Goods and services are regularly distributed throughout the island, even to the most remote areas. Driving is on the left side of the road. Telecommunications networks are reliable and users can access the U.S. and other countries by direct dial. Costs, however, are higher than in the U.S. Internet and cable TV are available and widely used. A wide range of housing is available, from large, modern houses with yards, to condominiums or townhouse apartments.
Residential areas are within convenient commuting distance of all commercial and industrial areas.
Rental and purchase costs vary, although prices have gone up substantially in the past three years. Reputable real estate agents are available. An accredited international school, with a predominantly U.S. curriculum for kindergarten through grade 12, opened in Port of Spain in September 1994, and expects to have an enrollment of over 225 students for the 98-99 academic year. See Appendix E for contact information. Trinidad and Tobago's cultural diversity is manifested in the variety of restaurants available, including East-Indian, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Creole, Italian and French.