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View Poll Results: Better area to see all 4 seasons?
Pacific Northwest (Seattle, Portland) 2 6.06%
Midwest (Chicago, Minneapolis, Ann Arbor) 9 27.27%
New England (Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island) 16 48.48%
Appalachian Mid-Atlantic (Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina) 6 18.18%
Voters: 33. You may not vote on this poll

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Old 10-06-2011, 08:56 PM
 
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Hey everybody. My wife and I currently live in the Central San Joaquin valley of northern California. Overall life is pretty enjoyable here, but we're looking for a change of pace for a bit. I have been fortunate to have lived in several different places because of the Military, but my wife has only lived in this region. As both her parents are form Michigan, she has a strong desire to experience all four seasons, especially a definitive Autumn and a (somewhat) snowy winter. We are a young couple with no kids and like to be quite active. Because of the nature of her profession, my wife can take year long contracts all over the country.

Ideally we are looking for the following (in order of importance):

1. Four seasons (esp. Fall & Winter)... Lots of color change!

2. In a suburb (within 40 min drive/public transit) of a Med to Large City.

3. Decent Tax Rate & Personal freedom Laws (We're Libertarians)

4. Good nightlife (Bars, Comedy, Theatre) and fun outdoorsy stuff (kayak, snow ski, bike, ect.)

5. Manageable road conditions during/after bad storms

6. Within 2 hours of a Large Airport

7. Local Events & Festivals (ex: 4th of July Parade, Oktoberfest, Christmas Themed events)

8. Decent colleges (community or university)

I know that's a lot to ask for, but we're hoping to find a metropolitan area with at least some; especially #1. Thanks so much for any input you can provide!!!
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Old 10-06-2011, 09:44 PM
 
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Actually, Syracuse would pretty fit almost all of those. While property tax rates are high, housing prices are low. Hence, the higher rate. It is the center of a region with one of the highest rates of college students in the country(around 6th). Plenty of colors during the fall, with apple orchards and vineyards close by. There are cultural festivals of all kinds as well. There are about 4 or 5 ski centers within 40 minutes of Syracuse. So, you could ski when you literally feel like it. You can't beat the snow clearing skills here, as we are use to it. There is nightlife in Armory Square, Hanover Square, Little Italy on the Northside and Westcott Street near Syracuse University. Hancock International Airport is in the Northern suburbs and is a quick ride from Syracuse.

Personally, I think you would like suburban villages like Fayetteville, Manlius, Liverpool, Baldwinsville or North Syracuse. You might even like some of the Eastside neighborhoods close to Syracuse University or LeMoyne College.

Here's some good information: New York's Creative Core

Syracuse Apartment Rentals | Syracuse NY Apartment Finder

cnyrealtor.com | #1 in Syracuse real estate and homes for sale. Search over 6,000 listings.

CNYHomes - the Syracuse and Central New York Real Estate Source

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Old 10-06-2011, 10:18 PM
 
Location: The Lakes
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Hey everybody. My wife and I currently live in the Central San Joaquin valley of northern California. Overall life is pretty enjoyable here, but we're looking for a change of pace for a bit. I have been fortunate to have lived in several different places because of the Military, but my wife has only lived in this region. As both her parents are form Michigan, she has a strong desire to experience all four seasons, especially a definitive Autumn and a (somewhat) snowy winter. We are a young couple with no kids and like to be quite active. Because of the nature of her profession, my wife can take year long contracts all over the country.

Ideally we are looking for the following (in order of importance):

1. Four seasons (esp. Fall & Winter)... Lots of color change!

2. In a suburb (within 40 min drive/public transit) of a Med to Large City.

3. Decent Tax Rate & Personal freedom Laws (We're Libertarians)

4. Good nightlife (Bars, Comedy, Theatre) and fun outdoorsy stuff (kayak, snow ski, bike, ect.)

5. Manageable road conditions during/after bad storms

6. Within 2 hours of a Large Airport

7. Local Events & Festivals (ex: 4th of July Parade, Oktoberfest, Christmas Themed events)

8. Decent colleges (community or university)

I know that's a lot to ask for, but we're hoping to find a metropolitan area with at least some; especially #1. Thanks so much for any input you can provide!!!
So you want to move to Chicago, eh?
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Old 10-06-2011, 10:21 PM
 
Location: Virginia Highland, GA
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OH GOD, this again??? Terrible list. Trees in Atlanta are already changing.......
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Old 10-07-2011, 04:33 AM
 
Location: Chicago, IL SouthWest Suburbs
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I do not think many think of metro chicago as THE destination for fall foilage.
But we are really having a colorful fall and I enjoy every day in this beautiful weather and the leaves are just beautiful this year.

