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Latest post on 06 April 2013 - 07:16

Reposting my earlier reply... I LOVE Houston and lived there for over 10 years. The cost of living is very, very low so you should be able to get a lot more for your money (although, you will probably pay taxes there vs. here in Dubai). Houston has many great places to live - oil and gas people are everywhere since that comprises the vast majority of the economy. It will depend on your budget and what is important to you. If you want excellent schools, you will have to live in the area zoned to the school to gain admittance. For example: *Katy and Woodlands - I would consider these FAR-OUT suburbs. That is, you can expect commutes of over 45 min without traffic if you are heading downtown. You will get a giant house and have easy access to schools, shops, etc. by car. Safe, nice neighborhoods. Another equivalent suburb is Sugarland... also Fall Creek. *West University, University Place, River Oaks, Southhampton - these are close-in suburbs. They are older, more expensive neighborhoods with excellent schools. Also close to shops, etc. they are near the zoo, Rice University and the museum district as well. I know there are several school with IB accreditation. Our old neighborhood, University Place, had Roberts Elementary School which was excellent. I loved these areas - tons of Live Oak trees and Southern charm. *Downtown - Houston has a revived downtown residential section with nice high rises, etc. Not sure of the school zoning there. If you are doing private school, the best 2 in Houston are Kincaid and St. John. You will likely have trouble getting in, but just in case your company can pull strings.... I am not familiar with the British schools there. Happy to answer more specific questions, if it is helpful.

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EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 10:26

Morning ladies Happy Easter Monday :) We will soon be leaving Dubai and starting a new chapter in Houston, Texas ! Does anyone have any experience of living in Houston? I would love any advice you have on: - Nice areas to live - Good schools - Helpful forums Thanks so much all x

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