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Making the Big Move to the Big Apple Just Got Easier!
Moving to New York City and its neighboring areas can be overwhelming and expensive. What you need is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the diverse neighborhoods, cultures, and lifestyles-not to mention the entertainment options, trends, and hidden gems that are the heartbeat of your new home. In Relocating to New York City and Surrounding Areas, Revised and Updated 2nd Edition, you get an insiders view of New York plus all the practical information you need to make your transition smooth and more affordable, including:
•How to find a place to live-fast, and in a neighborhood youll love
•Where to look for a job
•How much it costs to live in the city and its environs
•Where to find the best restaurants and entertainment in town
•How to get around New York
•How to move, ship, and store your stuff easily and affordably
Not just a neighborhood directory for newcomers, this is also a bible for those already living here, offering advice on the best schools, bargain shopping, discount tickets, and free events. Whether youre planning a move or already here, youll want to keep this definitive guide in reach for the handy checklists, savvy tips, website listings, and fresh advice. Bursting with up-to-date statistics on every neighborhood and information on everything from post offices and grocery stores to health clubs and theaters, Relocating to New York City and Surrounding Areas will help you negotiate the city like a local on your very first day.
Learn about New Yorks hottest neighborhoods
Greenwich Village
SoHo
East Village
Morningside Heights
Park Slope
Williamsburg
Cobble Hill
Brooklyn Heights
Dumbo
Astoria
Synopsis
Making the Big Move to the Big Apple Just Got EasierNew York City and its neighboring areas are one of the most popular relocation destinations in the country. But moving there can be an overwhelming and expensive experience. This book gives you all the information you need to make the transition smooth and affordable, including:
How to find a place to livefast Where to look for a job How much it costs to live in the area Where to find the best restaurants in town How to choose a neighborhood you'll love What to do in and around New York City And much, much more!
Bursting with information on everything from post offices, grocery stores, and health clubs to school districts and theaters, Relocating to New York City and Surrounding Areas helps you negotiate the city like a seasoned veteran on your very first day.
Find Out About:
·Manhattan
·Brooklyn
·Queens
·The Bronx
·Staten Island
·Long Island
·Upstate New York
·New Jersey
·Connecticut
·And many other areas
About the Author
Ellen R. Shapiro has seen all sides of the publishing industry—from marketing manager to senior editor at major New York publishing houses to freelance travel writer and author of several books, including New Your City with Kids. In addition, she is a professional photographer and an avid collector of children's books. She lives in New York City.