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The other side of the Martinican postcard

Last activity 01 April 2014 by cledor

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Julien

Hi,

As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover.

Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face.

When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I then tend to say that one should also look at both sides of the postcard.

As an expat in Martinique, how would you describe the two sides of your Martinican postcard?

Thank you for sharing your experience,

Julien

cledor

From a personal point of view:

Pros: People, nature, flowers, topography, public beaches, infrastructure, service, living on the countryside while still be living close to a town :-)

Cons: Haven't found anything yet. Of course there has been a few challanges on the path, but it all comes down to your own attitude. Bank system is weird, but just accept it and it won't piss you off :-)

We have been on the island since June 2013, and are very happy to be here. People have been great to us, helpful and understanding. Got a few very good friends, and their families have been very including.

I work off the island, and I have started to think; why do I leave for work? :-) Need to look into starting a business, I think :-)

A lot of people we've met speaks a little english, and we are learning more french, so we've given ourselves 3 years to integrate. I truly belive we're gonna make it :-)