Glad you had a good experience. I'm also Canadian and moved to Mobay to be with my hubby, and had quite a challenging experience. Hope you don't mind if I share as well. We didn't have much money - hubby worked long days for pitiful wages, I had to wait to get my papers so that I could work, and when I did try to find something - I was also offered pitiful wages (more than him though - yay?). Thankfully, I was able to find work online - but had to negotiate (bc I'm Canadian and have a degree) to $5 an hour (I still work remotely in Canada, but for MUCH better wages). A lot of unnecessarily strict rules in certain places (must wear a skirt/dress below the knees, sometimes with panty hose, full blouse that covers shoulders or you can't get in - frustrating when it's already so damn hot), men trying to grab me/touch me without consent, things are quite expensive sometimes (I really don't know how a Jamaican making a regular wage affords certain things, like a car - a car worth $2000 CAD would be at least 1 Mil JMD, which is ridiculous), jps or water commission trying to scam you for more money than necessary, water gone frequently (so ensure you have a tank), light gone semi frequently, poor customer service, afraid to go out too much at night bc of crime, bugs everywhere all the time no matter how much you clean, police harassment of citizens (never fun to watch. Just bc they think you look like you're bad, they'll harass you), harassment at the airport, harassment when you leave, antiquated services (if your signature doesn't match exactly as before, God help you), constantly afraid of being scammed bc it's clear by my accent I'm not from Jamaica, and anything you need to do somehow takes 10x longer than you need it to, driving in Jamaica can be very scary compared to Canada (smaller roads, a lot of potholes). Also, if you're not familiar with patois, that can be challenging as well. And one more thing - my family did try to start a beauty type business in Jamaica - had to abandon it, the landlords for the place we were renting tried to scam us. 🙄. That said, my skin glowed and my hair grew. Rent was CHEAP (less than $300 CAD for an unfurnished 2 bedroom apartment - so my $5/hr went a long way). I grew closer to hubby's family (I truly love them). As much as I was frustrated, hubby and I had a roof over our heads and were able to live without roommates, our bellies were always full, if we needed to save money on food he could go spear fishing to catch us some fish, we had fruits around us, and I met a lot of awesome people. Most Jamaicans are very kind. Also, interestingly, I think I may have had better internet in Jamaica. Lol Now that I'm making more money, I maybe wouldn't mind going back. But after my experience, I don't have much desire to go back. I was very frustrated with a lot of things. Hubby also has no desire to live in Jamaica again. At least, not now. I was quite happy when I was able to bring him back here with me. So, to anyone thinking of moving to Jamaica, just keep in mind that things can be quite different than you're used to, and there are times you'll be very frustrated. Yes - you FOR SURE will get frustrated about something. But if you have money saved up, you can live luxuriously (at least if house prices don't keep going up 🙄 - and don't look online for house prices. It's best to have a Jamaican friend/relative look in the newspaper for you and take pics of house prices. The ones online are much more expensive). Also, Jamaica is full of resources - I wish the Jamaican government would stop depending on foreign money and invest in their own people. Things could be so much better if they did that.
@@anneshaadams Lollll okay so you've experienced some of this too 😂. Do you have ways to deal with the frustrations? Lol I think your followers might be interested in watching a vid about how you deal navigating certain challenges or common frustrations they might experience in JA or any tips you might have around that. Or maybe even just talking about certain challenges so they're aware. 🤔 I sure as hell wasn't aware before I moved to JA 😂.
@@anneshaadams crime in Canada and jamaica are not the same you should speak the truth about which people are committing the crime in Toronto. Maybe you should leave the jobs for the Jamaicans looking for work. Your youthful exuberance is understood.
@Aye Yo Cheryl is A REAL ONE I lived in Jamaica for about 2 years. No, I'm not spoiled and it wasn't about being spoiled. I just wanted to share my experience and how it was frustrating - not everything is awesome in Jamaica, and not everyone is going to have an awesome experience, especially if they're not making a lot of money (and they shouldn't expect to be able to go to Jamaica and make a lot of money either - getting a job in Jamaica is very difficult. And accepting such a low rate of pay compared to what they were making in their own country can feel demeaning. The rate of pay is usually much lower than the minimum wage in the country they're moving from - at least in my experience). Essentially, the point of my comment was to highlight that someone who has lived in a western country (such as Canada, US, or the UK) shouldn't go to Jamaica and expect those same standards. Since things work different in these countries, it may be frustrating to move to Jamaica. I didn't want anyone to just up and move to Jamaica and feel unprepared. Additionally, if you had read my further comments, I did ask Annesha about also creating a video to address the challenges one might face when they move to JA and how to navigate around them (since she agreed with my original comment about the challenges, so it seems she experienced some of those too). Also, not feeling hostility from other races - unsure where in JA you lived (or live), but a person can certainly experience hostility from other races in Jamaica, as well as from the Jamaican people, just as you can experience hostility from people anywhere else. That said, it seems that you may have missed the point of my original comment - it wasn't to tear Annesha down or to tear down Jamaica. But just to show that it's not all sunshine and rainbows over in JA (although it can be - with money, meaning if they can make the minimum wage amount from their country and live in JA, they'll live well), and was hoping my original comment could help someone prepare for the frustrations as well.
Jamaican a Jamaican no matter where dem born. When moving back look at what value you can add not not just look for a job but what you can create. Jamaica is a place with endless possibilities
I keep telling people this who continue to complain that there are no jobs in JA...why are we sitting around waiting for a job? Why are we so programmed to be an employee and not an entrepreneur..? We are living in times where most things are virtual and working and living anywhere in the world is possible.
Annesha, I am glad I came across your channel. I am way older than you and I admire your maturity, intelligence and work ethic. When I come to Jamaica, I will surely try to see if you'd do a meet up.
I'm American and will move to Jamaica. I have a home there and fell in love with this beautiful island. Crime is everywhere and can't hide from it so I'm not afraid of Jamaica or anywhere. My only child was murdered in the United States where there is more gun violence than multiple 3rd world countries combined. I cannot wait for this horrible pandemic is over so I can go to my home away from home. Jamaica is my happy place!!!
@@healthywealthypositivity1982 thank you very much. Peace, love and blessings to you. Life is what we make it and through the pain we still are blessed.
@@anneshaadams thank you very much. I never comment just enjoy the content but had to make a post in this because many feel Jamaica or anywhere outside of the US is not safe. I laugh because I'm not sure how an American especially one of color is so clueless about crime in America. Ni place is 100% crime free so live life as enjoyable as possible. I travel alone to many countries and love every moment doing so. I've met amazing people and created great bonds with many. Stay blessed Queen!! Jamaica is my HAPPY PLACE and yes great for the soul. I flew in the see Buju touch the stage. I fly in for the Kite festival, I fly in just because it is apart of my therapy. What an amazing country with amazing culture, music, art, food and people!!!
@@anneshaadams your so beautiful, I am jamaican living in Germany, I go to Jamaica every year, but I hate looking over my shoulder, and the constant gun shot, are you living uptown in the hills, seems like your parents rich rich...
The answer to these questions is to have Jamaican parents who have things set financially for you. If you don’t have that or the financials set, whew chile.
Amazing I recently moved to Jamaica from Canada as well and a lot of people ask me the same thing . Like why did you move to Jamaica ? How do you make money ? .... Jamaica is amazing and being Canadian we can always go back when ever we want . Canada is very draining like the same thing over and over again. Jamaica is paradise royalty fruitful natural .
Same i was born and raised in jamaica for most of my childhood in jamaica and now living in canada and i hate the weather now too damn colddd😩and am planning on moving back to Jamaica permanently now that am older and an adult now.
