How much does it cost to move overseas?
You know it ain’t cheap. Here’s a list of moving expenses you’ll want to budget for. (Not included is the big bottle of wine you’ll deserve when it’s all done.)
How to travel abroad with kids
Worried about long-haul flights with kiddos? Here are some things I’ve learned to make big trips a little less painful.
How IVF made our family
Like 1 in 6 couples, we faced infertility and went through IVF to grow our family. After you’ve been through IVF, you can do anything - even move to a new country.
Living in London: Pros and cons
Ah, the age-old question: to live in London or not to live in London? We used to live in London, but this time we’re forgoing this amazing city in search of greener pastures. Here’s my roundup of pros and cons to think about when deciding if London is for you.
Where to live in the UK?
The scouting mission is complete! After test-driving a dozen towns and villages, we’ve narrowed down our top picks to Leamington Spa and Stratford-upon-Avon.
What’s the best age for kids to move?
Don’t Google it - there’s no good age to move! But if you’re gonna move anyways, here are some things to consider, plus why we’re moving kids at ages 6.5 and 2.5.
Cost of living: US versus UK
Some thoughts on various costs, factors to consider, and what to expect in the UK compared to what we’re used to in the US.
All about the UK Spouse Visa financial requirements
Dive into the delights of government bureaucracy! Learn about the UK Spouse Visa and the fact that you’ll need to have $80K in your savings account before you can apply.
Scouting mission: deciding where to move to in the UK
Picking a random place to move to is hard. Leamington Spa, Bristol and maaaybe Reading are on our short list.
Why we’re moving to the United Kingdom
It’s hard to know which decisions are the right ones, but here are some of our biggest reasons for making the move to the UK.
Our 2-year timeline for an international move
Apparently figuring out the logistics of a big move takes months and years, at least when you throw in a couple of house sales and a UK spouse visa.
Our backstory: love in Vietnam, Vermont, London and beyond
It really was love at first sight. And after three continents, two children and a pandemic, we still love each other. (Or at least, we like each other most days.)
What is this blog? Travel, parenting and expat life
Wondering what it’s like to make an international move with your family? Me too. Let’s find out together!