Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Top INTERNATIONAL Cities for Young/Singles

Since we have touched on the top cities in the US for young/singles, we decided it would be interesting to look into international cities as well. Whether you are looking to move to find a job, a change of scenery or to fall in love, we have found the top cities to do so internationally.

According to Forbes.com, there are some fabulous places to live abroad all of which include rich culture, fabulous scenery and plenty of chances to meet people.

* Barcelona- Part of Barcelona's appeal is purely aesthetic. The city has a balmy climate, palm tree-lined streets and plenty of beaches and outdoor cafes. With its whimsical Gaudi architecture, its one of the most distinct-looking cities in the world and has become a meccfor aspiring architects. It's also a city devoted to the arts, with museums, jazz clubs and late-night salsa dancing. In addition, the city is strong in creative industries, such as Internet portal Terra Lycos. Barcelona also has plenty of sporting complexes such as Camp Nou, home of the soccer team Barcelona FC.

* Cape Town- Cape Town offers a laid-back lifestyle in a beautiful setting. The city looks like the best of San Fransisco and Los Angeles combined, with rolling hills, mountains, vineyards and beaches, all against the backdrop of Table Mountain. With all that natural beauty, the city draws international film crews and top modeling agencies. For jobs that don't require a hot body, Cape Town is also home to insurance companies such as Old Mutual, and Merrill Lynch.

*Dublin- Dubbed the "Silicon Bog" years ago because of the influx of high-tech companies like Microsoft and Dell, which built their European headquarters there, Dublin is still buzzing. The Temple Bar area is the place to be; it's where rock band U2, whose memebers are native sons, has its hotel, the Clarence. Dublin is becoming the software capital of Europe. Diageo's Guinness and Cadbury Schweppes are also located in the city and homegrown Ryanair is one of the few profitable airlines in the world.

*London- London is on par with New York for attracting people in banking, finance and media as well as students, yet its eminently more livable. Its possible to find a decent apartment there as well as a parking space. But strategic planning is necessary for going out, since pubs close at 11 p.m. and the Tube shuts down early. As headquarters for many of the world's largest oil and gas, insurance and banking companies- such as Aviva and HSBC- London is also one of the leading job markets in Europe.

*Ljubljana- Hipster Italians would have scoffed at the notion of spending a weekend in Ljubljana 10 years ago. These days, the Slovenian capital has become a destination for plenty of neighboring Europeans. The nightlife offers techno clubs in rustic villas as well as mellow jazz bars. Slovenia has been one of Eastern Europe's economic success stories. Pharmaceutical company Lek, which is responsible for a good chunk of the country's GDP, was recently acquired by Novartis at a 50% premium.

* Bombay- Although New Delhi has the best economy of any Indian city and is also one of the most elegant, there is hardly any nightlife there beyond private parties. All the action is happening in Mumbai (Bombay), which is the place to be if you're young. Bombay is India's economic center- where many American tech companies as well as homegrown ones employ many of the country's brightest young people. Bombay is also home to India's largest stock exchange and its banking industry.

*Paris- The French law restricting work to 35 hours a week makes this city even more appealing. The city draws students and young professionals from all over the world in nearly every industry, from banking and advertising to the arts. Paris is also home to the biggest cosmetics company in the world, L'Oreal.

*Reykjavik- You know all those things you've heard about Iceland being an island of friendly, 6-foot supermodels who like nothing better than to disco from Friday till Sunday? It's true. Though they are the descendants of marauding Vikings, Icelanders are among the most friendly and welcoming of Scandinavians. Then again, they have to be; tourism is the country's biggest industry after fishing.

*Stockholm- Stockholm is a city that's committed to nightlife. Stockholm itself, which is built over 14 islands, is gorgeous, with a mixture of medieval architecture and modern skyscrapers. Stockholm hosts the headquarters for Ericsson, Electrolux, Ikea, Saab and Volvo.

* Sydney- More than once, we've heard stories of people literally falling on their knees and crying at the Sydney airport when their visas have expired- and for a good reason. Sydney is most peoples idea of paradise since its a "real" city with thriving industries but also offers gorgeous beaches and near-perfect weather. Sydney has more than 20 beaches, and its not impossible for young professionals to afford a beachfront apartment.

To read the full article on the best international cities for singles, visit www.forbes.com. And dont forget, if you're looking into moving overseas, Consumers Relocation can arrange an International move for you!

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