🇧🇸 What You Need To Know Before Moving To The Bahamas | Bahamas | This Bahamian Gyal

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    DO NOT move to The Bahamas without watching this video first. If you're an expat thinking of relocating to the islands, there are some crucial things you need to know. And I'm gonna be giving it to you straight. No chaser.
    I'm letting you in on all of the things no one tells you about living in The Bahamas.
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  • @bebee4424
    @bebee4424 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is the most honest video of any country I have ever heard. Thank you. God bless you.

  • @Chris-oh2jq
    @Chris-oh2jq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I first visited the Bahamas when I was 11 and fell in love with the people. I said I'd live there one day. I'm 50 now and still have the same dream.

    • @tinahansenxo
      @tinahansenxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Go live your dream 💪😊

    • @callieduval3000
      @callieduval3000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too making plans now to retire in exuma or eluthera

    • @Rotterdam-hoogvliet
      @Rotterdam-hoogvliet 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Dont dream your live go living your dream now

    • @russcarr3406
      @russcarr3406 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Don’t believe the hype. If you’re white be wary. The capital is dangerous. Not as safe as when I was a kid there. Prices were high even in the 90s. Bad jobs that don’t pay well. If I was rich. I would move back. Probably visit Ancestors Origins of Red Bay. Bahamians are different from everyone. Bad influence from Abroad. 🤦🏾‍♂️

    • @PrimeKobeBryant
      @PrimeKobeBryant 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Live your dream just find a bahamian friend pick up a construction or carpentry skill and do jobs to make a living

  • @timmorris2624
    @timmorris2624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Love the honesty girl...not what the tourism office would like but real people live real lives. I have been researching the outer Islands for a few years now and by far you were the most informative of anything seen or read. My dream is Long Island, off grid (solar) and growing my own food. I have no illusions as to how hard this would be but some things are worth everything! Blessings from Canada!!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hi Tim! Thank you so much for watching my video. I appreciate your kind words. Long Island is one of the few islands 🏝 I haven't visited. You can definitely live off the grid there. Yeah, man...I have to be honest. No sense in lying. Much love!

    • @yerebochimonda7473
      @yerebochimonda7473 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Please my name is kwabena. I'm from Ghana. But now I live in Korea ,please Can I get your number?

    • @PrimeKobeBryant
      @PrimeKobeBryant 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I’m from Long Island and moved to Canada for school. I miss the time I spent as a child every day so much more easy going

  • @matthewgrammatico8434
    @matthewgrammatico8434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I'm a Bahamian who has been living in Canada for a while and obviously haven't been home in more than a year due to the pandemic. The Bahamian vibes and photos/videos really make me feel good. Praying I can at least come home to Nassau in the summer

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Awwwwww...let me tell you something....there truly is no place like home. I went there in December/January and the MINUTE I saw the water and flowers, I fell back in love. We have our faults, but we happen to be from one of the most beautiful countries on the planet. Hope you make it back home soon and stay warm in Canada! Thanks for watching.

  • @hammerhawk12
    @hammerhawk12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I so missed living in the Bahamas , left at the age of 15 . Missed the wonderful ppl and pride they have for they're Bahama-Land🇧🇸

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yup. We so have a lot of love and pride for these little islands in the sun🌞. Even though we is talk bad about the place when we ready. That is home. 🏠

    • @sherrodharris6598
      @sherrodharris6598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Where did you move to?I hope not the stolen usa.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lord give me SKRENTT....BOL at "stolen USA.". Yes, I right there. Lol.

  • @nekadee7569
    @nekadee7569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your right on all points. Thanks for the tips 🙏🏽🇨🇦🇧🇸

