London's Costco IS NOT What I Expected..HELP!

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  • Опубликовано: 21 дек 2024

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  • @HannahRicketts
    @HannahRicketts  3 месяца назад +44

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    • @JayFarmBoy
      @JayFarmBoy 3 месяца назад

      @@HannahRicketts I guess you should start Hannah Ricketts Show 💥👊

    • @ChatGPT1111
      @ChatGPT1111 3 месяца назад

      Looks almost identical to ours here in Viera Florida.

    • @thejohnbeck
      @thejohnbeck 3 месяца назад

      that criteria to be a member is very classist. all are equal, some are more equal than others.

    • @BenOlmos
      @BenOlmos 2 месяца назад +1

      We love watching what all the different Costco’s have. Definitely not a fail.

    • @thecharliegeorge2151
      @thecharliegeorge2151 2 месяца назад

      Just mooching…love video

  • @deelot1
    @deelot1 3 месяца назад +304

    None of your videos are boring Hannah, because your personality and how you present subjects is very engaging and approachable

    • @pauljmccluskey5532
      @pauljmccluskey5532 3 месяца назад +14

      I totally agree 👍 She rocks every time 😊

    • @patkarpinski9039
      @patkarpinski9039 3 месяца назад +12

      100 % agree!!😊😊

    • @HannahRicketts
      @HannahRicketts  3 месяца назад +12

      Thank you, that’s very kind!

    • @adambrock284
      @adambrock284 3 месяца назад +1

      ​@HannahRicketts they just fancy you mate 😂

    • @youtuber9971
      @youtuber9971 2 месяца назад +1

      ​@@adambrock284😄 For sure.

  • @patriotmama
    @patriotmama 3 месяца назад +261

    Hannah, I will tell you that I live here in the US. Most of us here hate the fact that most of the stores start putting the Halloween/Fall decorations--food, out in early August. Not much is left in the "fall" department by mid September. Now, all of the stores have almost all their Christmas stuff out and it just gets earlier every year. We don't like it. I am 74 years old and when I was a child, the fall/Halloween things came out early October and the Christmas things came out the day after our Thanksgiving celebration (which is the last Thursday in November). By the time late July, early August come, all the stores start putting out all the fall/winter clothing and everything. Who wants to shop for that when our temps are in the 90 degree range every day. THEN, mid September out comes all the Christmas things. By the time "the most wonderful time of year" comes along, everyone is sick of it. It's all about the merchandizing and I just hate that.

    • @JMay83
      @JMay83 3 месяца назад +22

      I agree completely. It just takes all the specialness out of everything.

    • @eily_b
      @eily_b 3 месяца назад +2

      👍🏻

    • @falusitablet8747
      @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +4

      @patriotmama Costco is mainly business member built, which makes it the wholesale market for them to purchase their products earlier than the upcoming holiday season, which allows them to stockpile their inventory until its the season to sell. Each individual retailer chooses when to merchandise those goods. Not every country has Thanksgiving, so they don't understand that at all. Heres some trivia for you, Some countries like the Philippines start the Christmas season September through to January 6th, the longest celebrated season in the world. Each country has its own way of celebrating for religious or other factors. If the Philippines had to wait for the rest of the world to purchase, they'd miss most of their season.
      And Christmas is Christmas for heavens sake. We should all think about how many Christmases we have left. Celebrate!

    • @Innerlight320
      @Innerlight320 3 месяца назад +1

      Don’t go there easy

    • @rmanchego6987
      @rmanchego6987 3 месяца назад +12

      I so agree (sorry, but I'm a "boomer") when I was growing up nothing was as commercialized or profit oriented as it is now)...Halloween items appeared about the 1st week of October, Xmas items the day after Thanksgiving! Everything had its own distinct sales period and you were able to appreciate each holiday and not be so oversaturated that they all blurred into one mega sales session. Now, if you want something for halloween you have to look in August, for Xmas you need to start looking in September, it's ridiculous and takes away from the fun and anticipation of the holidays. It's all about profit and greed.

  • @pgee8702
    @pgee8702 2 месяца назад +23

    I was in the US Airforce stationed at RAF Lakenheath back around 1997-2002, had a Costco membership back in the US and was surprised that my membership card worked over there...first time I went in I thought I was back in the US...setup and items sold was about the same stuff you would see in the US at the time (Kirkland stuff) and of course the local British and EU stuff too in the store...Just note to all, yes anyone with a card from any store globally can access the stores globally...

  • @kevinsnyder3100
    @kevinsnyder3100 3 месяца назад +64

    Hannah this video was not rubbish. None of your videos are. In my opinion it was fun just hanging out with you on a trip to Costco. Your subscribers tune in because of you and the community you have built here. Your videos are genuine, informative, fun and always entertaining. Thank you for today’s video.
    Hope you had a great time here in America Hannah.

  • @robineasby5328
    @robineasby5328 3 месяца назад +49

    Anyone who can make a video of atrip around Costco funny , interesting and totally entertaining gets my vote. Thanks Hannah.

    • @jackiedelvalle
      @jackiedelvalle 2 месяца назад +1

      It was like a cathedral of American trash! My gosh! 😮

  • @MarieTOWNSEND
    @MarieTOWNSEND 3 месяца назад +69

    Food sampling galore down almost every aisle in the U.S. One can actually skip lunch an go home and put a robe on. Happy day Hannah and thanks.

