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When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.
Living in Olathe
Olathe is the fifth largest city in Kansas and has seen rapid growth in recent years. It is also known by the nickname as ‘the cowboy boot capital’ due to a number of popular cowboy boot manufacturers originating in the city. The city has plenty to offer expats living in Olathe, with a number of historical buildings and attractions to visit. Some of the most popular places to visit include the Olathe City Hall as well as various small museums. As a growing city, Olathe has a lot to offer in terms of entertainment, with a large number of restaurants in the city as well as bars and retail areas. Expats living in Olathe will be able to enjoy the city’s surroundings as well as its friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
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Moving to Olathe
Olathe has been recognized as being high up on the ‘100 best cities to live in the US’, with a reasonable cost of living and a wide range of housing available. Olathe is described as having a ‘humid-continental’ climate which consists of hot summers and colder winters, the latter often accompanied by snowfall. The city is home to a number of recommended schools, which will please expatriates moving to Olathe with families, whilst the MidAmerica Nazarene University is also located in the city. The easiest way to get around Olathe is by car, however, there is a public transport network which consists of buses operating in the city as well as connecting Olathe to other parts of Johnson County. Expats moving to Olathe will benefit from joining InterNations which is a great online expat community designed to give expatriates the opportunity to interact and connect. Get in touch with fellow expats living in Olathe or other parts of the US via InterNations in order to find out information about your new location and answer to any questions that you have about Olathe and relocating to Kansas.
Working in Olathe
Olathe has a number of opportunities for expatriates looking to work in the city, whilst it is also possible to commute to other areas of the county for work. Some of the top employers in Olathe include the transport, education and healthcare sectors whilst there are a number of high profile companies with a base in the area including Honeywell, Garmin, Aldi and the Farmers Insurance Group. The Federal Aviation Administration is also a key employer in the area, and expats working in Olathe may be able to find opportunities in this field. For more information about finding work in Olathe as well as other details about factors such as housing, education, transport, the local culture, or simply expatriation in general, expats in Olathe may benefit from joining InterNations. Our global online community made up of thousands of expatriates and global minds from over 190 different nationalities enables you to share advice and information, or simply network and socialize.
- Brian Norris
When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.
- Caroline Stiles
In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. InterNations holds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.