Annesha my love and respect for you elevates after watching this video. You chose to live in Jamaica because you know what you want,a lot of your peers are still trying to find their way. I love how you don't waist time figuring out things that are bigger than you only to realize later in life that was just a waist of time. Crime is everywhere and the economy is the same,life is a journey and we will have problem but how we deal with it is up to us,you are happy and that's what counts. You have your education and you are full of knowledge thank you so much for sharing.
crime is everywhere but jamaica is a very small country and it’s not a first world one. if you can’t see the issue with that you need help. crime and violence is a trend here and that trend is being engraved in the minds of children and teenagers. it’s also a very toxic place where people can’t do what they want to in peace. it’s not paradise
You can start your own tourism business. Being that you’re so adventurous in your videos and really show the beauty of the island. And having an air bnb, as a rental property. Issa good look too! You can do your videos and you have 2 side hustles at the same time. That’s the beauty of Jamaica. Thank you for sharing your story with us. ❤️
latoya meddar you should look into it too. There’s so much option, we just have to be more creative and/or open to something different from the norm. I have even found pages on Instagram, as well as RUclips, with all kinds of business ideas.
Marshari Amour is there anyway if you don’t mind can assist me? I’ve been getting confused and cold feet and when ask ppl not all want to share and then they keep saying it’s about who you know...but who ik uptown they live off their parents lol it’s like you have to get into the older circle to rub noses lol IG: La_Passion_Fruit87 if can DM me. 🤗
It doesn't matter where you're born if you grew up in a Jamaican household, spent a good amount of time in Jamaica growing up (spent summers or grew up there), have a true connection there, & have citizenship you're Jamaican
@@jadiawilson6967 ik it's not an ethnicity so if you're a CITIZEN you are Jamaican end of story. Where you are born does not always determine your nationality & the constitution of Jamaica states that all persons born to Jamaican parents have birthright to Jamaican citizenship. If 2 americans have a kid in Jamaica for example that kid is still american
@@Lando-kx6so That's right! 👏🏾 Tired of some Jamaicans being quick to disown the diaspora & tell them they're not Jamaican - but they don't even know the laws of citizenship. No other culture does that to their diaspora and thrives because of it. How is it that a Chinese or Syrian kid who was born in Jamaica to parents from abroad (with no bloodline or connection to the island) is deemed more Jamaican than the person whose parents, grandparents and great-grandparents were Jamaican but they were born abroad? Makes NO sense to me at all. Being Jamaican runs much deeper than just being born on the island. It's a culture and lifestyle that follows & moulds you. Nationality and culture are two VERY different things. Try telling the 2nd generation Jamaican they're not Jamaican when they're reminded everyday ina farrin that they don't belong there. Or when they realise how their upbringing differs from ALL the other cultures in farrin. I love my people and my culture, but we need to do better. Bless up 🙏🏾
It’s so crazy cause I literally just filmed a video on why I’m moving back to Jamaica from America and honestly I feel you, America is such a sad place and I miss my home and family. It’s crazy how people don’t understand how good they have something till they don’t. Farin is not all fun and games
That's what I'm telling her....but she has her money tho smile so she will survive ......but huh trust nuhbody here.....our Jamaican eyes can spot riches and money ppl frm a mile away🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
This is beautiful! I'm from Trinidad and alwaysss felt connected to Jamaica and on my first visit, that love was sealed. Can't wait to return, hopefully soon!
@@puertadoor8738 Awwwwwww mannnn!!!! Definitellyyyyy on my list for 2020 and what makes it easier is that I have so many friends over there and they're alwaysss welcoming me! Definitely going to make it happen ;)
And I'm from Jamaica and I had the opportunity to visit Trini since December and I can't wait to go back. I love Trini, the connection and vibes were awesome. I miss TT.
Jamaica is the best place on planet 🌎 my family and i love Jamaica we think it's the best place to raise 👪 we are trying to move back permanently, i know we have to get things together first, in Jamaica there is no rent and no mortgage life is so much better and no stress and we sleep so much better, wake up and feel rested ,the weather, the food, the people, every thing in Jamaica is so much better.
We don't have all the health problems that other countries have in Jamaica people live longer and better in Jamaica, our security come from God all mighty not from man.
We all know that medical is not the best and health problems can hit anybody. Moreover, security is from God? That doesn't make much sense; I understand the concept of faith. However, what about the people that were slain in the church by the white supremacist? I know that you're gonna say that, it was the U.S. However, shouldn't God be their security? It's about faith and works my friend.
@@alexyoung7371 ever one will do what ever seems best in thier own 👀,for us there no place like Jamaica, those who want to run from yard one day will of to return whether they like it or not, and it's happening now.
Omg I love Jamaica so much and I’ve always wanted to move there. I’ve spent a lot of time there over the past 5 years & I bawl like a baby every time I leave. I love the food, weather, dancehall & dancehall parties...of course the people especially pickney...I often find myself looking through pics/videos from my various trips when I’m at home in Canada and I miss Jamaica so dearly that I actually start to cry. As a non-Jamaican I’ve tried to figure out way to be able to live there more than 3 months....but to get a job there requires a work permit which you can pay for & risk getting denied 😒 Marriage could be another option but it’s hard to find a Jamaican man you can trust and who doesn’t want to fly out to foreign 🔍👀 I’m still hopeful that I will make the move one day. Thanks for the inspiration and good luck getting settled in Jamaica 😀
YESSSSSSSSSSSS Life As Tatiana, was one of the first jamaican youtubers i watched!!! defo paved the way for alot of people doing jamaica vlogs and such. Love her jamaica content aswell xox
I loved this video you are definitely Jamaican, don't let anyone tell you different. I went to Jamaica when I was 7 and I knew from then it was home. I love my culture my people, I can't wait to finally get my house out there. I love the videos can't wait to see more.😁🇯🇲
I was born and raised in England Jamaican parents, have my Jamaican citizenship and trn number and wanting to move there for years .....I like you, spent many summers as a child and continue to visit. Jamaica is my heart. Kids are 11 and 14 and the longer I wait the harder it gets
I hope you do what makes you happy, once you're old enough to make thst choice. Just think about your future. I can tell you i know that feeling. Jamaica is my heart string 🇯🇲🇯🇲..Yes, I live in Jamaica but used to live elsewhere.
I was born in Ja, raised in UK (Dr Barnardos ) and now live in the USA, Florida. My family still lives in JA. Every time I go home to JA there is nothing like putting my foot down on the earth where I was born, something I never feel living in the USA or UK. When I leave, to return home, I always swear I am never going to return to this 3rd world country because Jamaicans never understand, when we purchase, its not the price but the value.
My other challenge is I’ve been with the same company for 31 years and live in the us now. I’ve been saying I don’t want to wait until I retire to start ‘living’, but now I understand why people get stuck and have no choice but to wait. Still.....I don’t want to be one of those....😟
Sam Winston James i cry when the plane is about to land and say ‘yes, mi reach home’, then cry when it’s time to leave. Lol. Just writing this making me emotional
BritInnit Weh yuh ah seh’.Mi Soon Come’.to Ja.My cousin once told me we are far from removed from Jamaica and we make emotional decisions because we honestly want to give back. I find this true.
I am Jamaican , from the Manchester area living in Toronto now. Definitely moving back to Jamaica my wife was born and raised here in Canada and she's ready to move right now. After I took her on a trip, and drive around the island and show her how nice my little island is.
Omgg I really needed this video. I’m moving from London to JA in a couple months. But if you need to ship a car the customs duty for returning residents is waaaay lower x
YOLO! Foreign will deteriorate you. Mentally, physically and emotionally. You're young, get out the nest and explore the world. But do it safe. You don't need a boyfriend or a baby to slow the process. And if I find out that you have a boyfriend I'm going to beat you😁 Pursue your goals and aspirations first. Stay grounded and keep connected wih your family
You are a 1000% right Jamaica has a energy and vibe that cannot be replicated by any other country on the planet Jamaica is my home there is a saying that goes home is were the heart is
@Dragonetta ain't no one holding you back because you are black in todays America, a lot of us are just in a mental slavery state of mind and constantly playing the victimhood mentality. There is no law on the books now that is holding anyone back because you black. # emancipate yourself from mental slavery
My boyfriend and I maybe moving to Jamaica next year. I'm Canadian and my boyfriend is a Jamaican who is currently living in New York. We would be moving back to his family home. I'm more excited now that I've been watching your videos. Thank you Annesha. :)
I just moved from Jamaica and I can tell you life wasnt easy. You have to work extremely hard to get where you wanna be. I think will be definitely moving back in the future as no where is better than home. But for now I am working hard to set my life in the place I aspire it to be. Enjoy Jamaica girl.
