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Atlanta is a city with a lot to offer. With a great restaurant scene and a variety of professional sports, Atlanta might be the place for you!

Neighborhoods: Visit these sites to learn more about neighborhoods in Atlanta
Street Advisor reviews on best neighborhoods in Atlanta: Street Advisor
Explore all the neighborhoods on the city page: Atlanta.net

Activities: Atlanta is full of outdoor and other must-see activities
See the top 50 by Atlanta.net
Tripadvisor’s rundown of things to do: Trip Advisor

Places to Eat: Atlanta has many restaurants with southern influence, but the city also offers a variety of cuisines.
Atlanta Magazine’s top 50: Atlanta Magazine.com
Check out urbanspoon’s listings of top-rated restaurants by price range and popularity: Urbanspoon

Cost of Living:
For information about cost of living in Atlanta, please visit Numbeo

Transportation:
For basic information about public transport in Atlanta visit: MARTA
An in depth look at transportation types in Atlanta: Viral Tourists
Travel from the airport and ground transportation

Major Industries:
Atlanta is one of ten U.S. cities classified as an “alpha-world city” by a 2010 study at Loughborough University and hubs major businesses such as The Coca-Cola Company, Home Depot, United Parcel Service, Delta Air Lines, AT&T Mobility, and Newell Rubbermaid. For more information about major industries visit Forbes.

Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation and is currently the 11^th largest city in the U.S. with about 900,000 residents. The culture in Austin is fun and spontaneous, with its unofficial local motto being “Keep Austin Weird”. Its growing population and business have drawn many young professionals to move to the city.

Neighborhoods: Austin has many neighborhoods that are “loosely defined”. One of the busiest neighborhoods is the Sixth Entertainment District, which is downtown and features numerous bars, music venues and restaurants.

• For more information, check out Trip Advisor’s List of Neighborhoods
• Here is also Airbnb’s guide to neighborhoods in Austin

Activities: Austin boasts a large variety of activities for the outdoorsman, with activities such as biking in Zilker Park to swimming in Barton Springs Pool. Austin is a great city for exploring and staying active.

• Check out S. News Best Things to Do in Austin for more information
• Buzzfeed has a list of 33 Things Everyone Should Do In Austin, Texas, Before They Die

Places to Eat: Austin is known for its wide variety of multi-cultural cuisines including Mexican dishes, Asian dishes, Italian dishes and, of course, American BBQ.

• Yelp is an excellent resource for viewing the city’s top user-rated restaurants
• Check out Zomato’s listings of restaurants by price range and popularity

Cost of Living: Compared to big cities such as New York and San Francisco, Austin has approximately a 30% lower cost of living.

• Check out Numbeo’s detailed breakdown of the cost of living in Austin

Transportation: Austin has various modes of public transportation including busses, commuter rails and a ridesharing system.

• The city of Austin explains each mode of transportation on the city’s official website
• For basic information about busses in Austin, please visit Capital Metro

Major Industries: Austin serves as the home development center and headquarters for many technology corporations. In recent years, it’s also been known to be The Live Music Capital of the World.

• Visit Forbes’ city profile on Austin for further information about its industries
• Here is The Texas Economy’s analysis on business in Texas as a whole

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the U.S, home to the country’s first public school and first subway and now a thriving industrial and cultural center. Here are some great resources to learn more about the city.

Neighborhoods: Boston’s neighborhoods each have their own unique flavor. Check out these resources to determine which area matches what you’re looking for.

• City of Boston Neighborhoods has brochures with the history and culture of each neighborhood.
• Trip Advisor’s Guide to Boston gives a traveler’s perspective of each area of the city.
• Boston Roommates tells you a little more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking into.

Activities: As one of the oldest cities in the country, Boston is rich with historical and cultural sites. Look to these resources to plan activities, weekend trips and other ways to explore your new city.

• City of Boston Activities from museums to sports and everything in between.
• The Time’s Boston: 10 Things to Do, a detailed travel guide to the city.
• Over 200 Things to Do in Boston ensures you will always have something new to see.

Places to Eat: Boston is a hub for great cuisine and is particularly known for its lobster roll and other great seafood.

• Boston Magazine’s 20 Top Restaurants provides addresses and short descriptions of some of the best restaurants in town.
• The Guardian’s Top 10 Restaurants and Cafes shares great restaurants with distinct styles.
• 25 Boston Comfort Foods, a visual gallery of delicious and familiar foods.

Cost of Living: Learn how thecost of living in Boston compares with that of other cities.

