Mamaroneck, Westchester County

Mamaroneck, Westchester County

When my husband was assigned to New York for his current assignment, we were torn about where to live. Having lived once before in New York, as young singles, we'd had the city experience, and now with teenagers decided to look for a place in Westchester County, just...
Harlem

Harlem

Surely, for those of us moving to New York after years in various postings in Africa and Asia, the first barrier to making the most of our new surroundings is coming to terms with the high apartment rental costs in this city. Finding a tolerable balance between rent...
Roosevelt Island

Roosevelt Island

For many UN families unfamiliar with NYC the choice of a place to live can be quite challenging. Very often they base this important decision on the proximity to work and schools, easy commute and cost of living. Some go by the recommendation from friends and this is...
Park Slope, Brooklyn

Park Slope, Brooklyn

When we arrived in New York City 4 years ago we temporary rented an apartment on Roosevelt Island. We liked the slower pace of the island but decided that wanted a neighborhood with a bit more vibe and charm so we started looking for apartments in different areas......