Expat Advice: Living in St Johns, Antigua & Barbuda
St. Johns, Antigua
An expat in St. Johns, Antigua recommends that newcomers get to know the locals, learn Cricket, attend live music events and go to the beach. If you're looking for employment opportunities, teachers and medical professionals are in high demand.
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
St Johns
How long have you lived there?
3 yrs.
What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?
Being friendly, first and foremost, interaction with the locals, being creative and resourceful. Getting out - whenever you're invited out, accept it. The beach is good, live music events, lots are free events. Come outside yourself, create programs for the youth, don't be afraid to ask for sponsorship.
In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.
One Love...the only description!!!
What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?
I became a School Teacher after being on Island for 7 months. Island needs Teachers and medical professionals badly!!! Apply yourself just like anywhere else.
If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.
Be careful, very careful about building on someone else's land...not good!!!
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