Welcome to New York.

Is this the most exciting city on the planet? Probably. The city of the 'get it done yesterday' mentality, of world-famous landmarks - Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Wall Street. The financial and media hub of the US, it may have entered a fiscal downturn in the 2000s but it's still hurried and daunting to newcomers. And especially if you want to hit the ground running, you need to be primed for what to expect. Wake up, you're in the city that never sleeps - and this is where you find all the essentials.

Getting There
From A to Z: visas, permits, tickets and shippers. Need a taxi from the airport? We’ll tell you how much it costs. A hotel or a short-term apartment - we give the data, you choose. And if you want to know what to expect of the people, culture, service, or safety, look here.

Living There
Should you live in Manhattan, or move out to Connecticut or New Jersey? We help you decide with extensive housing information. And once in your home, what about phones, utilities, appliances, healthcare, pets, transport, money. For the best intelligence, explore this space.

Raising Kids There
The critical stuff: the best schools with entry requirements, curriculum and fees. Pre-school, child care, and nannies, or where to find a pediatrician. And for free time – family restaurants, amusement parks, things to see and do.

Playing There
New York is a hedonist and connoisseur's paradise. The best of culture and the best of fun things to do - from grand opera to laid-back jazz. We filter and select what is really unmissable in the Big Apple, from its most fabulous eateries to its most 'in' clubs.

Working There
How do New Yorkers do business? We’ll give you pointers on business behavior, as well as advice on how to get started; where to rent offices, find reliable lawyers, decipher banking and tax liabilities, hire staff, find a translator and show you which are the best networking groups to join.

Spouse Survival Kit
So you are here with your partner? Does that mean you have to sit at home? Our survival kit helps you make the leap – form friendships, find work, join clubs, network, take courses, keep busy.


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