect with people, and even a moment to slow down and notice life. From popping into the little shops for a few items, to discovering the difference with eggs (yes, eggs), or how to make a big night at home, it’s the little touches and cultural quirks that have made grocery trips surprisingly joyful.It’s also a glimpse into our day-to-day life as a family — watching our daughters enjoy these small routines, feeling the rhythm of British shops, and noticing how these simple moments shape the way we live (and eat).Because in the end, it’s not just about the food.A simple errand that feels anything but simple in the UK. Not because it’s complicated, but because it’s connected. You’re noticed and remembered. The small things that add up to make a place feel like home Thank you for watching, we are so glad you are here!– Gemma & Brett#NippingToTheShops #LifeInEngland #AmericanInEngland #UKvsUSA #FamilyLifeUK #BritishCulture #ExpatLife #ParentingAbroad #MovingToEngland #EverydayBritain #LivingInTheUK #LittleThings

Anglophile: (noun)A person who has a deep appreciation for England — its culture, traditions, countryside, and everyday rhythms of life. For some, it’s the history and landmarks that draw them in; for others, it’s the quieter comforts — birdsong in the morning, daffodils in spring, and a bench perfectly placed to take it all in. When we imagined life in England, we thought the big things would be what made it special — the history, the landmarks, the castles, the iconic places we’d only ever seen in films and photos.But something unexpected happened.The things that have truly stayed with us… are the small ones.In this episode, we talk about Brett’s lifelong love of Britain and what it’s actually felt like experiencing it day to day. While the big-move-moments can sometimes feel overwhelming, it’s the quiet surprises that have made England feel comforting and real — the benches tucked along footpaths, the sudden appearance of daffodils in spring, the sound of birds in the morning, and the feeling that everyday life here invites you to slow down and notice things.It’s also a glimpse into who Brett is — an Anglophile at heart who has always felt drawn to this country — and how those small moments are a big part of why we wanted this life for our daughters.Because in the end, our move wasn’t just about a place.It was about the kind of life we want our children to grow up in — one where the pace slows down enough to notice the little things.Sometimes those little things are exactly what make somewhere feel like home.Thank you for watching, we are so glad you are here!-Gemma & BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and more:www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected] We Used for Our US → UK Move 🌎We’ve put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother:👉 https://howgreatisbritain.com/recommended-products(The website page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved.)#MovingToEngland #LifeInEngland #AmericanInEngland #MovingAbroad #ExpatFamily #UKvsUSA #WhyWeMoved #FamilyDecision #ParentingAbroad #RelocationStory #LivingInTheUK #StartingOver #BigLifeChange #OurStory

Six months ago we moved our family from the United States to the United Kingdom — with two little girls, two dogs, and no jobs waiting for us when we arrived.

So how are we actually paying for it?

In this episode we’re sharing the financial strategy that made the move possible, how we prepared before leaving the US, and the plan we’re using to support our family during our first year living in the UK.

Moving countries isn’t just plane tickets and suitcases. There's a lot more to it than that.

This is the honest story of how we’re funding our first year abroad — and the thinking behind the choices we made.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to move your life across the world, this episode is for you.

Thanks for watching!

Gemma and Brett

Join us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to TikTok, Instagram, and more: 

www.HowGreatIsBritain.com

Email: [email protected]

Products We Used for Our US → UK Move  We’ve put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother: 

 https://howgreatisbritain.com

(The website page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved.)

#MovingToUK #AmericanInUK #ExpatLife #LivingInTheUK #MovingAbroad

Six months ago, we uprooted our entire lives and moved our family from the US to the UK.At first, everything felt overwhelming and unfamiliar. There were moments we genuinely wondered if we’d ever feel settled — or if this would always feel temporary.But slowly, something shifted.The routines formed (mostly). The logistics got sorted (for the most part). England has started to feel like ours. We stopped feeling like visitors.In this episode, we leave the living room behind and head out into the English countryside — navigating some truly wild weather and a few silly technical hiccups along the way. It’s a lighthearted catch-up set against some of our favourite views.We’re reflecting on what’s changed, what surprised us, what feels normal now, and where our focus is beginning to turn next.So what's different now?Six months in… here’s the honest answer.Thanks for watching!-Gemma & BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to TikTok, Instagram, our podcast, and more: www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected] We Used for Our US → UK Move 🌎 We’ve put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother: 👉 https://howgreatisbritain.com/recomme... (The website page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved.)#MovingToEngland #LifeInEngland #AmericanInEngland #MovingAbroad #ExpatFamily #UKvsUSA #WhyWeMoved #FamilyDecision #ParentingAbroad #RelocationStory #LivingInTheUK #StartingOver #BigLifeChange #OurStory