You are so beautiful! Both in and out I can just feel your joy. The feeling that I belong in 🇯🇲 has been on my heart for the past few years, and I think so much about it. I’m currently finishing my last semester of college before I go down in December to stay for a few months, and I’ve literally been praying that God help me to use this time to connect more with my purpose and speak to me on whether it’s for me to permanently reside in JM at some point! Like you my parents are from JM, I spent some years living there as a child with my father, and also went to primary school during that time. Now I just visit when I can, as my bf and family are there. 💛 Literally everything you’ve said about the happiness Jamaica brings you, the strong connection you feel to our people, our culture, just the entire energy, I felt it all. Even when some may feel like they live in Jamaica and want to go outside to find a better life I try to tell them: You believe that now, but there will come a time when you realize that here, even if you have nothing, you have everything✨Peace. I was here on youtube watching vlogs, and your video popped up as a suggestion. Idk if it’s God answering what I’ve been praying on, but hearing what you have to share is def a BLESSING.☀️ It’s true that you’re able to realize what happiness feels like being away from Canada or America (where I reside), or anywhere else that has colonized these beautiful countries. You realize that life is way too short to be living “just to get along,” versus living WITHIN YOUR HAPPINESS AND PURPOSE; life feels so much more purposeful. I AM DEFINITELY A NEW SUBSCRIBER AND DEF GOING TO WATCH YOUR NEXT VIDEO ON THE MOVING PROCESS! Who knows, maybe we’ll even link some day!☺️ BLESSINGS☀️☀️☀️☀️🤗🤗 P.s. don’t be surprised if I have nuff nuff questions on everything u talk about😭 (I’ll try not to kill you still)💀😩😂💃🏾 Update: did u actually have a vid on your registration/moving process to JM? I was looking... but🤷🏾♀️ *****FOUND IT FINALLY, lol. It might help others if you link it in the description here☺️🙏🏾
10 years ago this was my dream but my parents (who are both Jamaican) discouraged me. It totally crushed me and at that time I didn’t have the strength to go against my parents. I had a plan and everything...I was accepted at NCU and all BUT was to scared to take the step without my parents support. Since then it’s been a world wind of not knowing what to do here and where to go. I’m in a better place now thankfully! Proud of you girl! Keep the videos coming!!
Much respect. Nice video. I am jamaican living in California . I recently bought property in Jamaica and plan to move back soon. I sometimes visit Jamaicans living on the east coast of the US and I am amazed that someone would leave Jamaica to come and live under those conditions...
I WANT TO COME TO CALIFORNIA! and I agree, I say the same thing about the living conditions. But, I feel like some people leave Jamaica thinking the upgrade will be better, but that is not always the reality
Thank you for sharing this and portraying positivity in reference to JA. I always have to justify why I too want to live there. People like to put their negativity and bad past experiences on you and some, born and raised in JA, have horrible things to say about their own country and everything bad about it. I encourage any person reading this comment, old or young, to live your own life, do as God leads, and stop looking at or listening to negativity. Even the media presents a lot of negativity and there seems to be little balance of good and bad news. It’s one thing to get advice but it’s YOUR life. Create opportunities for YOURSELF and stop basing your choice to do anything on what mama, sister, cousin and Granny say. Nuff love to you Annesha!
Love this!! Wanted to move back as a little girl also. Definitely going to do this! Also Love this Confirmation of doing what you (I - me internalising the message) love. Thank you Thank you Thank you!! St Elizabeth is absolutely a big piece of my heart ❤️❤️🥰
Annesha you are awesome. Much respect to you because u followed your heart hun. More blessings hun and I will continue to support your channel. I am from Manchester and I'll be moving back there soon.
Thanks annesha for this video....I wondered why you did it as well....but like you said, you are free as the bird with no responsibility such as having children....at this point in time I could not consider such a move because it would be selfish of me....when my last child completes uni I will definitely be contemplating moving back....until then, I just have to visit....I’m super proud of you following your dreams....cudos to you....
I so love this girl... Am even more inspired to follow my dreams. I pray that you continue to inspire people and enjoying your choices in life. ❤❤❤🇯🇲🇬🇧
I'm happy you're finding life in Jamaica fulfilling and hope you will continue to have a wonderful time here. It's really interesting to see someone moving to Jamaica. It's always the other way around. A lot of people leave Jamaica as soon as they get the opportunity and I'm one of those persons, I can't wait to migrate lol
Yes its interesting to see someone move to Jamaica. Trust me I was like you, when I was younger I was dying to migrate and I did. Foreign is not what it seems and it's especially harder on immigrants. Overall just go wherever you feel happiest
@@allyshea I've lived in the US for short periods of time to know that's not where I want to live and what you're saying is true. And I've definitely outgrown Jamaica as well. So I'm in the process of leaving, if I don't love where I migrate to I'll always have Jamaica to come back to.
Did you at first get bitten by mosquitoes often when you moved back? Where you live do you get a lot of bugs in your home? I'm asking because i absolutely love the culture and im sure the weather is gorgeous. I've contemplated moving there myself.
Im moving there with my husband (he is from Jamaica). Your channel has made me feel more comfortable about moving. I know nothing about Jamaica or the culture.
Hi Annesha! You are such an inspiration lady! I have been watching your contact on the daily! See you in Jamaica as soon as the COVID-19 restrictions are done! Bless Up!
I live in Toronto and i own a house in Jamaica north coast.... I definitely will be moving to Jamaica soon....With today's technology you can work remotely.... I guess i am a Digital Nomad lol... Nice video, keep posting positive messages about Jamaica....
@@CxcmathTutor1 and so u base your work in Jamaica at school time, and go to Toronto when school breaks up? How long have you been doing that and what certifications are recognised is Jamaica for teaching/tutoring?
Yeah! Thank you for making this video. I made the move. Though I'm like 3x your age I couldn"t wait until I retired. Been coming back on and off for the last 5yrs and what you said about having a place to stay is so right, it made my decision easier. I know some ppl don't understand but I've always felt connected to my homeland and ppl don't understand why because they're focusing on the crime, development etc, and as we know its everywhere. Good job! I'm so proud of you.
My kids love you so much I'm from st Elizabeth and my wife is from Manchester she use to work at Mandeville hospital my kids were born in the 🇺🇸 they want to move back too..they just love 🇯🇲
Living in the states for 19years now and not a day goes by where I don’t think about moving back to Jamaica. It’s really refreshing to hear someone speak about my island in such a positive way. Mostly older Jamaicans speak negatively about Jamaica and the ones who are looking to leave.
I can do it everyone thinks I’m crazy for wanting to move to Jamaica. It’s not for a guy or anything like that. I’m a country girl by heart I love the beauty of Jamaica and yes my heart lies in Jamaica
Love your clips, I too LOVE Jamaica. I lived on the island as a child. My profile picture of swimming with a horse was taken last year when I returned for a visit...enjoy Jamaica!
Nneka Anderson oh great! Lucky enough for me my family have a few businesses so I’ll be helping out with that. But I’m also going to be looking at different business prospects whilst I’m there as I want to get into real estate.
Annesha i think you made the right decision to move to JA and by the way you are looking fabulous. I am looking forward to seeing you back in Canada from time to time cause i like your Canada VLOGS as well.
Thank you for sharing this Annesha. I am setting up my ting that I can live between both UK and JA. The only thing that keeps me in the uk is that my parents and sis are out here. My time will come tho 🙏🏾
You're absolutely right. I moved abroad 6 years ago, and my life is so much better here then it was in the US. I've lived in Turkey, Poland and Saudi Arabia.
I can relate so much to you! Migrated to Toronto at a young age and moved back to Jamaica after university too and, honestly I have loved it! Toronto is great, but JA just has something special. So happy I found your channel
Annesha you remind me so much of me cause my parents are Jamaican but I was born in Canada and every year I visit in Christmas and I know so muchhh about Jamaica I even went to a summer school there! When I’m older I’m planning on moving down there
Wah no one discouraged u you are the lucky one...wen I told people I want to go home it was as if I was telling dem bad word...my gurl Jamaica is my life ..I eat breath and drink ja...no one would ever discourage me as I know u have a better life there....
