Thinking about Retiring in the Caribbean

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We booked the Southern Caribbean on Serenade, in part to see islands which we have never seen before. My idea is not to do excursions or the like, but look at real estate and discuss the living conditions on the islands with locals, specifically local real estate personnel who are not pushy and are into the "long term sale".

 

So, I am looking for recommendations about where to look for beachfront real estate (land, condo or villa) on Antigua, St Maarten/St. Martin, St. Barts, or St. Lucia where there may be communities of x-pats from the States. I am also looking for recommendations for specific real estate agents who may be willing to spend some time with us and give us the flavor of the islands, including a look at some listings currently for sale.

 

Thanks in advance. We are just getting started in this journey and the first step is always the most exciting!