Things you need to know before moving from LV to Brooklyn

You are living in Las Vegas but now you have decided to move to Brooklyn. And there are a lot of questions that come to your mind. Will you like it? Is it different? Will moving from LV to Brooklyn change me and my way of life? So many questions and here you can get some answers. As to everything in life, there are pros and cons and it is up to you to decide what is best but before your decision, you should always be well informed.

The main difference between Las Vegas and Brooklyn

Well, first of all before you move you need to be aware that NYC is 3 hours ahead of Las Vegas. That means if you are getting up at 9 am while living in Las Vegas it’s already noon in New York. Keeping that in mind let’s mention also that when you do move to Brooklyn, it will take around 5 hours, by a plane of course. So, if your flight is at 10 am you will be in New York around 18 pm. Sounds like a waste of time, but it’s not it’s just a different time zone and you will get used to it, don’t worry.

Know your time difference before moving from LV to Brooklyn

          NYC is three hours ahead of LV 

Is it safer to live in Brooklyn?

Moving from LV to Brooklyn will make you wonder is it safer there, or is it dangerous? Always the same question. One of the most important things is to feel safe in your neighborhood. If you know someone who lives in Brooklyn, you should ask for their opinion but except the answer to be that New York, in fact, is safer then Las Vegas. Because if someone loves their city it’s New Yorkers. Maybe the best thing you can do regarding this question is in fact to check all the forums you can find online regarding safety in New York, particularly Brooklyn. It’s always better to hear an objective opinion.

Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge by night, with beautiful lights

Moving from LV to Brooklyn will make you wonder: Where’s food better?

Honestly, food is great in both places. No one can say that food is better in NYC than in Las Vegas and vice versa. It all depends on your taste. Moving from LV to Brooklyn will definitely make you try some new food but all in all, food can taste great in both cities, it all depends what you like. But one thing is sure and that is that both cities have some places that you must go to:

  • Dunkin Donuts (NYC)
  • In-N-Out Burger (Las Vegas)
  • Juliana’s pizza (NYC, Brooklyn)

Lifestyle

Yes, some things will change. The apartment where you will be living when you move to Brooklyn will probably be smaller then you used to. But think in a positive direction, if you have decided to move to Manhattan instead to Brooklyn your space for a living would be even smaller and more expensive. One more important thing to know is that while in Las Vegas you need a vehicle to get somewhere in Brooklyn that’s different. The main reason is that there are a lot of taxi vehicles and subway. With subway, you can get to Queens, Manhattan or whatever other parts of the city you like in less than half an hour from Brooklyn. This is one of the answers to the question should you be moving to New York.

Costs

Before you move you need to be aware that New York is very expensive. But keep in mind that you are moving to Brooklyn and not to Manhattan. Life in Brooklyn is way cheaper than for example in Manhattan. At least rents are lower. Las Vegas, in fact, is cheaper than New York, but if you have decided to move to Brooklyn you are probably already well aware of that. But, do not be disappointed. There are things that are cheaper in Brooklyn than in Las Vegas. Either way, you should always see the bright side of your move. When you find the job you want your income will probably be higher than it was in Las Vegas since the life standard is different.

Keep in mind the weather

It’s a bit different then you used to in sunny Las Vegas. There are more than hundred days of rain in New York in one year but then again maybe that can be the reason for your move. Maybe you need some rain and some snow. Because what’s Christmas without the snow.

Buildings seen through rain drops

In Brooklyn next to the sun you can enjoy some rain and snow

Watch TV shows

TV shows that took place in New York, either in Brooklyn or some other borough like Queens, or the Bronx will make you want to go there more than anything. If you ask someone who had been to Brooklyn or Manhattan they will tell you that it truly is like a TV show or a movie. If you don’t know what to watch here are some suggestions:

  • Sex and the city
  • Younger
  • Ugly Betty
  • The way we were

All of these movies and series will make you go there and try a new life as a Brooklynite.

There are a lot of great reasons to try to live a new life in Brooklyn. And you moving from LV to Brooklyn can be a risky choice. But, what is life without a little risk? If you have a chance to move to Brooklyn take it because Brooklyn will make you feel welcome and how will you spent the rest of your days there it’s all up to you, but a city like that will soon make you feel like home and you will never want to leave again.

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