Category Archives: Living Abroad

[VIDEO] My Korean Skincare Routine

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I wanted to try something a little bit different! I’ve been using a new Korean nighttime skincare routine for the last month or two and wanted to report back on how it’s going! The products are: Step 1. Wishtrend Green Tea Enzyme Powder Wash Step…

[VIDEO] Make Kraft Dinner with a Canadian

Thoughts from Alanna… I wasn’t really feeling my original video idea so I thought: let’s make some lunch and chat. A Canadian staple is Kraft Dinner, even though it’s pretty horrific. KD is super nostalgic and mine even comes straight from Canada itself! I know you can technically buy it…

[VIDEO] How To Survive a Long Flight

Thoughts from Alanna… Being an expat means being on flights. A lot. Over the years I’ve developed my favourite flight tricks and tips for surviving long flights that I wanted to share with everyone this week. I hope a few of things can help you on your next journey! Got…

[VIDEO] July Vlog | Living in England

Thoughts from Alanna… I get a lot of questions about what it’s like living in England, so this week I thought I’d share some random events from my life recently! Including my first 10km run for Race for Life and feeding some alpacas! Hope you enjoy!…

[VIDEO] How To Make Friends Abroad

Thoughts from Alanna… I’ve received a lot of questions from fellow expats on how to make friends abroad.. I feel you, it’s hard! Here are my top tips for how to make friends while living abroad, specifically as a Canadian living in England! It’s hard making friends as an adult,…

[VIDEO] Rant About Books

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I wanted to share some of my favourite books and what I’m reading lately! Today I actually just finished “Carry On, Jeeves”! But if I can say anything, check out The Name of the Wind. A personal favourite! I’m always interested in book suggestions, so…

[VIDEO] Q&A and Life Updates

Thoughts from Alanna… This week I answered some questions from subscribers and talked about some life updates. All before my camera freaked out and over-heated. So far life in England is going pretty well, knock on wood. Thanks to everyone who sent in questions! It really means a lot! Hope…

[VIDEO] Eat This: Canadian Tries Dutch Sweets

Thoughts from Alanna… It’s time again for my favourite series: Eat This! I recently re-visited Amsterdam, Netherlands and brought home some Dutch sweets! If you’re ever able to visit the city, go! It’s beautiful and so very chill. Find a cafe or pub with some outdoor seating, sit on their…

[VIDEO] Lesser Known Things About England | Ep 2

Thoughts from Alanna… Want to learn about lesser known things about England? We’re back with episode 2! These are some of the things I’ve noticed after living in Kent, England for the last 2+ years. There’s so much to learn, it’s hard to keep track of it all! Culture can…

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