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What Is It Like to Move to England from the United States

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  What Is It Like to Move to England from the United States? A Candid First-Hand Account One of the most interesting cultural shifts you can undergo is transitioning from the USA to England. On the face of it, both cultures have a lot of things in common, such as the language they speak and even their legal background, but looks are deceiving. Whether you realize it or not, there are many significant changes ahead – from driving on the left side of the road to getting your healthcare done without paying any co-pays. As someone who moved there personally, I can assure you that the first six months will seem incredibly interesting and challenging at once. The first shock when coming from America to England is how much there is and how old it all is. Places that would be considered “small towns” in America have roads built for horse and buggies that go back hundreds of years. In a commuter town such as Watford, one soon discovers that parking is at a premium, and taking public transpo...