Transportation: Boston’s public transportation makes it easy to work in the city.

• Getting Around Boston, including a list of parking options and maps of public transit routes.
• Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority provides a trip planning tool in addition to time and route information.
• Transportation Costs help you weigh the costs of relying on public transit or having your own vehicle.

Major Industries: Boston is a hub for education, biotechnology, tourism and financial services. Learn more about themajor industries in Boston.

 

Chicago is a key center for many industries, including transportation and telecommunications, and home to one of the busiest airports in the world. Here are some great resources to learn more about the country’s third most populous city.

Neighborhoods: Chicago’s North, South, West neighborhoods have their own distinct culture and feel. These resources will help find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• Choose Chicago Neighborhoods, an interactive page with insight into all 77 Chicago neighborhoods.
• Chicago Neighborhood Logos gives a brief description of the neighborhood and a local artist’s logo for each place.
• Chicago Roommates tells you a little more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking into.

Activities: Chicago is full of fun, good food and things to do. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.

• Free Chicago Attractions provides you with a number of fun and free things to do in Chicago.
• Timeout Chicago updates monthly with events going on in the city.

Places to Eat: Chicago is an awesome place to try new food with great places to eat all over the city.

• Chicago Food Glossary, a guide to Chicago’s most unique foods.
• Huffington Post’s Top 10 Chicago Restaurants highlights places with just plain good food.
• The Travel Channel’s Guide to Chicago Restaurants, a small sample of the many restaurants in the city.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in Chicago compares with other cities.

Transportation: Chicago is a major hub for transportation particularly serving as a major port for air travel and the 2nd largest transit city.

• Transit Trip Planners, with routes, maps and official apps for navigating public transit.
• Getting Around Chicago by bus, rail, taxi or car, including an interactive parking map.

Major Industries: Chicago is a hub for financial services, engineering, publishing and food processing. Learn more about the major industries in Chicago.

Dallas is the proud home of the Dallas Cowboys, authentic barbeque cuisine, and a rising powerhouse in the technology industry. Discover new adventures waiting for you in Texas.

Neighborhoods

• Dallas News highlights the Top 10 neighborhoods by different categories.
• Area Vibes shows each neighborhood’s “Livability Score” and maps out local amenities.
• Dallas Roommates tells you a little more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking into.

Activities

• Visit Dallas provides an essential guide to navigating all that Dallas has to offer.
• USA Today’s 10 Best features local expert attraction recommendations.
• National Geographic provides a list of free activities and walking tours of Dallas.

Places to eat

• Thrillest Dallas Places to Eat provides full reviews of favorite places to eat in the city.
• Dallas Food Nerd highlights local restaurants.
• Roaming Hunger provides a list of Dallas food trucks and their locations.

Cost of Living

• Learn about the average cost of living in Dallas here.

Transportation

• The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) website shows bus and train routes and helps plan trips.

Major Industries: Dallas is a hub for technology, financial services, and defense. Learn more about the major industries in Dallas.

Denver is known for its abundance in outdoors activities, fresh air and beautiful scenery. What is less well known about Denver is its business-friendly environment, having been voted number six for “Best Places for Business and Careers”. Whether it’s for the outdoors or building your career, Denver is a great place to begin your life after graduation.

Neighborhoods: Denver’s laid back attitude is shown in its neighborhoods from hip restaurants and nightclubs to Victorian houses.Visit these sites to learn more about neighborhoods in Denver.

• Street Advisor’s reviews on best neighborhoods in Denver
• Explore all the neighborhoods on the official city page

Activities: Denver is a great city for travelers who like the mountain scene. Be sure to check out Mount Evans Scenic Byway. Also, check out Larimer Square, a great place to sample the city’s food and beer scene.

• Trip Advisor has a list of 216 things to do in Denver with user reviews
• More activities at S. News Best Things to Do in Denver

Places to Eat: Denver is known for their chef-owned neighborhood restaurants.

• View thousands of user reviews for top-rated restaurants on Yelp
• Check out Zomato’s listings of top-rated restaurants by price range and popularity

Cost of Living: The cost of living is about 20% lower than that of New York and San Francisco and about 10% lower than Seattle. For a single person, average monthly expenses are estimated at about $891.70.

• For information about cost of living in Denver, please visit Numbeo

Transportation: There are a variety of modes of transportation in Denver, including buses and a railway system.

• Visit the Regional Transportation District’s webpage for Denver’s official public transportation

Major Industries: Located in the American west, popular industries include distribution, technology, telecommunications, and energy.