  • @edwiser3547
    @edwiser3547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Hi Rogan, Excellent video. I look forward to more. I love Bahamas. I spent two decades running charters from Florida to Bahamas and never got tired of it or the people. Unfortunately, there is a lot of government corruption, mostly in Nassau, largely a result of the PLP and Pindling's legacy. OMG, he was a corrupt, greedy sob. I have found most Bahamians to be honest, upright, kind, generous people. Americans could learn a lot about courtesy and kindness from my friends in the family islands.
    I have a typical story for you. Twelve years ago I was in Bimini as captain on a Hatteras motor yacht. Late one afternoon I took a bike ride up to Baileytown. I saw a guy cleaning lobster under a tree and struck up a conversation with him. Turns out he was the cousin of Ossie Brown, who I knew from years earlier at the Compleat Angler.
    I asked him how much for lobster and he offered to sell me a dozen. I said I left my wallet on the boat and he said "No problem. Take the tails and come back later when you can." Now I did not know this guy and he did not know me or where I was staying but he gave me a dozen tails and I hopped on my bike and rode away. As I did so I was thinking about how friendly and trusting he was. I knew this was someone I wanted to do business with. I got back to the boat, got my wallet, and rode back to pay him immediately. I think he was a little surprised to see me return. This was the beginning of a great friendship that endures today and is very typical of my experience in Bahamas.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello Ed! Thank you so much for the kind sentiments. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Lots more great content on the way. The story you shared was so wonderful. I totally believe that man allowed you to leave and return with the money. He reminds me of so many Family Islanders. Bahamians are some of the most amazing people on the planet. We have our bad ways when we're ready. But, we are special people. No one on the planet like my people. I am so happy you found my channel. Consider subscribing!

    • @wildcoastadventures7535
      @wildcoastadventures7535 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great story. Good people are everywhere. Thanks for Sharing that insight.

    • @yvonnengenwe9191
      @yvonnengenwe9191 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisBahamianGyal Pls can I get your contact pls

    • @swalker1348
      @swalker1348 ปีที่แล้ว

      My husband has been offered a job in Nassau These videos will be a great help. I have no idea what we’ll end up doing, but all the comments about the kindness of the people are refreshing. We could all learn to be better humans.

    • @justinhart7172
      @justinhart7172 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@swalker1348 the stories of family islands are not of Nassau. Just saying, it’s a different custom

  • @MrSeraphcorp
    @MrSeraphcorp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for keeping it real I'm so grateful for your honesty thank you.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. You are so welcome! I appreciate you.

  • @mattharte7334
    @mattharte7334 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a really great video and I love how you’re so open and honest about all things Bahamian, I would love to visit the outside islands one day.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for subscribing, Matt! I appreciate that so much. And you should definitely visit the Family Islands. Go to Exuma.

  • @sabrinamadison8769
    @sabrinamadison8769 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I know this a older video but in the process of moving to the Bahamas I love all of your videos. Going into a new phase of life

  • @bahamaduke
    @bahamaduke ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I am a Bahamian living in Canada 🇨🇦. Stumbled across this channel, saw the topic, and assumed it was going to be one of those...if you know what I mean. Was refreshingly surprised with your down to earth truth talk about living in the Bahamian. Yet you managed to still portray the natural beauty of the country and interesting culture of the people. Loved ❤️ it. You are totally killing it girl. This is one year late but I hope you are still inspired and dropping content.
    Live rich and continue to be blessed beautiful Bahamian lady.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, my Bahamian bruddah! Haha. Yes, I am still making content and my channel is growing every day. Thank God. Be sure to check out my other videos and subscribe if the spirit moves you. Lolol. 🇧🇸

    • @bahamaduke
      @bahamaduke ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal The spirit has moves...lol. I already have, will keep watching and reposting your content. Gat your covered sis...family business. Bahamian thing...lol, everyone is family.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      Bam bam bam. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Ya know dat and thank u so much!!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      I laughed so hard at "the spirit has moves." You so fool. Lolol.

    • @bahamaduke
      @bahamaduke ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisBahamianGyal My God, that sounds so good...lol. Smilig ear to ear...show my Bahamian pearly whites.No one has talked to me that was in a long time. That is so Bahamas, "you so fool". I am really "fool", I am enjoying it. That is pure silly.

  • @sincerelyl.a535
    @sincerelyl.a535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This video is spot on! I'm from the Bahamas (Abaco) and live in the DMV areas as well!! Can't wait to see more content from you😃🇧🇸🇧🇸🇧🇸🇧🇸

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey gyal! Thank you so much. I am happy you enjoyed it. Oh...you is an Abaco gyal. Are you in school in the US or living there permanently?

