Corona resident Dan Jey points out a few things that those moving to California should be prepared for.

1. 4 THINGS PEOPLE
MOVING TO
CALIFORNIA
SHOULD EXPECT
Dan Jey

2. Warm weather, beautiful natural views, and
vibrant city life: what isn’t there to love
about California?

3. ...if you're looking forward to the warm climate
and laid-back culture - but for out-of-towners,
it can be difficult to know what to expect if
they are new to the area. Once you push
through the bustle of packing and moving,
you’ll find yourself needing to adapt to your
new life as a Californian. Below, I’ve outlined a
few aspects of California life you’ll certainly
come across.
MAKING THE
MOVE TO THE
WEST COAST
CAN BE
EXCITING...

4. VALET PARKING
Valet parking is extremely
common at many different
establishments in California due
to a lack of readily-accessible
parking spaces. Don't be
surprised if you find valet parking
available at your neighborhood
Denny's, or even at a local bar!
Valet service poses a convenient
way to safely handle your car and
save you the time you might
otherwise spend fruitlessly
searching for a parking spot.

5. HEALTHY
LIFESTYLES
Most people in California practice
a healthy lifestyle that prioritizes
eating organic food and
exercising regularly throughout
the week. Practicing yoga or
going on a bike ride is encouraged
and common to those who want to
improve their health. You'll find
plenty of restaurants that cater
this healthy-eating culture by
featuring organic or gluten-free
menu items.

6. TRAFFIC
Prepare to sit in traffic when you
turn onto the highway. Cities in
California tend to be densely
populated; as a result, commuters
often spend much longer on the
road each day than they might
have in a less congested area.
Commute times during the week
are long, and movement during the
weekends isn’t much better.
However, you may be able to cut
down on travel time by taking
pricier - but faster! - toll roads.
Most cities in California also have
well-run public transit systems if
you would prefer to avoid the
highway jam.

7. FASHION
Though Los Angeles might be the
most fashion-conscious city in the
state, California as a whole is
known for its vibrant fashion
scene. Many people embrace
designer labels and polished
clothing, leading to an impressive
mix of fashionable looks in the
city. This trend towards fashion
does encourage investment in
pricey clothing - so be aware of
how much you spend on your
appearance if you face budgetary
constraints!

8. CLIMATE
You won't find heavy rain or snow
in California, where the
temperature is almost always warm
- regardless of whether it’s in the
middle of summer or in the depths
of winter. This consistent climate
and the state’s geography allows
for a great deal of flexibility.
While you can enjoy heading out to
the beach or lounge poolside in any
season, you also have the option of
traveling to one of the state’s
many mountain ranges to take
part in cold-weather sports such
as skiing and snowboarding.

9. THANKS!
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