• For more information about major industries visit: Forbes

The largest city in Texas, Houston is a southern Metropolis. Its downtown is rich with a Theater District, home to the Houston Grand Opera, and houses the NFL Houston Texans. A big player in the aerospace industry, Houston is a great place to explore as a new professional.

Neighborhoods: The Houston neighborhoods all have their own personalities. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• Houstonia has a list of the best neighborhoods trending now
• Neighborhood statistics can be found here for all around the Houston area
• Area Vibes offers an even more comprehensive look at life in Houston

Activities: Houston is full of fun, good food and things to do. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.

• TripAdvisor will show you the best things to do, voted on by past visitors
• Visit Houston an event calendar of all things happening in the city
• Thrillist is a great place to go for free activity ideas in Houston

Places to Eat: Houston is an awesome place to try new food with great places to eat all over the city.

• Houston Eater offers maps and ideas for a foodie’s night out
• Top 100 Eats a comprehensive list of the best restaurants in Houston
• Meals that won’t break the bank helps you get a good meal on a budget

Cost of Living: Houston boasts a relatively inexpensive cost of living

• Learn how the cost of living in Houston compares with other cities

Transportation: Houston is extremely well-connected. Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• Virtual Tourist has reviews on experiences on the transit and how to get from here to there

Major Industries: Houston is a hub for aerospace, distribution, energy and headquarters.

• Learn more about the city’s industries here

 

Los Angeles is a center of creativity known for its beautiful sunny weather. Here are some great resources to learn more about the city.

Neighborhoods: The sunny city of LA offers a ton of great places to live.

• Los Angeles Neighborhoods helps you filter through different interests when looking for a place to live.
• Best LA Neighborhoods for your 20s, 30s and 40s gives insight on the best neighborhood as you develop in your career path.
• LA Roommates tells you more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking for.

Activities: Living in LA gives you the opportunity to explore all the fun things to do both on and off the beach.

• Free LA Attractions provides you with a number of fun and free things to do in LA, including beaches, museums and concerts.
• 30 for 30 shows you the first 30 things you should do when moving to LA.
• Buzzfeed’s 26 Things That Happen When You Move to LA provides a fun look at the LA lifestyle.

Places to Eat: LA is known for amazingly healthy eats, authentic Mexican food, and has great places to satisfy your hunger.

• Top 10 Restaurants with a View to enjoy the sunshine while you eat.
• LA Cheap Eats, a guide to budget dining.
• Eat LA: A Food Lover’s Guide to Good Eating lets you search for restaurants by neighborhood, style and price.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in Los Angeles compares with other cities.

Transportation: There are many ways to get around LA. Car, bus and subway are some of the ways Los Angeles residents get around.

• LA Public Transportation provides descriptions of all the public transit options in the city.
• Getting Around LA, an interactive blog that discusses how people in LA are utilizing different forms of transportation.

Major Industries: LA is a large manufacturing hub with strong international trade. Learn more about the major industries in LA.

 

New York is a city full of diversity and opportunity. Check out some great resources to learn more about the city.

Neighborhoods: New York is full of culture, exciting things to do and a multitude of young professionals. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• New York’s Most Livable Neighborhoods, an NY Magazine index of the top 50 New York neighborhoods to live in.
• New York Photo Tours gives you a photo tour of some of the neighborhoods to consider.
• New York Roommates tells you a little more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking into.

Activities: New York is the city that never sleeps. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.

• Time Out New York updates with events and activities happening all over the city.
• New York Top 10 Attractions details some of the best views in the city.

Places to Eat: New York is a fantastic place to try new foods with great places to eat all over the city.

• New York Serious Eats, a list of must-eats in New York City.
• Top 25 Dining Experiences in New York City, for restaurants with ambiance even better than the food.

Cost of Living: New York is the most expensive city in the U.S. See how the city compares to others.

Transportation: New York has an excellent public transportation system. Here are some resources on how to get around.

• New York Transportation covers every possible way of traveling in the city.
• Getting Around New York provides a more detailed guide to making the most of taxis and public transit.

Major Industries: New York is a hub for financial services, media, and communications. It is ranked #1 as best city for a young professional. Learn more about the major industries in New York.

Philadelphia is the most populous city in Pennsylvania and the fifth-most populous city in the United States, with a population of about 1.6 million people. The city is known for its rich history, monumental buildings and iconic Philly cheesesteak.

