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New York and Florida are both large states. Those two are arguably the two best known along the 95 corridor. Many people are flocking New York for Florida, and believe it or not, some people are moving back to New York from Florida. Both are very large states.
Florida is a very nice state. It has Disney World, Universal, Sea World, Aquatica in Orlando. Orlando is basically one big tourist trap, however. Miami is known for its rooftop parties and hardcore nightlife. Jacksonville and St Augustine are again very nice, but often get overlooked by Miami and Orlando. Florida also has its negatives. One example is the unbearable heat during the summer months. Floridas weather is basically warm season and very hot season. The heat also leads to the next two drawbacks, bugs and diseases. Lots of bugs swarm Florida. The diseases spread more in the tropical climate. Finally, my last big drawback in Florida is the lack of very good medical care and schools in Florida. Some schools and hospitals are good, but dont compare to the Northeast.
My choice is New York. The whole state of New York is beautiful. NYC is my favorite city in the world and not one of the large cities in Florida can offer the same amount of things NYC offers. Although I would never live in NYC. Another positive with New York is its natural things to do. The Adirondacks, Catskills, and Taconics are some of the best mountain ranges in the United States. That said, I still love the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Carolinas over New York mountains. One more positive with New York is also the mid-sized cities and small towns. Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse are often under looked because of New York City. And finally, the weather is much better in New York. The weather up here is less bland than in Florida. New York also has its negatives. The taxes, especially property taxes, are ridiculous compared to Florida. That said, the higher taxes bring better schools and healthcare.
My take, I will take New York any day over Florida. Although share your opinion on which state you prefer down below and vote in the poll
New York all the way. NYC and other good cities. Florida just isn't that great.
I have to disagree! There aren't other two states who love each other ( well maybe Jersey!) as Florida and New York!
We **** on the I-95 corridor going north until we get to Newark and see the Manhattan skyline!
I like Florida more simply because its my home state. I like football > basketball. Water activities > snow. Four interesting and diverse large cities.
When Buffalo and Rochester come back (they're pretty close) then this could potentially swing the other way despite my love for FL. NYC wins out with transit and walkability. Also with opportunity, diversity, arts and culture.
FL cities are improving on all of the above, and obviously have the better road infrastructure and maintenance, but we'll never catch up in those categories.
I have to disagree! There aren't other two states who love each other ( well maybe Jersey!) as Florida and New York!
We **** on the I-95 corridor going north until we get to Newark and see the Manhattan skyline!
Yes, while careening from lane to lane at 90 mph trying to cover your eyes so you don't have to look at the South between Daytona Beach and D.C.
That's why the majority of cars pulled over up and down the entire I-95 corridor tend to be from Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties.
New York is my home state, and I have never been to Florida so I could not state my feelings on Fl. I don't have a huge, yearning desire to visit. When I want to go to a warm state with nice beaches and pretty scenery I go to California and cannot imagine what Florida would have that CA would not. Anyway, getting off track here..I voted for NY.
With all this said, in the dead of winter I don't think I would pass down a trip to Florida if it was offered to me!!!
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