Barbados
Digital Nomad Life in Barbados
Summary: Barbados is a popular destination for digital nomads. The most popular cities for digital nomads in Barbados are Bridgetown, Speightstown, and Holetown. Digital nomads like living in Barbados because of its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and low cost of living. A digital nomad can live on a monthly budget of around $2,000 in Barbados. The culture of Barbados is a mix of African, British, and Caribbean influences. Popular foods in Barbados include flying fish, cou-cou, macaroni pie, and fish cakes.
How do I meet people in Barbados?
When we asked people living in Barbados about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"Expats in Barbados often join clubs and activities such as sailing, golf, tennis, and beach volleyball. Expats can also join local organizations such as the Barbados International Business Association, the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Barbados Investment and Development Corporation. Additionally, expats can meet people by attending local events such as festivals, concerts, and art exhibitions. Expats can also meet people by attending church services, joining a book club, or taking a cooking class. Finally, expats can meet people by simply striking up conversations with locals in cafes, bars, and other public places," remarked one member in Barbados.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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