Hi: My husband and I and our 13 year old boy are ready for a big move from California. We've somewhat narrowed it down to your area. We desire
1) Gorgeous TROPICAL area that is not completely overrun with tourism
2) A breezy ocean-front cottage (right on the ocean front): not a mini-mansion but a pretty little breezy thing...
3) Other teenagers and families, and a friendly attitude toward expats.
Can anyone speak to the following points for for me? SO appreciate it!
• Quality of Schools
• Is the culture upscale/entitled/wealthy, or more down-to-earth?
• Is there an attitude toward “Gringos”? : mostly concerned that my son won't get treated harshly for being American • Safety: crime
• Beachfront rentals – affordable? Available?
• Alcoholism, drugs etc.
• Are American kids excluded at all?
• What side of street do cars drive on? Can we keep car?
- Can we bring our pet dog (fully vaccinated, etc.)
Thank you so much!
Family w/ 13 year old considering permanent move: BVI, V Gorda,Tortola
Funny that one of your first questions isn't about the availability of work. It must be nice not to have that concern? I guess most of our members would really envy the position you're in.
Cheers,
William James Woodward, Expat-blog Experts Team
Well....we're not wealthy or anything. We've created enough savings to not worry for awhile, and I intend to teach workshops in the USA a few times a year....Blessed in the biggest ways: great family 
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