Why Did I Choose to Move to Grenada? The Best Island In The Caribbean

Can you move to Grenada without family ties to the island? US-born football coach and software developer John Tomlinson and his wife are set to do exactly that in 2023!
In this interview, John talks candidly with the Exodus Collective's Zoe Smith about the appeal of life in Grenada despite being born and raised in the US, how he and his wife Kathy have gone about researching their move to the tiny Caribbean island and how the couple has downsized to make their move abroad possible.
If you're wondering how to leave America while you can and living in Grenada (Caribbean) sounds appealing, this is the video for you.
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ABOUT JOHN TOMLINSON
John D Tomlinson Jr is the CEO/Co-Founder of Equalizer Games. He is one of a few coaches who has coached on every level of football - pop warner, high school, college, and the National Football League.
Equalizer Game’s first release is Quarterback Equalizer. This app will help aid quarterbacks from neighborhood teams and schools to collegiate and professional levels better understand how to dissect an opponent’s defensive coverage.
www.theqbeq.com

[@mariesingh]

I’ve been to Grenada three times, my husband is Grenadian born and we both plan on retiring there. We just bought a land in Hope City Estate and looking forward to build our home there.

[@ExodusCollective]

That's so exciting! I look forward to seeing you on the island!

[@troyprice3130]

Great decision. I live here and it’s wonderful

[@avianmason1917]

Mrs.Singh i lived close to Hope City if you're interested in designing your home or building feel free to reach out

[@courtneym1829]

May I ask, does Hope city development have a lot of restrictions in their covenants? I heard that if you buy a lot there, that you need to have an approved building plan in place and need to start building within 2 years- is that accurate? Also wondering if they allow rental properties? Thank you! @mariesingh

[@waynefraser5196]

Hope is beautifully boring

[@hillieduvalier]

Fellow African in the diaspora welcome to the Caribbean. Happy to have y'all

[@Arnediziawilliams]

Zoe, your videos are inspiring me daily because the seed in my heart keep growing and I envision myself returning to Grenada from the UK. As a Podiatrist I know that I could offer a great service to the people and fill that gap. Also, have a great quality of life with consistent weather, blues skies almost daily, Grand Anse beach, sunsets and hearing crickets at night compared to the sound tract of police sirens. Oh man that sounds like a dream! 🙌🏾

[@ExodusCollective]

It's a dream that could definitely become a reality for you. Let's keep in touch 🙂

[@kenroybaptistelive-adventu9635]

Fantastic! Congrats on your line of work! I'd love to get in contact with you. I'm Grenadian by birth. I live on island. I'm a media and communications practitioner. Keep on keeping on. Stay well. God bless.

[@felecia481]

You most definitely can offer your services. I need a podiatrist😉

[@StephaniePerry]

This family is so in love with your island Zoe. Great interview. 💗

[@ExodusCollective]

Thank you so much Stephanie! Feel like we gotta get you over here 🤞🏾

[@zb238]

We just got back from Grenada last week! My husband and I are definitely interested in helping them increase tourism there. It was breathless and the people were awesome

[@felecia481]

This is awesome. I am from the states and live in Grenada. I love Grenada.

[@dishinitoutcooking]

I want to move there with my woman!

[@jamesthomas7928]

My reasons were A: No Inheritance Tax and B: Little to no government interference in our lives. Generally very friendly people but like everywhere in life there are some wrong ones

[@Elizabethkafunda]

Hope to work there❤ i would love to stay there

[@thenublack]

This is such a great ‘Ad’, not just for the island but also the impact of the work The Exodus Collective continues to do! 🙌🏿

[@ExodusCollective]

Thanks, looking forward to having you on the island too 😉

[@leslynmoore]

I love to hear when people come to my home and love it, welcome to GRENADA

[@luckniseespera2343]

I want to move there. Would you encourage me to do so?

