Reviews & Comments
Reno, NV
Depends on what you're looking for, but Reno sure -
12/12/2007IF you aspire to live in an over-priced cookie-cutter-McMansion in an endless sprawl of overpriced suburban developments, be a good little consumer in endless strip-mall hell, drive a jacked up truck with a vanity-plate (which you'll drive everywhere as there's no real public transport), and possibly develop a meth-addiction: IF this is what you seek, Reno might be a good choice.
Ok, there are some things I like about this crazy place: As long as you're happy driving everywhere, it's pretty easy to get around, and no real traffic issues to speak of. Plenty of parks and trails in and around Reno, with much outdoor recreation within an hours drive - lakes, mountains and desert. A developing arts and culture scene. Plenty of opportunity to start something cool (arts organisation, non-profit, etc) cuz chances are, Reno hasn't got one yet of whatever it is you want to start. And the best thing about Reno? So easy to leave town.
Kamas, UT
Quiet, affordable, has most of what you need and o -
5/9/2007Peaceful little semi-rural community, with most services you'd need for a simple life: mid-sized grocery store, 2 nice restaurants, 4 or 5 other cafes/take out places, even has a little cinema. Yes, at least half your neighbours are mormon, and will keep to themselves, but there's a live-and-let-live atmosphere. Not the place if you're looking for cultural diversity, sophistication, nightlife... but for us it's been a great affordable alternative to living in Park City/Snyderville, which is an easy 20 min drive on a good, un-trafficked road, with spectacular views of the Wasatch range and Jordanelle reservoir on the way.
Park City, UT
Outdoors, Ski Bums, and Hummers -
7/26/2006Fast growing population of second home owners with their expensive toys and lifestyles, served by "the other half" - ski bums and a few middle class families, who work for sub-standard wages and live in very sub-standard housing. Endless outdoor opportunities. Move here if that's what you're into. We're getting out, looking for a town with a bit more soul and conscience, where your average person can still afford to buy a house.