    • @ticketyboo2456
      @ticketyboo2456 2 месяца назад +2

      A robe? Sounds very Harry Potter😊.

  • @TheBaldr
    @TheBaldr 2 месяца назад +18

    You can get a Costco membership as a UK citizen in the US. Your membership card is valid at any Costco warehouse worldwide and is not transferable. Just have to be 16.

  • @albinosquirlz
    @albinosquirlz 3 месяца назад +23

    As a kid growing up in the 70's in Ontario, my Grandma loved her "housecoats". Santa always brought her a new one every Xmas. (Eaton's or Simpsons Christmas cataloge)

  • @user-dx1mt8bs5c
    @user-dx1mt8bs5c 3 месяца назад +21

    Hannah, the moment you open your mouth it's all good vibes, what a nice person.

  • @chinyereapakama298
    @chinyereapakama298 3 месяца назад +23

    You are a rare gem Hannah!!! You are always honest and down to earth. Loads of love to you 👠👠👠👠👠👠👠

  • @WayneSchowalter
    @WayneSchowalter 3 месяца назад +52

    I was on my way out the door to run some errands when I picked up my phone and it flashed a notification about your new video. I made a u-turn and went to my tv to watch it. As someone who worked for Costco for 18 years, I was all in. Regarding the lack of Halloween items, it’s quite possible they stocked them back in July (as you saw for Christmas, holidays come very early at Costco). And once the stock is gone, it’s gone. Beyond that, again, I thoroughly enjoyed your video with your sense of humor always taking center stage (“…the months of ber,” “where do all the socks go?”). Always such a treat to watch you scoot around. Thanks!

  • @adelaferreira4575
    @adelaferreira4575 Месяц назад +1

    The only reason I watch the entire video is because of the wonderful rhythm of your speech ,Americans speed without any pause through their videos,and are hard to swallow ,thank you ,it is music to my ears !

  • @nick-graham
    @nick-graham 3 месяца назад +12

    I can’t explain why, but your videos always make me smile. Look forward to them every week ❤😊

  • @jelenanovakovic7828
    @jelenanovakovic7828 3 месяца назад +37

    It was explained to me that a bath robe is what you put on after a shower/bath, and it can 'dry' you, whereas a dressing gown is what you put on getting out of bed, over your nightwear.

    • @jonathanw844
      @jonathanw844 3 месяца назад +15

      Never thought of it like that but that’s right when you think about it

    • @ticketyboo2456
      @ticketyboo2456 2 месяца назад

      Bath robe just sounds so fancy.

  • @lindabaer9134
    @lindabaer9134 3 месяца назад +14

    Hannah, these stream of consciousness moments in your videos are so dang funny. You standing in front of the mirror asking if your jacket looks cheap!🤣 And no it most definitely does not look cheap!

  • @aboone5977
    @aboone5977 3 месяца назад +67

    These membership requirements are exactly why the UK does not have the GDP of the USA. What absolute snobbery! The truck driver who delivers the goods to UK Costco can't shop there. Absurd. Lots of people with undergrad/grad comp sci degrees out earn most of the "chartered" professions on that silly list. This is blatant class snobbery!

    • @gagamba9198
      @gagamba9198 3 месяца назад +8

      What amused me most is public servants are eligible but not the general public, i.e. the employers. The Palace of Obedience reaps the privileges.

    • @RRaymer
      @RRaymer 3 месяца назад +1

      The Uk does not have the GDP of the USA because they don’t breed like rabbits like the USA. More people = Higher GDP

    • @carolyncalhoun7555
      @carolyncalhoun7555 3 месяца назад +5

      When Costco first opened in Canada they had requirements for membership as well but I think they've dropped them now. Can't understand why they'd put restrictions on membership when the bulk of their profits are from the membership fees they charge.

    • @falusitablet8747
      @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +14

      @aboone5977 nothing to do with snobbery. The UK, has wholesale laws for businesses! General public are not allowed to buy wholesale because they don't own a business! Business owners (all around the world) are able to provide their employees memberships, as long as that Countries laws allow it. Nothing to do with Costco. Many countries allow the general public to buy wholesale. The tax is applied POS whereas "Businesses " claim the tax annually.

    • @falusitablet8747
      @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +9

      @carolyncalhoun7555 Costco does not put the restrictions. Country's who grant Costco a Business license restrict who they can sell to. Wholesale tax law restrictions are Not Costco laws. Costco just has to abide by them if they want to do business in that country.

  • @Dakotagirl823
    @Dakotagirl823 3 месяца назад +51

    One good thing about Friday is a new video from Hannah. I really enjoy your Costco videos💕

    • @agnieszkamichalak3360
      @agnieszkamichalak3360 3 месяца назад +1

      That's exactly what I think!😀 I always wait for your videos Hannah. You make me feel more at home with each and every one of them - I live in Poland but I was born in London and I miss it every day 😊

    • @HannahRicketts
      @HannahRicketts  3 месяца назад +2

      Glad you like them!

  • @aubnwa01
    @aubnwa01 2 месяца назад +4

    When I joined Costco in 1983 in the Seattle area of WA in the US, there was no membership fee, but you had to belong to a union, work for a public utility (I worked for the phone co.), belong to a credit union & I forget what else. When you paid for your purchases at the cashier, there was a 5% added amount you paid for the privilege of shopping there. I don't recall when they started charging a membership fee, but it's been awhile ago.

