13-09-08, 05:42 AM
Good thread man! I've only been to the UK once for a week, but I must admit that London was a blast. Like others have stated though, it is DAMN EXPENSIVE, especially because of the US dollar to GB Pound. But of course you would be earning in pounds so maybe it would be different for you. I would definitely say consider living outside the main city of London, if London is where you decide to go. Because the real estate market there is insane, and that's coming from someone who lives in Orange County, California!
And like King of the Farm said, I too am not happy with the political issues in America. And I am also sad to see that Obama has taken a hit in the polls, even though I'm not a huge Obama fan. I would just take him over McCain. But after having been privileged enough to travel most of Europe, parts of Asia, and to have been all over the states. There is no place like the US for me. From West cost to East coast there are a lot of really cool cities to live in that all have their unique charm and differences. From what I've seen your average American also lives a pretty good life. Food, electronics, imports like cars, etc. are way cheaper in this country, and the dollars' buying power in America also takes you a long way. So even though the political future of this country looks bleek, I don't think it will be significantly affecting the way I live my life on a day to day basis. And based on that I would consider a move to a cool city like NYC or Chicago if you still want to enjoy the benefits of the US while still getting the lifestyle of being in a real metropolitan city.
Whichever way you go though good luck. The UK will be a nice change, as will a city like NYC or Chicago.
And like King of the Farm said, I too am not happy with the political issues in America. And I am also sad to see that Obama has taken a hit in the polls, even though I'm not a huge Obama fan. I would just take him over McCain. But after having been privileged enough to travel most of Europe, parts of Asia, and to have been all over the states. There is no place like the US for me. From West cost to East coast there are a lot of really cool cities to live in that all have their unique charm and differences. From what I've seen your average American also lives a pretty good life. Food, electronics, imports like cars, etc. are way cheaper in this country, and the dollars' buying power in America also takes you a long way. So even though the political future of this country looks bleek, I don't think it will be significantly affecting the way I live my life on a day to day basis. And based on that I would consider a move to a cool city like NYC or Chicago if you still want to enjoy the benefits of the US while still getting the lifestyle of being in a real metropolitan city.
Whichever way you go though good luck. The UK will be a nice change, as will a city like NYC or Chicago.