Saint John

Petroglyphs and artefacts at Cinnamon Bay show a Taíno presence on Saint John from about 700 to the late fifteenth century. The island was uninhabited when twenty Danish planters crossed from Saint Thomas in 1717 and be…

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Saint…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands …

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Sha…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping aft…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Sandy Ground, Anguilla do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved her…

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Sandy Ground, Anguilla, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…