Dear expat friends,
Welcome to Your New Life in the UK. Not just a new country, but a whole new chapter of your life. First of all, congratulations on your move! Relocating can feel exciting, overwhelming and everything in between. There is so much to learn, so much to take in: new routines, unfamiliar systems, all the small things which work just a tiny bit differently.
This space was created for you – to help make sense of the everyday, to answer the questions you didn’t know you’d have, to share the kind of local knowledge that doesn’t show up in the guidebooks. I know what it’s like because I’ve been through this journey myself. I’ve faced the same challenges, asked the same questions, and stumbled through the same unexpected moments. And that’s exactly why I do what I do – so you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
While many of the stories and tips here focus on life in London, the city I live, the support I offer reaches far beyond the British capital. No matter if you’re settling in the countryside, along the coast, or in one of the UK’s many vibrant cities, this space, and my services, are here to help you feel at home, wherever you land.
Whether you’re navigating daily essentials, learning local customs, or craving the insider scoop on life beyond the tourist trail, this is your go-to place. Here, you’ll find practical tips, friendly advice, and a few surprises to help you settle in smoothly and feel truly connected – not just as a visitor, but as a local.
I wish you all the best in your journey
Warm regards
Konrad
P.S. If you have questions, doubts, or just need someone who understands this journey – I’m here, just reach out.
Night at the London ZOO
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London by the local
When I moved to live in the British capital in 2012, it was not the easiest time for me to adjust. Suffice to say, I had a love-hate relationship with this city, mostly hate to be honest. Everyone told me how amazing my life would be in one of the best metropolies of the world…
The British Museum – part 2 – Summer 2023 exhibitions
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The National Health Service and other diseases – how to find a doctor in the UK
Finding a doctor is one of the first things people usually do when relocating to another country. It may be for different reasons, not necessarily an actual need for one, but most of it for peace of mind, especially if moving with children. Signing up to a General Practitioner (family doctor) in the UK is…
The British Museum – part 1
Living in London offers many advantages compared to living in other cities around the world. Of course, some people might see these as drawbacks and would prefer to move to the countryside, but that’s not the case for me. Once the capital of an empire on which the sun never set, London remains one of…
questions my clients ask – part 1
I’ve been working with expats relocating to other countries for many years now, and while they come from all kinds of cultural backgrounds, I’ve noticed that the questions they ask are surprisingly similar. Many of them visit my website, so this post is meant to address some of those common questions in advance and hopefully…