Free??? Bring on income tax that is needed to pay for fairly basic public education in those countries...everyone pays that way...there is no such thing as a free lunch, Rory!

I lose patience sometimes with people putting down everything in the Bahamas. I believe that school offers a very good product and not at the rates charged by private schools in other countries. As for the product being only on a par with public schools in the usa and canada...another person generalizing and putting down a quality Bahamian product. Is there such a thing as a cultural cringe happening here?


Cough** Income tax? What do you think we have in the Bahamas, we have plenty of tax, customs, stamp tax, and much more. Fact is, the Bahamas is TWICE as expensive as the US, plain and simple, there is no trying to deny it, thats just how it is. I have lived in both, and others not just myself can tell you this. Just the same, the Bahamas is more expensive than the UK, I have also lived there and have family there now that just moved from here.

Ofcourse those schools are not 100% free, you still have to pay for school books!

You can say all you want. I have schooled in both systems so I know the Truth.

Rory...u know both education systems by being at one or two schools in each country maximum. This does not mean that you can make a blanket statement about the education offerings across each country. To put it bluntly....you know the educational offerings of some schools in both countries in another century (the 20th)....this does not make you an authority on what happens now or in all schools in each country. I am sorry to disappoint you....but your experience does not make you an expert.

Rory...u know both education systems by being at one or two schools in each country maximum. This does not mean that you can make a blanket statement about the education offerings across each country. To put it bluntly....you know the educational offerings of some schools in both countries in another century (the 20th)....this does not make you an authority on what happens now or in all schools in each country. I am sorry to disappoint you....but your experience does not make you an expert.


I was at 3 schools in Freeport, COB in Nassau, 2 Schools in the UK, 1 College in the UK, and 1 College in the US.

Strange, but still a UK C grade is a Bahamas A grade equivalent by the Bahamas Government.

As for centuries, what makes you think it has changed any? We are still far behind in technology and technical expertise, thanks to governments with lack of ideas, and kissing the feet of the CC.

And no, I am not claiming to be an expert, BTW, this is JUST the Internet, and this is JUST an Internet Forum, do not take anything you read on any Internet Forums/Chat Room seriously. You sound intelligent so Id imagine you would know this at this point. It is all just entertainment and when you stop having fun online, its time to do something else ...

I was at 3 schools in Freeport, COB in Nassau, 2 Schools in the UK, 1 College in the UK, and 1 College in the US.

Strange, but still a UK C grade is a Bahamas A grade equivalent by the Bahamas Government.

As for centuries, what makes you think it has changed any? We are still far behind in technology and technical expertise, thanks to governments with lack of ideas, and kissing the feet of the CC.

And no, I am not claiming to be an expert, BTW, this is JUST the Internet, and this is JUST an Internet Forum, do not take anything you read on any Internet Forums/Chat Room seriously. You sound intelligent so Id imagine you would know this at this point. It is all just entertainment and when you stop having fun online, its time to do something else ...


LOL no accounting for a crazy mixed up education.

By stating that a C in the UK is equivalent to an A by the Bahamas Government just shows your ignorance of the system and how the marks are arrived at and who does the marking.

if you are having fun and not serious about this sort of issue then I can see why you had so many schools to attend...you obviously adopted the same sort of 'fun' attitude with your own education.

BTW I would be happy to show you a school in New Providence that has technology and other facilities the equal of anything in the UK, USA or anywhere else..and its a proud school that mixes it with the best.

LOL no accounting for a crazy mixed up education.

By stating that a C in the UK is equivalent to an A by the Bahamas Government just shows your ignorance of the system and how the marks are arrived at and who does the marking.

if you are having fun and not serious about this sort of issue then I can see why you had so many schools to attend...you obviously adopted the same sort of 'fun' attitude with your own education.