Neighborhoods: Philadelphia has many small neighborhoods scattered around the city, all with distinct personalities.

• Please visit Visit Philly’s list of various neighborhoods around the city
• Trip Advisor also has its own list of neighborhoods

Activities: Philadelphia is rich in history, shown by attractions such as the Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall. For those of age, the popularity of local craft breweries has led to a vibrant social scene.

• Here is U.S. News’ Best Things to Do in Philly
• Lonely Planet is a great resource for a finding Top Things to Do in Philadelphia

Places to Eat: While Philly cheesesteaks are famous in Philadelphia, Philadelphia is also known for various other foods including hoagies, scrapple, soft pretzels, water ice, Irish potato candy and Tastykake.

• Yelp provides lots of user feedback on top restaurants in Philadelphia
• Check out Zomato’s listings of top-rated restaurants by price range and popularity to find other local treasures

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Philadelphia is a bit lower than in big cities such as New York and San Francisco. The estimated monthly expense for a single person is $973.88.

• For a further breakdown of cost of living in Philadelphia, please visit Numbeo

Transportation: Philadelphia has a variety of public transportation systems including busses, trains, rapid transit, trolleys and trackless trolleys.

• Here is Visit Philly’s guide to transportation in Philadelphia
• For information about Philadelphia’s public metro system, please visit SEPTA

Major Industries: In addition to being a large historical hub, Philadelphia is known for evolving into a large information technology and service based economy.

• City Data has lots of great information on the Philadelphia’s economy
• Business Climate is also another great resource for industry specific information

Phoenix is a great place to work and enjoy sunny weather. Check out these resources to learn more.

Neighborhoods: Phoenix’s neighborhoods each have their own distinct culture and feel. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• Phoenix Neighborhoods and Districts provides short descriptions of all of the districts in the city.
• Frommer’s Phoenix Neighborhoods site gives a brief description of the highlights of each neighborhood.

Activities: Phoenix is full of tourist attractions to check out and places to relax both indoors and out.

• Things to Do in Phoenix takes a look at museums, outdoor trails and centers for entertainment sure to keep you busy in the city.
• 10 Favorite Tourist Attractions that are Fun for Locals Too showcases tourist sites that may never get old.
• Things to do in Greater Phoenix ranks the best entertainment venues, sights to see and shopping malls.

Places to Eat: Phoenix has an entire smorgasbord of cuisines to try out.

• 11 Things to Eat and Drink in Phoenix does not stop with listing the best restaurants in town; it chooses each restaurant’s best dish, too.
• Top 10 Restaurants in Downtown Phoenix is a short but mouth-watering illustrated guide to the finest food in the city.
• Phoenix: Best Restaurants and Other Places to Eat makes the case that the city is worth a visit for the food alone, with a diverse list of restaurants to support that claim.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in Phoenix compares with that of other cities.

Transportation: Phoenix has a great public transportation system. Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• Phoenix Public Transportation provides a broad overview of the many transportation options available.
• Getting Around Town is the official Phoenix guide to transportation in the city.

Major Industries: Phoenix is a hub for tourism and technology. Learn more about the major industries in Phoenix.

 

Portland is an amazing city and a great alternative to Seattle for those interested in working in the Pacific Northwest. Check out these resources to learn more.

Neighborhoods: Portland’s neighborhoods each have their own unique flavor. Check out these resources to determine which area matches what you are looking for.

• 7 Best Portland Neighborhoods lists neighborhoods to fit your priorities, from best food to best public transportation.
• Portland Neighborhood Guide provides a breakdown of each of Portland’s districts.

Activities: Portland is a source of great outdoor adventures. Look to these resources to plan activities, weekend trips and other journeys to explore your new city.

• Portland Activities and Attractions provides short illustrated guides for a wide array of activities in Portland, complete with maps.
• Portland Attractions has a growing list of over 300 places to see in the city, from parks to concert halls.
• Greater Portland Attractions keeps a calendar of events in Portland and the surrounding area that will give you plenty of opportunity to explore.

Places to Eat: Portland is a hub for great cuisine and is particularly known for its eccentric food choices.

• Portland Food Trucks shines a spotlight on the huge variety of food trucks all over Portland. Find the one you want to try!
• The Guardian’s Top 10 Restaurants provides addresses and short descriptions of some of the best restaurants in town.
• Portland’s Best Surveys shows you the city’s choice of best bars, restaurants, dessert and other food venues.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in Portland compares with that of other cities.

Transportation: Portland’s public transportation makes it easy to work in the city.