  • @TheRealSasquatch
    @TheRealSasquatch 3 месяца назад +40

    Costco croissant are incredible and much cheaper than pretty much anywhere else. Oddly for a US based company they don't sell US sized clothing or shoes for people my size 🙂
    p.s. Costco is a wholesaler and has to comply with the wholesale laws in the UK which restrict the amount of goods that can be sold to the "general public" but also influences how planning laws apply to their store locations. Frustrating for some, but beneficial to others.

  • @beverlyrichards9845
    @beverlyrichards9845 3 месяца назад +25

    As an American I can say, we go over the top in most things especially holidays..I love Fall that means Halloween and then Thanksgiving..getting house ready ….loved your video Hannah.

  • @jennfitz0189
    @jennfitz0189 3 месяца назад +53

    Funny story, the chickens during dinner rush are very popular and theres usually a line of people waiting for them to be put out of the roaster. This poor young man was on his first day on the job and got all the chickens stuck on the rotisserie stick. Needless to say he was so embarassed. Everyone was fairly kind waiting for the chickens to be unstuck and put under the warming lamps. We've all been there on a first job and told him it was going to be ok. 😂

  • @newfoundland3238
    @newfoundland3238 3 месяца назад +11

    In New England Region of America they go crazy for fall!I live in Connecticut; Pumpkin Spice everything,apple cider,apple fritters,apple cider donuts,pumpkins,the fall leaves change beautiful colors,cider mills,candy apples!Americans tend to do holidays over the top,in an election year a tired nation needs some holiday cheer!Happy Holidays everyone!Booo!

  • @susanm9824
    @susanm9824 3 месяца назад +10

    Our Costcos in the New York metro area have totally skipped Halloween and are on to Christmas, even though Halloween decorations are as popular as Christmas anymore. Very interesting seeing the differences between our Costcos. I’m shocked that not everyone can be a member, though. Love your videos!!❤

    • @FMAStudent
      @FMAStudent 3 месяца назад

      Skipped Halloween? Not in So.Cal

    • @kyleanuar9090
      @kyleanuar9090 3 месяца назад +3

      Halloween decorations have surpasses Christmas decorations in sale for over a decade according to some business analyst on TV

  • @acelab5390
    @acelab5390 3 месяца назад +10

    I can’t believe how quiet and calm this Costco is!! 😳😳😳 Over in Montreal, Canada, Costcos (yes, we have quite a few) are crazy busy!! All of them!!! I have to go early morning to do my groceries in order to avoid the chaos!

    • @mellier7762
      @mellier7762 3 месяца назад +3

      Probably because over here not everyone can get a membership! I can't, my husband can't either.

    • @acelab5390
      @acelab5390 3 месяца назад +3

      @@mellier7762 Yes, you are absolutely right! That makes sense! What a weird concept to restrict access to a membership!!! But then I read that in order for Costco to do business in the UK, they have to abide by the rules required of a wholesale club, including limiting memberships to certain trades and professions. Very strange!

    • @HannahRicketts
      @HannahRicketts  3 месяца назад +4

      This was at opening!

  • @Jcarolinajr
    @Jcarolinajr 3 месяца назад +6

    bathrobe, also known as a housecoat or a dressing gown, is a loose-fitting outer garment (a robe) worn by people, often after washing the body or around a pool.

  • @StephanieArtsIs
    @StephanieArtsIs 3 месяца назад +87

    Dressing gown = Robe. Your videos are not rubbish. You are charming, and I enjoy watching your videos.😊

    • @everybodylovesducksauce7158
      @everybodylovesducksauce7158 3 месяца назад +5

      or house coat!

    • @maxineb9598
      @maxineb9598 2 месяца назад +1

      ​@@everybodylovesducksauce7158house coat. Gosh thats not something heard for years. Think early days of Coro St.

    • @everybodylovesducksauce7158
      @everybodylovesducksauce7158 2 месяца назад +1

      @@maxineb9598 honestly, that's what we called it's growing up in Canada. eep. 😬

    • @mj9291b
      @mj9291b 2 месяца назад

      I’m in Wisconsin, USA. We call them robes, and not housecoats. At least that’s what people call it that I know.

    • @rosylove389
      @rosylove389 Месяц назад

      Oh it's a robe lol 😃

  • @sbelcher4651
    @sbelcher4651 3 месяца назад +13

    If their schedule is like US retail Halloween goods have been and gone and they’re on to Christmas. Ads were running for fall decor back in July! 🤦‍♀️. And fun video as always - I love the mix of subjects!

  • @darthsaber3815
    @darthsaber3815 3 месяца назад +8

    Thank you Hannah for vlogging your experiences with us - Prime Viewing Entertainment!

  • @greganixter7352
    @greganixter7352 3 месяца назад +1

    Hannah - truly enjoy all your videos. You put a smile on my face just listening to you chatter on. You seem like such a sweet person, and enjoy seeing you and your Sister and nieces as well!

  • @5MillCity
    @5MillCity 3 месяца назад +4

    Hannah, I’m a day late in commenting, but you are one of those people who other people (us) are always happy to see. I don’t care if you are explaining how you ran over a nail and got a flat tire, I’m gonna watch. 🎉

  • @larrytoy4235
    @larrytoy4235 3 месяца назад +2

    When Costco (actually Price Club which preceded Costco) began, you had to be a small company or a government employee. I was a college professor at a public college, so I qualified. This was about 40 years ago. Now anyone can join. So in the UK they may be doing the same thing, and will expand their memberships with time and more experience.