Personally I would love New Hampshire or someplace out East
Southern Illinois and Indiana , Ohio, Missouri are very beautiful for fall foilage.
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Old 10-07-2011, 06:37 AM
 
Location: New England
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Hey everybody. My wife and I currently live in the Central San Joaquin valley of northern California. Overall life is pretty enjoyable here, but we're looking for a change of pace for a bit. I have been fortunate to have lived in several different places because of the Military, but my wife has only lived in this region. As both her parents are form Michigan, she has a strong desire to experience all four seasons, especially a definitive Autumn and a (somewhat) snowy winter. We are a young couple with no kids and like to be quite active. Because of the nature of her profession, my wife can take year long contracts all over the country.

Ideally we are looking for the following (in order of importance):

1. Four seasons (esp. Fall & Winter)... Lots of color change!

2. In a suburb (within 40 min drive/public transit) of a Med to Large City.

3. Decent Tax Rate & Personal freedom Laws (We're Libertarians)

4. Good nightlife (Bars, Comedy, Theatre) and fun outdoorsy stuff (kayak, snow ski, bike, ect.)

5. Manageable road conditions during/after bad storms

6. Within 2 hours of a Large Airport

7. Local Events & Festivals (ex: 4th of July Parade, Oktoberfest, Christmas Themed events)

8. Decent colleges (community or university)

I know that's a lot to ask for, but we're hoping to find a metropolitan area with at least some; especially #1. Thanks so much for any input you can provide!!!
Seacoast of New Hampshire. Warmer than other parts, less snowfall, all the New England you can handle, Portsmouth is a great city with lots to do, Dover and Durham both small cities with lots of life, 45 minutes to Boston, probably the most liberty minded state in the nation, ocean, mountains, lakes...pretty much everything on your list. And of course you are a short drive to the breathtaking Maine coast (Think Pacific Northwest)

I live in CT, but have spent significant time all around New England and the Seacoast, is one of my favorite.

ETA some videos giving you an idea what Portsmouth is like.

Christmas in Downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire - YouTube

Pubs Of Portsmouth (Widescreen) - YouTube

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, April 20, 2010 - YouTube

That's pretty much the vibe of New England...very European in some respects, but distinctly colonial America.

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Old 10-07-2011, 07:06 AM
 
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^^^ I agree, New Hampshire covers all of your criteria including a "libertarian lifestyle".
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Old 10-07-2011, 07:42 AM
 
Location: Arvada, CO
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Spokane, WA/Coeur d'Alene, ID.

Probably not much fall color in the area though -- but everything else.
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Old 10-07-2011, 08:38 AM
 
Location: S.W.PA
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From a climate point of view all of your selections except maybe the Pacific N.W. give you what you need. In terms of a change, Appalachian is probably as far away from where you are right now. On the other hand, new England is very unique, and picturesque. Tough choice between those two.
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Old 10-07-2011, 08:57 AM
 
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Here are some pictures you might like: Fall Foliage pictures of a park in Syracuse

Fall foliage Photos & Pictures | syracuse.com

and some more information: NY Apple Country Pick an Apple

Greek Peak - Ski Resort, Indoor Waterpark, Spa, Adventure Center
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Toggenburg Mountain Winter Sports Center
Four Seasons Golf and Ski Center
Cazenovia Ski Club
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Official Travel and Tourism Information for Finger Lakes Wine Country
Home - Cayuga Wine Trail
Finger Lakes Regional Tourism Authority on Places to Stay, Where to Eat and Things to Do - Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance

Also, the 1000 Islands are within an hour and a half from Syracuse. Same with the Adirondacks.
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Official Boldt Castle Website – Alexandria Bay NY in the Heart of the 1000 Islands
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