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Ooo some heavy hitters here. I think we would have very little issues with living in Philly, but the choice has to be LA. It is top 3 in the US for us, while Philly is probably somewhere in the 6-10 range. I think Philly offers a better overall urban experience and the proximity to NYC and DC is a huge plus for us, but the weather and Asian food in LA are the winning factors. Plus family and friends in LA vs being nearby in NYC and DC for Philly. But Philly would win vs all but approx. 10 other cities in the US.
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Ooo some heavy hitters here. I think we would have very little issues with living in Philly, but the choice has to be LA. It is top 3 in the US for us, while Philly is probably somewhere in the 6-10 range. I think Philly offers a better overall urban experience and the proximity to NYC and DC is a huge plus for us, but the weather and Asian food in LA are the winning factors. Plus family and friends in LA vs being nearby in NYC and DC for Philly. But Philly would win vs all but approx. 10 other cities in the US.
NYC vs SF (the other two cities in our top 3)
San Francisco, still dense and crowded, but way more elbow room and better scenery than NYC.
San Francisco, still dense and crowded, but way more elbow room and better scenery than NYC.
Seattle, WA or Phoenix, AZ?
Seattle. Green like my hometown, winters milder than its latitude would lead you to believe thanks to the Japan Current, not blazing hot in the summer, and when the sun's out (five days a year, I hear), absolutely gorgeous. It doesn't look too shabby in gray skies either, and I know I would have to get used to them. Great dining scene too, something I've never heard anyone say about Phoenix.
Seattle. Green like my hometown, winters milder than its latitude would lead you to believe thanks to the Japan Current, not blazing hot in the summer, and when the sun's out (five days a year, I hear), absolutely gorgeous. It doesn't look too shabby in gray skies either, and I know I would have to get used to them. Great dining scene too, something I've never heard anyone say about Phoenix.
Indianapolis, Ind., or Columbus, Ohio?
Columbus, largely because it's in Ohio, and not Indiana. Columbus does have a fair bit of activity, and affordable housing, but I probably wouldn't live there, either.
Columbus, largely because it's in Ohio, and not Indiana. Columbus does have a fair bit of activity, and affordable housing, but I probably wouldn't live there, either.
Minneapolis/St. Paul or Sacramento?
I think I'd be happy in either but it would be an easier transition to Minneapolis. I've spent a third of my life in the Upper Midwest. Plus our kids play hockey.
Harrison/Kearny for its proximity to downtown Newark and NYC proper.
Staten Island, NY or Yonkers, NY?
Staten Island. I'd love to be able to commute to work by ferry for free, and the Staten Island Ferry ride is one of the most enjoyable in the country.
Montclair, N.J., or Mission Hills, Kan.?
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