    • @sincerelyl.a535
      @sincerelyl.a535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal I live here permanently ❤

    • @edwardtugbiyele
      @edwardtugbiyele 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very interesting content. I would love to relocate to the Bahamas. Could you please tell me how easy/difficult is it for migrants to get employments in the Bahamas. I hold a BSC in Computer Science but currently specialize as a ICT Customer support/Sales agent. Regards.

  • @jolly7728
    @jolly7728 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice vid. Enjoyed the straight talk. And the camera loves This Bahamian Gyal -- she's so smart and charming, and she represents her country very well.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha...Hi Jolly! Yeah, man...I have to keep it real. I love my country, but we have some problems. Can't lie about that. Lol. Thanks for watching!

  • @punkyreggaeparty8786
    @punkyreggaeparty8786 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You had me at the intro. Thank you so much for this. Suɓbed. ❤

  • @Kamirarenee
    @Kamirarenee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing and being so candid! Subscribed.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch. I really appreciate the sub! 💛💛💛

  • @nadiaaraujo5215
    @nadiaaraujo5215 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for your video I loved it! I’m hoping relocating soon & your video helped me a lot ! 🫂💗

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are absolutely welcome, honey. Thank YOU for watching!

  • @illinoishicken2968
    @illinoishicken2968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that you promote the family island,you give first hand information because your experience on those island good job.you told the truth about Nassau so any one that comes will know what to expect,keep up the fantastic job.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for watching. Happy you enjoyed it.

  • @chubbytummymafia
    @chubbytummymafia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I haven't been to the Bahamas in almost a year and this video made me so homesick.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awwww...make sure take a trip as soon as you can. I know the feeling. Despite its faults,, The Bahamas is a special place. There's no place like home.

  • @johnyoungadults5872
    @johnyoungadults5872 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you very much for this great advices toward my coming to the Bahamas next coming month

  • @benjaminisrael6954
    @benjaminisrael6954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You spot on with everything, great video!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha. Thank you so much!!!! I tried to be as accurate as possible. Lol.

  • @ronc7513
    @ronc7513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks a lot. I'm moving there few months from now... great help.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Gerone. I appreciate that so much. Thanks a million for watching.

  • @roythurston7799
    @roythurston7799 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a great video and you unpacked a lot. Yeah a lot of this stuff I had forgotten about but I’m gonna share it with a lot of friends who are traveling with us this year.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      Please do! That would be so incredible. I have so much content on Nassau that they could benefit from. Thanks a million.

  • @worldtravellermakingachang2967
    @worldtravellermakingachang2967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Rogie! Really on point.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heyyyyyyy!!! Thank you so much!!!!! Glad you watched.

  • @robinwilliams3420
    @robinwilliams3420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Seems about right .... spent my childhood on Grand Bahamas in the 70's. Life has never been as good since 💙 On the whole ... beautiful people 👌

  • @jenniferclark9170
    @jenniferclark9170 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is amazing information. Thank you! I'm seriously considering moving there.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. Thank YOU for watching!

  • @Olugcfr
    @Olugcfr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this information

  • @Franchise_Consultant_Broker
    @Franchise_Consultant_Broker 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great information! Well done! 👍

  • @lmhall7478
    @lmhall7478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this info!

  • @TheFabFleurs
    @TheFabFleurs หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m relocating home next month & had to get a refresher😂 this was great🇧🇸

  • @dbldtrbl
    @dbldtrbl ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I'm Trinidadian and I really wanna experience The Bahamas, thanks for this.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. Thank you for watching. Visit soon!

  • @shari102476
    @shari102476 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You cracked me up. Thanks for the tips

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed! Haha...my job is done. Heehee.

  • @outdoorzfam
    @outdoorzfam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the vibes and facts, thank you luv 🤎💙💚👍✊

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed the vibes. Lol.

  • @Kaisteve
    @Kaisteve 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to Visit Bahamas , Thank for your tips

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Manzi. You are so welcome. I hope you go soon. And don't feel like you have to only go to Nassau. There are so many other wonderful islands to visit.

