Let Your Keypad Do the Walking (www.walkscore.com)

Seattle,

Whereas in many countries population density and urban living percentages are already high, in North America, Australia, New Zealand and other countries this is not the norm. If you are in the market for a new home or apartment in the US or Canada where suburbs and open spaces abound, and you are seeking a neighborhood with easy walk-able access to restaurants, shopping, parks, recreation and other destinations, you now have an online resource… www.walkscore.com.

 

A perfect response to the trend among many of Gen Y and Gen X “ers” this site is a great resource for those who want to connect for the first time or reconnect with the urban centers of many cities.  The site promotes walking from a health and environmental standpoint, so for those who are trying to limit both their calories and carbon footprint, you can now pick the best neighborhoods in which to live without a car or even a bike.  There are many advantages to these urban “walk-able” living centers including: reduction in greenhouse gases which may lead to global warming, access to more transportation options, increased meeting and interaction with other people, and support for stronger local “boutique and mom and pop” businesses.

So it is possible to improve your lifestyle as you change address.  Check it out and put on your walking shoes!

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