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[VIDEO] How To Beat Homesickness

Thoughts from Alanna… Homesickness sucks. Unfortunately homesickness is part of being an expat, wherever in the world you move to. Even as a Canadian living in England (and these countries are hella similar) I still feel homesickness, even 2 years on. Here are some of my usual tips to deal…

[VIDEO] How To Drive in England and Not Die

Thoughts from Alanna… I’m driving! On the left! The last few weeks I’ve been practicing driving and things have been going… okay… I’ve got a new job (yay!) but now need to drive instead of taking the bus so I thought I’d share some of my experiences with you! Is…

[VIDEO] What I Wish I Knew Before Moving Abroad

Thoughts from Alanna… As a Canadian living in Kent, England, I’ve had some incredible experiences these last 2+ years. But I would be lying if I said it was all good. Here are some things I wish I knew before moving abroad! I think it’s really important to be honest…

[VIDEO] All You Need To Know To Visit Hurghada, Egypt

Thoughts from Alanna… This Easter I had a wonderful trip to Hurghada, Egypt! Here’s all the details about my trip, hotel, pros/cons, immigrations and everything in between. Hopefully these details will help you plan your own beach-break to Hurghada! I also posted a Follow Me video here where you can…

[VIDEO] Follow Me To Egypt

Thoughts from Alanna… This Easter break, I visited Hurghada, Egypt! Follow along and get a peek into my holiday at the beautiful Premier Le Reve along the Red Sea. The resort, and the trip itself, was wonderful and I’m so thankful I was able to go. Next week I’ll go…

[VIDEO] Rant About Video Games

Thoughts from Alanna… So this video started out as the beginning of a month-long vlog like I did in February, but… it ended up being a rant about video games. Oops. We’ll be back to our regularly scheduled programming next week. Hope you enjoy this one-off video! Also, bless Skyrim.…

[VIDEO] Eat This: Canadian Tries British Snacks | Viewer Suggestions

Thoughts from Alanna… One of my favourite things about being a Canadian living in England is trying all the weird and wonderful British snacks! This week I tried junk food that viewers have suggested – the good and the bad. If you have any items you think I should try,…

[VIDEO] You Say It Like What?

Thoughts from Alanna… We’ve talked about some English and Canadian slang, but what about how we say our words differently? I find it so fascinating that English words can be said one way in England and a different way in North America. Life is weird! Here are the words that…

[VIDEO] England vs Canada | Why Canada Wins

Thoughts from Alanna… As promised, here’s Part 2 of my “England vs Canada” series! There’s always pros and cons to every country, but these are the reason I enjoy Canada more than England. I meant to also mention that I love that you’re able to take your kids out of school…
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