American health insurance is something we lived with for years, for Brett - his WHOLE life!In this episode, we break down:• What American health insurance actually is• How deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximums really work• Whether it’s possible to avoid surprise medical bills• And why we are so grateful to be experiencing the NHS (National Health Service) We’re not here to bash either system. The United States has world-class medical care and innovation. But the financial structure behind it can be complex — and emotionally stressful — especially when you have children.After experiencing both systems as a US-UK family, we share what surprised us most.If you’ve ever wondered:Can you cap all medical costs in America?Why do surprise bills happen?How does it compare to the NHS?We’re diving into it!Important NoteThis episode reflects our lived experience navigating healthcare in both countries. Insurance policies vary widely by provider and state. Always check your specific plan details or consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your situation.If this conversation resonates with you, let us know in the comments:What has your experience been with American health insurance or the NHS?Take care!-Gemma & BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to TikTok, Instagram, our podcast, and more: www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected] We Used for Our US → UK Move🌎 We’ve also put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother:👉 https://howgreatisbritain.com/recomme...This page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved. #AmericanHealthInsurance#HealthcareInAmerica#NHS#USvsUK#expatlife #HealthInsuranceExplained#USHealthcare#LivingInTheUK

America - We built our lives there. Built careers there. Our daughters were born there. Then we moved to England. Why? This is just our perspective — two parents trying to make the best decision we could with the information and circumstances we had at the time.Sometimes life shifts in ways you didn’t plan. And when it does, it forces you to revisit the questions you’d quietly parked.We weren’t running.We were reassessing.For us, it came down to one simple question:If we were going to reset anyway… where should we reset?We know nowhere's perfect.But for this chapter of our family, this move feels right. If you're navigating big decisions for your family, you’re not alone.Thanks for being on this journey with us!!-Gemma & BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and more! www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected]#MovingToEngland#LifeInEngland#AmericanInEngland#MovingAbroad#ExpatFamily#UKvsUSA#WhyWeMoved#FamilyDecision#ParentingAbroad#RelocationStory#LivingInTheUK#StartingOver#BigLifeChange#OurStory

Some holidays make you feel like you want to stay forever. Others help you realize where home truly is.This episode closes out our time in Florida.We move from the Orlando Science Center to Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, letting the moments unfold as they did — familiar places, good friends, a few stories from our past professional lives, and unexpected Brett Facts that reveal just how big of a nerd he really is.And waiting for us when we get home to England: fish and chips and our big, comfy couch. Perfection!Thanks for being with us on our journey.– Gemma & BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with our goings on!wwwhowgreatisbritain.com

Six months ago we moved our family from the United States to the United Kingdom — with two little girls, two dogs, and no jobs waiting for us when we arrived.

So how are we actually paying for it?

In this episode we’re sharing the financial strategy that made the move possible, how we prepared before leaving the US, and the plan we’re using to support our family during our first year living in the UK.

Moving countries isn’t just plane tickets and suitcases. There's a lot more to it than that.

This is the honest story of how we’re funding our first year abroad — and the thinking behind the choices we made.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to move your life across the world, this episode is for you.

Thanks for watching!

Gemma and Brett

Join us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to our YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and more: 

www.HowGreatIsBritain.com

Email: [email protected]

Products We Used for Our US → UK Move  We’ve put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother: 

 https://howgreatisbritain.com

(The website page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved.)

#MovingToUK #AmericanInUK #ExpatLife #LivingInTheUK #MovingAbroad

Come with us as we travel from England to Orlando, Florida — from Heathrow to Magic Kingdom — sharing the small moments and familiar places that now feel a little… different.In this episode, we bring you along as the journey unfolds: from the airport, onto the plane, and into our first moments back in Orlando. You’ll go where we go as we drink fizzy drinks at 8:30 in the morning (thanks, jet lag), take a very windy walk around Disney Springs, and—of course—make a necessary stop at Target.We round out the episode in Magic Kingdom, revisiting a place that holds a lot of history for our family. As we walk familiar paths, we share a little about our professional past lives and the “friends” we made along the way.Princesses, monsters, castles, and People Movers await as we dive into Part Two of our Orlando series. Oh—and princesses. There are lots of princesses.Thanks for coming along with us.– Gemma & Brett📺 Part Two of our Orlando series👉 Subscribe to follow the journey🌍 www.HowGreatIsBritain.com

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We recently went back to America expecting nostalgia, homesickness, and a bit of uncertainty about our decision to move to England. Instead, we were surprised... Not by what we missed, but by how we felt. In this episode, we talk about the days leading up to the trip, what we thought revisiting our recent past might stir up, and the moment halfway through the week when our perspective quietly shifted. We were struck by just how big everything feels in the US (especially when driving), the cost of groceries, and—of course—the weather. We did everything we set out to do: Disney, the Orlando Science Center, performing comedy, and even a visit to our old house. And yet, through it all, something had changed. What we came away with was a simple but powerful realization: where you live matters less than the community you’re surrounded by. Stick around for Brett’s exclusive wedding reception dance moves, our thoughts on the latest series of The Traitors, and something about lipstick on a vicar’s teeth. We had a great time going back and experiencing the kind of week we once imagined before THE BIG MOVE — and this episode captures the moments where we realized why coming back to England felt like coming home!We are glad you're here!-Gemma & Brett

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