  • @ericgee198
    @ericgee198 3 месяца назад +64

    We in the US take halloween/autumn VERY seriously; "Spirit Halloween" shops overtake every piece of empty commercial real estate after July, the kick off of college football and sweater weather parties, and of course pumpkin spiced everything.

    • @falusitablet8747
      @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +3

      @@ericgee198 Spirit Halloween is the same in Canada

    • @loredanadincu4300
      @loredanadincu4300 3 месяца назад

      You take it seriously my ass. You are used to over consumerism. Buy all kind of crapp without thinking, just because you saw it at someone else or on TikTok or whatever. A bunch of crap

    • @marydavis5234
      @marydavis5234 2 месяца назад +2

      Spirit Halloween in my area of Vermont, just opened last week.

  • @Jan-kf3qk
    @Jan-kf3qk 3 месяца назад +3

    Hello Hannah, I'm from up north, we say, dressing gown or house coat, a robe or bath robe is made of terry toweling so you wear it straight out the bath or shower to keep warm and dry yourself off.

  • @Julianne955
    @Julianne955 3 месяца назад +6

    Yes, a member in the US. Your lovely jacket and nails gave more Autumn vibes, lol. Do you ever wonder how good those Christmas candies are at Christmas time having sat out for months? I think not! Always fun to spend time with you Hannah, always enjoyable. Have a lovely week!

  • @heatherearl100
    @heatherearl100 2 месяца назад +3

    Canadian Costco member here. I only go to get household goods. Fall items are everywhere at other stores. I call it a house coat or robe. Hope it is your choice to move and that you get settled soon. Hugs from Toronto... Love your vlogs.

  • @larryprice5658
    @larryprice5658 2 месяца назад +3

    Christmas shopping comes early in the UK for the same reason as the US, money!
    Halloween merchandise (all over the UK, not just Costco) totaled over £777 million last year. For Christmas merchandise last year the total was over £2.7 billion.

  • @llo6940
    @llo6940 3 месяца назад +2

    I live in the US, Costco is my favorite store! I watched a documentary about Costco and how they choose all the products they sell. It’s a pretty intense process with the testing they put these product through which is why Costco is so popular in the US and their products are high quality. Even the toilet paper is put through rigorous testing. Also, the Kirkland brand is Costcos brand and they get to put their label on popular brands for example; Kirkland cola can have cokes label on it that’s why it taste the same and it’s also always cheaper. It’s a win-win -for the coke company.

  • @saydvoncripps
    @saydvoncripps 3 месяца назад +3

    My son is in the film industry, he has a Costco card. My grandson is an apprentice mechanic, he has a Costco card. It's really easy to get round. Plus, if you know someone who is a member you can go on their membership.

  • @roygarewal6857
    @roygarewal6857 3 месяца назад +12

    Socktopia Hannah, correlate with you on that matter. A little homesick watching as I left Wembley when I was 8 back in ‘78 to the Netherlands. Miss England, love hearing you talk in a pure English accent. You Rock!

  • @acarli1
    @acarli1 3 месяца назад +8

    Not a member. Single lady here and don't really buy things in bulk. :) Love your videos Hannah! 😎💜

  • @isabellind1292
    @isabellind1292 2 месяца назад

    Thank you, Hannah Ricketts. You're a breath of fresh air. I really enjoy seeing the sights of London. Thank you for taking viewers along w/you. ⭐🌺⭐

  • @rogertemple7193
    @rogertemple7193 3 месяца назад +20

    This is another awesome video with you shopping and listening to your reactions about Costco, you always brighten up my Friday's and I hope
    you have a very Beautiful weekend Thank You Lady Hannah.🕊🇬🇧

  • @lulubell2222
    @lulubell2222 16 дней назад

    Just wanna say thank you for the pleasant and fun way that you communicate and do it also with sincerity and honesty. It’s fun to watch and it’s fun to be with you as you go through your various encounters. Thank you for being you sincerely peter

  • @Geemeel1
    @Geemeel1 3 месяца назад +3

    "??? I LOVED every bit of this glorious chaos!! You have no idea how much we practise our English thanks to your unique pronunciation! We even pick a 'word of the week here, from every video-last week was : 'pedestrianized' (still recovering from that one... 😱). This week's challenge? 'Autumnal'... I think my brain just did a cartwheel. 🤓 Sending all the love to you, Hannah! 💖"

  • @JuanDurandt
    @JuanDurandt 3 месяца назад +1

    TBH, I signed up with Costco just for the petrol. I consume a tank full per week commuting and just getting from point A to B in general and the savings per fill-up is about £6-ish when you compare the difference in their fuel price versus everyone else. This saving in fuel pays off my 75 quid membership in just over three months. The savings does not end here. Now we get to products in the store itself and in general the majority of stuff works out a lot cheaper compared to all the supermarkets by whatever metrics you want to compare; volume, weight or units per monetary unit. Only catch is it is in bulk compared to supermarkets, but that's no big deal. Example I bought my 4.5 litre Ariel laundry detergent, touted as good for 130 wash loads, well over a year ago and its still not empty and I use more than the recommended amount of liquid needed per wash.

  • @Automedon2
    @Automedon2 3 месяца назад +10

    I started buying from Costco 30 years ago when I was a street vendor. At that time Costco was for resellers and restaurant buyers. It's cheaper than regular stores, but nowhere near the wholesale prices they used to be. I Used to buy a case of 24 Coca Colas for $2.99. As a wholesaler it made sense to sell only to businesses, but I don't see how an attorney or accountant needs to buy cheap roast chicken.

