What's It Like Being a Jamaican Living in Bermuda?

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  • Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
  • In this episode of “Jamaicans to the World”, Jamaicans.com founder Xavier Murphy speaks with Joan Richardson. She is a Jamaican living in Bermuda. We discuss the food, culture, customs, the people, things to do, the language, music and adjusting to living in Bermuda as an expat. Xavier asks about the must eat foods and must visit places in Bermuda. #WeJaminate #Bermuda
    QUESTIONS
    01:23 - What part of Jamaica are you from?
    01:40 - Which high school did you attend in Jamaica?
    02:14 - How long have you lived in Bermuda?
    02:47 - How did you get to Bermuda?
    03:40 - How did you meet your husband
    06:16 - What are the people like?
    07:08 - Is Bermuda different than you expected?
    08:55 - What did you anticipate moving to Bermuda?
    09:45 - How long does it take to get around the island?
    10:45 - What is the food like?
    12:36 - What is the cost of living like?
    13:32 - Are there any interesting customs?
    14:34 - Why do people from all over the Caribbean live in Bermuda?
    15:58 - What is hurricane season like?
    16:56 - How do people react when they find out you are Jamaican?
    17:40 - What is the music like?
    18:21 - What was your biggest adjustment?
    19:21 - Are there a lot of Jamaicans there?
    20:03 - Are there mangoes there?
    20:59 - Do the fruits have different names?
    21:59 - What attractions do you recommend visiting?
    24:12 - What do you do for fun in Bermuda?
    26:31 - Is there still a strong British influence?
    27:47 - What is the first thing you are doing when you land in Jamaica?
    29:14 - How do you say bye in Bermuda?
    29:51 - Do some of the people in Bermuda speak Patois?
    30:35 - How do we find the Jamaican Association of Bermuda?
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 57

  • @Jamaicans
    @Jamaicans  2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for watching! Are you ready to visit Bermuda after watching this video? If you are an expat living in Bermuda what's been your experience there? Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a video in the “Jamaicans to the World” series - bit.ly/2yRRCxP

  • @jahwaine9584
    @jahwaine9584 2 роки тому +9

    Bless up all Bermudian and Jamaicans. Most beautiful island in the Sun.

    • @oyaami1874
      @oyaami1874 2 роки тому +1

      Bermuda is clean, safe and the people are the most polite I have ever met, but I would prefer to live in Jamaica.

  • @yxnone9771
    @yxnone9771 2 роки тому +6

    My grandfather and his wife and family lived in Bermuda and some Aunt's were born there but they grew up in Jamaica but remained British citizens. I understand it is a very beautiful place. My Mom and Sister had a short stop over there and they enjoyed the visit.

    • @eileenwatt8283
      @eileenwatt8283 2 роки тому +2

      It's beautiful but not much entertainment or things to do. One of the most expensive places in the world. The exchange rate to USA is $1 to $1.

  • @Yesmyjamaica
    @Yesmyjamaica 2 роки тому +5

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾I enjoyed the interview. The island looks very pretty. Thank you. 🇯🇲🇯🇲

    • @Jamaicans
      @Jamaicans  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe here so you don't miss any future videos in the series - bit.ly/2yRRCxP

  • @gillmush4974
    @gillmush4974 2 роки тому +16

    It was like pulling teeth getting her to answer most questions.

    • @sammied3000
      @sammied3000 2 роки тому +4

      I thought it was only me thinking that.

    • @earlyalvarez8703
      @earlyalvarez8703 2 роки тому +6

      LOL 😂 felt that way.... Xavier's job is not as easy as it looks...I work at an English school in Italy ( the conversation only department) although it's called " chat room" people come in expecting me to do all the chatting.... pulling teeth is no joke 🤣

    • @Binga7686
      @Binga7686 2 роки тому +7

      I agree it was a little strained. I think she is very shy and wanted to sound good. I think looking back at this interview I would recommend a repeat with another Jamaican.

    • @gillmush4974
      @gillmush4974 2 роки тому +3

      @@Binga7686 Yes, interviewing another Jamaican would be a great idea.

    • @FearanFaith
      @FearanFaith 2 роки тому +2

      @@Binga7686 I picked up on this also, she's old school, and sweet as pie, but just seemed limited in her responses.