  • @bigchadfamous
    @bigchadfamous 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the advice

  • @BTCballer305
    @BTCballer305 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This video is awesome!! THANK YOU

  • @sydneyramsey3325
    @sydneyramsey3325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am watching u from nassau u right on point a true bahamian keep up the good work

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Sydney!!! Thanks for watching. You are making me miss Nassau. Child....I have to be honest. If I lie, yinna ga call me out. Lol. You know Bahamian don't play! 🤣🤣🤣🇧🇸🇧🇸🇧🇸

  • @jenniferjohnson72019
    @jenniferjohnson72019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved this video❤❤❤

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow. Thank you so much for saying that, Jennifer. That means a lot! Sending much love and blessings your way!

  • @shonuff1000
    @shonuff1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you So much for the info!!! A real Eye 👁 opener for me!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You sre so welcome. Just wanted to be straight up with my audience.

    • @shonuff1000
      @shonuff1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal
      I appreciate that. I had these big dreams of living in Caribbean but I realize that it takes big money 💵 to live there.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! Listen...I live in the US now and sooooo many people think island living is so cheap. Ha! You have to have some serious dollars to live the island dream that many people see in the movies. But, island living had its perks.

  • @lakerabeen6095
    @lakerabeen6095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    And that's why I'm pride to be a Bahamian cuz of our beautiful islands

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen!! 🇧🇸 🇧🇸

    • @akinwaleakinranti2506
      @akinwaleakinranti2506 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I plan to move in,can we please talk

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello. I'm sorry, I am not an immigration specialist. You may need to contact a lawyer.

  • @sheeks2467
    @sheeks2467 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learnt so much!!!! Thank you.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Rusheka! Thank you for watching. You are so welcome!!!

  • @ThisBahamianGyal
    @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    If you enjoyed this video and want to see more content like this, please scroll up and press the SUBSCRIBE button. I love that my channel is growing, but I would like to get to 6,000 subscribers by March 2023. Thanks in advance!
    XOXO,
    This Bahamian Gyal

    • @YoGirlChe
      @YoGirlChe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the awesome 👌 information. It completely blew my high (on life, I don't do drugs). You helped me snap out of it. I've been imagining myself move to an island 🏝 in the Bahamas. Not happening. I'll visit though.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@YoGirlChe Ha ha. Hi CheNicole.Thank you so much for watching and for the kids words. Listen, a lot of people romanticize life on an island. It's beautiful, but there's a lot that comes along with that, too. And it's not all pretty. Thanks for subscribing!

    • @dominiquejean8393
      @dominiquejean8393 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do i need a visa to go over there

    • @andrescarrasco4980
      @andrescarrasco4980 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Bahamian.Girl !!!! You are awesome !!!

    • @yankie.o.e1961
      @yankie.o.e1961 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisBahamianGyal I want to move to bahamas, what is the procedure

  • @jeanettegreen7738
    @jeanettegreen7738 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re on point girl!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha ha. Thank you so much, Jeanette. I know how my people go. LOL.

  • @rlcoop1
    @rlcoop1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My only trip to the Bahamas was to Exuma in 2015. So beautiful and the people were wonderful.

  • @JPAPILLON1
    @JPAPILLON1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very accurate!!! Good job

  • @derrickwest2576
    @derrickwest2576 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Enjoyed your video learned alot maybe one day I visit ❤

  • @Chilopoda81
    @Chilopoda81 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very comprehensive- thank you

  • @stephaniechessa4545
    @stephaniechessa4545 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is lovely. I am a Bahamian living in Australia, missing my beautiful people

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow!!! You live down under??!!! That is so bomb. I'm so jealous. I've always wanted to visit Australia. You're so lucky. How long have you been there?

  • @edwilliams5007
    @edwilliams5007 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for your video! Really gave me a lot to think about. Hope to see you there when I move to the Bahamas from Russia. :) Thank You !

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Ed. You're so welcome. Sadly, I no longer live in The Bahamas. I live in DC now. But, I do have my entire family there, so I visit often and am still very connected to the country. Ha ha.

  • @franganmacloud8046
    @franganmacloud8046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow. I'M so grateful for informations. I didn't know all this things. TNX you are real sweet!!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are very welcome! All the best.

    • @franganmacloud8046
      @franganmacloud8046 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisBahamianGyal Thank you on welcoming. Who knows - the world are small - maybe we are meeting each other one day. Bye :)

  • @secondchanceenterprise6132
    @secondchanceenterprise6132 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ! I just subscribed because you gave some good tips & the real of what it is like living there. I am to purchase a home in the Caribbean soon as my family is from Jamaica.

