Brits in New York
Sep 10th 2006, 1:58 am
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Re: Brits in New York
... and then there's Connectuicut!
Under an hour from NYC by car and probably minutes by train. (Not many Brits here though) It's very pretty here, and civilised... they cook the sushi at our Dunkin Donuts!
Under an hour from NYC by car and probably minutes by train. (Not many Brits here though) It's very pretty here, and civilised... they cook the sushi at our Dunkin Donuts!
Sep 10th 2006, 2:16 am
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by MyMagicBeard
Not a daft question - I work for a US company in London so would look to move across on an L1 Visa (which I believe gives my wife an L2 Visa that allows her to work too) - if this is wrong, please let me know.
2008 is also a likely year to come across as this is when my wife's MBA finishes. I know this is some time away but I want to get the city we choose right before we come across - hence the number of Q's. We've been to NY and loved it but also heard that Boston was worth a look.
We'd prefer to live in the City/Manhattan if we can afford it. Plus, not sure I want my wife mixing with people who slag of the husband for not painting the house/gardening/drinking too much - I'd never stand a chance
Thanks to all so far for advice/comments.
2008 is also a likely year to come across as this is when my wife's MBA finishes. I know this is some time away but I want to get the city we choose right before we come across - hence the number of Q's. We've been to NY and loved it but also heard that Boston was worth a look.
We'd prefer to live in the City/Manhattan if we can afford it. Plus, not sure I want my wife mixing with people who slag of the husband for not painting the house/gardening/drinking too much - I'd never stand a chance
Thanks to all so far for advice/comments.
http://britishexpats.com/articles/usa/l1-visa-renewal/
Sep 10th 2006, 3:34 am
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by Elvira
Sep 10th 2006, 3:41 am
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by Big D
Interesting - my L1 was granted for 3 years. Although the company I work for is well established and has been doing this for over 20 years now! They also use the E visa for some of my colleagues
Sep 10th 2006, 5:58 am
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by Big D
Interesting - my L1 was granted for 3 years. Although the company I work for is well established and has been doing this for over 20 years now! They also use the E visa for some of my colleagues
I year for a new operation...
Sep 10th 2006, 10:35 am
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Re: Brits in New York
Hey, you guys are just so friendly and helpful. I'm gonna love reading this site (and hopefully adding my own 2-pennies worth from time to time).
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Sep 10th 2006, 2:37 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by MyMagicBeard
Hey, you guys are just so friendly and helpful. I'm gonna love reading this site (and hopefully adding my own 2-pennies worth from time to time).
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Sep 10th 2006, 7:58 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by MyMagicBeard
Hey, you guys are just so friendly and helpful. I'm gonna love reading this site (and hopefully adding my own 2-pennies worth from time to time).
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Thanks for the warm welcome and comments to date.
Sep 10th 2006, 8:00 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by Patrick Hasler
You havn't crossed anyone yet
Sep 11th 2006, 3:21 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Hi there!
Not a Brit, I am from NYC. I love it and want to return home one day in a couple of years. I liev in Glasgow at the moment.
Manhattan.. very expensive, all I have to say (and I'm sure you knew that) but there has got to be some decent apartments perhaps downtown like financial district or the east village I saw a few there that were about 1800-2000/month (and that is the cheapest I've found! ). Upper Manhattan, such as Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood also have apartments that are in about the same price range. I personally would not live in Harlem, it used to be quite a rough area but I heard they were trying to improve it (in what way I've no clue) But most apartments I've seen around Manhattan are for about 2000-4000/month!
Look hard, you might find something decent in your price range. Good luck with your plans.
Not a Brit, I am from NYC. I love it and want to return home one day in a couple of years. I liev in Glasgow at the moment.
Manhattan.. very expensive, all I have to say (and I'm sure you knew that) but there has got to be some decent apartments perhaps downtown like financial district or the east village I saw a few there that were about 1800-2000/month (and that is the cheapest I've found! ). Upper Manhattan, such as Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood also have apartments that are in about the same price range. I personally would not live in Harlem, it used to be quite a rough area but I heard they were trying to improve it (in what way I've no clue) But most apartments I've seen around Manhattan are for about 2000-4000/month!
Look hard, you might find something decent in your price range. Good luck with your plans.
Sep 11th 2006, 5:19 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by BrigieDarling
... and then there's Connectuicut!
Under an hour from NYC by car and probably minutes by train. (Not many Brits here though) It's very pretty here, and civilised... they cook the sushi at our Dunkin Donuts!
Under an hour from NYC by car and probably minutes by train. (Not many Brits here though) It's very pretty here, and civilised... they cook the sushi at our Dunkin Donuts!
Only downer in CT - you can't buy alcohol on a Sunday!
Sep 11th 2006, 5:20 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by newbieloubie
Connecticut's not bad .......Only downer in CT - you can't buy alcohol on a Sunday!
Sep 11th 2006, 5:22 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by Elvira
Can you drink it though?
We ensure that we stock up on Saturday!!
My problem is that as I get older - I'm losing my drinking capacity!
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Sep 11th 2006, 5:24 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by newbieloubie
You can get a drink in a bar or a restuarant - but you can't buy it in a liquor store or a supermarket. They drape blankets over the beer in Stop & Shop!
We ensure that we stock up on Saturday!!
We ensure that we stock up on Saturday!!
Thanks for the info - I'll bear that in mind if I ever get to Connecticut.
Though my question was rhetorical...
Sep 11th 2006, 8:03 pm
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Re: Brits in New York
Originally Posted by newbieloubie
My problem is that as I get older - I'm losing my drinking capacity!