Whenever you move to a new place, it’s important to get an idea of what to expect so you can avoid unnecessary conflicts and make the most of your new environment.
Here are a couple things that anyone that wants to relocate to Denver should get ready to get used to:
Brunch – People in Denver love brunch. And why shouldn’t they? Sleeping in + delicious breakfast + bottomless mimosas and/or spicy bloody marys = a darn good start to any day. Some of the brunch places you’ll just have to try out are Snooze, Jelly, and Root Down. Most Denverites probably devote one of their mornings every weekend to brunch. It may seem strange to you but trust us, you’ll learn to love it.
Dogs – While owning dogs isn’t exactly an activity that’s exclusively Coloradoan, you’re probably more likely to see dogs roaming the halls of your office here than anywhere else. Many companies encourage pet owners to bring their best friends to work, and we can understand why. Playing a quick game of fetch or just scratching an appreciative head can be a powerful stress reliever.
Niceness – It’s hard to put a name on this but many out-of-towners, particularly those from the east coast, find that Coloradoans are less direct and more polite than they’re used to. This can sometimes come off as a façade, as if Coloradoans are being fake, but we like to think it’s more that we took our mom’s advice to heart – if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. If you’re more the bluntly-honest type, you may find that you stand out as having recently relocated to Denver.
Driving - Ok, it’s true. Coloradoans drive a little slower in the fast lane and sometimes a little crazier in the snow than people from other states. Don’t feel obligated to join in – better to lead by example.
Hoppy Beers – While you can certainly fly under the radar by drinking the ever-popular PBR (or the local equivalent, Coors Light) in Denver, you have a better chance of fitting in if you develop a taste for hoppy microbrews. The more a beer kicks the back of your throat, the more Colorado it is.
There you go – a short list of things to prepare yourself for as you consider relocating to Denver. If there’s anything we can do to help you with the move, feel free to reach out!
