Since moving to NYC and starting this website to try and help Aussies (and other expats) new to NYC, I’ve met some really awesome people one-on-one. Some of the people I’ve met have had specific questions they needed help with, … Read More
On this page
- How to move to America & Moving to New York City
- BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
- SETTING UP
- LIVING HERE
- DINNER WITH NEW FRIENDS
- Latest from the NYC Expat Blog
- Dinner with New Friends
- The 4 Musicals You Should See on Broadway If You Can Only Pick One
- Show Review: Gravity & Other Myths – A SIMPLE SPACE
- How to dispose of a mattress (or box spring) in New York City
- The best way to get to (and from) New York City’s airports
- The best ways to get around in New York City
- Top 10 questions to ask when renting a New York apartment in 2019
- Your Guide to New York Gyms
- What is FBAR and who must file an FBAR?
- Cheapest and easiest place to get an E-3 Visa
- NYC Restaurant Week 2019 is almost here!
- Scott from Scott’s Cheap Flights has some special tips
- My second year in New York City
- SPECIALS & DEALS
- 25% off
- House & Apartment Cleaner
- 50% off
- The Best & Cheapest Co-working in New York City
- DEALS
- Need Dinner?
- Welcome to America Josh
Have you just arrived or still planning your move to New York City?
The 4 Musicals You Should See on Broadway If You Can Only Pick One
You’ve arrived in New York City, whether you’re staying here for a long time or a short time, you’re going to probably want to see a Broadway Show… But which one!? If you feel like a musical on Broadway, here’s … Read More
Show Review: Gravity & Other Myths – A SIMPLE SPACE
We headed to the New Victory Theatre to see Gravity & Other Myths, an Australian group (based in Adelaide, woo) perform A SIMPLE SPACE. The long story short: It was not what I expected at all! So what is it? … Read More
How to dispose of a mattress (or box spring) in New York City
There are pretty strict rules about what you can do with a mattress in New York City and for good reason. If you think it’s ok to just put your mattress on the sidewalk and hope for the best, I’ve … Read More
The best way to get to (and from) New York City’s airports
JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark are the three biggest airports for New York City and actually getting there in time can be surprisingly difficult. If the traffic picks up then you’re going to be in a car for around 2 hours … Read More
The best ways to get around in New York City
Living in a big city comes with its benefits, but amongst all of the wonder, there’s also the difficulty of getting around. If you catch a train, there’s a chance that you get stuck in a smelly carriage, and if … Read More
Top 10 questions to ask when renting a New York apartment in 2019
When you move to New York one thing that shocks you quickly is the size (or lack thereof), quality (or lack thereof), and value (or lack thereof) of apartments. It’s important to be discerning when you’re looking, so here are … Read More
Your Guide to New York Gyms
There are SO many gyms in New York, it’s truly outrageous. Depending on what you want, you can find just about everything you’re looking for including (but not limited to) NYC Goat Yoga. Seriously. So, starting from closest-to-what-Josh-likes and moving … Read More
What is FBAR and who must file an FBAR?
I’m seeing all sorts of misinformation being floated on Facebook groups and websites about FBAR and tax filing, so I thought it was time to right the ship and get some real facts about who has to file an FBAR … Read More
Cheapest and easiest place to get an E-3 Visa
Getting an E-3 Visa is a stressful time, no matter how qualified, how prepared, how experienced, or how eager you are to get one. The least I can do is make the process a little bit easier based on reviews … Read More
NYC Restaurant Week 2019 is almost here!
New York City’s Restaurant Week (the first one for 2019) is almost upon us, so I thought I’d give you a quick insight on what exactly it is and how to take the best advantage of it! Restaurants, New York, … Read More
Scott from Scott’s Cheap Flights has some special tips
If you haven’t heard of Scott’s Cheap Flights, it’s a website that provides “the world’s best flight deals. Handpicked by experts.” and allows you to “get email alerts when our experts find cheap international flights departing from your favorite airports.” … Read More
My second year in New York City
Just as promised, I knew you’d see My second year in NYC So what crazy stories, can I add to ONE? And what adventures are still to come? Most importantly, you should know I met a girl, in last year’s … Read More
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Welcome to America Josh
Hello! I’m Josh Pugh and I arrived in New York on January 12, 2017, from Adelaide, South Australia (read more about me if you’d like) with a suitcase and not much more.
While I found lots of resources across the internet to help with my move, I couldn’t find a reliable central point with information about the basics; so I thought I’d fix that.
This site is a compilation of answers to frequently asked questions I’ve found on forums, Facebook pages and from my own experience. The content is always changing and evolving as I learn more and as helpful people submit updates. To help you, all pages include “Last updated” dates right at the bottom.
If you think something isn't quite right, have a hot tip, or want to share a coffee (beer) please do email me at josh@americajosh.com - I love a chat. There are also forms at the bottom of every page that will let you send feedback.
