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What Makes Palo Alto so Attractive to Live and Work in

May 3, 2019 by James Clark

What Makes Palo Alto so Attractive to Live and Work in

Weather

When it comes to Palo Alto’s weather you will find that the summers are long and warm. The winters tend to be quite short in addition to being cloudy and wet. Temperatures tend to vary throughout the year from 44 degrees Fahrenheit up to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Weather-wise the best time to be in Palo Alto is in June through to September as the weather during these months is usually glorious.

Neighborhoods

Palo Alto is home to approximately 36 different neighborhoods and they all have a different atmosphere, layout, and names. Most of the neighborhoods in this part of the world are known as being quite friendly and tight-knit which is wonderful. In fact, those visiting Palo Alto often find out for themselves how friendly the locals are.

The neighborhoods in this part of the world are all known for evolving from time to time as people move out and new families move in. However, you can be sure that no matter which part of Palo Alto you move to you will be made welcome.

Entertainment

When it comes to entertainment Palo Alto certainly isn’t short of it. You can expect to find many art galleries, movie theatres, and much more. Junior Museum and Zoo is a good place to start as is the Downtown Palo Alto Famer’s Market. Monte Bello Open Space Preserve is the ideal destination if you love taking hikes or spending time outdoors.

The Peabody Fine Art Gallery and Framing is a good place to visit if you want to enjoy a bit of culture. The Palo Alto Festival of Arts is always well worth visiting as is the Rodin Sculpture Garden. If you get your kicks from shopping you’ll be pleased to know that the area is full to the brim of shopping malls. Stanford shopping center is a good place to start as is Charleston Shopping center. You’ll never be short of great things to do in Palo Alto, that’s for sure.

Job Opportunities

When it comes to job opportunities in Palo Alto you can be sure that there are many. The area is home to Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Nest Labs, SAP Ariba, and Varian Medical Systems to name but a few. “There never seems to be a shortage of jobs in Palo Alto, making it a great place to live and work.” – says Dan Miller, CEO of Empire Movers Palo Alto.

The Most Common Reasons why People Move to Palo Alto

– Its Nature

Palo Alto is not just known for its wonderful restaurants, it’s also known for its nature preserves and parks. Home to approximately 36,000 trees that are cared for by the city, if you love nature, Palo Alto is the place to be.

– Its Opportunities

You may also wish to move to the area because Palo Alto is home to Hewlett Packard, Google, and Facebook. It’s also home to Sanford University making it the ideal place to live if you want to get a degree and a very good job.

– It’s Ideal for Kids

Palo Alto is the ideal place to live if you’re a kid or you have kids. The area has a zoo, a garden railway, and some incredible museums. During the months of September to April kids often love to visit the outdoor ice rink at Winter Lodge.

If you want to move to somewhere very special you need to consider moving to Palo Alto. This part of the world really does have something for everyone. With many jobs available, great things to do and a great university, it’s no wonder more and more people are moving here.

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: california, palo alto, usa

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About James Clark

James Clark is a travel writer, photographer and digital nomad at www.nomadicnotes.com.

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