• Getting Around Portland provides short guides for common forms of transportation in the city.
• TriMet features official public transit schedule information, complete with real-time information on delays, and a trip planner.

Major Industries: Portland is a hub for real estate, construction, and transportation. Learn more about the major industries in Portland.

Salt Lake City is an up-and-coming city in the U.S. Check out these resources to learn more.

Neighborhoods: Salt Lake City has a variety of trendy and cultured neighborhoods.

• Best Neighborhoods in Salt Lake City lists the best and most popular neighborhoods around Salt Lake City.
• Salt Lake City Neighborhoods to Know gives a rundown of some of the same neighborhoods, but with different insights.

Activities: The city boasts a wide range of activities for all times of year.

• Best Things to Do in Salt Lake City compiles the top locations to go in the area, from temples to libraries to ski resorts.
• Fun Things to Do in Salt Lake City features daytime, kid-friendly, shopping and food activities around the city.
• Summer Activities lists places to go and things to do when the sun is shining.
• Winter Activities shows off the best places to enjoy the snow, including hovercrafting.

Places to Eat: Enjoy all the fine places to eat in Salt Lake City.

• Best SLC Restaurants lists the best places to eat in the area, broken up by cuisine type.
• Cheap Eats has found good places to eat with meals under $10.
• Top 10 Restaurants and Diners gives The Guardian’s opinion on the best food in the city.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Salt Lake City can vary greatly from neighborhood to neighborhood. Find out how the different neighborhoods compare.

Transportation: The best ways to get around in Salt Lake City are by car or public transportation

• Salt Lake City Transportation explains the best ways to travel in the city.
• Getting In, Getting Around Salt Lake City provides a more detailed guide to the different forms of transportation in the city.

Major Industries: The major industries in Salt Lake City are tourism, health care, and transportation. Learn more about the major industries in the area.

San Diego is a great place to enjoy sunny weather, beaches and fun activities. Check out these resources for the city.

Neighborhoods: San Diego’s neighborhoods each have their own distinct culture and feel. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• Discover San Diego Cities features short articles on each of the communities that makes up San Diego.
• San Diego’s Best Neighborhoods goes into more detail on specific neighborhoods, with short fun facts about each.

Activities: San Diego is full of fun activities, good food and things to do. Check out these great attractions as you get acquainted with the city.

• 25 Fun & Free Things to Do in San Diego highlights activities that won’t cost you a dime, including organ concerts and museums.
• San Diego Attractions is an extensive list of places to see in the city.
• San Diego’s Top 10 Things to Do and See showcases attractions that are worth a visit to the city all on their own.

Places to Eat: San Diego is an awesome place to try new food with great places to eat all over the city.

• Where to Eat in San Diego keeps an alphabetical list of the city’s well-liked restaurants.
• 50 Things to Eat in San Diego Before You Die picks out the best dishes in the area, from authentic Korean food to “divine” gelato to old-fashioned cheeseburgers.
• Coolest Bars and Restaurants in San Diego will sate your thirst as well as your hunger.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in San Diego compares with that of other cities.

Transportation: San Diego is a great city to walk, bike or ride to work. Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• Getting Around in San Diego provides a brief overview of the different transportation options available in the city.
• San Diego: Public Transportation is a slightly more detailed guide focused on the city’s public transit.

Major Industries: San Diego is a hub for defense, tourism and technology. Learn more about the major industries in San Diego.

San Francisco is a hub for new innovation and interesting technology. Check out these resources to learn more about the city.

Neighborhoods: San Francisco’s neighborhoods each have their own distinct culture and feel. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• Bay Area Neighborhoods highlights key attractions of each neighborhood, as well as how to get there.
• A Guide to San Francisco Neighborhoods gives you a brief description of each of the neighborhoods.
• San Francisco Roommates tells you a little more about the type of roommate you can find in the neighborhood you’re looking into.

Activities: San Francisco is full of fun, good food, and tons to do. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.

• Fun and Cheap San Francisco Attractions provides you with a number of fun and free things to do in SF.
• Timeout 20 Great Things To Do in San Francisco updates monthly with events going on in the city.
• Things to Do Outdoors in San Francisco gives you a picture of all the fun outdoor activities there are to explore in SF.

Places to Eat: San Francisco is an awesome place to try new food with great places to eat all over the city.

• Thrillist San Francisco Places to Eat provides full reviews of favorite places to eat in the city.
• Native Foods of San Francisco lends some history to the iconic foods of the area.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in San Francisco compares with other cities.

