- 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.
Living in Scottsdale, Arizona
“The West’s most Western Town” is how Scottsdale portrays itself, though the city is also known for the high quality of life and affluent lifestyle of its citizens. With over seventy resorts and hotels, Scottsdale has become a premier golf and leisure destination. Located in the Salt River Valley, Scottsdale can be found in the eastern part of Maricopa County, Arizona. The year round warm weather and arid desert climate enables expats living in Scottsdale to enjoy the many activities which take place in the city, including the Jaycees Pavada del Sol, a month-long celebration of the wild west, and the compact old town area, with its old-fashioned shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs, which at night becomes a vibrant and exciting scene. And organizing a visit to Taliesin West, the winter home and school of Frank Lloyd Wright, and the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, with its old railroad cars and antique carousel, in the company of fellow expatriates is certainly possible as a member of InterNations, the online community for expats.
Moving to Scottsdale
The local airport is mainly the preserve of corporate and business flight traffic, and so an expatriate moving to Scottsdale will most likely fly into the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport instead, before arriving in Scottsdale via the state freeway system. Local bus services in the city are somewhat erratic and do not run in the evenings, so automobiles are the main means of transport in Scottsdale. Local real estate is very expensive, with property rentals similarly priced, so newly arrived expats in Scottsdale may find it easier to stay in one of the many leisure resorts as a long-term resident. Regardless of where an expatriate is relocating to, the process of relocation always requires planning, but even the most experienced expat may need advice at times. The international community in Scottsdale is accessible via the InterNations portal, and our members are always ready to give practical tips to help you through the process of relocating abroad. Plus, socializing and networking through InterNations may well produce contacts for business and social activities in the city.
Working in Scottsdale
The Scottsdale economy is predominantly based on tourism and corporate hospitality, though the University of Phoenix and the Arizona State University have a presence in the city. The main central business disctrict in Scottsdale is the Airpark, with commerce, retail, and service sector companies established there, together with technology, design and manufacturing businesses. Expatriates working in Scottsdale will find many leisure activities within the city and in the surrounding desert and mountains to enjoy, and the local InterNations members may well organize a social calendar of events and meetings to take advantage of what is on offer. An international cuisine is available in the various high-end restaurants in Scottsdale, whilst the more adventurous expatriate in Scottsdale may choose Jeep treks, hiking and mountain biking trips. And regardless of favorite pastimes, expats living in Scottsdale can be certain of a warm welcome on InterNations!
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- 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.