I'm Jamaican by descent too.Born in the UK raised with Jamaican principles and expectations. I have considered applying for dual nationality but the windrush scandal in the uk put me off. I my still apply. Something I need to look into more. I have family who have moved back home or bought homes so they can visit when they want and live in two countries. I really appreciate the videos you make of Jamaica (alongside other JA vloggers) as it shows the side of JA the tourist dont see. I am a lot older than you but I am inspired that you so keep going onwards and upwards.
I really enjoy your videos! I was wondering what device do you use to edit because I was told that the device you use can influence the quality of your video. If it’s a laptop, what do you recommend?
I think you can definitely identify as Jamaican if you weren’t born there. My parents and grandparents were born in Jamaica but I was born in the UK 🇬🇧 and I still identify as Jamaican lol, it even feels weird to say I’m British
Hey luv... I am planning to make the move myself especially during this whole pandemic situation! I honestly cannot wait! This video was so encouraging! I plan to buy a house so I am so excited!!
You sound so excited. It's obvious that you're happy with your decision. Enjoy your life & be safe! I will be making my transition in the new year from the UK and I cannot wait.
I regret not taking off 6 months, to spend time in Jamaica" after leaving the US military , and before starting college. I could have found my soul mate there. I grew up in Mandeville. My mom worked at Mandeville hotel when she was young.
I DEFINITELY believe that you can be Jamaican being born somewhere else but being of Jamaican heritage and also being fully immersed in the culture. Your experience is also my experience. Jamaica is home to me.
I’m not Jamaican, I’m a Black women, however I felt a huge Spiritual awakening and pull when I went I visit. I feel like I will eventually end up in Jamaica, I don’t know what it is but I love it there 💕
Can you make another video on figures like how much one would need to move? And just typical roughly monthly cost of living expenses? Do you make your money in Canadian or Jamaican currency? Hope you can answer!
That is so true u n e have the same mentality I was also born in the USA n every year we used to go to Jamaica n when it is time to leave I always get so sad n depressed. I just feel so at peace there. Love the music and the foods
@@anneshaadams I did plan on moving to Jamaica but then I realized the burn rate of cash over there so I decided to stay here a little bit longer and leave with a couple hundred thousand CAD Build a house start a business in Jamaica one time .... the work can't done in Canada underpopulated
Glad you had a good experience. I'm also Canadian and moved to Mobay to be with my hubby, and had quite a challenging experience. Hope you don't mind if I share as well.
We didn't have much money - hubby worked long days for pitiful wages, I had to wait to get my papers so that I could work, and when I did try to find something - I was also offered pitiful wages (more than him though - yay?). Thankfully, I was able to find work online - but had to negotiate (bc I'm Canadian and have a degree) to $5 an hour (I still work remotely in Canada, but for MUCH better wages).
A lot of unnecessarily strict rules in certain places (must wear a skirt/dress below the knees, sometimes with panty hose, full blouse that covers shoulders or you can't get in - frustrating when it's already so damn hot), men trying to grab me/touch me without consent, things are quite expensive sometimes (I really don't know how a Jamaican making a regular wage affords certain things, like a car - a car worth $2000 CAD would be at least 1 Mil JMD, which is ridiculous), jps or water commission trying to scam you for more money than necessary, water gone frequently (so ensure you have a tank), light gone semi frequently, poor customer service, afraid to go out too much at night bc of crime, bugs everywhere all the time no matter how much you clean, police harassment of citizens (never fun to watch. Just bc they think you look like you're bad, they'll harass you), harassment at the airport, harassment when you leave, antiquated services (if your signature doesn't match exactly as before, God help you), constantly afraid of being scammed bc it's clear by my accent I'm not from Jamaica, and anything you need to do somehow takes 10x longer than you need it to, driving in Jamaica can be very scary compared to Canada (smaller roads, a lot of potholes). Also, if you're not familiar with patois, that can be challenging as well. And one more thing - my family did try to start a beauty type business in Jamaica - had to abandon it, the landlords for the place we were renting tried to scam us. 🙄.
That said, my skin glowed and my hair grew. Rent was CHEAP (less than $300 CAD for an unfurnished 2 bedroom apartment - so my $5/hr went a long way). I grew closer to hubby's family (I truly love them). As much as I was frustrated, hubby and I had a roof over our heads and were able to live without roommates, our bellies were always full, if we needed to save money on food he could go spear fishing to catch us some fish, we had fruits around us, and I met a lot of awesome people. Most Jamaicans are very kind. Also, interestingly, I think I may have had better internet in Jamaica. Lol
Now that I'm making more money, I maybe wouldn't mind going back. But after my experience, I don't have much desire to go back. I was very frustrated with a lot of things. Hubby also has no desire to live in Jamaica again. At least, not now.
I was quite happy when I was able to bring him back here with me.
So, to anyone thinking of moving to Jamaica, just keep in mind that things can be quite different than you're used to, and there are times you'll be very frustrated. Yes - you FOR SURE will get frustrated about something. But if you have money saved up, you can live luxuriously (at least if house prices don't keep going up 🙄 - and don't look online for house prices. It's best to have a Jamaican friend/relative look in the newspaper for you and take pics of house prices. The ones online are much more expensive). Also, Jamaica is full of resources - I wish the Jamaican government would stop depending on foreign money and invest in their own people. Things could be so much better if they did that.
EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS IS SO ACCURATE WOWWOWWOW
@@anneshaadams Lollll okay so you've experienced some of this too 😂.
Do you have ways to deal with the frustrations? Lol I think your followers might be interested in watching a vid about how you deal navigating certain challenges or common frustrations they might experience in JA or any tips you might have around that. Or maybe even just talking about certain challenges so they're aware. 🤔
I sure as hell wasn't aware before I moved to JA 😂.
@@anneshaadams crime in Canada and jamaica are not the same you should speak the truth about which people are committing the crime in Toronto. Maybe you should leave the jobs for the Jamaicans looking for work. Your youthful exuberance is understood.
I'd really like to know where I can get a unfurnished 2 bedroom to rent bcuz it look like me live a the wrong part of Canada
@Aye Yo Cheryl is A REAL ONE I lived in Jamaica for about 2 years.
No, I'm not spoiled and it wasn't about being spoiled. I just wanted to share my experience and how it was frustrating - not everything is awesome in Jamaica, and not everyone is going to have an awesome experience, especially if they're not making a lot of money (and they shouldn't expect to be able to go to Jamaica and make a lot of money either - getting a job in Jamaica is very difficult. And accepting such a low rate of pay compared to what they were making in their own country can feel demeaning. The rate of pay is usually much lower than the minimum wage in the country they're moving from - at least in my experience).
Essentially, the point of my comment was to highlight that someone who has lived in a western country (such as Canada, US, or the UK) shouldn't go to Jamaica and expect those same standards. Since things work different in these countries, it may be frustrating to move to Jamaica. I didn't want anyone to just up and move to Jamaica and feel unprepared. Additionally, if you had read my further comments, I did ask Annesha about also creating a video to address the challenges one might face when they move to JA and how to navigate around them (since she agreed with my original comment about the challenges, so it seems she experienced some of those too).
Also, not feeling hostility from other races - unsure where in JA you lived (or live), but a person can certainly experience hostility from other races in Jamaica, as well as from the Jamaican people, just as you can experience hostility from people anywhere else.
That said, it seems that you may have missed the point of my original comment - it wasn't to tear Annesha down or to tear down Jamaica. But just to show that it's not all sunshine and rainbows over in JA (although it can be - with money, meaning if they can make the minimum wage amount from their country and live in JA, they'll live well), and was hoping my original comment could help someone prepare for the frustrations as well.
Jamaican a Jamaican no matter where dem born. When moving back look at what value you can add not not just look for a job but what you can create. Jamaica is a place with endless possibilities
FACTS!
Everyone doesn’t feel so🙄 my family says I’m Jamaican, strangers say I’m American. I can’t deal with the politics I just say I’m black😂😂 I 💘🇯🇲!!!
I keep telling people this who continue to complain that there are no jobs in JA...why are we sitting around waiting for a job? Why are we so programmed to be an employee and not an entrepreneur..? We are living in times where most things are virtual and working and living anywhere in the world is possible.
