What’s one thing that any person needs to tackle when moving to a foreign country? Food shopping. While New York City has a great international restaurant scene that is sure to keep you from being too homesick, food shopping is often seen as an annoying but necessary part of life – and for some, more… Continue reading Food Shopping in NYC: How and Where to Shop
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The American University System Explained
While there are many opportunities that can bring you to the United States, many young internationals find that they start their time in America as a student. American Universities are among the best and attract students from around the globe. That being said, the American university system is quite different to its international counterparts in… Continue reading The American University System Explained
International Holiday Celebrations in NYC
The holiday season is here, and in international New York, there are plenty of celebrations going on. From now through the new year many different cultures and countries mark special religious, historic, and cultural festivals – and this being New York City, you can celebrate them all right here. European Holiday Celebrations December 6 is… Continue reading International Holiday Celebrations in NYC
New York City’s Airports: A Guide
New York City is one of the world’s busiest cities and a top tourist destination – a true metropolis. Getting in and out of this bustling city often means flying, especially for internationals. New York City is served by three major airports, all with their own pros and cons. A good knowledge of these airports… Continue reading New York City’s Airports: A Guide
Our Favorite New York Christmas Picks
December is almost here, we’ve already had our first snow flurries of the season, and the weather is getting colder – all these things tell us that Christmas, and the holiday season, have definitely come to New York. New York at Christmas is a special time, familiar even to those who haven’t been here. There… Continue reading Our Favorite New York Christmas Picks
How Livable is New York City?
No one is going to tell you that New York is an easy city to make it in. The cost of living is considerably higher than other places in the world, the job market is among the most competitive in the country, and the city itself is massive. The Municipal Arts Society of New York… Continue reading How Livable is New York City?
Where to Start with New York City Shopping
New York City has some of the best shopping in the country, and while the opportunities to purchase everything from electronics to high fashion can be appealing, the city’s endless retailers can certainly be a bit daunting if you’re not sure where to find what you’re looking for. Understanding the who, what, and where of… Continue reading Where to Start with New York City Shopping
Top 15 Fun Things to Do With Kids in New York City
While New York City is widely known as a great vacation spot, it is often overlooked as a good spot to take your whole family, especially if you have small children. Have you ever wondered what the local New Yorkers do with their children for fun?With countless attractions and some of the most beautiful parks… Continue reading Top 15 Fun Things to Do With Kids in New York City
Childcare in New York City
Nothing can be more important than finding the right care for your children in a new country. And when it comes to childcare, New York can feel like a foreign country – even to Americans.Many internationals moving to the city or Tri-State area will be shocked by how difficult it is to find pre-schools for… Continue reading Childcare in New York City
Raising Bilingual Children in a Monolingual Society
One thing you cannot get away from as an international in New York City is that despite its multi-cultural backdrop, children here mostly grow up speaking English. You may hear languages such as Spanish, Russian or Chinese spoken around you as you walk through the city, but it’s English that is taught in schools, is… Continue reading Raising Bilingual Children in a Monolingual Society