I currently live in the state of Michigan, but i'm about to make the jump from here to Seattle, WA (Bremerton, actually). I just want to know what the state of Washington has to offer me. I got an offer from this company called TeleTech to stop in for an assessment when i hit the area so that's a good thing. I'm tired of the rat race in Detroit. Everyone is doing the same thing as everybody else (looking for a good-paying job) and i know i got so much to give and to offer. (the economy sucks). So if there is anyone who lives in Washington, can you tell me about the night spots, coffee spots, tourist attractions any GREAT HIGH-PAYING JOBS, in Washington. I have three college degrees (two Business, one Science) and little experience. What is the Real Estate Market like there? Any good tips on living in Washington?
2007-03-27 09:35:45 · 5 answers · asked by Nate 5 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Seattle
First and formost welcome to the great state of Washington and state unrivaled in its natural beauty and diversity. Just a quick lesson in geography though Bremerton is not exactly in the metro Seattle area it is on the Kitsap Pennisula. That being said you are a ferry boat ride away (30 minutes) or an hour drive away from Seattle. Bremerton is quickly transforming itself from a blue collar naval town to a livable and viable "suburb" of Seattle believe it or not. If you are into natural beauty and the outdoors Western Washington is the place for you. As far as cultural amenities, you will have to travel to Seattle for a variety of things to do or you can go to Olympia which is closer and a smaller version of Seattle and there is Tacoma which despite its reputation is rapidly improving and has things to visit and see. My advice to you is to go to your nearest book store and purchase a Western Washington handbook or Pacific Northwest handbook and check out all the sites that this region has to offer believe me its much more than rain and coffee. Also check out the Tacoma Tribune, Seattle times, and the Seattle pi.
2007-03-28 03:43:08 · answer #1 · answered by ap_98037 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ok well we have Microsoft here, so that could be a great job to look into, not sure what sort of job you are looking for. I am not sure if you know this but Bremerton is a drive from Seattle, and a ferry to! Bremerton is a small but lovely town so you would probably want to look into jobs in Seattle. You may also want to think about not living in Bremerton because you will have to take the ferry to get anywhere good. I would recommend living a little north of Seattle in the Mill Creek, Everett, Lynnwood area as it will be WAY more affordable and still only a short drive to work everyday. As far as coffee shops there is one literally on every corner... hey its Seattle! The night life is great down town, no matter what you are into you will find plenty to do! Welcome to the Evergreen State!
2007-03-27 17:42:25 · answer #2 · answered by Tamra 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Seattle is a great city to live in. You can find a coffee shop on every corner! The weather is a big plus moving from Detroit with all the snow and cold! It is about 45 degrees average in the winter! There are many high paying jobs. Some local companies with big salaries include Microsoft and Amazon.com. Mostly computer kind of jobs! Tourist attractions include Snoqualmie Falls, The Space Needle, Pacific Science Center, Pike Place Market, The Woodland Zoo, Seattle Aquarium and The Ol Curiosity Shop. A great place for gelato is called Gelatiamo in Downtown Seattle. Do not miss it! Best ice cream in Seattle and not overpriced! From the mountains, forest and ocean there is not better place to live!!
2007-03-27 21:20:30 · answer #3 · answered by SeaGirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, whoever said Olympia was closer to Bremerton than Seattle was....try driving it! Tacoma has many things to offer - History Museum, Glass Museum, Pt. Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Tacoma Dome, (yes, and right now BAD traffice on I-5 and Hwy 16 due to construction!), but I wouldn't want to live in Seattle - at least I can get where I need to within 15 minutes!
2007-03-30 17:57:35 · answer #4 · answered by babygirl13 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Science? What is it you specialize in?
2007-03-27 16:39:38 · answer #5 · answered by JustHeather 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