05-23-2005, 11:34 AM | #1 |
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G'day everyone. Haven't posted in a while, for a good reason - I've been pretty busy applying to MBA programs. Since I only made a decision to apply around late Jan, I had to hustle big-time to get all my applications into 4th round US and UK programs. Basically I had to:
So I guess I'll soon be moving from Sydney to Boston! Can anyone give me any insiders' insights about Boston, mainly on the following:
I'm quite excited about this. I'll be able to a ) finally visit Z; and b ) organise a New England Ironworkers Catchup for all you lazy NE buggers out there. [img]tongue.gif[/img] Look forward to some feedback. [img]smile.gif[/img] [ 05-23-2005, 11:37 AM: Message edited by: Memnoch ] |
05-23-2005, 11:56 AM | #2 |
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Ummm,
Memnoch (really not used to calling u this) "CONGRATULATION". And Good Luck mate .. hope u do well. |
05-23-2005, 12:20 PM | #3 |
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Congratulations!
But otherwise... Not a clue!
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05-23-2005, 12:30 PM | #4 |
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If it's a choice between Boston and Bloomington, it's no choice at all. Really.
I have a friend in med school out there--originally from Chicago--and she has written long emails on why living in Bloomington is making Seppuku seem like an attractive prospect. Boston, on the other hand, is a lovely city with character. It's close to other cities with character. The only advantage that Bloomington has is its relatively low costs, compared to Boston. Not sure about bringing pets into the US, but I think they have to have some kind microchip implanted.
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05-23-2005, 12:52 PM | #5 |
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On pets, check with the local US counsel. I think there may be some sort of quarantine and you have to have all the shots up to date. But get the official word before packing up the pet(s).
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05-23-2005, 12:58 PM | #6 |
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Well, don't expect to find a half decent basketballteam overthere.
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05-23-2005, 01:26 PM | #7 |
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As I said before, great news, Memsie!
About the apartment and pet rules- you may have to check with individual landlords as in most cities out this way it's up to them if they allow a pet or not. You have more luck with a small indoor only pet but you may need to pay a special additional fee or deposit or both. Also, I would check with the US customs people about bringing her in, there may be quarrantine laws that make her have to stay at the port of entry for a certain amount of time or you may need a file drawer full of certificates and proofs of immunizations/spaying etc. Boston's a big enough city, dear! Some parts are wild, some are dignified and stodgy and a lot is in between. Have to admit I've not been in ages so I don't have much specific info for you but I'm betting someone here will. Isn't Chewbacca in the Boston area? I've got a few friends who were in Boston not long ago but moved...I'll see what I can find out.
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05-23-2005, 01:30 PM | #8 |
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Money is not a problem for memnoch i guess.
Boston is the Best option Man,. |
05-23-2005, 02:33 PM | #9 |
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I'm checking a couple things out for you in reference to bringing Mikka over...at least as far as any quarantine restrictions, etc., but Amber has the right of it when you get down to a specific apartment...you'll have to check with the individual landlord.
Can you ask the college for information? Surely they've had others come from overseas and they might have some sources of information pertaining to available local residences (including whether or not they accept pets) and even, possibly, information about US regulations on bringing your pet from Australia. |
05-23-2005, 02:48 PM | #10 |
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Okay...here's a few sites I found that may help:
pettravel bringing your pet overseas Also, the embassy phone message suggests you visit www.austemb.org and, if you have further questions, you can call 888-990-8888 (toll free, but if it would still cost you and you don't want that phone bill, let me know what questions you want asked and I'll make the call for you [img]smile.gif[/img] ). Good luck, dear and Congrats! |
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