[@leslynmoore]

@@luckniseespera2343 Absolutely, Grenada does not have a lot of infrastructure, but it is a beautiful island,a nd the lifestyle is slower. Honestly Grenada is also kinda conservative in general, but with a smaller population, that is generally to be expected. the food is wonderful as well.

[@luckniseespera2343]

I could find a job there too?

[@leslynmoore]

@@luckniseespera2343 you can find a job in grenada, however you have to look at visa restrictions as far as work. Look into the legalities, I am not an expert on that area, but find out. Also if you arewilling to start business, and bring work into grenada, there might be a business visa or something like that, please find a professional that knows more.

[@prof113]

@@leslynmoore Having lived there for ten years, I found that part of the beauty was the lack of too much infrastructure. It was a monumental time in my life. Circumstances required me to leave, but had that not happened, I might still be there.

[@GerardSheppard-r5x]

I went there for the first time in 2019 from August 20th-24th to celebrate my mother's 80th Birthday with her. And that's the island in which she was born.

[@stephanieburns4560]

I totally get it! We fell in love with Carriacou & we fell hard. The people! (the beauty helps, though, crickets, too!). You made the best decision, John!

[@gigit43]

Hi my friend. I was there from October 4th from November 10. Omg we will move there some day! People are beyond friendly. Honestly I thought Canadian people where friendly. We are hoping to get my husband citizenship as his father was Grenada. I loved you to interview me about our trip.

[@ExodusCollective]

So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay in Grenada! Yes, it definitely is a special place. Great to hear you're considering citizenship - that's a smart move for sure. Definitely keep in touch as I'll be organising quite a few in person events on the island next year

[@divinediva6320]

My dad was born in Grenada! I love Grenada!

[@avianmason1917]

Happy that you guys enjoyed our little island.

[@tamicaroberts4698]

My beautiful country Grenada

[@SofieLove]

I’m going to have to visit. Great interview!

[@divinediva6320]

I have family ties to the island of Grenada! I want to buy a hotel and turn it into an Innovation campus!

[@ExodusCollective]

Just seeing your message for the second time. I love this idea! How can I help you make this happen? Did you check out the Unleash festival that took place last week?

[@pf5658]

Hey John welcome to my beautiful homeland. Great choice. Unfortunately I’m currently living abroad but have hopes, plans to go back and live there again by God’s will.

[@rodneychassagne7243]

Went to Greneda last month. My wife and I loved it! Would look at as a retirement place

[@ExodusCollective]

Good choice! 🙂

[@beckyfereira5701]

I am making the move in a matter of months now and looking forward to it. It’s actually before my targeted time so not everything in place but I know God will make provisions- need to take care of my mum so it’s necessary. Hopefully I will get a job when I get there

[@ExodusCollective]

Drop me a line - [e-mail]. Trying to find a job in Grenada is not for the fainthearted. Maybe there are more profitable options for you?

[@beckyfereira5701]

@@ExodusCollective I will do. Thanks 😊

[@ExodusCollective]

Thanks for your email - I'll be in touch!

[@shunspierre862]

Best choice😍. Welcome to our little Island of Spice where our people are warm and friendly😀

[@chrismiller270]

We bought a boat in grenada in 2020 before covid and we were in Peru....we still have not made it to the boat, but we will be there in Feb 2023

[@ExodusCollective]

How exciting! I hope you love it here when you finally arrive!

[@GRTVO]

Great interview. I've just come back from Grenada, unfortunately had to attend a funeral, but I hadn't been for a long long time. I'm looking at a way to go back.

[@lady.J3962]

Thanks for sharing. More and more I am looking forward toward my trip to Grenada. Stay bless❤❤

[@tamika9443]

Great interview and I can so relate to the nature aspect. Happy for him and his family, very exciting to plan and execute. Thanks for sharing!!

[@ExodusCollective]

You're most welcome! Xx

[@lorettacox7990]

Absolutely Awesome !!

[@pre6162]

It's an important reminder that it's the planning. I definitely need to excersise proper patience.

