Which do you prefer living in: Berlin, New York, San Fran, London? Why?

Answer 1

There is no one city of preference as each is unique in its own right.
Berlin as an exciting place as it has stabilised somewhat since the collapse of the wall.

- German as a language of art, philosophy, theology, science, business, literature, history and music, accompanied with access to tomes of knowledge around the region.

- An advancing corporate system and variety of trade fairs.

- World class orchestras around central Europe and within range of Salzburg, Austria.

- Experience of cross cultural influences from the ex-Soviet block that defies popular consumerism.

- Easily accessible via AutoBahn and rail to London, Moscow, Leningrad and Paris.

- Spoilt for choice with never seeing the same twice throughout Europe. Roaming the streets day and night, and to be able to soak up the atmosphere, immensely rich history, opulent with culture and warm people.


New York, touted as the city that never sleeps.

- Good standard and variety of contemporary food and entertainment.

- Young and energetic crowd bringing vibrancy to a “24” hour city.

- Financial institutions are alive and frenzied that gives a buzz to life.

- Mix of races and oddities that add spice to life.

- People are more friendly and tolerant, both of which are happy circumstances from a less than amicable event, 9/11.

- Trends in motion and change visible to the curious and the voyeuristic.


London, a booming financial centre with historical gravity, growing slowly but certainly out of the Great War’s doll drums.

- Contemporaneous theatrical plays, Leicester square accessible from scenic country sides that offer quiet to contrast the hustle and bustle in the likes of Sussex.

- Cottage industries with age old practices that quench the thirst and tickle the senses.

- Of old and new in a city condition, fueled by development along the waterfront, encapsulated in the joining of histories into a revitalized London.

- The curious mix of post-war industrial, technology, historical resonance, hopeless romantics, and the inexplicable tourists and visitors who try to make this home.

- Steadiness and comfort in knowledge of a slow moving world, despite the pace of life that belies the social structure of modernity and the customary way of life.

- The serenity afforded by the country sides within the city, should the choice be not to venture further afield; to take pleasure in the weekend markets of Camden town and the better kept secrets from the casual observer and transient inhabitants.

(The acquaintance of San Fran stretches the wit from which friendly banter will not better inform.)
Constancy and familiarity is not a luxury afforded to certain professions, hence the choice would extend equally to all three.

Answer 2

Only been to San Fran and NYC. San Fran is really dirty, trashy, was not impressed with this place any time I was there. Just plain nasty. NYC was a lot cleaner but still not a place I would want to live. Too many people. I prefer living out in the country, not a giant city with tons of people

Answer 3

Sorry none of those float my boat. To be fair I have only been to three of the cities. I didn't make it to London so I can't give it a fair rating. I have spent at least three days in all of the others.

HOWEVER;

I spent four glorious days in Wien, Austria. Oops , that's Vienna to most folks and I loved it. It had a totally international flair. Luscious sidewalk cafes everywhere. Incredible architecture and the mass transit to let you speed off to any other part of Europe you wished.
There were numerous people speaking strange and exotic languages I had never heard. Incredible, magnifique, wunderbar.

To be totally honest I don't live in any city, I live ten miles from the nearest city but Vienna is the one large city I most enjoyed. Second to that would be Milwaukee, WI.

I know, it pales in comparison to cities like New York or San Fran, but it has almost everything they have and it is easy to get in and out of.

Believe it or not, there are art museums and night life galore, restaurants with about every venue you can imagine. A symphony so good it will make you sigh at the sound of the last note when you can finally catch your breath. Live plays, upscale department stores and even places like Eddy Bauer, Gander Mountain, and Lands End to equip you for your outdoor adventures.

Then, on top of all that is the home of Harley Davidson for those interested in such. You can arrange a tour and see the legendary motorcycles being built. A Harley Davidson museum with attached cafe is being constructed.

Also, the Milwaukee zoo has more animals from more parts of the world than any other zoo I have ever visited. I have been to numerous zoos in my lifetime and Milwaukee has more of what you go to a zoo for.

There are numerous festivals and special events throughout the year to make Milwaukee one very likeable town.

There is huge lake Michigan for those who like to go boating or fishing and even some nifty dinner boat rides that take you out on the lake.

Mitchell airport is very handy to whisk you in and out if the need should arise.

Answer 4

Of the places you mentioned I’ve been to all, but only lived in New York. Regardless, I know enough about all cities to say I’d prefer to live in New York…and that’s why I do. However, to love New York you need it in your blood--it is not for everyone. For the reasons people dislike it are the reasons I love it.

Food from any culture 24 hours a day…and delivered

The best shows…off-Broadway primarily

Mass transit easy and assessable

Cute dogs to pet everywhere

Caters to the vegan vegetarian

Museums, landmarks, best shopping, best deals

All errands within a few blocks

NYC soft pretzels with mustard on a winter day

Tailgating taxi cabs on rollerblades

The pure adrenaline rush

The best restaurants in the world

Neighborly communities…love the cabbies

The sounds and smells…umm...I love it!

Love the lounges…loved the clubs…will always love the music

A melting pot of people that has any racist completely exhausted by the day’s end

Answer 5

I've been to New York, and I lived 20 years in San Francisco. Never went to London or Berlin.

If I had my druthers, I'd be in SF right now, it's a fantastic place with so much variety and so much to do. New York smells bad and feels bad.

Answer 6

oh if I only had the do-re-mi to live in San Francisco, beautiful quirky city with so many interesting folks. For sunshine, head for Marin on the weekends, ride bike on Mount Tam, or up to wine country or even Tahoe.

but if I had even more....London would be fine....so much culture and history....just would need enough $ to be able to get on a plane and go somewhere sunny, fairly often!

Answer 7

I love London as they have challenged bridges and a lot of fascinating engineers who don't have any idea why...can you imagine...I guess the stuffy English can't collaborate with any other engineers for they have been singing this song for years...!!! i resd they finally threw in the towel and the bridge was moved to Nevada or nearby...!!

Answer 8

Melbourne

Answer 9

New York! The most diverse, easier to get around (not as spread out as the other cities), and it NEVER sleeps!

Answer 10

Berlin or London.

Safe countries, safe places..Low crime rate.
Social countries, no worries if you lose job or get hurt...cheap health care...lot to see, great night life...etc...