  • @traceyaldridge527
    @traceyaldridge527 3 месяца назад +2

    In Australia you only need to be over 18 to join Costco. Two personal membership levels - $130 for Premium and $65 for Gold. It’s definitely dressing gown here too. A short summery one might be called a brunch coat but not common anymore.

  • @gloriagibney3085
    @gloriagibney3085 3 месяца назад +3

    Hannah, hanging with you is never a fail , always 😊 Thankyou

  • @GailDuffenais
    @GailDuffenais 3 месяца назад +1

    I always enjoy your channel, Hannah 😊 No matter where you are, it will be fun and interesting. Your honesty is always welcome about the places you take us to see❤

  • @darlene9154
    @darlene9154 3 месяца назад +28

    When Costco first came to Canada, they used to have those same rules to join too but, now anybody can join. I’m sure it will change in the UK too.

    • @vkdrk
      @vkdrk 2 месяца назад +5

      They opened their first UK store 30 years ago. I don't think their rules are going to change anytime soon lôl

    • @isabellind1292
      @isabellind1292 2 месяца назад

      @@vkdrk You don't know how crestfallen I feel to see HOVIS bread on the shelves in the UK, the most delicious bread on the planet and one of the UK's greatest contributions to the world, lol!
      We used to be able to find it in all our major grocery chain stores and it makes no sense that it's no longer available in Canadian stores for many years. It'd be like the UK not being able to purchase maple syrup! It makes no sense...it's not as if the ingredients to make the bread aren't available in this country! 🍞🍁😢If you haven't tried HOVIS bread, people, you haven't lived, lol!

    • @dannyseville2543
      @dannyseville2543 2 месяца назад

      ​@isabellind1292 sorry but a good warbies beats hovis. Not that hovis is bad because it isn't, just warbies is that good 😂

    • @isabellind1292
      @isabellind1292 2 месяца назад

      @@dannyseville2543 "Warbies?" Is that a type of bread or a brand?

  • @dmidge601
    @dmidge601 3 месяца назад +4

    None of your vlogs are a ‘fail’. Love ‘em! 😊

  • @TheColorofLight
    @TheColorofLight 3 месяца назад +6

    Hannah, you're a crack up. Love watching you. Feel free to come here to Los Angeles and review our Costco. No you don't have to be Lawyer to shop at Costco. I've had the pleasure of visiting London several times especially during the holidays. London does the holidays better than we do.

  • @nancymccormick7567
    @nancymccormick7567 3 месяца назад +2

    None of your videos are ever a fail! Enjoy your content very much!!

  • @falusitablet8747
    @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +9

    21 yr employee. Initially Costco was always just for the business community. The bulk was for retail stores to come and stock their stores. They were able to buy their stock months before the actual season so reg shoppers could buy at the actual season time. Britain may eventually allow the general public to become members just like here in Canada, and elsewhere. Even when the public were permitted, only the business card holders shopped for the first 45 minutes. Now it's a free for all chaos 😂 Right now, we have Halloween and Christmas in the stores. Pumpkin pie will be available around Thanksgiving time, October 2nd week. Costco will only carry proven sellers throughout the chain. It depends on your demographic, Halloween may not have proven its value in Britain yet. Your food items are definitely regional. You carry lots of foods we don't have in North America and vice-versa. Also, Canada cannot sell alcohol within the warehouse, Its a separate entity due to licensing laws. Happy shopping..

    • @nancyneyedly4587
      @nancyneyedly4587 3 месяца назад +1

      Yes, I commented above that us "old school" Costco members remember a time when you could only get a membership if your place of work had a membership program. Like you said, it is open to everyone (chaos) and maybe the brits will go that way eventually too.

    • @crazyfroggie6546
      @crazyfroggie6546 3 месяца назад +1

      Even at cash and carry you have to be a business to be able to shop there

    • @sharonsmith583
      @sharonsmith583 3 месяца назад +1

      @falusitablet8747 our Costcos here in GA can only sell wine and beer in the main store. The liquor is sold in a completely separate area and not at every Costco.

    • @falusitablet8747
      @falusitablet8747 3 месяца назад +1

      @sharonsmith583 it's interesting each Country and region have different laws, this is why the general public get confused, they assume Costco makes the rules, then make very strong opinions about the company in a negative manner. Costco welcomes all. We hope some laws will eventually change enough to allow everyone to come shop. Happy shopping!

  • @kenandbarbie-b6c
    @kenandbarbie-b6c 2 месяца назад +1

    Fascinating to see Costco from a UK point of view. When I visited London for a month, I never made it to Costco. Tesco, Sainsburys & Poundland was more convenient. One thing I found interesting was that energy drinks like Red Bull are regulated (ID required) like liqueur is regulated in the US. There are differences between the two countries.

  • @beezig
    @beezig 3 месяца назад +4

    We are knee-deep in autumn in our house, all the autumnal Dec's are out, pumpkin cushions on the sofa, pumpkin candles lit, we are definitely celebrating this season

    • @captainawesome5560
      @captainawesome5560 3 месяца назад +1

      September first is the official launch form me! Love it!

  • @MaxPower-11
    @MaxPower-11 3 месяца назад +2

    Many years ago (up until the late 80s/early 90s) some warehouse clubs in the USA such as Price Club (which merged with Costco) and Sam’s Club also used to restrict who could be a member. Those days are long gone in the USA though and nowadays anyone can join.