I AGREEEEEEEEE
@@lydiashakespeare7079 same thing here in UK
Jamaica is paradise. Especially if you earn money on the internet 😁
TRUTH!
Annesha, I am glad I came across your channel. I am way older than you and I admire your maturity, intelligence and work ethic. When I come to Jamaica, I will surely try to see if you'd do a meet up.
@@christinachrist3274 write me: ritschard.exw@tutanota.com
And i can teach you :)
Greetings from germany
lol and she is pretty
I’m moving to Jamaica soon! Thanks for the information
I'm American and will move to Jamaica. I have a home there and fell in love with this beautiful island.
Crime is everywhere and can't hide from it so I'm not afraid of Jamaica or anywhere.
My only child was murdered in the United States where there is more gun violence than multiple 3rd world countries combined.
I cannot wait for this horrible pandemic is over so I can go to my home away from home.
Jamaica is my happy place!!!
Aaawww sorry for your loss. Wish you peace , happiness and success in Jamaica. I moving back with my family too. Possible the next two years.
im so happy you shared this! 💗 so sorry for your loss and i wish you all the best 💗 jamaica is good for the soul💗
@@healthywealthypositivity1982 thank you very much. Peace, love and blessings to you. Life is what we make it and through the pain we still are blessed.
@@anneshaadams thank you very much. I never comment just enjoy the content but had to make a post in this because many feel Jamaica or anywhere outside of the US is not safe. I laugh because I'm not sure how an American especially one of color is so clueless about crime in America. Ni place is 100% crime free so live life as enjoyable as possible.
I travel alone to many countries and love every moment doing so. I've met amazing people and created great bonds with many.
Stay blessed Queen!! Jamaica is my HAPPY PLACE and yes great for the soul.
I flew in the see Buju touch the stage. I fly in for the Kite festival, I fly in just because it is apart of my therapy. What an amazing country with amazing culture, music, art, food and people!!!
Yesss
Hi Annesha. You could open a business to help returning resident come back home. Congratulations on following your dream.
Nat H that’s a great business idea!
youre so swweeet!! thanks so much for sharing this and watching this!
@@anneshaadams your so beautiful, I am jamaican living in Germany, I go to Jamaica every year, but I hate looking over my shoulder, and the constant gun shot, are you living uptown in the hills, seems like your parents rich rich...
The answer to these questions is to have Jamaican parents who have things set financially for you. If you don’t have that or the financials set, whew chile.
lmao!!
pray for me 😂😂.. if it don’t work out I’m coming back😩 I definitely need to leave America.
@@DesireDivine93 lol I try it in 2014 I'm back in England now.
John Dark Why did you returned to the UK?
John Dark you moved to Jamaica??
Amazing I recently moved to Jamaica from Canada as well and a lot of people ask me the same thing . Like why did you move to Jamaica ? How do you make money ? .... Jamaica is amazing and being Canadian we can always go back when ever we want . Canada is very draining like the same thing over and over again. Jamaica is paradise royalty fruitful natural .
I AGREE with everything you said!!
Welcome home sweetheart me soon come to...
Same i was born and raised in jamaica for most of my childhood in jamaica and now living in canada and i hate the weather now too damn colddd😩and am planning on moving back to Jamaica permanently now that am older and an adult now.
Annesha my love and respect for you elevates after watching this video. You chose to live in Jamaica because you know what you want,a lot of your peers are still trying to find their way. I love how you don't waist time figuring out things that are bigger than you only to realize later in life that was just a waist of time. Crime is everywhere and the economy is the same,life is a journey and we will have problem but how we deal with it is up to us,you are happy and that's what counts. You have your education and you are full of knowledge thank you so much for sharing.
youuuuu are soooo sweeeeet!!! thank you sooooo much for watchinggggg!!😭💞
Crime is everywhere people. I don’t care where you go. Some worse than others
crime is everywhere!
I would live in JA if it wasn't for the crime...
Dee Cee crime is everywhere
Just don’t get caught up with the foolishness
crime is everywhere but jamaica is a very small country and it’s not a first world one. if you can’t see the issue with that you need help. crime and violence is a trend here and that trend is being engraved in the minds of children and teenagers. it’s also a very toxic place where people can’t do what they want to in peace. it’s not paradise
Thank you so much for making this ❤️ I feel the same way. When I’m in Jamaica I feel like my spirit is at rest.
YES!
I can sooo relate 🙌🏾
So true i really felt that, it feels just like home
Facts
This video makes me so homesick 😭😭😭 Been living in Toronto for almost 4 years and I’m still not over my island in the sun ☀️ 🏖 🇯🇲
i cannot ever get over jamaica!
You can start your own tourism business. Being that you’re so adventurous in your videos and really show the beauty of the island. And having an air bnb, as a rental property. Issa good look too! You can do your videos and you have 2 side hustles at the same time. That’s the beauty of Jamaica. Thank you for sharing your story with us. ❤️
youre absolutely the best! i always love when you comment! xo
Wow. That’s my exact reason of moving there soon
latoya meddar you should look into it too. There’s so much option, we just have to be more creative and/or open to something different from the norm. I have even found pages on Instagram, as well as RUclips, with all kinds of business ideas.
Marshari Amour is there anyway if you don’t mind can assist me? I’ve been getting confused and cold feet and when ask ppl not all want to share and then they keep saying it’s about who you know...but who ik uptown they live off their parents lol it’s like you have to get into the older circle to rub noses lol IG: La_Passion_Fruit87 if can DM me. 🤗
latoya meddar hey Latoya! I’m not living in Jamaica. I’ll dm you to see if I can help you in any way.
i'm canadian, with jamaican background too and this is literally my dream to move to JA. happy for you! gwan gudz
omggg xoxoxox
While I wanna come there. I dont know a soul a Canada
bremh you just link me😁😁😘😘❤️
It doesn't matter where you're born if you grew up in a Jamaican household, spent a good amount of time in Jamaica growing up (spent summers or grew up there), have a true connection there, & have citizenship you're Jamaican
I agreeee xo
@@jadiawilson6967 ik it's not an ethnicity so if you're a CITIZEN you are Jamaican end of story. Where you are born does not always determine your nationality & the constitution of Jamaica states that all persons born to Jamaican parents have birthright to Jamaican citizenship. If 2 americans have a kid in Jamaica for example that kid is still american
@@Lando-kx6so That's right! 👏🏾 Tired of some Jamaicans being quick to disown the diaspora & tell them they're not Jamaican - but they don't even know the laws of citizenship. No other culture does that to their diaspora and thrives because of it. How is it that a Chinese or Syrian kid who was born in Jamaica to parents from abroad (with no bloodline or connection to the island) is deemed more Jamaican than the person whose parents, grandparents and great-grandparents were Jamaican but they were born abroad? Makes NO sense to me at all. Being Jamaican runs much deeper than just being born on the island. It's a culture and lifestyle that follows & moulds you. Nationality and culture are two VERY different things. Try telling the 2nd generation Jamaican they're not Jamaican when they're reminded everyday ina farrin that they don't belong there. Or when they realise how their upbringing differs from ALL the other cultures in farrin. I love my people and my culture, but we need to do better. Bless up 🙏🏾
@@xbabygirltx You need to relax
Giselle Brown I don’t need to do anything. I spoke the reality of what 2nd/3rd generation Jamaicans experience and mi nah tek back mi talk.
It’s so crazy cause I literally just filmed a video on why I’m moving back to Jamaica from America and honestly I feel you, America is such a sad place and I miss my home and family. It’s crazy how people don’t understand how good they have something till they don’t. Farin is not all fun and games
P.s. check out my video if you want to hear my reasons on why I’m moving...shameless promo 🙈🖤💛💚
So true
Taaaaaallllllkkkkkk truth!!!!!!
ASMR Shawty Talk di truth weh God up above weh siddung pon di chrones loves! 😂😂 Honestly
Are u documenting your journey?
OK so the only way Jamaica is fun is if u got money honey, us broke people wanna run away
kimeone bent facts
That's what I'm telling her....but she has her money tho smile so she will survive ......but huh trust nuhbody here.....our Jamaican eyes can spot riches and money ppl frm a mile away🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
noo the simple things in life are always the best!
