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Expat Report Info about The Caledonian Society of Bermuda in Bermuda, Bermuda was published
Describe your group.
The Caledonian Society of Bermuda was formed on November 29, 1936 to promote all things Scottish on The Rock. We are famous for our ceilidhs, golf tournaments, Burns Suppers, Hogmanay Balls, St. Andrew's Balls and more of the best events on the island!
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Expat Report Moving to Bermuda, Bermuda was published
What advice would you give someone preparing to move to your area about the actual move, choosing a neighborhood and finding a home?
I moved to Bermuda from the UK with just 2 normal sized suitcases of stuff. For me this worked perfectly - I was put up in a hotel (by my employer) for the first month. I immediately took my bike test, bought a scooter, and set about looking for an apartment. Found one within a week. Furnished it over the next few weekends by zipping all over the island on my scooter from one "house-sale" to the next picking up bargains from people leaving the island. (Continue)
Expat Report Moving to Bermuda, Bermuda was published
What advice would you give someone preparing to move to your area about the actual move, choosing a neighborhood and finding a home?
Although Bermudians are committed to driving, bus service is excellent and one of the few real values to be had in Bermuda. I take a 15 minute ride to work each day and pay $45 a month for unlimited service on a bus that runs every 15 minutes. Also, there is only one car allowed per household. Not all apartments come with a registration number, which is necessary to own a car.
Be aware that about 10 deaths occur each year to scooter riders -- roads are narrow and very treacharous.
There are some rough areas in Bermuda and also, there is a lot local of resentment about expats in Bermuda. However, since there are about 15,000 expats working on an island of 65,000 people, there is plenty of interaction available.
That said, what is called 'rough' in Bermuda would probably be a lower-middle-class environment in most places. Just two areas to be avoided at night. (Continue)
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