  • @hoos.crypto
    @hoos.crypto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for posting, this was useful information.

  • @RighteousChosen1
    @RighteousChosen1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! Very thorough

  • @josephpinheiro9667
    @josephpinheiro9667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so helpful thanks :)

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Joseph! You are so welcome. Thank YOU for watching!

  • @Media_Insight
    @Media_Insight 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love this, especially the horn language. And Chrissy said the same thing with Canada. Don't blow that horn!
    Man. You did a good job. And honesty is the best policy.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha ha. Thank you!!! Wait...in Canada they don't blow the horn? Child....Bahamians is do what they wanna do. It's so much easier to blow the horn rather than wave! LOL. We are a unique people.

    • @Media_Insight
      @Media_Insight 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal She was in Vancouver and Toronto at one point, and they got schooled quickly.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have to tell the truth, child. You think I want CYC nation coming after me?!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oceanwave4142 Hi there. I hear you, but it's a cultural thing. You wouldn't hear the horns in your home unless you have really really thin walls. But, I hear you. Thanks for watching.

  • @mervillepeart3462
    @mervillepeart3462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the informstion; I am thinking about retiring there. Now I have to make some conscious decisions.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Merville. You are very welcome. The Bahamas is a great place to retire to. Tons of islands. You don't have to live in Nassau. Trust me. Lots of terrific options.

  • @mia.2936
    @mia.2936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you , very informative.

  • @bumpy818
    @bumpy818 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this was excellent. thank you

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, Maria. Love your profile pic BTW. Lol.

  • @diamondvideos1061
    @diamondvideos1061 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video...I so want to see the Bahamas. Saludos from Los Cabos!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You'll get there soon. I know you will! It's a beautiful place.

  • @ja1505
    @ja1505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This should make anyone from America really appreciate our country.

  • @ExodusCollective
    @ExodusCollective 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really useful information - it's so helpful to get the inside take on what life on the islands can really be like. Thanks for sharing!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you sooooo much. You are really kind. I love getting an insider's view, too.

  • @fisherman1353
    @fisherman1353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a Cuban American I was amazed how gorgeous eleuthera is ,came back from a two week vacation over there and at first I was like well I was born in a island too so it’s more of the same but reality hit me and I think I found the most beautiful beach in lighthouse point

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Unfortunately, I have never been to Lighthouse Point. Disney now owns it. But, I have seen pictures and my friends have told me it's THE MOST beautiful beach they have ever seen in their lives.

    • @fisherman1353
      @fisherman1353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThisBahamianGyal it’s really gorgeous believe me! I remember when I was a kid in Cuba they used to say that we have the most beautiful beaches in the world but when I got to see the one at lighthouse point I realized that was the really big deal,that’s why Disney bought it! I’d recommend to go there before they start building and if you go try to go by boat because the roads are not good ,God will I’m definitely coming back there

    • @OceanLife772
      @OceanLife772 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fisherman1353 Hello Cuban Paisano! Varadero and santa lucia were pretty nice beaches. I am going to Exuma in August. Can’t wait!

  • @rowenacheenagray4197
    @rowenacheenagray4197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best country in the world. Great informer . True information.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It absolutely is. Thanks for watching! 🇧🇸 242 to the world!

  • @ashleyt3341
    @ashleyt3341 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, thank you for your video, I learnt a lot of valuable information! Hoping to move there on a work permit from the UK in the next couple months! I am getting super excited!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome! Thanks for watching! Best of luck to you.

  • @binuvt9104
    @binuvt9104 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely fantastic

  • @estherdukes2127
    @estherdukes2127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m a proud Bahamian living in the US and this was spot on!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Esther!!! Thank you, babes! Which state you living in?

    • @estherdukes2127
      @estherdukes2127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal Alabama

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh!!! You in 'Bama. Ok!!!

    • @pranxxx
      @pranxxx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@estherdukes2127 why did you leave the Bahamas?