  • @annekenter2885
    @annekenter2885 3 месяца назад +5

    I enjoy your channel so much! Well done! It is interesting to see what items are in the UK since I am in the US. Some are the same, some is not, but that is true at every Costco store.. As for early displays of various holiday items....they are ordered 9-12 months ahead and shipped to retail around 4 months ahead. I have worked in retail - a ladies boutique actually. But it is the same for any retailer that handles seasonal items. It is a storage problem for retailers so everything is displayed early since wholesalers insist on early . I don't like it and everyone I know complains about the seasons being pushed so far ahead. As for the wacky giant Halloween items, that is a matter of taste. There are certainly many who are crazy for Halloween, decorating in over the top manner. But, there is an equal if not more number of people who don't go extreme. Halloween items here were rolled out in AUGUST!! I know. Ridiculous. Commercial "scary" venues for large number of people have grown in popularity over the last ten years. Anyway, I'm looking forward to viewing more interest vlogs from you. Loved the Cotswolds! And Harrods! And all the other vlogs you have done.

  • @CHIILTS
    @CHIILTS 2 месяца назад +1

    Anyone reading i'd highly recommend the double sided wrapping paper, it seems a lot face value but it's a huge roll and cuts great, no cheap supermarket toff

  • @bbqbb4131
    @bbqbb4131 3 месяца назад +28

    A beautiful woman with a beautiful accent throwing out a, "Fall Y'all," made this Texan smile.

    • @ExoticDoll-ct3ud
      @ExoticDoll-ct3ud 3 месяца назад +2

      Marry her!

    • @bbqbb4131
      @bbqbb4131 3 месяца назад +1

      @@ExoticDoll-ct3ud Friend I need you to tell her, because I'm for it!

    • @ExoticDoll-ct3ud
      @ExoticDoll-ct3ud 3 месяца назад

      @@bbqbb4131WILL YOU MARRY HIM?

  • @dianeperone6055
    @dianeperone6055 3 месяца назад +1

    "Coconut Wafer Thins: is this something anyone ever asked for?" 🤣 Thanks for the videos and for this giggle.

  • @wearethenewmalearmy1399
    @wearethenewmalearmy1399 3 месяца назад +23

    bathrobe: terry cloth... dressing gown... flowy fabric

    • @gailjackson6682
      @gailjackson6682 3 месяца назад +3

      Also known as housecoats.

    • @JumpingHam
      @JumpingHam 3 месяца назад

      @@gailjackson6682 wow. had not thought of those in awhile. my gram had one of those. 🤩😍

    • @williamdfr1715
      @williamdfr1715 3 месяца назад

      agree with you, they aren't the same. You slip on a bathrobe after a shower to keep warm, you put on a dressing gown over your pyjamas or nightdress when you're ready for bed or when you get out of bed in the morning

  • @kimberlymelvin2571
    @kimberlymelvin2571 2 месяца назад

    This is my very first time watching your channel. I believe my algorithm sent your video to me since I subscribe to Costco vloggers. I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed your video! I like the walk through because you gave me a glimpse into a store I may never go into but you made it fun. Thanks!

  • @joanneentwistle7653
    @joanneentwistle7653 3 месяца назад +58

    That is shocking that they have regulations about who can get a Costco card. I live in Windsor Canada; and being across from Detroit, our main source of income is from the automotive industry. Yet, Costco is keeping in business because of these factory workers for close to 30 years! I am not a member, because it is just the two of us and where would we put those giant cans of food, but my goodness, the class system is alive and well in Britain!

    • @ExoticDoll-ct3ud
      @ExoticDoll-ct3ud 3 месяца назад +7

      It's not Britain, it's just Costco is an Yank company.

    • @estellechapinker8388
      @estellechapinker8388 3 месяца назад +9

      @@ExoticDoll-ct3udin Canada and the US anyone can purchase a membership. This is a British thing.

    • @graciellastokes7979
      @graciellastokes7979 3 месяца назад +6

      I am also from Windsor, ON and when Costco first arrived early 90’s only certain professions were eligible for membership- not sure when they did away with it. We have HST like your VAT wish they’d show our price with tax- hate the surprise at the till!😉

    • @ExoticDoll-ct3ud
      @ExoticDoll-ct3ud 3 месяца назад +1

      @@estellechapinker8388 I repeat the company is American. We don;t have memberships here at all. Walk in and walk out.

    • @Automedon2
      @Automedon2 3 месяца назад +3

      It's a misconception that everything is packaged in giant containers. It's mostly the retail size but packaged several containers per. The coffee is in 3 lb containers, but Kirkland coffee is really good, and it's way cheaper than buying the small cans. Big bags of dried fruit are very welcome in my house too. You should check it out.

  •  2 месяца назад +1

    Your washing machine drum might be eating your socks, they get stuck between the barrel and the rest of the build. Sometimes small items can reappear because they emerge back out after a couple of washes. It's wild.

  • @Scoundrel1144
    @Scoundrel1144 2 месяца назад +1

    Halloween has become one of my favorite holidays. And I'm old. Seeing Halloween food, merchandise and colors in the stores makes me giddy.

