The natives are very curious and never hesitate to ask people about something they are really interested in. There are no any forbidden topics like financial standing or religion issues. This should be taken into account by those who might find such questions tactless - it's not uncommon here. Local residents are tolerant, otherwise, it would be hard to imagine such a diversity of cultures woven together. The main value for local residents is, of course, the family. It is important for them that their relatives and friends are happy and satisfied - both materially and spiritually. When it comes to local dishes, be sure to try bullet soup, "Victoria" pineapples (unlike the traditional ones, they're small and very sweet), noodles, and, of course, rum and tea.
The official language on the island is English. Despite this, most locals speak French and Creole quite well. At the same time, English alone is enough so that locals could understand travelers - everybody is good at this language. You should be prepared for the fact that the residents of Bel Mar may seem very slow. Sometimes this fact shocks those who come here to do business. The thing is that they know how to appreciate every moment and try to spend time only on something bringing joy. Simple sweets of life like a coffee-break with a croissant - what could be better? And only after that you start working.
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