[@ExodusCollective]

Yes planning can definitely go a long way 🙂.

[@pre6162]

@@ExodusCollective thank you!

[@ExodusCollective]

You're most welcome!

[@julesplag1]

We moved from Virginia to Grenada also. We live in Egmont. So beautiful. Would love to get in touch with John.

[@ExodusCollective]

I hope you're enjoying it here. Do get in touch with John via the link in the description 🙂

[@quarterbackequalizer4357]

Look forward to hearing from you. You made the best move. We are right behind you!!

[@johndt288]

Definitely would love to connect. My contact info is in the video description

[@ExodusCollective]

Did I bump into you at Le Phare Bleu? 🤔

[@securethebag1613]

other than bein robbed at knifepoint on side of the raddisson walking back from main street, i loved grenada. the place needs more security cameras and lights

[@ExodusCollective]

Oh no, sorry to hear you were robbed here!

[@TheTruthSpeakerTV]

My home, my love, and I sell it to everyone I meet.

[@doopdapps1088]

I luv this channel ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇬🇩🇬🇩🇬🇩🇬🇩🇬🇩

[@ExodusCollective]

Aw thanks! 😁

[@user-fh1tr9zp3l]

Gentleman you and your wife are SPEICAL Grenada is unspoilt very organic and breathtaking We have no nuclear plant therefore we boast of our fresh air Welcome thats the closest you,ll ever get to paradise God bless you all

[@briannicholas8891]

John story embodies your channel.

[@ExodusCollective]

Thanks! I think he exemplifies the opportunity that Grenada represents. Look forward to sharing your story here soon. Just let me know when you're ready 👀😁

[@TheWanderingHeather]

Grenada sounds amazing! I will be visiting in February and am really looking forward to the experience. Love your videos!

[@ExodusCollective]

Nice! How long will you be here for?

[@ny-xo9kz]

ITS JUST BEAUTIFUL WE ARE GOING IN April again. You have to see the whole island. Experience the night life. You should try River salley Boling springs Lowin is the best. Prickly bay on Fridays live music. It's such a beautiful place

[@ExodusCollective]

@@ny-xo9kz glad you'll be coming back again!

[@TheWanderingHeather]

@@ny-xo9kz Thank you! I have a free Friday night so I'll check out Prickly Bay!

[@stacyhenry7811]

My dad from there I want to experience it I’m from trni he never show us Grenada life 😢

[@briannicholas8891]

I would definitely love to connect with John.

[@ExodusCollective]

I'll connect you two virtually but let's all get together in January. Loads of folks will be here so it's the perfect time for an in person group meetup. I'll keep you posted.

[@johndt288]

Look forward to connecting

[@oscarmartinez2538]

I love to see people achieve their dreams .

[@LadyMusse]

If you’ve visited and lived in a different country you’ll understand what he is saying. There’s nothing like it

[@juliettecumberbatch5672]

I live in Barbados i think every Island have its own beauty Sorry i love the Island, All are speical in they own way.

[@ExodusCollective]

No need to apologise. I was being cheeky with the title. Each island is perfect in its own unique way, that's what there's so much to choose from 🙂

[@CHEQQUEENSNBROOKLYNMF]

IM IN BROOKLYN N THE MAIL LADY BY MY JOB IS FROM GRENADA. SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUL BROWN N PRETTY. TOTALLY BEAUTIFUL N HOST YOUR FIRE TOO. GOD BLESS JAMAICA CUBA. N GRENADA. 1❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mai-fn5ml]

Good Day Can you advise me on my move there? My plan is to move there in 2 years. Please reach out

[@GottaHvSims]

Hey! I KNEW I KNEW YOU!!!! OMGGGGGGG HIIIII NAHLA’S MOMMYYYYY

[@ExodusCollective]

Lol, yes that's me 🤣🤣

[@julesplag1]

Zoe I would love to catch up with you also. I am in Grenada from Dec 20th.

