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Expat Women Living in Jamaica
If you are (or plan to be) an expat living in Jamaica, please find below a list of expat clubs, schools, general links for women living in Jamaica, country information and more...
These tips were kindly provided by volunteer Expat Women Mentors in 2007. ExpatWomen.com shares these tips in an effort to help but takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information.
Provided by Dale P, a West- Indian American, in Kingston, Jamaica
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Spend at least 1 -3 months in Jamaica if possible, not a resort.
2.
Bring all furniture, kitchen items, bath and household things if possible.
3.
Purchase lightweight mosquito nets as soon as possible.
4.
Try to make contact with other Expat women as soon as possible.
5.
Make certain you move into a place where grills exist on all windows and doors. Do not move into a secluded isolated house, regardless of how beautiful the surroundings.
Provided by Megara S, Canadian Thai, in Montego Bay, Jamaica
1.
Have a good attitude.
2.
Enter the country with respect for the locals and their culture.
3.
Research the country you are moving to prior to moving.
