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Transport Option in Chicago<\/h2>\n

In Chicago, it is easy to drive but parking is very expensive especially downtown and there are often traffic jams on the Express ways. Some people choose to own a car for weekends or other occassional needs, but use public transportation to commute to work on a daily basis.<\/p>\n

It is possible to live in Chicago<\/a> without a car as the public transportation network in Chicago proper is very developed and well connected. There is also an efficient train system that links downtown with the Chicago suburbs. Moreover, if you need a ride you can also rely on taxis that are numerous or even share a car thanks to companies such as Zipcar or I-Go (See “Renting a Car” for more information).<\/p>\n

It is also very easy to go to the airport even if you do not own a car: the Metra blue line connects downtown with The O\u2019Hare international airport. You can also make a reservation with the company Airport Express that will come to pick you up at your home (http:\/\/www.airportexpress.com\/<\/a>). O\u2019Hare International Airport is one of the main hubs of the US: from there you can go anywhere in the US and in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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01<\/td>\nBefore choosing somewhere to live in Chicago thoroughly research all areas. This decision will have a direct impact on your way of life in this city.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
02<\/td>\nChoose your children\u2019s school first and then look for an accommodation as the area you live in may determine the school your child can attend.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03<\/td>\nThe US Social Security administration also advises you wait 10 days after arriving in the United States to apply for a Social Security number.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04<\/td>\nChicago can be extremely hot in summer but very cold in winter. Bear this in mind when searching for accommodation; you’ll need good AC and heating!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05<\/td>\nSubscribe to a local Newspaper. We advise the Chicago Tribune. It is a good way to get familiar with both the city and what is going on.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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