Get over him.. Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi, Just broke up with my bf and decided to move to London. Has anyone got any advice? How fantastic is it really? Thanks Link to comment
jengh Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Must be honest here... I found it overrated and expensive. Some people (obviously), okay most, LOVE it... but that's just my opinion. It doesn't do much for me. Link to comment
karvala Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi, Just broke up with my bf and decided to move to London. Has anyone got any advice? How fantastic is it really? Thanks My first piece of advice would be to think it through. The energy that breakup pain causes can be a good motivator for sure, but good judgment doesn't always accompany it. Make sure this is really what you want to do, and not a romantic adventure that won't seem quite so romantic when you're stuck in a grotty flat on the outskirts somewhere looking out onto the dumpsters. That cheerful note aside if you really want to do it, bear in mind two things (1) It's very expensive, and (2) You'll almost certainly need to live a reasonable distance out in order to be able to afford somewhere (depending on what living arrangement you're after), so factor the transport time/cost/hassle into the equation. Both of those mean that you'll need to get a reasonable paying job, or have some other source of income. London can be a fanstastic place to visit. To live it's a bit more stressful, but if you can cope with the cost, the time, the crowds and the whole big city thing, then it can be a tremendously exciting place to be. You never have to feel bored in London, and there's an opportunity to do almost anything if you look hard enough. Link to comment
free2Bme Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I say go for it. I am assuming you'll be renting so it's not a decision that can't be undone if you decide it's not for you. My sister broke up from her boyfriend and moved into a house share in Camden Town. It's perfect for her, she loves going to gigs and there's always something on. You can get pretty much anywhere on the underground, it's a totally different way of life. You won't need a car, so the cost of travel pretty much evens itself out. Agreed, it's definitely more expensive, I have sometimes paid double the normal price for a meal out. And she pays an extra £200 than I would have expected for the room she rents. But then, jobs in London pay more. So it's swings and roundabouts Link to comment
sunflower_girl Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I moved to London after ending an emotionally draining relationship in the States. It's lovely and I'm having the time of my life! Go for it! Link to comment
yokohama_mama Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I lived in London for a year as a university exchange student and LOVED it! There's so much to do and see. Even if you don't have a lot of money (I was broke when I was there) there are lots of great things you can do for free. I was lucky in that the university dorm was right downtown, so I could get around easily, and save money (and often time) by riding a bicycle. Link to comment
quirky Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Do you live in the UK already, or are you moving from another country? Are you in a small city now? I lived there for 9 years and I'm planning to go back soon. It is a very exciting place, so much to do, things to suit all styles but above all the progressive mind. As people said it's very expensive but it depends on your job. The pace of life is very fast and people are more alienated, as it happens in all capitals. How do you feel about cultural diversity? How old are you? What makes you wanna move there? Link to comment
Get over him.. Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 Do you live in the UK already, or are you moving from another country? Are you in a small city now? I lived there for 9 years and I'm planning to go back soon. It is a very exciting place, so much to do, things to suit all styles but above all the progressive mind. As people said it's very expensive but it depends on your job. The pace of life is very fast and people are more alienated, as it happens in all capitals. How do you feel about cultural diversity? How old are you? What makes you wanna move there? I live in the UK already. I have always wanted to move there (I work in a bank and its a great place to further your career) also just broke up with my bf so took the chance. He was really bad with money and his job is poorly paid! Moving on Sunday and am so excited about starting my new life down there. I am 22! Link to comment
mad rabbits Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I've spent quite a bit of time in London. Its very crowded and very expensive and very cold. BUT yes - it is exciting. If exciting is what you are after Link to comment
Get over him.. Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 Its not as cold as Scotland where I am originally from so I welcome the London weather. Last day at work tomorrow and leaving on Sunday. CAN'T WAIT!!! Link to comment
JonasWaingaro Posted October 30, 2009 Share Posted October 30, 2009 woohoo! Have fun in London! A really great city. Link to comment
Yuli Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 That's great! I'm moving to go study abroad real soon as well. I wish you luck. It seems like a real fun place to be. Link to comment
Donster Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 I moved to London from the US after ending a long relationship. I am having a ball here and you're going to have a great time too! Link to comment
miss_sunshine86 Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Go for it!! i did the same when i was 22 (im now 23, been here a year). I moved from the north east, no bf (just a horrible draining break up) so i went for it and i've made so many new friends, and loving my job in the insurance industry. give me a shout if you need any help/advice/ a friend in London xxx Link to comment
goodguyslast Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 People that moved to London from the States - how?! What paperwork is involved? I thought you could only get a 3mth stay, just like we can the other way around. I've wanted to move to the States since I was little, would love to know if there's a way to do it. Link to comment
goodguyslast Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 get a job And here I was thinking I'd missed something! Oh well, don't have any portable skills, so that's the end of that. Link to comment
miss_sunshine86 Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 i'm sure you do - remember, it can be any job. even a bar job, (but you may need 2 to pay the rent) or working as a au pair, anything! Link to comment
karvala Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 i'm sure you do - remember, it can be any job. even a bar job, (but you may need 2 to pay the rent) or working as a au pair, anything! It's not that easy any more. To come from the US and legally work in the UK you need a work permit, and to get one of those you must be sponsored by an approved company. The days when you could turn up, get a bar job and stay indefinitely (legally) are long gone I'm afraid. Link to comment
miss_sunshine86 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 thats a shame. by the way -bring warm clothes Link to comment
definitely_maybe Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 London baby! I'll be visiting the city in less than a month. I'm pretty excited. Link to comment
Tarkan Posted December 10, 2009 Share Posted December 10, 2009 I'll be visiting London next year for a few days. I don't know when but I'll let you know when I come by. I'll take my accordeon with me and we'll stalk people on the streets, begging for easy money. And with that money we'll go to Starbucks ! Because I only have one goddam Starbucks in my whole country and the last one I drank was like ... a year ago ? o_O Link to comment
EternalSingle Posted December 21, 2009 Share Posted December 21, 2009 I can't stand London. Give me Edinburgh over it any day.... Link to comment
Joshb Posted December 21, 2009 Share Posted December 21, 2009 i live in the states, will be in london for new years, also moving to london next year, university. cant "bloody" wait! Link to comment
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