@@anneshaadams amen sister
kimeone bent lmao facts 😂🤷🏽♀️
This is beautiful! I'm from Trinidad and alwaysss felt connected to Jamaica and on my first visit, that love was sealed. Can't wait to return, hopefully soon!
omg if i could love this comment even more!
😉😉😉
You're welcomed here!
@@puertadoor8738 Awwwwwww mannnn!!!! Definitellyyyyy on my list for 2020 and what makes it easier is that I have so many friends over there and they're alwaysss welcoming me! Definitely going to make it happen ;)
And I'm from Jamaica and I had the opportunity to visit Trini since December and I can't wait to go back. I love Trini, the connection and vibes were awesome. I miss TT.
Jamaica is the best place on planet 🌎 my family and i love Jamaica we think it's the best place to raise 👪 we are trying to move back permanently, i know we have to get things together first, in Jamaica there is no rent and no mortgage life is so much better and no stress and we sleep so much better, wake up and feel rested ,the weather, the food, the people, every thing in Jamaica is so much better.
yessss!! i agreeeee!
What about security, health care and a high standard of living?
We don't have all the health problems that other countries have in Jamaica people live longer and better in Jamaica, our security come from God all mighty not from man.
We all know that medical is not the best and health problems can hit anybody. Moreover, security is from God? That doesn't make much sense; I understand the concept of faith. However, what about the people that were slain in the church by the white supremacist? I know that you're gonna say that, it was the U.S. However, shouldn't God be their security? It's about faith and works my friend.
@@alexyoung7371 ever one will do what ever seems best in thier own 👀,for us there no place like Jamaica, those who want to run from yard one day will of to return whether they like it or not, and it's happening now.
Omg I love Jamaica so much and I’ve always wanted to move there. I’ve spent a lot of time there over the past 5 years & I bawl like a baby every time I leave. I love the food, weather, dancehall & dancehall parties...of course the people especially pickney...I often find myself looking through pics/videos from my various trips when I’m at home in Canada and I miss Jamaica so dearly that I actually start to cry. As a non-Jamaican I’ve tried to figure out way to be able to live there more than 3 months....but to get a job there requires a work permit which you can pay for & risk getting denied 😒 Marriage could be another option but it’s hard to find a Jamaican man you can trust and who doesn’t want to fly out to foreign 🔍👀
I’m still hopeful that I will make the move one day. Thanks for the inspiration and good luck getting settled in Jamaica 😀
You can def find someone, just make them know youre living here and have no plans of moving back and find someone established! xo wish you the best!
YESSSSSSSSSSSS Life As Tatiana, was one of the first jamaican youtubers i watched!!! defo paved the way for alot of people doing jamaica vlogs and such. Love her jamaica content aswell xox
Thanks for watching!
I loved this video you are definitely Jamaican, don't let anyone tell you different. I went to Jamaica when I was 7 and I knew from then it was home. I love my culture my people, I can't wait to finally get my house out there. I love the videos can't wait to see more.😁🇯🇲
omg amazing!! thanks so much for sharing and watching!
i can deeply relate to this. that post Jamaica holiday depression is serious.
tooo serious!
I still suffer from the post-holiday depression affliction. Every February, it hits me right in the feels. 🌍😭
I was born and raised in England Jamaican parents, have my Jamaican citizenship and trn number and wanting to move there for years .....I like you, spent many summers as a child and continue to visit. Jamaica is my heart. Kids are 11 and 14 and the longer I wait the harder it gets
I hope you do what makes you happy, once you're old enough to make thst choice. Just think about your future. I can tell you i know that feeling. Jamaica is my heart string 🇯🇲🇯🇲..Yes, I live in Jamaica but used to live elsewhere.
I was born in Ja, raised in UK (Dr Barnardos ) and now live in the USA, Florida. My family still lives in JA. Every time I go home to JA there is nothing like putting my foot down on the earth where I was born, something I never feel living in the USA or UK. When I leave, to return home, I always swear I am never going to return to this 3rd world country because Jamaicans never understand, when we purchase, its not the price but the value.
My other challenge is I’ve been with the same company for 31 years and live in the us now. I’ve been saying I don’t want to wait until I retire to start ‘living’, but now I understand why people get stuck and have no choice but to wait. Still.....I don’t want to be one of those....😟
Sam Winston James i cry when the plane is about to land and say ‘yes, mi reach home’, then cry when it’s time to leave. Lol. Just writing this making me emotional
BritInnit Weh yuh ah seh’.Mi Soon Come’.to Ja.My cousin once told me we are far from removed from Jamaica and we make emotional decisions because we honestly want to give back. I find this true.
I regret leaving so much. And watching this video makes me so emotional. I miss home everyday
Where did you go, and what's your reasons for regretting it. I am thinking of moving to Canada in a year or two.
xo
I am Jamaican , from the Manchester area living in Toronto now. Definitely moving back to Jamaica my wife was born and raised here in Canada and she's ready to move right now. After I took her on a trip, and drive around the island and show her how nice my little island is.
AMAZING!
Omgg I really needed this video. I’m moving from London to JA in a couple months. But if you need to ship a car the customs duty for returning residents is waaaay lower x
Better off buying a car in Jamaica. You ship a car is like paying for it twice. You can get any type of cars down there.
@@drewski1441 I agree unless u got a link in that department
thanks for sharing this!! i didnt knowwww!!
Hey hun are u going to do a video on this ? I live in London too and I’m Jamaican
Latoyah Patterson yesss! I really wanted to vlog the shipping process (sending my stuff over) from the uk and adjusting to life in JA..
YOLO! Foreign will deteriorate you. Mentally, physically and emotionally. You're young, get out the nest and explore the world. But do it safe. You don't need a boyfriend or a baby to slow the process. And if I find out that you have a boyfriend I'm going to beat you😁 Pursue your goals and aspirations first. Stay grounded and keep connected wih your family
"foreign will deteriorate you" loooool. and thanksss for all of your kind words and funny comments! thanks for watching! i appreciate youuuu
You are a 1000% right Jamaica has a energy and vibe that cannot be replicated by any other country on the planet Jamaica is my home there is a saying that goes home is were the heart is
@@anneshaadams tru
So true. Nyc life drains me constantly
@Dragonetta ain't no one holding you back because you are black in todays America, a lot of us are just in a mental slavery state of mind and constantly playing the victimhood mentality. There is no law on the books now that is holding anyone back because you black. # emancipate yourself from mental slavery
My boyfriend and I maybe moving to Jamaica next year. I'm Canadian and my boyfriend is a Jamaican who is currently living in New York. We would be moving back to his family home. I'm more excited now that I've been watching your videos. Thank you Annesha. :)
youre welcome!! i wish you all the best xo!!
Sounds like me and my significant other!
I just moved from Jamaica and I can tell you life wasnt easy.
You have to work extremely hard to get where you wanna be. I think will be definitely moving back in the future as no where is better than home. But for now I am working hard to set my life in the place I aspire it to be. Enjoy Jamaica girl.
Grea plans and goals! Thanks for watching!
Literally only a minute in but I loveee your hair and makeup! 😍😍
xoxoxox
It's my girl Annesha in the building, I will continue to support your growth 100%
thank you 1000% !!!
You are so beautiful!
Both in and out I can just feel your joy. The feeling that I belong in 🇯🇲 has been on my heart for the past few years, and I think so much about it. I’m currently finishing my last semester of college before I go down in December to stay for a few months, and I’ve literally been praying that God help me to use this time to connect more with my purpose and speak to me on whether it’s for me to permanently reside in JM at some point!
Like you my parents are from JM, I spent some years living there as a child with my father, and also went to primary school during that time. Now I just visit when I can, as my bf and family are there. 💛
Literally everything you’ve said about the happiness Jamaica brings you, the strong connection you feel to our people, our culture, just the entire energy, I felt it all. Even when some may feel like they live in Jamaica and want to go outside to find a better life I try to tell them: You believe that now, but there will come a time when you realize that here, even if you have nothing, you have everything✨Peace.
