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[quote=Anonymous]I lived in London, then DC, then London again, and now back in DC, so I feel very qualified to comment on this.

London is much more like NY than DC. It is much bigger and much older, with all the advantages and disadvantages that come with that. Here is my analysis:

Public transport is often crowded and expensive, but you can get anywhere on it, unlike DC. 
Driving in London is a nightmare compared to DC.

People: much better sense of humor on average in the UK, and generally less self-important and work-obsessed. More variety of people across the board.

Standard of living: no doubt DC is much higher. Plumbing, fridges, size of flats/houses, cars, air con. No question.

Mini-breaks: from London you can be in Seville or Berlin or Ghent in an hour or two. Plus with the greater vacation time you can take advantage of it all. DC’s options are much more limited/less interesting.

Weather : I don’t need to say it. Though it never gets as hellish as DC in July/August, nor are the winters quite as cold. It is the lack of sunshine that is the real problem.

Restaurants/food/nightlife: London has something for everyone. High end Indian cuisine, great Italian and French, cheap Malsy eats. The quality of food in Waitrose is much higher, and food much cheaper, than Wholefoods. Great pubs, beer gardens, clubs. London has a clear advantage.

Overall, DC is better for convenience and lifestyle, London for cultural life/fun.[/quote]

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