  • @maxinehylton2767
    @maxinehylton2767 2 роки тому +2

    Bermuda’s beautiful beaches are worth the visit, I found transportation around the island difficult, no car rentals & buses are long wait. Cars for each family are restricted so be prepared to take an expensive taxi. Food is nothing special, people are extremely friendly & welcoming.. loved the beaches. I would visit again for the island feel.

  • @maureengolding2980
    @maureengolding2980 2 роки тому +4

    Bermuda is clean and nice. The people are warm in various public places. That is the only other country I would live besides North America and Jamaica.

  • @julietspencer8379
    @julietspencer8379 9 місяців тому

    Lovely interview Aunt Joan. You were spot on with how nice and beautiful Bermudian are. ❤ It a very pretty island.

  • @BORNFREE876
    @BORNFREE876 2 роки тому +5

    🇯🇲 Very beautiful aerial view.
    Noticed the police uniform look very much like Jamaica & Cayman, being very aware of their colonial masters.
    Since almost all foods are imported, I was expecting you to ask her where are the foods imported from, especially ground provisions.
    Would've been interesting to hear her last visit to Jamaica.

  • @slappagon
    @slappagon 2 роки тому +2

    I visited Bermuda about 8 years ago and I got the sense that some people didn't like Jamaicans. I stayed at place with a host (similar to AirBnB) and my wife and I were bitten by bedbugs. The host blamed the Jamaicans for bringing them, not knowing that we were from there. We paid for the best room that we learned was rented to white guests but was given the lower quality room. We got "upgraded" to the correct room for 1 day while she sorted out the bug issue. We did meet an EXTREMELY nice bus driver that made us feel very welcome and took us around showing the real beauty of Bermuda.

    • @eileenwatt8283
      @eileenwatt8283 2 роки тому +1

      If you are living out of Jamaica and don't sound Jamaican when you travel to other islands say you are American or whichever country you are residing in.
      When in Europe, Asia or Middle East claim your Jamaican heritage.
      Jamaicans are well liked in those countries.

    • @slappagon
      @slappagon 2 роки тому +2

      @@eileenwatt8283 that is factual. I learned there is a strong rivalry between the islands and everyone wants to be number 1. A lot are tired of being overshadowed by Jamaica

    • @Favouredandree
      @Favouredandree 2 роки тому +2

      @@slappagon i lived in Antigua for awhile, and we are the most hated of all the nationalities that are represented there. To be fair though most of us dont hide in the shadows. We are natural born leaders, and some are just rude & cause me to be embarass to say am Jamaican when am around this type of behaviour.

    • @slappagon
      @slappagon 2 роки тому

      @@Favouredandree facts

  • @jahwaine9584
    @jahwaine9584 2 роки тому +2

    In addition to Horse Shoe Beach with sand of several colors, there is Elbow Beach where all the sand is pink. Best fish cakes in the world, and world famous rum swizzle. Big up JAMAICA GRILLE Restaurant Family in Bermuda. 🙏🏾❤️💛💚💪🏾

  • @debbiepeart9493
    @debbiepeart9493 Рік тому

    BERMUDA is on my bucket list one day I will visit for sure

  • @KMyer
    @KMyer 2 роки тому +2

    What is it like being a Jamaican in Bermuda? I'm not one but I'm a product of each. You will be welcomed and revered. There's a strong community here of Jamaicans and they will hang out in sects, depending on their likes and lifestyle. If we hear your accent we will stop and listen and may engage in more conversation with you just to hear it. At least I do. Your cuisine is admired and demanded. It's a big deal when Bermudians say that they will take a trip to Jamaica. We love your country. You will probably be favoured for employment over other nationalities, especially in the medical field.
    You can make it here with the high cost of living and your living conditions may not be tops, but it will still be clean and modest. Jobs range from transportation, cuisine, elderly home care, janitorial to construction. Or any field that you specialize in if there aren't enough Bermudians to fill the jobs.
    You'll probably miss the fresh fruits and vegetables as everything is just about imported, but Jamaicans are known to travel back home several times a year. There's not too many Jamaicans that I know of who have packed up and gone back to their country, or anywhere else, so they must love it here.