I was here on youtube watching vlogs, and your video popped up as a suggestion. Idk if it’s God answering what I’ve been praying on, but hearing what you have to share is def a BLESSING.☀️ It’s true that you’re able to realize what happiness feels like being away from Canada or America (where I reside), or anywhere else that has colonized these beautiful countries. You realize that life is way too short to be living “just to get along,” versus living WITHIN YOUR HAPPINESS AND PURPOSE; life feels so much more purposeful.
I AM DEFINITELY A NEW SUBSCRIBER AND DEF GOING TO WATCH YOUR NEXT VIDEO ON THE MOVING PROCESS! Who knows, maybe we’ll even link some day!☺️ BLESSINGS☀️☀️☀️☀️🤗🤗
P.s.
don’t be surprised if I have nuff nuff questions on everything u talk about😭 (I’ll try not to kill you still)💀😩😂💃🏾
Update: did u actually have a vid on your registration/moving process to JM? I was looking... but🤷🏾♀️ *****FOUND IT FINALLY, lol. It might help others if you link it in the description here☺️🙏🏾
Thankss for sharing this and watching this!! i hope everything goes in your favor!
Annesha Adams thanks so much!!
Love the message. Do what makes you happy. Life’s too short.
xo
Congratulations girl,Jamaica is not just a place,Jamaica is love,be you
10 years ago this was my dream but my parents (who are both Jamaican) discouraged me. It totally crushed me and at that time I didn’t have the strength to go against my parents. I had a plan and everything...I was accepted at NCU and all BUT was to scared to take the step without my parents support. Since then it’s been a world wind of not knowing what to do here and where to go. I’m in a better place now thankfully!
Proud of you girl! Keep the videos coming!!
Oh wow, thanks for sharing this!! Hopefully in the future you decide to spend some time here!
Much respect. Nice video. I am jamaican living in California . I recently bought property in Jamaica and plan to move back soon. I sometimes visit Jamaicans living on the east coast of the US and I am amazed that someone would leave Jamaica to come and live under those conditions...
I WANT TO COME TO CALIFORNIA! and I agree, I say the same thing about the living conditions. But, I feel like some people leave Jamaica thinking the upgrade will be better, but that is not always the reality
You are so right! I live on the east coast and I hate it! Preparing to leave.
Do you ever airbnb your Jamaican property? It might be a good way to make some extra money
My friend is moving back to Jamaica with her husband and son they all jamaican, I totally support them .
I totally support them too! Def show them this!
When gyal good gyal good. That's nice how you shouted Tati.
Of course!
RESPECT MY GIRL! YOU ARE LIVING MY DREAM RIGHT NOW!!!! I CAN'T WAIT TO MOVE BACK!!!🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
xoxo
i got back 2 days ago and was able to vlog my experience....my heart is so sad i miss it already! Your makeup looks great btw!
thank youuu!! and i need to watch themmm!!
Thank you for sharing this and portraying positivity in reference to JA. I always have to justify why I too want to live there. People like to put their negativity and bad past experiences on you and some, born and raised in JA, have horrible things to say about their own country and everything bad about it. I encourage any person reading this comment, old or young, to live your own life, do as God leads, and stop looking at or listening to negativity. Even the media presents a lot of negativity and there seems to be little balance of good and bad news. It’s one thing to get advice but it’s YOUR life. Create opportunities for YOURSELF and stop basing your choice to do anything on what mama, sister, cousin and Granny say. Nuff love to you Annesha!
Thank you x1000 for sharing this!
Sometimes you have to make uncomfortable moves and trust the process! Good luck to you Annesha
i agree! thank youu
Amen brother
You remind me so much of myself. I was just saying I want to move back to Jamaica. However finding work in Jamaica is difficult.
Don't think about working for people. Use a skill, something you love. to create your own job.
thanks for watchinggg!! you will be able to soon!
@@nataliehon4325 🥂👏🏿
@@vonnieg 🥂
Yes that's what I plan on doing setting up my on sound n moving down to JAMAICA.
Love this!! Wanted to move back as a little girl also. Definitely going to do this! Also Love this Confirmation of doing what you (I - me internalising the message) love. Thank you Thank you Thank you!! St Elizabeth is absolutely a big piece of my heart ❤️❤️🥰
Southfield
xoxoxoxoxox
Annesha you are awesome.
Much respect to you because u followed your heart hun. More blessings hun and I will continue to support your channel.
I am from Manchester and I'll be moving back there soon.
you are the best!! thanks so much for sharing this and watching this!
Just came back from Jamaica 🇯🇲. Thanks for sharing love
wow! amazing! thanks for watching!
Thanks to you and watching your moving vlog, I also got my Jamaican citizenship. I love Jamaica, and nobody around me seems to understand!
omggg amazing! and i understand!
Lady Lash how do you apply for Jamaican citizen?
Thanks annesha for this video....I wondered why you did it as well....but like you said, you are free as the bird with no responsibility such as having children....at this point in time I could not consider such a move because it would be selfish of me....when my last child completes uni I will definitely be contemplating moving back....until then, I just have to visit....I’m super proud of you following your dreams....cudos to you....
yessss thats a great idea!! and thank you for watching!
I so love this girl... Am even more inspired to follow my dreams. I pray that you continue to inspire people and enjoying your choices in life. ❤❤❤🇯🇲🇬🇧
follow your dreams!
I grew up in Jamaica.. I went to primary school and part of high school there love your makeup and hair 🙂🇯🇲
amazing!!! thank youuu
Hey Annesha. On behalf on the entire island...welcome to paradise. Do enjoy. One love. Blessed.
xoxo
I'm happy you're finding life in Jamaica fulfilling and hope you will continue to have a wonderful time here. It's really interesting to see someone moving to Jamaica. It's always the other way around. A lot of people leave Jamaica as soon as they get the opportunity and I'm one of those persons, I can't wait to migrate lol
Aesthetic Nelle she has a privilege life I mean she has stability there plus a Canadian degree
Thank you soo much and thanks for watchinggg!!
Yes its interesting to see someone move to Jamaica. Trust me I was like you, when I was younger I was dying to migrate and I did. Foreign is not what it seems and it's especially harder on immigrants. Overall just go wherever you feel happiest
@@anneshaadams you're welcome. Love your videos 😊
@@allyshea I've lived in the US for short periods of time to know that's not where I want to live and what you're saying is true. And I've definitely outgrown Jamaica as well. So I'm in the process of leaving, if I don't love where I migrate to I'll always have Jamaica to come back to.
Did you at first get bitten by mosquitoes often when you moved back? Where you live do you get a lot of bugs in your home? I'm asking because i absolutely love the culture and im sure the weather is gorgeous. I've contemplated moving there myself.
Im moving there with my husband (he is from Jamaica). Your channel has made me feel more comfortable about moving. I know nothing about Jamaica or the culture.
omg thats nice!! please vacation more so you can get used to it and know more!
Hi Annesha! You are such an inspiration lady! I have been watching your contact on the daily! See you in Jamaica as soon as the COVID-19 restrictions are done! Bless Up!
much respect, you've done something i've been wanting to do for like 20 years. hopefully it will happen for me soon.
Yesss soooon!
Heyyyy I’m from Toronto , Canadian/ Jamaican 🇨🇦 🇯🇲 too. I loved the video. Life really is to short so enjoy your life....., got me thinking.
omggg yeaaaay im so happy more Canadians are watching me!
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I live in Toronto and i own a house in Jamaica north coast.... I definitely will be moving to Jamaica soon....With today's technology you can work remotely.... I guess i am a Digital Nomad lol... Nice video, keep posting positive messages about Jamaica....
omg thats amazing!! thanks for watching
@@anneshaadams How can i contact you? are you on whatsapp?
You are a tutor?
@@Mercifully-Millicia Yes i am an Online Math Tutor
@@CxcmathTutor1 and so u base your work in Jamaica at school time, and go to Toronto when school breaks up? How long have you been doing that and what certifications are recognised is Jamaica for teaching/tutoring?
Yeah! Thank you for making this video. I made the move. Though I'm like 3x your age I couldn"t wait until I retired. Been coming back on and off for the last 5yrs and what you said about having a place to stay is so right, it made my decision easier. I know some ppl don't understand but I've always felt connected to my homeland and ppl don't understand why because they're focusing on the crime, development etc, and as we know its everywhere. Good job! I'm so proud of you.
im so happy for you!!!!