BTW I would be happy to show you a school in New Providence that has technology and other facilities the equal of anything in the UK, USA or anywhere else..and its a proud school that mixes it with the best.


maye you misunderstood. When I went to school in the Uk, and when I came back here to COB, the min of edu had to convert my grades as otherwise they would not accept me into COB. Therefore one of the C grades, became an A.

Dont get confused, Im not saying because you are educated here it is a bad thing, I was educated here also.

Why wouldnt I be having fun, I finished school more than 15 years ago, and even so, you should have fun in school, and in everything you do. If you dont like your job, leave it. Life is short, have fun while you can, but yes, also be professional. No need to be grumpy. Im actually doing what I love, and I havent worked for anyone in 9 years. Ill be the first to tell you, that experience is more important than a degree, or what school you attended.
I had fun with my education days, but then I also studied 'alot', and passed every subject wih flying colors, it is possible to have both. But really, school is just school, definately learn to read and write, mathematics (some of it), etc, but there is a big world out there, and as you have seen, I cerntainly explored it :-)

Lastly, yes please show us the school, just for info. Exact CPUs, Software Programing Courses (not MS Word), etc.. Im not doubting you, there probably is one that comes to mind. Be interested to see which one it is.


PS. those 'so many' schools were merely junior high, high, and then highs in other countries or whereever we moved to, also colleges (oops I missed out Bahamas Hotel Training College). Nothing to do with the actual schools themselves, they were all very interesting.But right now, school is the last thing on my mind, its money, and also, I trained myself in everything I do right now, just means I only get 2 hours sleep a night, for the past 9 years.

ive lived here for years and years and only been to atlantis twice, its not all fun in the sun, we have to work hard here also, as thingsare twice as expensive here than the states. Its so relaxing in nassau that nothing ever gets done, and when it does its too late or not done properly!

A for jobs, please send in your resume, we need more people from 1st world countries. Send it to more than one company, as far as I know legal firms do hire foerignors. more than other types of companies.

I know this is an old post but I just joined this site and wanted you to know that my heart is still in Nassau since living there in 99-2000. I visited there many times and fell inlove with the people and the culture and decide to give up everything and move there after losing my husband but after trying for work and not getting a break and losing all my life savings I had no choice but to move back here. I miss your island to this day and learned things and experienced things I will never forget in my lifetime and wanted you to know that I only wish I saw this post back then when it was possible to stay or take advantage of your offer. But when I came to your island no one would even give me the opportunity. I still envy you and the people there for staying strong . One love always and forever

I know this is an old post but I just joined this site and wanted you to know that my heart is still in Nassau since living there in 99-2000. I visited there many times and fell inlove with the people and the culture and decide to give up everything and move there after losing my husband but after trying for work and not getting a break and losing all my life savings I had no choice but to move back here. I miss your island to this day and learned things and experienced things I will never forget in my lifetime and wanted you to know that I only wish I saw this post back then when it was possible to stay or take advantage of your offer. But when I came to your island no one would even give me the opportunity. I still envy you and the people there for staying strong . One love always and forever


Dju, I wish the government would wise up and let more first-world educated people immigrate to the Bahamas. We're being swamped by immigrants anyhow (from Haiti etc.) so at least we could take advantage of skilled and/or wealthy people who want to contribute to our country to balance things out. :realmad:

How did this thread go from Americans living in the Bahamas to Gays?

I am an American living here in New Providence. I have only been here since Hurrican Michele visited us in November of 2001. I have since then written an e-book about the experiences in becoming legal and normal Bahamian living from an American point of view.

Can u please post the name of ur book, website or email for contact purposes.

I am a technician of stand-alone power systems,ie solar/wind ect, and currently own a buisness in London diagnosing/repairing electronic engine controls.
For 18 months I am making plans to emigrate permanently to one of the family islands.
I have just found your site and find your openess and honesty very refreshing(all I get is the syrup covered version of life in the Bahamas),ofcourse I have a realistic view that paradise is made and not found so your lovely country has ups and downs,but I still need a wider picture.Not wishing to be boastfull but the skills I have are usefull worldwide so at 40 years old I want to make the right descision and set up a new home permanently.So there is my life in brief(adding also that I am a very experienced traveller and worked in the tropics before,and miss it).
What is needed are suggestions,ideas,insights,advice...ALL is appreciated,good and negative,,,,,,,,please enlighten me
with many thanks
Alex :dancer2:

Just wondering, how did u find the site? friend, search engine...

