What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Trinidad & Tobago. They wrote...
"Expats in Trinidad & Tobago often find the local culture to be quite different from what they are used to. The pace of life is slower and more relaxed than in many other countries, and the local customs and traditions can be difficult to understand. Additionally, the local language, Trinidadian English, can be difficult to understand for those who are not native speakers. Furthermore, the local cuisine is quite different from what many expats are used to, and the heat and humidity can be a challenge to adjust to," wrote a member who made the move to Trinidad & Tobago.
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"People lie, people don't do anything perfect, they are lazy, they have no pride in what they do, they have no aspiration to achieve a goal," explained one expat living in San Fernando, Trinidad & Tobago.
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What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Trinidad & Tobago, newcomers to Trinidad & Tobago would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.