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Moving to St Kitts?

So…it’s official!

You’re moving to St. Kitts for work or school.

Now what? You need to pack! But….what?

When I was packing to move here 12 years ago, I had no clue what to pack. I didn’t know what I would find in the stores here. No one could give me any suggestions. I ended up packing a bunch of stuff I didn’t really need, and left out things I wish I had brought. So I’ve put together this list of things I think could be helpful for you. This list is based on my personal experience, and what I have found available here. Your personal needs may vary, but I think it will put you on the right track.

First, I have to say, there is a lot more available here now than when I first moved to island. The number of stores and the variety of goods for sale has increased ten-fold. When I first moved here, even buying new clothes required a trip to St. Martin. Now, there are many stores offering the latest fashions. But, there are still things that are hard to come by, and should be brought with you if possible.

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