  • @janicemurphy-ingram7624
    @janicemurphy-ingram7624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved Nassau! I was at The Melia and was content to be on the resort. Cable Beach was beautiful.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Janice! I am soooo happy you enjoyed my little island. I lived in the Cable Beach area when I lived in Nassau. It truly is beautiful. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video and comment. It means a lot!

  • @rubikino7569
    @rubikino7569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video . very informative . thx

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! You are so welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @FlashVedder
    @FlashVedder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s very Tempting :) been living in Spain for years and been interested in looking into another country :)

  • @Mbariku2
    @Mbariku2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really appreciate your videos. I wants to come to the Bahamas, and live there for sometimes..

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Mbariku. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos.

  • @tee6071
    @tee6071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thx so much for this video

  • @morganrtb
    @morganrtb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FACTS FACTS FACTS. This video is so accurate!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Morgan! Thanks for watching. It's so true, isn't it? 😂😂

  • @PaulaParker-ri3rr
    @PaulaParker-ri3rr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent presentation !!

  • @zzzxxzzz3248
    @zzzxxzzz3248 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing !

  • @TheGreatStarofAfrica
    @TheGreatStarofAfrica 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you soooo open so honest!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for taking the time to watch! So happy you enjoyed it.

  • @nevermind2394
    @nevermind2394 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HAHAHAHA Love this - so cool to hear someone dish the real goods - You RULE!!!! 🙏😂❤️

  • @globedrifters1049
    @globedrifters1049 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I went to the Exumas and I concur, the most amazing beaches I have ever seen! I worked on a boat and got to see some of the most pristine beaches ever, Compass Key for sure!

  • @kaileygurl22
    @kaileygurl22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Watching from Barbados and surprised to find that 90% of this stuff applies to us here as well, lol. Especially what was said about government agencies and time!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi Keilan! Thanks for watching. Listen....I don't know why our Caribbean countries can't get it together. Lol. But, someone from Greece said the same thing applies to Greece as well. Lol.

    • @gary84118
      @gary84118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am watching from ST, Elizabeth Jamaica and I can relate about the ontime issues the carribean people have , especially our leaders never on time , but I love the carribean very time I visit Canada 🇨🇦 and the USA I am home sick, just want to go back to Jamaica lol I love ur vibes, do ur thing sister

  • @arebolar
    @arebolar 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations. This is a very enlightening video

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much.

  • @tyoravins3769
    @tyoravins3769 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love your video. I am considering moving to the Bahamas. It has 95% similarities with were i come from in Africa. The Bahamas is just literally Africa with beautiful beaches 😂😂 so I'll settle in easily. It is even a little more intense in Africa but we have incredible night life here

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello hello! Thank you so much for visiting my channel. I have a lot of African friends (Kenya, Senegal, etc) and they always talk about the similarities. So, I believe you. Haha. You would love it there. Lots of Nigerians live in The Bahamas.

  • @helenstubbs8385
    @helenstubbs8385 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I l am from the Bahamas and I now live in New Jersey. So I absolutely agree with you

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Helen. Thanks for watching! Hope you're doing great in Jersey!

    • @drharrison5770
      @drharrison5770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Helen have a wonderful day baby miss you happy Val day dear

  • @fredjofka6124
    @fredjofka6124 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative and well presented. Welcome to Bahama(s)! On the top of it , you are very beautiful so can`t get enough with this video. My dreamed post covid vacation place is Bahamas of course, but will definitively not make it my home land after watching this. Mainly for the high potential risk of hurricane strikes and not so necessary high cost of living. Thank you.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for watching! Truly appreciate it. I certainly understand. Hurricanes can be quite unsettling for most people. Personally, I love them. Probably because I'm used to them.

  • @lindamaillis8905
    @lindamaillis8905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing info. I am a a Bahamian living in Greece. Miss, miss my home.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Linda! Thanks so much for watching! Any relation to Pericles Maillis? Millis is not a common name in The Bahamas. Thank you so much.

    • @lindamaillis8905
      @lindamaillis8905 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThisBahamianGyal My husband’s relative

    • @drharrison5770
      @drharrison5770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Linda love to hear from you sister in my country happy Val a wonderful day miss u love u stay bles😍😍😍😍

  • @travelandlifewithroaz
    @travelandlifewithroaz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are planning to move here. I will keep your advice noted.

