New York, commonly known as ‘The Big Apple’ and ‘The City That Never Sleeps’, is the most populated city in America.
And with so much to see and do, it’s no surprise that 8.4 million people call New York their home.
Famous for yellow taxis, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, the Yankees, and the Guggenheim Museum, NYC is diverse, fast-paced and exciting.
As one of the world’s financial centres, New York has, unsurprisingly, a stable economy.
The city has on offer a wide range of job opportunities.
For example, in September 2021, New York’s unemployment rate was just 9.8%.
Some of the most common jobs associated with New York are in Financial Services, Healthcare, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing and Education.
Currently, the main areas where the New York economy has a skills shortage are:
New York City is a melting pot of diverse cultures, literature, arts, music and sport.
From Broadway for world-class live shows to the Yankee Stadium for thrilling baseball games, the city is packed with things to keep you entertained.
And for those history buffs who like immersing themselves in the past, The Met Museum is home to over 5,000 years of art from around the world.
Music-lovers will be spoiled for choice, too, with the city hosting concerts all year round.
Film-lovers can nostalgically revisit the scenes of childhood favourites like Home Alone or take a walk through the most filmed location in the world – Central Park – which has over 500 movie credits.
From the countless parks to a number of dog-friendly art galleries, your pooch can be in tow wherever you go when wandering around New York. With average annual costs of $775, New York was also one of the cheapest places to raise a dog in our study.
Walkthrough the iconic Central Park with your pooch, with designated off-leash areas, and over 15 dog fountains to explore. So, if you’re considering making the move to The Big Apple, you can rest assured that your four-legged friends will love their new home.
Manhattan came second for the best place in New York for pet lovers with over 240 vets and pet stores meaning your furry friend will never be short of treats!
Traditional international removal services aid your relocation by offering the transportation of your belongings from one country to another, often by air or sea freight.
A traditional international removals company is the perfect option if you need to ship large, bulky items, including beds, sofas or even your car.
Costs and transit times can vary greatly depending on the scale of your move and the type of shipping service you choose, so it’s essential to make yourself aware of the different options available.
Container shipping is arguably the most affordable international removals method.
But keep in mind, it can be an exceptionally slow voyage – you could be waiting for up to two months for your belongings to arrive with you in the USA.
You will make significant savings when you opt for sea freight over air freight.
Most international removals companies will deliver your possessions straight to your door. However, it is vital to be aware that some may require you to arrange transportation to and from ports yourself.
Air freight is a much faster shipping method, as it is typically priced by weight and volume.
As a result, it is arguably the more costly option of the two.
Again, most international removals companies will offer a full door to door delivery service, whereas some may require you to arrange the transportation of your items to and from the airports yourself.
9 hours ago
Good service but quite expensive, especially when you are only sending your baggage to another city in the same country! they should charge less for shipments within the country.
13 hours ago
Fantastic service! I booked for 2 boxes to be sent from Sweden to the UK and was unaware of the wait time for the ToR number application but MyBaggage customer support were so helpful with letting me change my collection date to a later date (replied quickly via email on a Sunday!). Both boxes were collected and delivered safely, bang on time. I only wish I would've sent all my stuff with them instead of splitting it with my checked in bags - the excess weight charge almost cost me the same as the 2 boxes! Would highly recommend to anyone moving abroad or back home.
15 hours ago
As a 'My Baggage' Newby I was a little apprehensive about using an alternative courier to collect my sons personal belongings from England to Northern Ireland. I had nothing to worry about as I was so impressed at the speed and and professionalism of this company. I have seen the adverts and good reviews and I have to say it is all true. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to move your students between A and B, as that is my experience. Thank you so much. I have a Canterbury student and I will definitely be using 'My Baggage'
My Baggage specialises in shipping personal effects all over the world.
However, for security and customs reasons, certain items are considered prohibited.
Therefore, as a general rule, you can be sure that the following items are prohibited:
We also recommend researching what may be prohibited from entry into America before booking your shipment, as import allowances differ worldwide.
Certain items may be specifically restricted from entry into the US by customs and/or quarantine.
In addition, some items can be carried with My Baggage, but that may not be covered under our compensation cover.
Proceeding will be at your own risk.
If you decide to send any non-compensation items with My Baggage, please ensure they are packaged appropriately, with internal packaging for fragile items.
Find out more about My Baggage’s prohibited and non-compensation items.
9 hours ago
Good service but quite expensive, especially when you are only sending your baggage to another city in the same country! they should charge less for shipments within the country.
13 hours ago
Fantastic service! I booked for 2 boxes to be sent from Sweden to the UK and was unaware of the wait time for the ToR number application but MyBaggage customer support were so helpful with letting me change my collection date to a later date (replied quickly via email on a Sunday!). Both boxes were collected and delivered safely, bang on time. I only wish I would've sent all my stuff with them instead of splitting it with my checked in bags - the excess weight charge almost cost me the same as the 2 boxes! Would highly recommend to anyone moving abroad or back home.
15 hours ago
As a 'My Baggage' Newby I was a little apprehensive about using an alternative courier to collect my sons personal belongings from England to Northern Ireland. I had nothing to worry about as I was so impressed at the speed and and professionalism of this company. I have seen the adverts and good reviews and I have to say it is all true. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to move your students between A and B, as that is my experience. Thank you so much. I have a Canterbury student and I will definitely be using 'My Baggage'