Category Archives: Edinburgh Expat

Stories, reviews, and expat life in Edinburgh.

What it’s Like Visiting the Isle of Arran in Scotland in 3 Days

beach on Isle of Arran in Scotalnd

The Isle of Arran in Scotland is frequently called Scotland in Miniature, and for good reason. This tiny island boasts everything the mainland has, from ancient standing stones and beautiful castles to whisky distilleries, beaches, and highlands. As my first Scottish island, visiting the Isle of Arran has officially set the bar very high for […]

Living in Scotland: Pros and Cons from a US Perspective

Moving to a new country - Amanda Walkins offering Scotland travel planning help

As with anywhere in the world, there are certainly pros and cons to living in Scotland. I get regular emails from readers asking for insights and advice on moving to Scotland and living in Scotland. So I thought I’d compile some thoughts here to help guide your own journey, should you be considering the move […]

How Can a US Citizen Get UK Residency Through Marriage

Edinburgh wedding

Moving to new countries comes with a whole range of logistics to figure out and to check off a list. But by far the most important part of becoming an expat is the legal requirements involved. These are the details I can offer for how this US citizen got UK residency through marriage to an […]

An American Expat in Scotland: Visas, Daily Life, Housing Info & More

Edinburgh Castle

Moving to a new country can be daunting…finding new friends, figuring out which items you like from the grocery store, hell, just finding a grocery store can be a challenge! You’ve uprooted yourself and plopped down into a whole new environment. Luckily, for an American expat in Scotland, the transition really actually isn’t that hard. […]