Hi
actually I found this site on a search engine -searchalot.com
and am very happy to be here,it is good to read real about real life in the Bahamas,and it still looks very good from here
Alex

How did this thread go from Americans living in the Bahamas to Gays?

I am an American living here in New Providence. I have only been here since Hurrican Michele visited us in November of 2001. I have since then written an e-book about the experiences in becoming legal and normal Bahamian living from an American point of view.

How can I get a look of that e-book? Would be interesting to see the approach.

Bahamas Issues is high ranked on google.

And when pertaining to topics related to this forum it also ranks pretty high in www.answers.com

well even though this post is probably not goin to be read. i will put in my two cents. i am a bahamaian living in the U.S. and i am flattered that you dream about living in Nassau, bahamas. but i must ask you ARE U CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! yes when you visit the bahamas seems like a dream home but reality is IT IS NOT. here is y

1- IT IS EXPENSIVE, even thought the government portays it as a tax free society truth is bahamaian pay 100-200% in hidden taxes on everything they buy

2-IT IS SMALL, the ceter of the bahamas is in Nassau which is only 21*7 big, this means job opportunity is limited and it is extremly crowded

3- UN ORGANISED, every one there is unorganised it is almost impossible to get anything done. if you every have to wait on an ambulance, pay a light bill, or file a police report you will understand what i am saying.

4- services, service is poor from electricty, telephone, airlift(bahamasair). it is just POOR.

if i were you i would give up on my dreams of moving to the bahamas and just buy a time share

well even though this post is probably not goin to be read. i will put in my two cents. i am a bahamaian living in the U.S. and i am flattered that you dream about living in Nassau, bahamas. but i must ask you ARE U CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! yes when you visit the bahamas seems like a dream home but reality is IT IS NOT. here is y

1- IT IS EXPENSIVE, even thought the government portays it as a tax free society truth is bahamaian pay 100-200% in hidden taxes on everything they buy

But you forgot to mention that most of one's salary is take-home, unlike the large chunk (30%+) of one's income that is taken for taxes in the U.S. So things tend to even out somewhat.

2-IT IS SMALL, the ceter of the bahamas is in Nassau which is only 21*7 big, this means job opportunity is limited and it is extremly crowded

Small, yes. But the Bahamas is still a developing country, with plenty of room to grow with just a little innovation, from both Bahamians and contributing foreigners. So while for some it appears to be a go-nowhere atmosphere, to others it's a pot of gold waiting to be found.

3- UN ORGANISED, every one there is unorganised it is almost impossible to get anything done. if you every have to wait on an ambulance, pay a light bill, or file a police report you will understand what i am saying.

4- services, service is poor from electricty, telephone, airlift(bahamasair). it is just POOR.

Disorganized, you mean? I can't argue with you there. Many services offered in the Bahamas are lacking in terms of time taken to get things done. And it can be quite frustrating. But then, when there's a (government) monopoly on many of these said services, what else would you expect? ;) See above about innovation...

if i were you i would give up on my dreams of moving to the bahamas and just buy a time share

I wouldn't go that far. Not everyone can afford a timeshare, and perhaps this person really wants to see what else is out there to experience. I say, go for it! Move to the Bahamas if you really are intent on doing so. But...(there's always a but!), don't be fooled by the fact that the Bahamas is a popular tourist destination. Nassau, in particular, is just like any other city, with any other city's good and bad points. So take it at face value. Look around a bit before you make a sure decision. And good luck on whatever your endeavour. Cheers,

George

BTW welcome to Bahamasissues, bahmaboy!