England – Noelle Across The Pond

Reflecting on One Year of Living in England

Published on November 7, 2026November 9, 2026 by NoelleLeave a comment

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since we packed up our life in the US and started over in England. While I had lived in the UK before, moving back was a very different experience, with plenty of adjustments, unexpected challenges and new experiences along the way. Now that we’ve had a full year to settle in, I wanted to reflect on what the experience has really been like, what I’ve missed about America, what I’ve come to love about England, and how we’ve started to build a new life here.

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Noelle’s Monthly Recap: October 2026

Published on November 4, 2026 by NoelleLeave a comment

October flew by, but looking back, I managed to fit a lot in! From visiting friends and family in the US and celebrating Markell’s 20^th birthday to exploring Exmoor and enjoying Halloween here in England, there were plenty of moments to be grateful for. In between, I’ve been getting back into hiking, trying new meals, and continuing to settle into my new role. There have been a few challenges along the way, too, but with my one-year anniversary in England and more adventures coming up in November, there’s a lot to reflect on and look forward to.

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Why Late November is the Best Time to Visit London for Christmas

Published on October 15, 2026October 15, 2026 by Noelle1 Comment

I absolutely love seeing a city decked out for Christmas, and London is one of my favorite places to experience the festive season. However, I also know how overwhelmingly busy popular cities can become as the holidays approach.

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Noelle’s Monthly Recap: July 2026

Published on August 8, 2026October 1, 2026 by Noelle1 Comment

July was such a fun month, filled with new experiences and a visit to a new destination in Spain. I also loved enjoying England’s long, sunny summer days. Read on to see what I got up to in July.

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A Cotswold Day Out: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Published on April 25, 2026June 5, 2026 by Noelle1 Comment

Cotswolds Days Out is a new series I’ve started to showcase the day trips I take around the Cotswolds Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) in England. Since moving nearby to Cheltenham, I’ve been enjoying exploring the various villages and towns in the region and sharing my experiences with readers. This is the second post in the series. You can read the first post about Painswick here.

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