  • @olarindesamuel6904
    @olarindesamuel6904 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks you my sister, for this information, God bless you and your family, I from Lagos Nigeria, I like to come to Bahamas nest year by God grace, more blessing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @33d00mfr
    @33d00mfr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thks for the video!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Thank you for watching.

  • @nataliaeidelberg
    @nataliaeidelberg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video❤️

  • @pashun4fashun
    @pashun4fashun 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yea #6 is my favorite part of this video already! and ine finish watching yet.😂😂

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi dabrat!! Thank you so much. I am happy you found my channel and video.

  • @_fastlaner
    @_fastlaner 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great video thank you

  • @alphaf4365
    @alphaf4365 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi! I just got an offer as a Nurse in the Bahamas. This helps me to contemplate whether to accept the offer or not. Thanks for the info.😊

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. I have cousins who are nurses in The Bahamas. They are trying to get out of that peofession. It's tough!

  • @kkpkkprr
    @kkpkkprr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So moving to the Bahamas and just bought a house on an outer Island!!!! Looking forward to living on island time 😻😻😻

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Kathleen!!!! Congratulations, gyal!!! Which island you going to? Or as we say, vey you gurn? I am so proud of you. Yeah, child...you ga be on island time fa true! 😆😆😆😆

    • @kkpkkprr
      @kkpkkprr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal let me just say MEOW.... And it's going to be so purrrrrfect and I know you know where I'm going 😻 Supa happy ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Your channel rocks and thank you for all you do!!!

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha...say no more. I know JUST where you are going. Hahaha...You are going to love it there. Fantastic beaches and many people haven't caught on to how gorgeous that island is. You will make the lions and tigers 🐅 jealous. Haha.

  • @lindaferrill1897
    @lindaferrill1897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've been going to the Bahamas for many, many years and have been to Nassau, Exuma and Cat Island and as far as swimming beaches, paddle boarding you can't beat Cat Island. Exuma beaches were pretty but the currant was a bit stronger and difficult getting in and out of where as Cat island was pure paradise......they seem to have more "coves" that make the water calmer.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Linda....Cat Island does have spectacular beaches, too. You are right. First time I went there it took my breath away. I suppose it all comes down to preference. Cat Islanders are super friendly, too. At least they were to me. LOL. Thanks a million for watching!

    • @crownmichael4240
      @crownmichael4240 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would like to connect to you Linda

    • @mvlexn123
      @mvlexn123 ปีที่แล้ว

      some of the people there are just weird tho...

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello. Thanks for watching. How so?

    • @mvlexn123
      @mvlexn123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal when I was walking through the beach I saw some men keep bothering couple women if they can go to their house and they kept saying no but they kept asking, also I saw them try to give alcohol to underage kids.

  • @michaelodea6839
    @michaelodea6839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Information

  • @edwiser3547
    @edwiser3547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The best places to eat in Nassau are the food shacks at Potter's Cay. Most visitors never get there. This is where the locals go to party on Friday night. Try the tropical conch salad. It is my favorite. Also, check out things up on the Hill, in the vicinity of the rum distillery and the art center. There is also a history museum in the area and some historic hotels and B and Bs.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love the tropical salad, but the traditional remains my favourite. LOL. I actually don't like eating at Potter's Cay Dock. I find that place to be atrocious as far as cleanliness is concerned. I would never direct anyone there. I have heard family members say they love the food, but I am too much of a clean freak to eat there. But, to each his own. I do agree with the area near the rum distillery. You are on point! That area is so slept on. People just don't know how amazing that area is.

    • @edwiser3547
      @edwiser3547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal You are soooo right about the cleanliness...or more accurately the filth. It is a dirty place. But I have had some good food and fellowship there. I like to stroll along the seawall and talk to the crews on the mailboats. I sure wish the government would clean the place up though.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@edwiser3547 Me, too! It's such an amazing spot. But, the vendors bear some responsibility, too. I also wish the government would get serious about enforcement.

  • @stevemaximay7243
    @stevemaximay7243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been to New Providence and several of the family islands on work assignments over the last three decades and you are on point with your observations. Found it strange you did not find a way to mention "over the Hill" especially with respect to the cuisine. I am currently working (virtually for now) on Climate Change adaptations and mitigations in the Bahamas ....so the hurricane issue is close to my heart as a fellow Caribbean National

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Steve!! Thank you for watching and commenting. We need more people who have an interest in climate change. Good for you!

