Monthly Archives: October 2012

Moving to Tampa, FL

Tampa was built on the back of the cigar. In 1929, “Cigar City” produced 500 million cigars for consumption around the world. Today the industry still exists, but Tampa has evolved into a world city with a diverse economy and Read complete article — Moving to Tampa, FL

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Moving to St. Louis, MO

St. Louis is commonly called the Gateway to the West, because of the pivotal role it played in our nation’s westward expansion. Today the Gateway Arch symbolizes America’s shift from east to west, as does the Mississippi river, which rushes Read complete article — Moving to St. Louis, MO

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Moving to Seattle, WA

Seattle, named the Emerald City for the large, evergreen forests that surround it, is the Northwest’s crown jewel. Amongst its forests are bright blue channels of sea and spanning bridges. Beyond its natural beauty, Seattle is a massive center for Read complete article — Moving to Seattle, WA

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Moving to Sacramento, CA

In a state with San Francisco and Los Angeles, it’s surprising to learn that a smaller inland city is home to California’s politics. Yet, Sacramento, also known as Cap-City is just that. It is California’s state capitol, home to its Read complete article — Moving to Sacramento, CA

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Moving to Portland, OR

They call it Rose City, because Portland’s wet climate is perfect for growing the red flower, and rose gardens sprout up all around the area. Portland could easily be called “Green City”, too, though. It’s a city lush with trees, Read complete article — Moving to Portland, OR

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Moving to Pittsburgh, PA

Steel City was born on the back of the metal industry, which helped build America throughout the late 1800’s and early-to-mid 1900’s, leading to Pittsburgh’s role as a major American metropolis. Though the need for steel has tapered some in Read complete article — Moving to Pittsburgh, PA

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Moving to Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

Minneapolis and Saint Paul are aptly referred to as the Twin Cities. They are two major metropolises situated side by side, offering their residents the best of both worlds, literally. And their bests are quite good. They offer stellar parks, Read complete article — Moving to Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

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Moving to Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas is well known as the City of Sin, the world’s capital of glitz, glamour, gambling and excess. Millions of people visit its infamous strip to partake in its indulgences, ranging from pools to poker to $1 shrimp cocktails. Read complete article — Moving to Las Vegas, NV

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Moving to Kansas City, MO

Kansas City (KC) is commonly referred to as the City of Fountains, and for good reason: the city has over 200 of them, including one of the world’s largest at its baseball field, Kauffman Stadium. But nestled among the flowing Read complete article — Moving to Kansas City, MO

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Moving to Detroit, MI

Despite popular belief, the Motor City is still motoring. The car industry, led by Ford and GM, is revitalized, and Detroit is attracting new firms in the biotechnology and communications fields. Its downtown is returning, and many of its once-dead Read complete article — Moving to Detroit, MI

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Moving to Denver, CO

Denver is known as the Mile-High City, because it’s exactly that: 5,280 feet above see level. From a mile up, it looks down at the rest of the Great Plains as the region’s premiere metropolis, a city that boasts innovation, Read complete article — Moving to Denver, CO

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Moving to Cleveland, OH

The Sixth City was once one of the most influential large cities in the US. In 1920, it actually broke from its nickname, becoming the fifth largest city in the US. Since then, Cleveland has seen a steady decline in Read complete article — Moving to Cleveland, OH

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Moving to Cincinnati, OH

Known as the Tri-State, the Cincinnati metro bridges three different states – Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. It also bridges the present with the past, when Cincinnati was one of America’s most booming cities. Today, it holds a number of festivals Read complete article — Moving to Cincinnati, OH

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Moving to Charlotte, NC

Charlotte was named after Queen Charlotte Sophia of England. Today “Crown Town” still maintains its air of wealth and glamour. It is the financial center of the American South, behind only New York in banking, and it offers its residents Read complete article — Moving to Charlotte, NC

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Moving to Indianapolis, IN

Indy, they call it, and appropriately so. Indianapolis isn’t just a city in Indiana; it’s the everything of Indiana. It’s the capital, the commercial center, the largest city (by far), and the cultural landmark of Indiana. There’s no reason to Read complete article — Moving to Indianapolis, IN

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Moving to San Antonio, TX

The home of the Alamo is now better known as River City, because it blossoms around the San Antonio River with shops, dining and a unique, southwestern culture. San Antonio’s River Walk attracts millions of visitors each year and exemplifies Read complete article — Moving to San Antonio, TX

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Moving to Riverside, CA

At some point, the Los Angeles metro area must end. Though development spreads endlessly inland from the beach, most people draw this line at Riverside. And this is where the Inland Empire, the citrus capital of the world, the hot Read complete article — Moving to Riverside, CA

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Moving to Baltimore, MD

Baltimore, or “Bawlamer,” as locals call it in their rolling accent, is one of America’s oldest cities. In 1850, it was the second largest city in the US. By 1950, it had reached its pinnacle, near one million strong. Ever Read complete article — Moving to Baltimore, MD

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Moving to Austin, TX

Austin isn’t the biggest city in Texas. Aww, heck, it’s not even the third biggest city. However, it’s very much the heart of the state. It’s home to the University of Texas, it’s iconic for its food, culture and innovation, Read complete article — Moving to Austin, TX

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Moving to Orlando, FL

We all know Orlando. It’s the place of our childhood dreams, the city where Mickey Mouse lives, Jaws retired, and roller coasters are a form of public transportation. Wait, it’s a real city, too? Orlando is a booming American metropolis. Read complete article — Moving to Orlando, FL

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