  • @Favouredandree
    @Favouredandree 2 роки тому

    Miss Joan Richardson our Jamacian language is applicable everyday oof the week, night or day, just like any other language including " the queens english".

  • @rayden21
    @rayden21 2 роки тому +1

    Great job Joan

  • @r50559
    @r50559 2 роки тому +2

    Lawd oonu so judgmental. Just appreciate the time that the lady took to share

  • @rubyberylgarraway634
    @rubyberylgarraway634 2 роки тому +2

    That was cool.nice

  • @kojakcountrylifestyle3580
    @kojakcountrylifestyle3580 2 роки тому +2

    Big up family from Kojak country Lifestyle youtube in Jamaica.

  • @milli6415
    @milli6415 2 роки тому +1

    Hello, am trying to find Ms. Batta, and her daughter Ms. Etta, they live in Bermuda. Their mother (deceased) Aunt Hilda lived in Franklyn Town, Upper York St.

  • @donnaherman3876
    @donnaherman3876 2 роки тому +2

    Joan, are you still friends with the friend who introduced you to your husband.

  • @debbiepeart9493
    @debbiepeart9493 Рік тому

    BIG UP D SIDE I AM LIVING IN FALMOUTH

  • @4321weezee
    @4321weezee 2 роки тому +1

    Lol "I think it's some hills" 🤣 I'm dead ps I'm a Bermudian and that took me out. All the island is a few hills n beaches and swamps.

  • @Riptack7591
    @Riptack7591 2 роки тому +3

    The place is 20 square miles! Surely, everyone knows each other there?

  • @nyokamiller2702
    @nyokamiller2702 2 роки тому

    Great story

  • @nighni459
    @nighni459 2 роки тому +1

    Prime Minister of Bermuda mother is from Clark's Town Trelawny

  • @vlevene344
    @vlevene344 2 роки тому +1

    Breakfast looks yummy

  • @tanyabartley2010
    @tanyabartley2010 2 роки тому +2

    No jelly, no.yam, no mangoes .i couldnt survive...🤣🤣😂, nice interview though..

  • @millicentsamuels9442
    @millicentsamuels9442 2 роки тому +1

    .in Canada

  • @sammied3000
    @sammied3000 2 роки тому +4

    The other Caribbean islands men came mostly to join the police force. You will find loads of Barbadian police officers working there.

  • @millicentsamuels9442
    @millicentsamuels9442 2 роки тому +1

    Hi joan glad.to see you I.was thinking about you how can I get..in touch with you it's rona

  • @Favouredandree
    @Favouredandree 2 роки тому

    21 square miles, and here i was thinking Antigua was small.

  • @eileenwatt8283
    @eileenwatt8283 2 роки тому

    People went to Bermuda because the salary is good. The USA is the same as Bermudian dollar in value.
    You need heat in December in the homes. Most homes have white wash roofs. I don't know why.
    It's good to visit but Island fever will get you. Too small.

    • @vincentdixon2562
      @vincentdixon2562 2 роки тому

      Bermuda has no lakes or rivers to get water, their water is captured from rainfall on the white roofs and feed to storage tanks under every home.

  • @SammyJ96
    @SammyJ96 2 роки тому +1

    In a way she was hard to listen to. Lord.

  • @maqudizesunset6033
    @maqudizesunset6033 2 роки тому +3

    I didn't enjoy this interview, she was boring, I couldn't wait for it to be over 😴

    • @gillmush4974
      @gillmush4974 2 роки тому +3

      Totally agree!! Out of all the interviews, this has to be the worst.

    • @eileenwatt8283
      @eileenwatt8283 2 роки тому +1

      She's mellow. Bermudians are laid back. She was okay. It's a tiny place there is nothing exciting to share.
      My Jamaican born and raised cousin lives there over 50 year and she complained how boring the island is. She eventually move to the UK.

    • @Favouredandree
      @Favouredandree 2 роки тому

      Lol tek time wid r man. I dont think she had ever seen any of the interviews. I would definately love to see another perspective of the island of Bermuda.

    • @KMyer
      @KMyer 2 роки тому +1

      But the host is cute

    • @maqudizesunset6033
      @maqudizesunset6033 2 роки тому

      @@KMyer 😍