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An American woman who relocated to London last year has shared her take on what the UK does better than the U.S - including the weather. <br><br>Madeline Goodgame, from Texas, U.S., moved to the capital seven months ago to start a Master's degree, and admits she arrived as a full-on Brit-obsessed American.<br><br>'I'm the kind that thought they would move here and transition seamlessly because I have seen the Inbetweeners, and of course I've watched Peep Show,' she told MyLondon. <br><br>Despite her knowledge and confidence in navigating British life, she confessed the transition was more eye-opening than expected, as she added: 'Watching British TV can only prepare one so much.' <br><br>Now, after half a year in the city, Madeline shared the top things she now prefers about life in the UK. <br><br>Pub culture and tipping <br>One of the biggest lifestyle changes Madeline has embraced following her move to London is the pub scene.<br><br>The student said she has been left 'charmed' by local establishments as they tend to bring communities, such as football supporters, together. <br><br><br><br><br>Madeline Goodgame, from Texas , U.S., moved to the capital seven months ago to start a Master's degree, and admits she arrived as a full-on Brit-obsessed American<br><br><br><br><br><br>One of the biggest lifestyle changes Madeline has embraced following her move to London is the pub scene<br><br>In comparison, Madeline revealed she feels less pressure in British pubs than in American bars, as she added: 'U.S. bar culture can't compare, and it mostly comes down to tipping. When you go out in the US, you tip. You tip everywhere.'<br><br>She believes bars are more transactional in the U.S., and that once a punter stops spending, it's essentially time to leave.  <br><br>In London, Madeline said there's a 'magic' to being able to walk to a local pub, knock back a couple of drinks and walk home. <br><br>Public transport and walkability <br><br><br><br>Madeline is embracing London's walkability and how easy it is to get around without requiring a car<br><br>Growing up in Texas, Madeline revealed she was used to getting in the car to go anywhere. <br><br>She explained: 'Most American cities aren't designed for walking and our cars are designed like tanks. A mile can take an hour to walk because priority is given to cars, not pedestrians.' <br><br>Now, she's embracing London's walkability and how easy it is to get around without requiring a car. <br><br>Even with occasional Tube delays and strikes, as well as ongoing complaints about overcrowding, Madeline said she's still 'obsessed' with London public transport, adding: 'The magic hasn't worn off for me!' <br><br>The weather<br><br><br><br>Though she labelled London winters 'brutal,' the student said the nation's cosy pubs and Christmas markets more than make up for the harsh weather<br><br><br><br><br>Read More<br><br>I'm American living in the UK - this typical British behaviour was really hard to get used to<br><br><br>When it comes to the weather, Madeline called it a tie - but she admitted the UK surprisingly has some advantages, especially when it comes to comfort.<br><br>Though she labelled London winters 'brutal,' the student said the nation's cosy pubs and Christmas markets more than make up for the harsh weather. <br><br>She added: 'Trust me when I tell you Texas summers are not for the faint of heart, even with air conditioning. <br><br>Madeline explained how winters in Texas 'aren't much better' as frequent ice storms can cause power outages, meaning people would be forced to 'sit in the dark and drink alone.'   <br><br>While she admits life in London isn't perfect, Madeline is happy she made the move. <br><br>In regards to her struggle with lifestyle changes in the UK, she joked: 'And when I want to complain about it, I'll just walk to the pub and meet my friends.' <br><br><br>LondonTexas<br><br>Feel free to surf to my web site :: [https://drivethru.us.com/ 2k10 đụ nhau]