Are You Here on Holiday?
Ever find yourself daydreaming about a life somewhere completely different? That fantasy became a reality for Jenn and Tom, who traded Virginia for Scotland in a leap that was equal parts exhilarating and daunting. Their Are You Here on Holiday? podcast digs into the gritty, unglamorous, and often hilarious reality of building a life in a new country. It’s not a travel guide, but a candid chronicle from the other side of the move. Each conversation unpacks the labyrinth of visa applications, the cultural quirks that no one warns you about, and the emotional weight of starting from zero an ocean away from home. You’ll hear them grapple with practical nightmares, like navigating foreign banking systems or figuring out how to legally import a pet, alongside the subtle, daily adjustments that define an international relocation. This isn’t just their story; it’s a roadmap of pitfalls and small victories for anyone who’s ever considered a similar change. The tone is warm and conversational, feeling more like overhearing two friends debrief over a cup of tea than a formal interview. By focusing on the granular details of their transatlantic shift, the podcast offers a genuine sense of what such a monumental decision actually entails, long after the initial excitement fades. Tune in for an honest look at the complexities of belonging, bureaucracy, and building a home where you’re perpetually asked if you’re just visiting.
