For those who’ve lived in both Europe and the USA, I would like to hear your take. What do you love about each place, and what drawbacks have you noticed? Whether it’s the Old World charm of Europe or the dynamic lifestyle in the USA, spill the beans. In the end, what was the game-changer that made you pick one over the other and if you could share the decision-making behind your preferred choice.
Dual US/EU citizen, had three priorities:
Nowhere in Europe provides all three. It’s either one or two of these. California it was and it is. Don’t regret the move here at all
I miss Cali but it’s so expensive and all my friend groups are moving away to raise their families. For my career DC will always be better with higher salaries than CA so it’s just not an option anymore. My old townhouse I rented for $1950 in 2019 is now going for $2900. The housing market is not sustainable for middle incomes but I miss the sun and the beach