    • @stevemaximay7243
      @stevemaximay7243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThisBahamianGyal You are most deservedly welcome. I should be back in the Bahamas by October .....when next you have the time...this is some of what I do th-cam.com/video/3DB-ORggIf0/w-d-xo.html

  • @byrd1byrd
    @byrd1byrd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative..actually in Biloxi while watching this..thats funny! Lol

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for taking the time to watch my video 📹 🎥.

  • @EuelSylvester-zt3oe
    @EuelSylvester-zt3oe 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you sis for these very valuable information, I have been researching and I am hoping to relocate there soon I kinds prefer Nassau for many reasons but I might change that preference after I have settled into the culture
    Wonderful video, keep up the good work sis.

  • @mackman3294
    @mackman3294 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I know this is an old video however, I wanted to voice my opinion. I love the content, being a native this was completely accurate. It's a beautiful country but my frustration comes from a lazy mindset from hard working Bahamians. Here's what I mean by that. We don't grow our own food, we don't manufacture our own goods or teach others how to do so, we don't have incentives for graduates to stay and reinvest in our people. Island time should not be an excuse for common courtesy and on time customer service, especially when it comes to government entities. As far as hurricanes, it's been a few years since hurricane Dorian hit the Great Abaco, then instead of being proactive and learning from the devastation, the government remains reactive. I think every major island (7)should have a strong hurricane relief structure in case no one can evacuate. We often complain about the topics you talked about about however, nobody wants to change the mindset just because that's the way it has always been done. I don't think we have even scratched the surface of our full potential simply because of the lazy mindset. Simply paying for goods and services from other countries won't cut it, simply depending on tourism won't cut it. Buy a fish you eat for a few days. Teach a man how to fish you will eat for a lifetime. If the US suffers a national or economic collapse it would also be catastrophic for our economy. Therefore, we must become independent from imported goods. You have been informed.

  • @crazychicSHENA
    @crazychicSHENA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am Irish 🇮🇪 🇺🇸American but I need to visit the Bahamas ASAP omg beautiful 😍.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The video and photos don't do it justice. By the way, I don't know I'd you've been to Ireland, but it is GORGEOUS!!!!

    • @crazychicSHENA
      @crazychicSHENA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThisBahamianGyal I was Born in Ireland but in now Boston Massachusetts and great video content thx 😊 you blessings.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh!!! I fell in absolute love with Ireland.. My brother and I went there a few years ago. We did NOT want to leave. I did a video of my time there.. Btw I love Boston, too. Such a terrific city. Thank you so much for visiting my channel. Don't be a stranger.

    • @drharrison5770
      @drharrison5770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@crazychicSHENA my country is nice and cool place to live you are welcome at Anytime baby I have visit many countries in the world Ireland UK USA many other European countries but i still love my country love you too baby stay bless happy Val day😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @LycandersAim
    @LycandersAim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Real talk. 👍

  • @kellyanderson9885
    @kellyanderson9885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Listennnnn!!! Listen to me! This was 100% on point. I'm still trying to find the lie. One thing I can say about you Rogan is that you give the truth 100% of the time. Sometimes people try to pretty up The Bahamas. It's already a beautiful place, but like you said...it's a real place in the REAL WORLD. We have problems just like everyone else. Thanks for touching on the crime, the potcakes and how slow the damn "GUBMENT" is. I hope people watch this video, like seriously because this is a great place to start for people who think The Bahamas is all peaches and cream.
    I already see how this could be a multi-part video because you need to talk about how Bahamians feel about certain foreigners. You know just what I talking about. Anyway, keep up the great work. I can't wait for your channel to blow the hell up because your content is boss.

    • @ThisBahamianGyal
      @ThisBahamianGyal  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you, Kelly! Look here...I have to tell the truth. Doesn't make sense for me to lie. When the people move to The Bahamas they would ask why no one told them. LOL. BTW...that is a great idea to do a series. I thought about that because there is sooooo much to talk about. When I was done recording I realized I missed a couple of things.