My kids love you so much I'm from st Elizabeth and my wife is from Manchester she use to work at Mandeville hospital my kids were born in the 🇺🇸 they want to move back too..they just love 🇯🇲
thanks soooo much!! thats amazing!! thanks for watching!
Living in the states for 19years now and not a day goes by where I don’t think about moving back to Jamaica. It’s really refreshing to hear someone speak about my island in such a positive way. Mostly older Jamaicans speak negatively about Jamaica and the ones who are looking to leave.
Thanks for watching! and yes not everyone thinks of jamaica in that way!
I can do it everyone thinks I’m crazy for wanting to move to Jamaica. It’s not for a guy or anything like that. I’m a country girl by heart I love the beauty of Jamaica and yes my heart lies in Jamaica
DO WHAT YOUR HEART WANTS! its your life! one life only!
Instantly SUBSCRIBED!!! You made me feel a sense of pride of my country. You're a blessing
YESSSS thank youuu
Keep doing you girl I love your passion for our great Jamaica
Thank youu so much!
Love your clips, I too LOVE Jamaica. I lived on the island as a child. My profile picture of swimming with a horse was taken last year when I returned for a visit...enjoy Jamaica!
Thanks for sharing!! so cool
Moving next year from the UK. Can’t wait! 😊
omg amazingggg
Annesha Adams N I’m moving to Manchester, so ur videos have been so helpful. Thanks u!
OMG I’m planning on doing the same. I live in the UK also. If you don’t mind me asking what would you be doing for work?
Nneka Anderson oh great! Lucky enough for me my family have a few businesses so I’ll be helping out with that. But I’m also going to be looking at different business prospects whilst I’m there as I want to get into real estate.
I’ve been waiting for this episode foreverrrrrrr
omgggg thanks so much for waiting!
👌🏾 I’m ready to make that big move too!
yessssssss
Annesha i think you made the right decision to move to JA and by the way you are looking fabulous. I am looking forward to seeing you back in Canada from time to time cause i like your Canada VLOGS as well.
omg THANK YOUU! i always wondered if people like my canada vlogs!
Thank you for sharing this Annesha. I am setting up my ting that I can live between both UK and JA. The only thing that keeps me in the uk is that my parents and sis are out here. My time will come tho 🙏🏾
your time will come!!
Love love love your channel. So inspiring to see a young person big up Jamaica in such a positive light. Keep doing your thing lovely lady.
always! and thanks for watching!
I'm glad someone finally said it about crime in Jamaica they only show the worst of the worst.
yessss
You're absolutely right. I moved abroad 6 years ago, and my life is so much better here then it was in the US. I've lived in Turkey, Poland and Saudi Arabia.
niceeeeee
So cool that you’re happy in Jamaica. I’m Nigerian but I really want to visit the Caribbean
omg you def need to come to jamaica!
Caribbean islands and its people are amazing, you must visit!
You should sis. I'm Nigerian, I live in Jamaica. Its nice out here. Beautiful island.
How different is Jamaica from Nigeria am curious
Go we are cusins u will be welcomed
Annesha you are so refreshing to see on Jamaican RUclips and showing the positive.
THANK YOUUU
I’m so glad that u feel this way ! When I leave college I can’t wait to move down and start a business !
YES!!!
I can relate so much to you! Migrated to Toronto at a young age and moved back to Jamaica after university too and, honestly I have loved it! Toronto is great, but JA just has something special. So happy I found your channel
Annesha you remind me so much of me cause my parents are Jamaican but I was born in Canada and every year I visit in Christmas and I know so muchhh about Jamaica I even went to a summer school there! When I’m older I’m planning on moving down there
omg yesss twins!!!
You go girl and live the life you love you are so beautiful am one of your biggest fans
thank you!!
Annesha good move.....Im in Baltimore USA.....I cant wait!!!
thank youuu!! xo
The same have you made the move yet
I moved to Jamaica 12 years ago and my experience has been exceptional. I look forward to returning to the states one day.
nicceeeeee 💗💗💗
I’m from Manchester 🇯🇲
Love your passion for the country 👍
Yeaaaaay
Wah no one discouraged u you are the lucky one...wen I told people I want to go home it was as if I was telling dem bad word...my gurl Jamaica is my life ..I eat breath and drink ja...no one would ever discourage me as I know u have a better life there....
do what you love in life!
Makeup is on fleek hunty !
THANK YOUUU
I'm Jamaican by descent too.Born in the UK raised with Jamaican principles and expectations. I have considered applying for dual nationality but the windrush scandal in the uk put me off. I my still apply. Something I need to look into more. I have family who have moved back home or bought homes so they can visit when they want and live in two countries. I really appreciate the videos you make of Jamaica (alongside other JA vloggers) as it shows the side of JA the tourist dont see. I am a lot older than you but I am inspired that you so keep going onwards and upwards.
this is amazing! and you should get dual nationality if it benefits you!! thank youu so much and thanks for watching!
I just love your personality. Love your videos 🇯🇲🇯🇲
THIS MEANS ALOT! THANK YOUUU!
I really enjoy your videos! I was wondering what device do you use to edit because I was told that the device you use can influence the quality of your video. If it’s a laptop, what do you recommend?
its more the lighting you use and the camera (kinda). what i use is on my channel as i have an editing tutorial
I think you can definitely identify as Jamaican if you weren’t born there. My parents and grandparents were born in Jamaica but I was born in the UK 🇬🇧 and I still identify as Jamaican lol, it even feels weird to say I’m British
facttsssssss
Hey luv... I am planning to make the move myself especially during this whole pandemic situation! I honestly cannot wait! This video was so encouraging! I plan to buy a house so I am so excited!!
I was saying the same thing !!! As soon as I finish school I’m moving back 🥺 I’m so homesick
yesss
You sound so excited. It's obvious that you're happy with your decision. Enjoy your life & be safe!
I will be making my transition in the new year from the UK and I cannot wait.
Yessss!!
Nothing like the beautiful Island.
nothing like!!!
I regret not taking off 6 months, to spend time in Jamaica" after leaving the US military , and before starting college. I could have found my soul mate there. I grew up in Mandeville. My mom worked at Mandeville hotel when she was young.
I DEFINITELY believe that you can be Jamaican being born somewhere else but being of Jamaican heritage and also being fully immersed in the culture. Your experience is also my experience. Jamaica is home to me.
sameeeee
Why do i think your more passionate about Jamaica than i do and I'm jamaican😁 enjoy life girl our country sweet
Megan Gud because she has had both worlds
xo
@@gtbebe true
I’m not Jamaican, I’m a Black women, however I felt a huge Spiritual awakening and pull when I went I visit. I feel like I will eventually end up in Jamaica, I don’t know what it is but I love it there 💕
Jamaican is an ethnicity and a nationality not a race! but, yessss 💛
Can you make another video on figures like how much one would need to move? And just typical roughly monthly cost of living expenses? Do you make your money in Canadian or Jamaican currency? Hope you can answer!
Canadian currency and i could definitely answer those in an upcoming video! these are great video ideas!!
Yes I would love to know all these hood idea
@@anneshaadams yes I would also love to see a help video on how to move to Jamaica, jah bless...
That is so true u n e have the same mentality I was also born in the USA n every year we used to go to Jamaica n when it is time to leave I always get so sad n depressed. I just feel so at peace there. Love the music and the foods
yesssss
It’s nice place to live
I love it here in Jamaica.
Accidentally clicked the vid and I enjoyed the watch
Thank you!!
Been binge watching your videos after this one (I love them btw) I WANT TO COME 😩🖤
THANK YOUU!!
welcome to Jamaica....where money shell wey like rice
This is way toooo accurate
@@anneshaadams I did plan on moving to Jamaica but then I realized the burn rate of cash over there so I decided to stay here a little bit longer and leave with a couple hundred thousand CAD
Build a house start a business in Jamaica one time .... the work can't done in Canada underpopulated
😂😂😂😂
True
Facts😂😂😂
Anneshaaaa! I don’t know how I’m only finding your RUclips now, and this be the first video I see. Whaaaat??? Ya leff?? Congrats on the move btw 🥰
OMG NKEKAAAAAAA MISS YOUUUUU xoxoxox