Relocating To Omaha, NE? Here Are 3 Things To Know Before Your Big Move
Monday, January 27, 2020
If you are planning to, or recently have, made the move to Omaha, NE there are a few things that you should know. And while we may be a little biased in saying Omaha is one of the top cities to live in, we are confident you will soon confirm this yourself! Below we have listed a few things we thought you should know before making your big move to Omaha, NE, as well as a few fun facts that you may have not known about our beautiful city:
1. Omaha has a thriving culinary scene with a variety of cuisines to choose from and new restaurants opening all the time. You will find many renowned chefs making their way to the city and bringing their flavors and concepts from all over the world. Everything from fresh farm-to-table dishes to greasy, mouthwatering hamburgers – Omaha has it all!
2. As a resident of Omaha, there will never be a shortage of fun activities and adventures happening around town for all ages to enjoy! Local attractions such as the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Durham Museum, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Lauritzen Gardens, Old Market and Omaha Children’s Museum will keep you entertained and engaged all year round.
3. Omaha truly is a great place to live, work and raise a family. The city has been ranked one of the top ten best cities for raising a family by Forbes and boasts incredible schools, affordable housing, low crime rate and easy commuting. You also may be surprised to know that Omaha was named the home of Indie Rock and has a thriving music and art scene!
Fun facts about Omaha:
- “Omaha,” meaning ‘those going against the wind,’ was named after an American Indian tribe.
- Omaha, NE is home to Borsheims and Nebraska Furniture Market, which is the largest jewelry store and home furnishing store in North America.
- The city plays host to over 11 million visitors (on average) per year.
- Warren Buffett, known as the “Oracle of Omaha” calls the city home.
- Every June the city hosts the baseball College World Series.
- The largest glazed geodesic dome on the planet is located in Omaha, NE.
- Omaha is known to be the “Gateway to the West.”
- Residents of Omaha are known as “Omahans.”
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