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How to Get to Know Your New City

Joseph Coupal - Monday, January 09, 2012

You may be moving, and you are trying to decide if the new city and you will get along? Or perhaps you have moved to a new city, and now you are trying to figure out how to get to know it. Whether you are contemplating a move or have already made one, get to know the city and make your transition easier. Here are some tips for investigating cities.

Read about it
One of the simplest ways to get to know a city without visiting is to subscribe to local publications before you move . Many cities have homegrown magazines that highlight local happenings and give a sense of the community. If you are moving to a smaller town, look for a regional publication. Many of these are available online.

You could also subscribe to local newspapers and business journals and learn about the local politics or business. Also sign up for online newsletters. Look for specialty sites, such as blogs about cool restaurants, hip neighborhoods and the social scene.

Find Deals

Another way to discover what residents enjoy is to sign up for a discount service in the city. Groupon, LivingSocial and Scoutmob alert you to local deals that are valuable to residents. And, you can use these deals when you visit!

Visit

The best way to check out a city is to go there. If this is a local move or if you are moving across the country, If you are seriously considering relocating, spend more than a short vacation checking out the place. If possible, take a week and go hang out. Spend half day in each neighborhood that you are thinking about moving to. Walk around, eat at local restaurants and get a feel for the area. If you find a neighborhood you really like, visit it at  various times of day.
 
One you move, get involved

Once you move, get involved in local activities. Join a local club. Find clubs organized around books, wine, running, or whatever intrigues you. Become a member and pay attention to the types of events being hosted.
You might sign up to volunteer with groups who perform projects you are passionate about. Volunteering will help you network and make friends, which could lead to job opportunities or to finding folks to hang out with.
Have fun test-driving your new city! Pretty soon, you’ll be an expert.

Original article – Moving Today

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