[@ExodusCollective]

Do drop me a line. I'll be off the island but am planning some group meetups in January - hopefully you can attend!

[@dishinitoutcooking]

@@ExodusCollective i would like to move there!

[@ExodusCollective]

@@dishinitoutcooking nice! Have you a timeline for your potential move as yet?

[@Nducre]

I'm from New Orleans too.

[@profitpipz399]

We should catch up there if it's convenient for you

[@BabeKay01]

What do u recommend for those who want to temporarily expat, but need income?

[@Globalmelanin]

I interview people currently living in the diaspora

[@troybraithwaite8510]

Great interview. Can you provide an update on your personal journey. Do you still have your kids with you? Do you still live in the country?

[@ExodusCollective]

Yes we're all still in Grenada 🙂

[@janetstanland2015]

I have wanted to live on Grenada for years but I am too old now but I’m not saying never - miracles donhappen

[@ExodusCollective]

Oh no, don't say that. Your never too old! The only issue with Grenada is that healthcare provision can be a little hit and miss. Maybe you could spend a few months a year here?

[@tkyisrael9168]

My ancestors are definitely speaking to me to leave. As a single mother I find it difficult to move. Any advice?

[@ExodusCollective]

From my experience staying as a single mother isn't easy, moving as a single mother hasn't been easy. But if you're being called today move shifting from what's easy to what's necessary might help?

[@christopherhouse7937]

I’m on Social Security is $1,600 a month enough to live in Grenada? I need that to cover all my expenses? Can I find a small studio or 1 bedroom for $250 dollars per month?.

[@tasakajonsr4337]

I think you can but it'll be in a more rural area. You'd have to go there and speak to people because thise listing won't be online.

[@tasakajonsr4337]

Youre talking $250 US. The exchange that's closer to $800 EC. I'm sure you could find something for that.

[@Spiceluvj]

250 in ec? 60 usd is about 300 in ec

[@christopherhouse7937]

@@Spiceluvj How much in EC Will a studio or 1 bedroom apartment cost in Grenada? In a more affordable neighborhood, nothing fancy or expensive, but safe area.

[@Spiceluvj]

@@christopherhouse7937 I know sum for 4-500 ec a month

[@dovygoodguy1296]

How do people in Grenada deal with the high import taxes on everything considering these items aren't manufactured in the CARICOM countries and people would have no choice.....???

[@ExodusCollective]

Good question. Imported goods are expensive. If the costs is prohibitive you either learn to live without it or ask friends/family in Europe or North America to bring the desired goods when they travel or get them to ship you the items.

[@dovygoodguy1296]

How do expats and retirees deal with the problems of Grenada healthcare facilities and services , and high cost of imported goods that western countries take for granted??

[@ssal8703]

From what I am hearing, he should move to Disneyland

[@mchannel1365]

Is it not under Spain or Portugal anymore ?

[@473shooter3]

Got a quick question...do you coach football here in Grenada?

[@rodcamp4472]

Kind of disappointing not to see ANY coverage of Grenada.

[@ExodusCollective]

Sorry you're disappointed. Do let me know what sort of coverage would you like to see and how it would help inform your move to Grenada and I'll see what I can come up with 🙂

[@purplehaze3640]

WHERE TO FIND GOOD HOUSING THERE.

[@CHEQQUEENSNBROOKLYNMF]

AGAIN HOST YOUR SO PRETTY. 1❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@justbelit]

Sounds like he settled on Grenada because he had an emotional connection (to his host) there and limited exposure to all the other amazing Caribbean islands.

[@ExodusCollective]

😂

[@ebonychukwulo3389]

How can I reach you ma'am

[@ExodusCollective]

Hi Ebony great to hear from you again. I'd love to see how I can help. Do book a time that suits your schedule - bit.ly/exodus-pwyc

[@maryjbaptiste779]

Please stop calling grenada tiny 😢

[@ExodusCollective]

Why?

[@rachelwinter1404]

As a Grenadian Grenada is tiny.