Transportation: San Francisco is a great city to walk, bike or ride. Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• Getting Around in San Francisco provides tips and costs for each transportation option in the city
• Public Transportation Guide lists times, fares and schedules

Major Industries: San Francisco is a hub for financial services, tourism and technology. Learn more about the major industries in the city.

San Jose is in the heart of the Silicon Valley. There are hundreds of start up companies as well as large corporations. Opportunities to meet people from across the United States and world are vast in the Silicon Valley.

Neighborhoods: San Jose’s various neighborhoods each accommodate distinctive cultures and lifestyles. These resources will help you find a unique place to live in the “Capital of Silicon Valley.”

San Jose Neighborhoods:

• sanjose.org
• Area Vibes
• Street Advisor

Check out this site to look for potential roommates:

• Easy Roomate

Activities: As the third largest city in California, San Jose is full of fun things to do. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.
10Best Lists of things to see, eat, and more:

• 10 Best Destinations
• Fun and Cheap San Jose Attractions: This list provides you with a ton of fun and cheap things to do in SJ.

Places to Eat: San Jose is home to a variety of foods, from classic American to ethnic delicacies.

• Restaurants featured on Bizarre Foods America

The best restaurants in San Jose by category according to Local Eats

• Local Eats
• Restaurants featured on Man vs. Food

Cost of Living: Check out this page to learn more about cost of living.

• Numbeo

Transportation: Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• sanjose.gov
• Trip Planner

Major Industries: San Jose is in the heart of the Silicon Valley!

• City Data

Just a three hour drive north of Seattle, Vancouver is one of the largest and most vibrant cities on the West Coast. Rich in diversity and culture, the city offers an exciting international experience.

Neighborhoods: Vancouver’s diverse neighborhoods each offer unique qualities.

• Learn more about how these puzzle pieces fit together
• Explore more neighborhoods

Activities: As the largest city in British Columbia, Vancouver is regarded as the economic and cultural capital of Canada’s West Coast. Vancouver offers fantastic activities all year round.

• Attractions & Activities in the Vancouver area
• Check out Trip Advisor’s top attractions
• Whistler is just a two hour drive away

Places to Eat: Rich cultural diversity makes Vancouver a hotspot for fantastic food of every type.

• Best restaurants in Vancouver, Canada
• Discover Vancouver’s most popular foodie destinations

Cost of Living: Vancouver is one of the most desirable places to live on the West Coast.

• Learn more about cost and price comparisons here

Transportation: Given its geography, serves as the largest port in all of Canada. The city also recently underwent an overhaul of its transportation system in 2010 when it hosted the Olympics.

• Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city

Major Industries: Given its geography, serves as the largest port in all of Canada. In recent years, the city has also seen tremendous growth in software, aerospace, and biotechnology.

• Explore the variety of industries in which to begin your career

D.C. is the capital of the United States and the hub of all U.S. politics, with many great job opportunities. Here are some helpful resources to learn more about the city.

Neighborhoods: The D.C. neighborhoods all have their own personalities. These resources will find you a unique place to live close to your future job.

• D.C Neighborhoods has a list of the best neighborhoods for a particular interest.
• A Guide to D.C. Neighborhoods with an interactive view of all D.C. neighborhoods.
• D.C. Neighborhood Photo Tours shows snapshots of life in each neighborhood.

Activities: D.C. is full of fun, good food and things to do. Check out these great attractions to get you acquainted with the city.

• 100 Free Things to Do in D.C. explores the culture and history of the area on a budget.
• D.C.’s Going Out Guide, an event calendar of all things happening in the city.
• Fodor’s 25 Things To Do in D.C., a whirlwind tour of the capitol’s museums, restaurants and attractions.

Places to Eat: D.C is an awesome place to try new food with great places to eat all over the city.

• Top 10 People Watching Restaurants take advantage of the city’s status as a political center.
• D.C Metro Food Tours help you explore the food in different neighborhoods of D.C.
• D.C Eater: A guide to restaurants, bars, and nightlife in D.C.

Cost of Living: Learn how the cost of living in D.C. compares with other cities.

Transportation: D.C. is a great city to use public transportation. Check out these resources to learn more about transportation in the city.

• Tools for Getting Around D.C., a collection of apps for planning your route.
• How to Get Around D.C. as well as proper procedure when encountering a police motorcade.

Major Industries: D.C. is a hub for federal government, tourism and education. Learn more about the major industries in the city.