Bellingham, WA or Asheville NC?

Question

I need to decide where to move after I graduate. I love the outdoors and mountains, forests, local music and friendly people. I could find good work either place. Have you have been to these places? What was your impression? Where would you move?

Answer 1

I have never been to NC, furthest south I have been on east coast is Maryland.

I lived in Bellingham, WA for two years, and live just an hour from there now (in vancouver, BC, Canada).

I cannot compare it to Asheville, or NC in general, but I CAN tell you the cool things about Bellingham.

Bellingham is the perfect size for a city, about 75,000. Large enough to have all the needed amenities, but small enough that you can be out in the country in five minutes.

And what a country it is! Mountains, fields, hiking, biking, water, the coast, boating, camping, skiing, snow boarding ... all within a half hour drive or less.

True, there is rain, though not quite as much as Seattle area. And a bit of snow in winter, but not alot unless you are in the hills/mountains. And not-to-hot summers.

Lots to see and do .... there are clubs, shopping, movies, of course, as well as some very excellent museums, a good library, a lot of community activities, a good live theatre, music galore ...

Cost of living is cheaper than large cities. No income tax in the state, though there is an 8% sales tax.

And ... an hour and a half from Seattle, and an hour from Vancouver, BC .... and vancouver has everything! It also has ferries to the San Jauns, Victoria BC, and if you are really wanting a cool vacation .. Alaska!

If you love nature ... choose Bellingham!!!

Answer 2

I have been to both --- which one would I live in Bellingham, WA--- why because you'll be close to Canada and you can come to beautiful British Columbia and really see mountains - amazing wild life! There's lots of outdoors stuff you can do all year long if you like skiing,snowboarding, kayaking etc... you gotta come and do Whistler! I lived in Newton,NC(for 38 yrs) and have been to Asheville lots of times --- it's really nice there but it doesn't compare to Canada --- I live in BC and not far from Whistler----(been in Canada for 4 yrs)

Answer 3

I can only tell you that Bellingham is a fine place to live.

It is only a short distance to Canada and its mountains and waters.

Bellingham is right on the water and provides easy access to surrounding mountains.

It is a short distance to perhaps the most wonderful islands in the world (San Jaun Islands).

There is a good mixture of young people (Western Washington University) and older folks to enjoy the people.

Answer 4

bellingham washington
it is best to be on the west coast, the air is much less humid.
there is no state income tax

and it is not in the south

it is also close to BC

Answer 5

I concur....however, Asheville N.C. is where you might try...En Totale...it will surprise you....you will learn and teach there.