I am thinking Colorado as it is pretty, got the mountains and the snow and there is lots of business opportunities for me there....
Anyone know of good towns/ cities I should have a look into when I go over to check it out later in the year?
2006-08-24 00:34:37 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
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2006-08-24 00:36:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That would depend on what kind of business opportunities you are seeking and what your political leanings are. There are towns in Colorado that are very "redstate" and others that are so "bluestate" you would not believe they are in the same state at all.
What size community are you interested in? Where are you living now? Have you ever lived with and had to shovel snow? Do you know what you are getting into? Would you prefer very mountanous or high plains. Colorado has all that and more.
2006-08-24 09:13:21 · answer #2 · answered by finaldx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a business man on the east coast, Florida and North Carolina are booming towns with a lot of new jobs. To be honest though, I'd stick to Colorado, I find it absolutely gorgeous country and if you're finding the business opportunities you like there, then go for it!
Good Luck!
2006-08-24 07:43:28 · answer #3 · answered by stormymidori 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ichi---
I was born and raised in CO. The best areas are either Manitou Springs (Tiny tourist town near Colorado Springs), or Boulder for the easy access to the mountains. Most areas are beautiful though so no matter what you choose, you'll be happy.
Word of advice though, stay away from Pueblo or anything south of there....it's all rednecks and back wood country hicks. Other than that, you're set!
2006-08-24 07:39:20 · answer #4 · answered by Beth M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like NC the best. Here is why. I have been to 40 of the 50 states and I lhave lived in several of them. But for some reason I like NC the best. It is absolutely beautiful country.
The geographic location - sits central on the east coast. It has the mountains and coast. I can be in DC on Capitol Hill in 5 hrs or ATL in 6 hrs driving. In Raleigh, I can be at the beach in 1.5 - 2 hrs or mountains in 2-3 hrs. It is an awesome life style.
Cost of living - cheaper than other metro areas in the US, but will change and go up since it is growing at an incredible rate.
Employment - pertains to Raleigh (RTP), Charlotte, and Wilmington. RTP = largest R&D park in the country. Lot of employers. Charlotte = banking capital.
Weather - All 4 seasons and all of them are generally mild.
Education - Several great colleges and universities close together. College basketball is huge down tobacco road. ACC is the best conference in the country for NCAA basketball... Plus all of the universities drive a lot of underground interests and art. Did you know that 80% of people living in the triangle are college educated and one of the highest concentration of PHDs in the country? The area was voted by Money magazine as one of the best places to live in the US and Number one to start a business.
Entertainment - Carolina Hurricanes are the 2006 Stanley Cup winners, and the Carolina Panthers are looking like they are going to the Super bowl, or at least the playoffs again. NCAA basketball = UNC Tarheels, Duke Bluedevils, NC State Wolfpack, and Wake Forest Demon Deacons. Falls and Jordan Lakes in Raleigh, Norman near Charlotte. Downtowns offer great restaurants and bars. They still have a ways to go on this aspect of entertainment, but they are addressing it too.
Economy - It is growing at an incredible rate. 29 states showed a slump in housing, RDU is up 14%.
Raleigh is growing and people from all over are discovering it and falling in love with it. The night life may not be that of NYC, or any other huge metro area, but it has a lot going for it. You can not buy mountain or coastal property for $300k in NYC or CA either... Over all life style is wonderful in NC. It is the next hot spot for development on the East Coast. What am I talking about, it has already been going on. I could go on and on....
NC is defining it's culture. So many transplants from around the country are calling NC home. You can go to swanky martini bars and have a bowl of grits at Ed's in City Market in Raleigh. For work, stick towards RDU, the Triangle.
2006-08-24 11:55:40 · answer #5 · answered by Fugazi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where you're used to! I lived in NM, but I wouldn't suggest moving there unless you like hot a desert. Colorado is nice, though! Texas can be really pretty, too, but it's got humidity, especially near the ocean.
I hope you have a nice trip!
:)
2006-08-24 07:37:56 · answer #6 · answered by sillysister4ever 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
West Michigan/Grand Rapids area. Great area. Lake Michigan is nearby with is beautiful beaches. Lots of trees, lakes, rivers, and streams. Plenty of snow in the wintertime.
2006-08-24 13:45:29 · answer #7 · answered by AF 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
California is great, but the big cities are overpoulated and crowded. There are some areas here that are almost in total isolation. I love it up in the extreme northwest of CA, near the coast, almost to Oregon.
2006-08-24 13:01:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
New Hampshire...there's no income tax and they have snow on the mountains in the winter and an ocean to swim in during the summer.
2006-08-24 07:52:32 · answer #9 · answered by babbles 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any where but NYC the frigging sirens will keep u up all night and drive u up the wall! Colorado is great love the skiing and snowboarding there!
2006-08-24 07:50:56 · answer #10 · answered by Sherry Baby ( Ethan's Mama ) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Colorado Springs and Denver would be ideal places to see and move too.
2006-08-24 07:36:21 · answer #11 · answered by Art The Wise 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