  • @rileylucas1517
    @rileylucas1517 3 месяца назад +6

    You’re not alone! the pricing method is definitely misleading. The price to be paid at the counter should be in the larger font! you have to pay the higher amount regardless. It’s not like you can go to the counter and have the option to pay the lesser amount. This is 1000000% misleading IMO

  • @annaburch3200
    @annaburch3200 2 месяца назад +1

    I call a "dressing gown" a "house coat" or a "robe/bath robe" (PNW USA). I love Costco. I used to work for Costco Travel at HQ in Issaquah, Washington. Best company I ever worked for. I love seeing the different baked goods you get in the UK vs. our local stores. My favorite was the Costco near Aulani in Hawaii. They had the BEST STUFF!!!! Awesome place to get good food souvenirs to bring home - in a BIG suitcase. LOL!!

  • @alexisl4158
    @alexisl4158 3 месяца назад +3

    The months of "ber" ❤ my favorite! Fun to see UK Costco since I have shopped often at ones in Colorado, US 😂😊

  • @deelirious
    @deelirious 3 месяца назад +2

    The biscuits with an "oldie" box are a traditional Catalan brand. I know we live in a pretty global world, but it felt strange, from Barcelona sent them in an American shop in London.

  • @JefferyWirtanen
    @JefferyWirtanen 3 месяца назад +3

    Hanna you did a wonderful job of making a boring store interesting 😊always enjoy your vlogs❤

    • @JefferyWirtanen
      @JefferyWirtanen 3 месяца назад

      Thanks Hanna I’ve been following for a while now and you bring comfort to me since last year I lost my girlfriend to cancer you’ve help me to get byGod bless you❤️🙏

  • @michaelorourke5848
    @michaelorourke5848 3 месяца назад +1

    Love your sense of humour Hannah, these videos are so enjoyable, Thank you!

  • @sharondavis2512
    @sharondavis2512 3 месяца назад +21

    I was at Costco here in Texas last week. It had plenty of Halloween decor and candy on display, as well as Christmas!
    Autumn is my favorite time of the year because it means cooler weather will be coming to Texas!

    • @captainawesome5560
      @captainawesome5560 3 месяца назад +2

      I love autumn for the same reason! 100 degrees here in East Texas today!

  • @glavegas0010
    @glavegas0010 3 месяца назад +2

    Costco in the UK is how Costco used to be here in the states years ago concerning membership. It used to be heavily focused on selling to businesses only and not the local consumer. It looks like Costco UK must do at least 70% of their business to businesses. Also, Halloween went on sale here in late July/early August. You noticed that in early September Christmas was already out in abundance.

  • @RICHIELUXURY
    @RICHIELUXURY 3 месяца назад +4

    Always a pleasure to see you. 🌹

  • @ValerieWilliams-d4y
    @ValerieWilliams-d4y 2 месяца назад

    Another fantastic video. You can do no wrong ❤ you always look so pretty and you are amazing at putting videos together. The music is so perfect for each section of your videos. I absolutely love you Hannah ❣️ Keep up the good work 😊

  • @cpoll924
    @cpoll924 3 месяца назад +3

    A "dressing gown" here in the States is called a "bath robe." The Donna Karan robes were a great value there. Our pricing is definitely straight forward. I don't understand the "inc. VAT" pricing I love your channel. I think you and your sis with nieces in tow are my favorite ( high tea at the holidays, priceless). Much admiration to you and yours, Chris Pollock.

  • @cltransler
    @cltransler 2 месяца назад

    US resident here--and huge Costco fan--it used to be that only businesses could buy from Costco, so my friends and I borrowed our company's business license and got memberships!
    Currently, my local Costco in California has lots of Halloween products on display (pumpkin spice EVERYTHING), but Christmas decorations have started making an appearance.
    For the food court: I hope you get the Chocolate Chip Cookies soon--they are beyond amazing. Thick and HUGE. I highly recommend them!
    Thanks for the interesting video--I'm always curious to see such an iconic American brand in other countries... I didn't expect the branding to be exactly the same. Then again, that's what keeps Costco prices low.

  • @tinacarrol6702
    @tinacarrol6702 3 месяца назад +5

    Hannah It's Dressing gown in The North. Love Your Colour Of Nails, Having Mine Done Tomorrow Same Colour. Great Vlog. Have a lovely Weekend. Xx 😘

    • @annwatson6733
      @annwatson6733 3 месяца назад +2

      Yes - it’s a dressing gown in the North. You’d get a funny look if you called it a robe.

  • @kelliewilson8221
    @kelliewilson8221 3 месяца назад +2

    We did have a costco membership but we stopped using it. It was handy during covid with all of the items in bulk. Some shops in Australia go all out with Halloween like Kmart and Big W. I don't follow Halloween much personally. I've bought a few items of clothing from costco a nice winter jacket and tops. We liked getting the chicken fillets in bulk and the salads and the boxes of soft drink. And we call our dressing gowns as well (got summer and winter). Cant believe we are nearing the end of September. Where has the year gone again?. Hope you have a fantastic weekend and great week. Catch you next Saturday morning ❤❤❤

  • @helentorgesen6937
    @helentorgesen6937 3 месяца назад +17

    I’m from York originally. We call it a dressing gown. In the U.S they call them bath robes I think

    • @jdscott8710
      @jdscott8710 3 месяца назад +1

      house coats in Canada!

    • @estellechapinker8388
      @estellechapinker8388 3 месяца назад

      @@helentorgesen6937 a bath robe is terry cloth in the US. The US and Canada use “house coat” for “dressing gown”

    • @Andrea_Esq.
      @Andrea_Esq. 3 месяца назад

      You're correct, we do call them robes.

