- 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 Syracuse, New York State
Syracuse is located in Onondaga County in New York and is one of the largest cities in the state. Syracuse is a major economic center in the area as well as being a hub for education, whilst its name is influenced by the Sicilian town Siracusa. The city is known by the nickname ‘the Emerald City’ because of its commitment to greener environmental policies. Expats living in Syracuse will find plenty on offer in the city and will be able to take advantage of attractions such as the Everson Museum of Art, with works of art and pottery from American artists which date back to the 18th century, the Warehouse Gallery, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park which is home to over 700 animals, and many other galleries and museums. Expatriates living in Syracuse will also be able to enjoy the city’s many outdoor spaces and parks and soak up the lively music scene featuring jazz, classical and popular music, as well as take part in annual festivals such as the Syracuse Shakespeare Festival and others.
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Moving to Syracuse
Syracuse is a fantastic city and has a much lower cost of living than other major cities in the area, particularly New York City. With a sub continental climate, Syracuse tends to have hot and humid summers with cold winters, and a higher average snowfall than most other cities in the US. The city is conveniently located for travel, with road links to other parts of the US as well as a number of train services and the Syracuse Hancock International Airport which, while international in name, serves mostly only national flights. Buses are the main mode of public transport within the city itself. Syracuse is known for having excellent education facilities, ideal for expatriates moving to Syracuse with families, whilst Syracuse University is the main further education institution in the area. To get more information about life as an expat in Syracuse, expatriates would benefit from signing up to InterNations where they can not only take advantage of the website’s many great features but interact directly with fellow expats who may be able to advise those new to Syracuse about life in the city.
Working in Syracuse
Any expatriate hoping to work in Syracuse will find a number of opportunities in the city and whilst some industries and government work has seen a decline, there are still jobs available in the area. The city’s main economic drivers are the healthcare and education sectors, with Syracuse University being one of the largest employers in the city. The service industry is another large employer in the city whilst expats working in Syracuse may also find roles in retail and leisure due to a number of shopping areas present in the area. By joining InterNations, expats in Syracuse can connect with others of a similar mind-set who may be able to offer advice and information about working in Syracuse as well as other subjects such as housing, schools, transport and more. InterNations has a growing online community ready with tips and information to help expatriates settle into their new life abroad.
- 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.
