Posted Apr 15, 2014, 4:15 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
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I moved here from the West Coast of BC almost a year ago (holy time has FLOWN BY) and I'd like to think I've adapted to the city fairly well. The only things I've complained about, and could do without is pretty much everything to do with the nasty winter we just had! It was cold, snowy, dark (rolling blackouts!) and definitely the hardest and longest Winter I've ever been through. But, coming from the rainiest settlement in North America, it gave me a dose of what "real" Canadian Winters are all about!
Getting around town on the Metrobus does suck some times, especially if you don't plan ahead and don't leave yourself with enough time to get to your destination. The busses do break down, they do get delayed, and sometimes you have to take the next bus. Buuuuut, there is free Wifi on most busses, you can earn Air Miles with every ride, and they have a pre-loaded card system so you don't have to carry cash. There is also an app for all the schedules, and it will show you exactly where your bus is, and if it's on time.
Exploring the city has been the best part of being here. There is so much history to learn about, things to see, and places to go! I still go up to Signal Hill almost every week, been to Cape Spear numerous times, and go for drives and walks downtown just to see what's going on. I'm pretty excited the snow is gone and it's warmer out, so now I can get back out and explore the hundreds of km's of walking and hiking trails around town! I just picked up a new rain jacket and some new hikers at Intersport at the Avalon Mall, so now I'm set!
It IS expensive to buy food here - milk is over $4 for a 2L, but sometimes you can get 2 for $7. Fruit and veggies are even worse, not to mention the quality and freshness isn't the greatest :-( a lot are half spoiled before you buy them. There is no shortage of places to go out to eat here, whether you like fast food, good for you food, or fine dining. Just be ready to pay the price for it, because it's not cheap either, but always a good time eating downtown, specially on a weekend, when the city comes alive with extra visitors!
I honestly could write a lot more, but it's already been said by the guys ahead of me. St. John's is an amazing place to be, and their schooling is top notch, and cheap! If you, or your daughter have any questions, feel free to pm me, and I'll do my best to help you out!
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