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I'm still leaning towards Boston. There's just something about it that feels more "central", and it is. I never knew that you could get to the mountains and/or beach so quickly, and I would've figured the trips to NYC among other cities nearby would be a lot longer than they really are. Whereas in Seattle, your choices for large cities within a driving distance are pretty much Portland or Vancouver. I have a feeling I'd feel more "open" and free in Boston.
The main reason why I'm still considering Seattle is because I just love the vibe it gives off: laid-back and carefree. Not to mention its natural beauty.
It's about 4 hours to Mid-Town Manhattan from Downtown Boston.
The main difference between the East Coast and the West Coast is that the East Coast is one giant sandy beach and often the water is warm enough to swim in as far north as southern Maine. From Cape Cod south the water is 70 degrees and above in the summer.
Last week, I researched polls with at least 25,000 views on City vs. City. Boston and SF go toe-to-toe in one poll. It's crazy. Those are the two closest cities on this forum in terms of being dead even. SF and SEA and BOS and SEA are generally pretty contested as well.
It's about 4 hours to Mid-Town Manhattan from Downtown Boston.
The main difference between the East Coast and the West Coast is that the East Coast is one giant sandy beach and often the water is warm enough to swim in as far north as southern Maine. From Cape Cod south the water is 70 degrees and above in the summer.
True, these are big pluses for Boston. The proximity to Montreal is a big plus for me. You can use those beaches. As for the beauty of the snow-capped Olympics across Puget Sound, you can only look at them.
True, these are big pluses for Boston. The proximity to Montreal is a big plus for me. You can use those beaches. As for the beauty of the snow-capped Olympics across Puget Sound, you can only look at them.
You can hike in them (and get a view like the last photo here
No matter where I go, I'll always miss the Rockies. I'd rather try something a bit new though, so in this case, the beach > the mountains. It's kind of a bummer that I wouldn't be around any mountains living in Boston, but thankfully there are a few places to ski around the area and I'd be willing to take the trip to see something bigger.
You can hike in them (and get a view like the last photo here
How is that any different than visiting a beach?
Not big on hiking. Prefer going to the beach, any day. Going to the beach in LA was part and parcel of growing up. I've even stopped skiing. I remember I found it thrilling while in college, and couldn't wait for the winter break between semesters. Now, it's expensive and not worth it. That said, my favorite thing about the mountains now is seeing fall colors.
Who on earth said you can't swim in Seattle? If you find the sound too cold go on the eastern side of the city to Lake Washington. I lived 4 blocks from LW and use to swim in there all the time. The lake is over 25 miles in length and there are numerous beaches up and down the lake. I use to swim at Madison Park, Madrona and Mount Baker Beach the most. Also along Puget Sound particularly along Alki Beach you can skate, ride your bike, jog or walk for miles along the water or even *gasp* swim! This while watching the ferries and other boats go by. And it includes the Olympic Mountains in full view. Seasonally, killer whales come thru and every once in a while seals stop by.
Is the Sound too cold to swim in? Or too dirty? I know the Pacific up there definitely is... but since Puget Sound is so sheltered, does it heat up?
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