    • @jackiegabriel5926
      @jackiegabriel5926 3 месяца назад

      I'm in the US & most of us say robe no matter what material it is. ​@@estellechapinker8388

    • @GH-jh7dz
      @GH-jh7dz 3 месяца назад

      @@jdscott8710 yes! I was going to say the same thing

  • @connierichards3736
    @connierichards3736 3 месяца назад

    Thank you so much Hannah! I’m in the US and it was so fun to see your vlog! I absolutely love all of your videos! Nothing is ever rubbish!! Much Love ❣️❤️🥰

  • @moodymint
    @moodymint 3 месяца назад +6

    Hi Hannah, great video as always! I'm in America and they put the Halloween stuff out in July, then it's all gone by early October, very annoying.

  • @Feefifum
    @Feefifum 3 месяца назад +1

    Nice video Hannah. Im Scottish and I call it a dressing gown and I cant think of anyone that calls it different. My partner was a member of Costco in Glasgow and there was 3 of us in our family, we went frequently and I can say that our main purchases were toilet paper, small bottles of water and Coke Zero! In fact that huge packet of toilet paper saved us during the early stages of covid. I know youre talking about Halloween but I cant think that there was a large selection of related products, it was more Christmas orientated. Kirkland washing powder is amazing and lasts for ages.

  • @debrogan9513
    @debrogan9513 3 месяца назад +4

    A robe, pronounced rowb, is what a wrap is called in the States. Love your videos! And your colloquialisms.

  • @dannyseville2543
    @dannyseville2543 2 месяца назад

    Ive been watching your videos for a while now and when i saw this pop up, i have to admit i did wonder how costco could be interesting but you managed it. Its the cheeky enthusiasm with the occasional 'ooh squirrel' moment haha.
    Dressing gown is dressing gown. Costco is often cheaper on most stuff but sometimes a supermarket deal can be better.

  • @maggieclendenin6740
    @maggieclendenin6740 3 месяца назад +5

    Hi Hannah Costco is one of my favorite shopping experiences. Anyway 32 days and I'll be flying into Heathrow!!! Yay....

  • @alanOldfield
    @alanOldfield 2 месяца назад

    I’m off work today ,and I’ve watched 4 videos already ,your so good at this Hannah subscribed

  • @gram40
    @gram40 3 месяца назад +10

    I'm in the North east of England, a dressing gown is just a dressing gown. House coat sounds very posh, and something like bath robe very american.

    • @JennaFowler1
      @JennaFowler1 3 месяца назад +1

      I remember housecoats in the 60s and 70s. They were quilted and buttoned up whereas dressing gowns are usually tied up with a belt and are not quilted.

    • @AutoReport1
      @AutoReport1 2 месяца назад

      A housecoat is like a lab coat for doing the housework in or answer the door. You don't put on your dressing down to do the washing up, and you don't wear an overcoat inside.

  • @oxanavalyushok3799
    @oxanavalyushok3799 3 месяца назад +1

    Your videos are always fun to watch 🥰 would be nice to see you vlog from a London IKEA - yes, they are available in most countries but they sometimes have local products too, plus it would be so much fun to see your comments on IKEA products 🙏💕

  • @neilleggat4422
    @neilleggat4422 3 месяца назад +4

    We call it a “house coat” Hannah.....love your channel ....xxx

  • @Amira-cc3id
    @Amira-cc3id 3 месяца назад +2

    I really don’t understand why Costco is so restrictive when it comes to membership cards in UK. In Canada , we have different categories of membership card but everybody can have a membership card no matter the profession…. Love your videos ❤

  • @PaulJames-uz5yl
    @PaulJames-uz5yl 3 месяца назад +4

    🙂
    in Leicester (up north about 99 miles from London)....its a 'dressing gown' 🙂 happy Friday Hannah 🙂

    • @RJA
      @RJA 3 месяца назад +1

      My family are from Sunderland and they've never said anything other than dressing gown

    • @NannieG-y6v
      @NannieG-y6v 3 месяца назад

      Down in Sth London we call it a ‘dressing gown’ too 😂

  • @JumpingHam
    @JumpingHam 3 месяца назад

    Thank You for taking the time to make us smile and laugh! 💛 Happy Fall! 🎃

  • @JayFarmBoy
    @JayFarmBoy 3 месяца назад +8

    Hi Hannah and everyone here 🎉

  • @FalafelSam
    @FalafelSam 3 месяца назад +1

    Autumn is classically my favourite time of year but it look like Costco is still getting themselves ready for the season. I would think that places like Target or Homesense would have the fall home trimmings that you're looking for. That new jacket of yours is quite nice and hope it's warm!

  • @stephaniesharkey3538
    @stephaniesharkey3538 3 месяца назад +4

    I hope we get to see your new place!

  • @melisia8876
    @melisia8876 3 месяца назад +1

    Your videos are a refreshing escape from the daily 'this and that' we read and see. Dressing gowns in the US are referred to as 'bath robes or robe' (so interesting to see/hear what various things are called in all the different parts of the world). Here in the US fall/Halloween and now even Christmas is EVERYWHERE - to the point that it kind of ruins it (for me anyway). Every year it seems as thought the items get put on the shelf earlier and earlier. Hope you find what you are looking for.... Did I hear you say you are moving? How fun!!!

  • @angelahandy4119
    @angelahandy4119 3 месяца назад +3

    Hi hannah ❤love your nails,great shop😊i call it a dressing gown up here in Scotland