We were all jealous of Cameron Diaz’s and Kate Winslet’s characters in The Holiday when they swapped lives – and one woman is making it happen in real life by offering up her New York flat
As the cosy season approaches, many of us are eagerly anticipating snuggling up on the sofa with a hot beverage, engrossed in our favourite film. Especially around Christmas, The Holiday, featuring Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet, is a firm favourite. In this beloved movie, the two leading ladies swap homes, cars, and lives – a change that ultimately transforms them for the better.
Many have watched the film and fantasised about emulating Cameron’s character Amanda – trading their American residences for a quaint English cottage. However, one woman has taken this dream a step further, going viral after offering her New York City home in exchange for a London property.
Lohanny, who confesses she is “living life like a movie”, used TikTok over the weekend to broadcast her proposition. Lohanny stated: “I live in NYC! Does anyone in London want to switch places with me for 2-3 weeks? Must be pet friendly because my dog would join me.”
She continued: “Direct message me on Instagram. I’m thinking Sept to early Oct. No roommates – a one bed flat preferred. Send me videos of your space.”
She showcased her modern and spacious kitchen and living area, complete with a Juliet balcony, a bedroom boasting fantastic views, and a bathroom equipped with a bath.
Her video has garnered over two million views as people likened her plan to The Holiday. One viewer enthused: “This is the best idea I’ve ever seen in my life.”
Another chimed in: “Like the movie and then y’all fall in love with each other’s brothers.”
One movie enthusiast penned: “This is giving The Holiday and I’m here for it.” Another chimed in: “Bring me back when someone switches this could be a whole series.”
Another fan gushed: “Oh my favourite healing movie The Holiday – I hope you get a chance to swap and find all the love, even if it’s just falling in love with yourself.”
Many also offered to exchange homes in the comments. One person proposed: “Girl I am so down. How do you feel about a cutie flat in Notting Hill?”
Another declared: “I’m in London and have a one bed! Would be absolutely down for this!”.
Yet another said: “I live in Hampstead and I’m going to NYC anyway in September! I would love to stay longer.”
Meanwhile, another added: “I live in Notting Hill… this would be my dream.”
