Saturday, May 24, 2008

Finding Your Dream Job In The Caribbean

By Simon M Skinner

Yes, you want to find a Caribbean job, but do you know which one of the Caribbean islands interests you most? Before you make the move, you should have an idea of where you want to live and where you want to work.

Any employment in the Caribbean will have the additional pleasures of a beautiful setting and an exciting and rich new life. Each island however is very different from the cost of living to the culture. If you are looking for a specific type of employment your choice of islands may be limited.

The better known islands such as Bermuda and the Cayman Islands are well known enough that it is very easy to get additional info about them. These islands have more organised immigration and they are generally easier to relocate to. These islands offer the same opportunities and amenities as those available in the US.

Other Caribbean islands, especially those that are not as wealthy, have a different cost of living. They also have a different style of living, and it is important to match the way of the island to your expectations so that you have the best relocation experience possible.

While many people focus on just getting a Caribbean job, the Caribbean islands and where you live are also an important factor. In addition to the Cayman Islands and Bermuda, there are several islands, both small and large, like Aruba, Barbados, Belize, St Lucia, and Turks and Caicos. You can also find jobs in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

If you can you should take a trip to the Caribbean before accepting a job offer. You will be able to get a good idea as to what island life is like. Try to get interviews on the island, this is a good way to actually familiarize yourself with the place you may end up living in.

The more time that you have to look the more you will be able to get done when researching possible employment opportunities in the Caribbean. Beware though, the competition is understandably fierce and you should be prepared for a long wait!

Consider this time the perfect opportunity to do your research, secure all of your belongings for when you are ready to make the move, and complete any lists and tasks concerning your job search and your transfer.

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