About Msturge

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Trinidad & Tobago: Freaking out!:

We just moved back to Texas after 4 years there, but that was after Brazil and Egypt so nothing really phased us there. There are tons of expats there, and more so in certain neighborhoods. Would your company be paying for everything? Trinidad has a rich culture with a mix of backgrounds (mostly African and Indian) and really delicious food and a party attitude, mostly around carnival. We never had any issues with safety nor did any friends. It is like anywhere- you stay away from certain areas. The beaches are decent but a half hour away (Maracas) but then it is only a 20 minute flight to Tobago which only costs like $50 round trip so worth going all the time. We bought a boat from a friend our last year and it was the best thing we ever did- the islands are the best thing about Trinidad. The schools are pretty good. What ages are your children? I highly recommend the Montessori Academy, which is run by an amazing lady from California, and has a great toddler room starting at 2 yrs old but they have a wait list so you have to get in there early. Also there is an expat mom's Facebook group you can join once you know you are moving there, then you can ask them all of your questions. PM me if you want any specific info.

Trinidad & Tobago: Trinidad and Tobago, here I come!:

Hi, if you PM me your email I can refer you on the expat moms group there. We just moved away but I am still on it.

Trinidad & Tobago: Moving to Trinidad:

We just moved from there after 4 years and I think the rental rices have gone down since a large percentage of expats have recently left, but you may want to expand your areas to Victoria Gardens (a lot of expats there too) and Fairways which I love the location of, especially the more southern section of Fairways which is much more central (less traffic getting into central POS). And the the schools, at that age, the school I would recommend is the Montessori Academy, and for the 4 year old either Montessori or Arbor which is across the street, or the International school, ISPS. You can email them directly for costs, etc. If you guys do decide to move there send me a PM and I will connect you with the expat moms group on Facebook called Busybees.

Trinidad & Tobago: Doctor / Pediatrician:

Hi, I can get you added to our Facebook group of expat moms here called Busybees to ask any and all questions. PM me your name, your Facebook name, your email associated with FB, your kids names and ages, where you are from etc? I will say our company has all families with Dr. Ryan Abraham's office as a GP, pediatrician is usually either Dr. Alison Murphy or Catherine Charles. Best dentist is Dr. Kirk Farah. These are the top ones but others will have other recommendations as well.

Trinidad & Tobago: Equiry:

Hello, the expat moms group is called Busybees and Meagan Phillip is the admin. Email her your name, kids' names and ages, where you live or will live (area in Port of Spain) as well as your Facebook name and email associated with FB so she can find you. Her email is meaganphilip@gmail.com.

Trinidad & Tobago: where to live:

Live in POS for sure- and you will go against traffic to St. Aug. You can join a group called InterNations to meet other expats and locals for networking.

Trinidad & Tobago: School in Tobago:

I have an American friend (married to a Trini) who moved to Tobago and will ask her, although their kids are little. Yes the beaches are better in Tobago but it is small, and quiet...maybe you should check out both places before making a decision. The flight is only 15-20 mins from Trinidad and only costs $50 US so it is easy to hop over once a month or so.

Trinidad & Tobago: Assalyum:

Never heard anything like that. They are actually tightening down on illegals like Latina housekeepers who fled their countries in search of work- very sad.

Panama: Considering moving to Panama:

We are going to take a year off and Panama is one of the places we are looking at. We are in our 40's and have a 5 year old. We like to kitesurf (and my husband and son like to surf) and he would have to be in a decent school somewhere. What areas would you recommend to live? We would want to rent and then maybe buy for investment and rent out when we go back abroad for work (when oil & gas jobs are more available). We are Americans and have lived abroad for 12 years. Also considering living in Brazil again but Panama is so much closer. Any input is welcomed- need to make a decision soon!

Trinidad & Tobago: Flights:

There are direct flights from London to Tobago and there is another that stops over in St. Lucia- check with BA and Caribbean Air.

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