"As I sat on the beach in Miami with my sunglasses on and the turquoise waters in front of me, I found myself thinking one thing: I could get used to this. Although I'm a Los Angeles native, I've often thought about what it would be like to live somewhere else. Other than a brief stint studying abroad in Barcelona during college, I've never lived outside LA."
"I'd visited for short weekend trips, but never for an extended period. As a Californian, I was definitely drawn to its year-round warm weather and beaches. And after spending just two months in the Florida city, I was smitten and pleasantly surprised by how well I could envision myself living there."
"During my trip, I stayed in a few areas of the city - South of Fifth, Edgewater, Brickell, North Miami, and Coconut Grove - to see which neighborhood I liked best. Most people I know who've relocated to Miami have landed in Edgewater, a residential neighborhood lined with sleek high-rises and bay views. However, I found myself drawn to West Avenue, the west side of South Beach. It's steps from Biscayne Bay with tons of fitness studios and bustling cafés. Many people I met in this area seemed to love outdoor activities and low-key nights - it was nice connecting with like-minded neighbors."
I grew up in Los Angeles and have often wondered about living elsewhere. I spent two months living in Miami and found the city easy to imagine as home. The February weather averaged 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the beaches and year-round warmth appealed to me. I stayed in South of Fifth, Edgewater, Brickell, North Miami, and Coconut Grove to compare neighborhoods. I felt most drawn to West Avenue on the west side of South Beach, close to Biscayne Bay, fitness studios, and bustling cafés. I made friends and connected with neighbors who favored outdoor activities and low-key nights.
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