10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE MOVING TO THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS 

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Thanks for sharing the additional things to do.

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Did you make the move?

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Off the top of my head there is only one that I know of called "Boomerang Eats". They are mainly in St. Croix right now and will be in operation in St, Thomas shortly.

I think only the tech industry pays well without a degree. Thanks for the compliment I rely heavily on people like yourself to share the news.

The Virgin Islands is a great place to retire. Hundreds do it every year!

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The 3 islands are actually quite different from each other, so you need to visit to see which actually fits your vibe & works for you. I would probably rule out STJ...there's literally next to nothing there infrastructure wise & housing is very expensive...you have to take a ferry from STT in order to get there. STT is pretty busy & congested & more touristy. STX is kinda in the middle (that's where I moved to 4 years ago). EVERYTHING is expensive except for alcohol, medical system is not so great & the only way to get insurance is if your job (typically the government) offers it. Just off of the little bit of info you provided, I think you'll struggle here. There is some section 8, they're not real good about accessibility; for some things there's only one doctor in that field who may only be on island part time...people usually fly to Florida for medical care beyond basic stuff (when my partner was in the hospital giving birth a few months ago, they didn't have hot running water). Electric is super expensive & unreliable & they're having some Flint-style issues with the public water here.

Being a "bigger" island St. Croix does offer a bit more activities.

There isn't much to do

New Zealand has a shortage of skilled workers, and I saw something similar to your skillset on their job shortage list.

I’m not sure. You can check with either the local power company or if the oil refinery opens back up on at. Croix.

HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction/remodeling. If you're good, they'll be lining up for you.

I’ve been researching so many places. These are the nuances not often disclosed when it comes to explaining living in a foreign place outside of the United States.

Hi. Also in California looking to move to USVI. Maybe we can start a group because I was looking too! 😊

Yes, many clubs and bands!

On STX, I haven't seen anything that I would call a rock band...remember, this is the Caribbean...calypso, reggae, soca, etc. You'll find some transplants doing folksy stuff...we keep it kinda mellow. Put yourself in a Jimmy Buffet, Kenny Chesney mindset.

Food sure is expensive. Yesterday I purchased two bags of sliced bread. 2 gallon bottles of drinking water and 20 large eggs and it all came up to $30!

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Excellent question. I’ll do an video on that by this Tuesday!!!

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I'm unclear as to the question of disability, are we referring to a child with disability or and adult?

@@mblydenvlogs adult my son is autistic…

There are job opportunities, but sadly they are few and far between. Also I’ve noticed the the amount of jobs available seem to be like a “ seasonal” thing. For example now around the beginning of the year, there are lots of jobs available. Check out indeed.Com and enter 00801 as the search location

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@@mblydenvlogs seasonal is what I'm interested in tbh

Let me put in my transfer! I work for USPS

I’ll recommend staying at a guest house and be sure to either rent a car or catch dollar safaris if you stay in at Thomas

Well I heard living in Hawaii is comparable to living in the Virgin Islands in terms of cost of living.

​@@mblydenvlogsSection 8 housing, food stamps, and state medical is the reason people are able to afford the expensive island living. The Virgin Islands also have section 8 vouchers. Your rent is free if you have a voucher without income.

@user-le5gf7ps4x No, I'm staying in Hawaii. It's hard to find places in the Virgin Islands.

There are a few especially in the hotel industry. I do IT in the financial arena. Marriotts and Ritz Carlton currently have positions open in the IT field.

The boa issue isn't as bad, You may move there and never see one.

I've been here for a little over 4 years & have only heard about them & seen some pictures on Facebook. They're generally out west. I wouldn't concern myself with it...WAPA is scarier. 🤣

Thanks for the correction. U think u can wuk up more than me? lol

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Yes. That’s what I live on now.

Nice, what do you for a living if you don't mind me asking?

@@RareAirTwo4 I am an IT Hardware Specialist

@@mblydenvlogs is there lots of college education required to get into IT, or is something that's easy to get into? I'm weighing my options between the medical field and IT. Any info on getting into IT, specifically in the Virgin Islands is greatly appreciated.

Not much just study to get your COMP TIA A+ Certification and you'll be good.

Nothing serious. Just the occasional bugs and lizards.

small earthquakes no tsunamis.

Hurricanes every few years, some worse than others

Ok yea I remember. How are you doing and are you planning to come back anytime soon?

Great question. Just like each state is separated into counties. Jamaica is separated into what they called “parishes”. There is a parish in Jamaica called St. Thomas. It happens a lot when when some Jamaicans hear some people with an accent say they’re from st Thomas, they automatically assume the person is talking about st Thomas, Jamaica and NOT St Thomas, US Virgin Islands.

@@mblydenvlogs thanks for clearing that up. I am from Evangeline Parish Mamou Louisiana.

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No Mercedes or Volkswagen dealerships