There are many interesting and distinctive corners on our Earth that you would like to visit! Unfortunately, many of us cannot travel the whole world, therefore we find a solution to this problem in virtual travels that help to implement the appropriate resources: videos of travelers, programs, articles with photographs.
Of course, a virtual trip is different from a real stay somewhere, it can be compared with anything. Imagine you are looking at chocolate ice cream. Yes, you notice that the culinary staff beautifully designed it, you see its color, shape, and even read what ingredients it includes. But can this be compared with its use? Of course, we can call experience only what we ourselves will try, see, experience.
Therefore, we advise you to get inspired, save up money and go on a trip! All worries are left behind when you step on an unknown land, melting in itself so much interesting! Traveling is something that you never regret spending money on, because it brings joy! In the article you will learn about the most expensive cities in the world to live in 2018 - 2019: a rating of the best places in Europe and other countries - maybe one day you will want to visit one of them.
10. Zurich
Zurich - The largest city in Switzerland and the most expensive. This is a very rich city, where historically there was a culture of "big money": luxury cars, luxury shops with branded things, expensive goods.
It is noteworthy that here there are goods and services that both local residents and visitors can count on - there are much more analogues around the world.
Switzerland has always been the richest country in Europe, and Zurich is one of its economic capitals.
9. Auckland
Auckland - a city located in New Zealand. In a beautiful and modern city, favorable living conditions: good weather, the opportunity to get a quality education and get a decent job.
Auckland has its own distinctive atmosphere - despite the fact that it has skyscrapers, it is mainly a one-story city, which can be said about all the cities of New Zealand.
Auckland is on the list of the richest cities on our planet, all the trade and financial threads of the country converge here.
8. Geneva
A mild-looking city located in the south-west of Switzerland is known primarily for its high standard of living. IN Geneva the average monthly budget with two children is $ 3,000 (if we transfer to our money, it turns out 195,292 r) For a relatively small town this is quite a lot.
The town is quiet and calm, not suitable for travel, but measured life in a great place. There are practically no tourist shops here and no one is annoyingly inviting: “Would you like to visit us?” Geneva is an aristocratic city, here elderly people move in luxury cars, and children are bought expensive clothes from infancy.
Geneva is the financial center of the world, here are the headquarters of world companies. This is the best place to live.
7. Seoul
Seoul - The capital of the Republic of Korea, the largest city in South Korea. Magapolis is considered the most high-tech city in the world. Residents consider themselves followers of Buddhism, but people of other faiths also live here.
Seoul is considered the largest financial and industrial center in the world - more than 20 thousand plants and factories work here.
Interesting fact: a sign of good taste is the question: "Did you sleep well?" And champing here does not mean lack of culture, on the contrary, it suggests that the food is delicious.
6. Los Angeles
Los Angeles attracts many, but not everyone manages to linger in a rich and vibrant city, which is well located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. The city is famous for its unsurpassed beaches and a famous area called Hollywood.
This is not just a city, but a lifestyle. Those who dare to move to Los Angeles should understand that it is very difficult to earn money here, and the expenses for the necessary: rent, food, gas and entertainment are quite high.
Good to know: in the vicinity of Los Angeles is the very first Disneyland (in the town of Anaheim), built during the life of the animator.
5. Singapore
Singapore recognized as the most expensive city in the world for several years in a row. Many people dream of living in Singapore, because it’s safe here (there are a lot of cameras in the city that keep order), you can safely walk at night, it’s well-groomed, cultural here (even foul language in a public place is fined), people lead a healthy lifestyle .
It is noteworthy that for the murder and use / distribution of drugs the death penalty is provided.
The city authorities decided that there would be no stone jungle in Singapore, so 30% of the city was allocated greenery. Here you can see plants everywhere, there are botanical gardens, a nature reserve. Of course, the city has expensive prices - products are more expensive by 11% than in the USA, and clothes by 50%.
4. Vancouver
The city located in Canada is developing rapidly. It is located in a stunning bay and surrounded by green mountains - an incomparable sight! For many years Vancouver considered the best city to live in. A lot of diasporas live here and holidays are celebrated from all over the planet: from the Chinese New Year to St. Patrick's Day, which is celebrated in Ireland.
Many Vancouver residents prefer not to "get in touch" with cars, choosing a bicycle to move around. Here is the best infrastructure for cyclists in the world.
One of the main features of the city is nature. Outside the city, magnificent natural parks begin, where you can ride a boat, fly on airplanes, climb mountains!
Real estate prices here are gastronomic, so loafers have nothing to do here - a high standard of living requires high incomes.
3. Osaka
Osaka - the most expensive city in Japan. You have to pay a lot for a good life, and this is justified, because Japan is an island, which makes commercial relations with other countries more expensive.
Everything is expensive in Osaka: housing, vehicles, food. There are no shopping streets in the city, but there is one special one - Tenjinbashisuji Shotengai. This is the longest covered shopping street in the country, the length of which is about three meters. You can walk along this street in inclement weather, eating fried oysters. Bright streets of the city delight even on the most gloomy, rainy day!
2. Sydney
Australian city Sydney - A vivid example of the synthesis of ancient buildings and ultramodern skyscrapers. Here are gorgeous beaches and unique natural parks. Life in Sydney is quite expensive, and for everything: clothing, groceries, household services, etc. Australians are spoiled for good housing and prefer their own houses with a plot.
It is noteworthy that in Sydney on New Year's Eve you can see Santa in shorts riding a surfboard. Here is summer all year round! Sydney is the main center of Australia, where the regional offices of international companies are located.
1. Hamilton
And closes our selection Hamilton - a city located in Canada. This is a noisy and lively city, which got its name in honor of the Governor of Bermuda - Sir Henry Hamilton, and during his reign it was built.
The main advantage of the city is its unique beaches, well-developed infrastructure, historical attractions and an abundance of entertainment venues. Also, its pleasant feature can be called narrow streets with small parks and ornate fences.
The city is beautiful for life - it has a low crime rate. In Hamilton, the headquarters of famous companies are located, for example: Bacardi, Tyco International and so on. Thanks to this, international business and finance are the main basis of the economic life of the city.