Ask HN: Have you emigrated recently? Where to and why?
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Moved from Russia to Serbia a couple of months ago. Even though Serbia is a decade behind Russia in terms of services, public transport, road infrastructure with dirtier cities, higher taxes and rent, I feel better because my social life improved drastically. I like it here, but will eventually move on to Europe or L1B
Not yet, but next week my wife and I will move from Estonia to Toronto.
Why? Because I’m American and can’t stand being treated like a second class citizen in a country that is rampantly xenophobic.
Why? Because I’m American and can’t stand being treated like a second class citizen in a country that is rampantly xenophobic.
This is the first time I’ve heard about this about Estonia. They’re supposed to be competing for global startups so that’s very surprising to hear. Would you mind elaborating on your experience?
Doesn’t matter what the actions of the government are if the general citizenry makes life unliveable.
I moved within a country. The US is fairly large, and the states have such different legal environments that it feels almost like another country. The abdication of Congress in many areas of governance has placed undue influence in the state governments. Moving from a somewhat progressive area to within a "red state" has been a culture shock to say the least. At least there's plenty of water here for now.
> The abdication of Congress in many areas of governance has placed undue influence in the state governments.
Don't forget the 10th amendment. State governments having power over their laws is a feature not a bug.
Don't forget the 10th amendment. State governments having power over their laws is a feature not a bug.
Can you explain more on the "culture shock"?. I'm not American, just curious...
America is the second? Largest nation in the world comprised of many immigrants and the descendants of immigrants. Culturally, there remains much variation in population from state to state. As there are only two political parties essentially, the views and rhetoric of either side are dramatically and diametrically opposed in manner and focus. Moving from a primarily "blue" or Democratic area to a primarily "red" or Republican area is a very different culture.
Moved from Italy to Belgium for a better salary as a developer. EU migration is relatively easy. Learning the language is harder
I moved from Vancouver, Canada to Vienna, Austria 2 years ago, for the European lifestyle and improved quality of life. (The city was decided by the location of my partner)
Moved from Toronto to San Diego quite recently. Money, weather & West Coast lifestyle.