The Top 10 Cities to Relocate

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Are you looking to make a move? The recession has left many people searching for a new life. Job loss and difficulties finding employment, have led to many relocation plans. Before you decide to leave your past behind you in the hopes of greater opportunities, consider these choice locations. We've come up with 29 great cities where you should consider moving.

For the party animals out there, Vegas ranks at number 10. Based on our poll, Vegas earned an overall score of 75%. The city ranked high when it came to weather with an average temperature of 67 degrees. Summers in Vegas get hot, but with all the pool parties on the strip there are plenty of ways to cool down. The city's Gross Domestic Product is $134 Billion, employees are guaranteed an average of 25 vacation days, and the unemployment rate is at 12.8%.

Number nine on our list is Rome. The average temperature in Rome is 60 degrees. The city's Gross Domestic Product is $144 Billion in US dollars. Residents get an average of 31 vacation days a year, and the unemployment rate is 7.5%. Besides all of the historical sites and landmarks to visit, Rome offers amazing nightlife.

Sydney ranks at number eight on our list. Sydney is a beautiful urban city with many entertaining attractions and one-of-a-kind views for residents to enjoy. The air quality in Sydney is amazing because nature is respected and appreciated. Paddle boarding is all the rage these days, and of course surfing is just as popular as ever. It is easy to stay healthy and fit in this active city. The average temperature in Sydney is 64 degrees and the city GDP is $213 billion USD. Residents get an average of 31 guaranteed vacation days, and unemployment is down to 5.7%.

Miami ranks six on our list of great cities to relocate. In Miami, you can wear a bathing suit most days out of the year with an average temperature of 76 degrees. The city's GDP is $292 billion USD, and residents are guaranteed an average of 25 vacation days. Unemployment is at 10.9%. Miami has an amazing music and nightclub scene. Enjoy beautiful beaches, and beautiful women in bikinis. Enjoy the white sand on South Beach as you sip on your favorite cocktail. Residents of Miami are constantly looking for ways to stay fit and healthy, which include jogging and rollerblading.

Number five on our list is London. With a GDP of $565 billion USD, twenty-eight days of guaranteed vacation, and 8% unemployment, London is a great place to move if you are a professional. Find a job with ease in this city. Nightlife in London ranked high with our poll takers who gave it a 20 out of 20 points. North East London is a popular neighborhood for young crowds, as well as the Dalston area. Not to mention the plus of moving to a foreign city where you can still speak the language.

Madrid ranks number four on our list thanks to moderate weather, incredible night life and numerous attractions. Not to question our poll takers, but I would suggest Madrid as a vacation spot or summer destination, but not as a permanent place for living, unless money isn't an issue. Although Madrid's GDP ranks high on our list with $230 Billions USD, and impressive 36 days of guaranteed vacation, Madrid does have a high unemployment rate of 18.5%. Factor in the language barrier, and you might not find it any easier to find a job in Madrid then you would here in the states.

Tokyo ranked number three on our list with a GDP of $1.4 Trillion USD, 35 days of paid vacation and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. Tokyo is a city of the future, great for professionals looking for more job opportunities. The language barrier can be a problem, so start taking those Japanese lessons. Melbourne ranks second on our list for its beautiful location, night life, attractions, high quality of life, and low unemployment rate (5.7%). The city GDP is $172 billion and residents are guaranteed an average of 31 vacation days.

It is probably no shock to you that New York City ranked number one on our list. With so much to see and do, the city attracts people from all over the world. Housing can be expensive in this overcrowded city, but the pay off for such a move, can be worth it in the long run. The city GDP is $1.4 Trillion USD, one of the highest in the country. Residents are guaranteed an average of 25 vacation days, and unemployment is at 9.2%. Unemployment could be lower, but it still fares will compared to other US cities. With so many restaurants, residents never have to eat at the same restaurant twice. Some of the most famous chefs in the world cook and own restaurants in NYC. Ethnic neighborhoods offer traditional cuisine from all over the world. Live Broadway productions offer entertainment to crowds nightly, and their museums are some of the best in the world.